Preparing for the TNPSC Group 4 exam requires a strategic approach, and a key element of that strategy is understanding the exam pattern. This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies of the TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern 2023, shedding light on the subjects, marking scheme, and everything you need to know for successful preparation.
List of Posts in TNPSC Group 4
- Village Administrative Officer (Post Code: 2025)
- Junior Assistant (Non – Security) (Post Code: 2600)
- Junior Assistant (Security) (Post Code: 2400)
- Bill Collector, Grade-I (Post Code: 2500)
- Typist (Post Code: 2200)
- Steno-Typist (Grade–III) (Post Code: 2300)
- Store Keeper in Tamizhagam Guest House, Udhagamandalam (Post Code: 3210)
- Junior Assistant in Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board (Post Code: 3213)
- Junior Assistant in Tamil Nadu Housing Board (Post Code: 3229)
- Bill Collector in Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board (Post Code: 3214)
- Steno-Typist (Grade–III) in Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board (Post Code: 3215)
Age limit:
| Sl. No. | Category of Applicants | Minimum Age (should have completed) | Maximum Age (should not have completed) |
| 1 | SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, BCMs, and Destitute Widows of all Castes | 21 Years | 42** Years |
| 2 | “Others” (i.e., Applicants not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, and BCMs) | 21 Years | 32** Years |
| Sl. No. | Category of Applicants | Minimum Age (should have completed) | Maximum Age (should not have completed) |
| 1 | SCs, SC(A)s, STs, and Destitute Widows of all Castes | 18 Years | 37** Years |
| 2 | MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, and BCMs | 18 Years | 34** Years |
| 3 | “Others” (i.e., Candidates not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, and BCMs) | 18 Years | 32** Years |
Note:
- As per G.O (Ms). No.91, Human Resources Management (S) Department, dated 13.09.2021, the Maximum Age Limit prescribed for appointment by direct recruitment has been enhanced by 2 years.
- “No maximum age limit” shall mean that the applicants should not have completed 60 years of age either on the date of Notification or at the time of selection/appointment to the post.
- For “Others,” applicants who have put in 5 years and more of service in the State / Central Government are not eligible to apply even if they are within the age limit.
- There is no maximum age limit for applicants belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, BCMs, and Destitute Widows of all castes who possess a General Educational Qualification higher than the Minimum General Educational Qualification.
Age Concession (for all posts)
(i) For Persons with Benchmark Disability: Persons with Benchmark Disability are eligible for age concession up to 10 years over and above the maximum age limit prescribed above.
- Section 64 of the Tamil Nadu Government Servants (Conditions of Service) Act, 2016
- Para 5D of “Instructions to Applicants”
(ii) For Ex-Servicemen: (a) The maximum age limit is 55 years for the applicants who belong to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, and BCMs. (b) The maximum age limit is 50 years for “Others” (i.e., Applicants not belonging to any of the above-said categories).
Educational and technical qualification :
| NAME OF THE POST | QUALIFICATION |
| VILLAGE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Post Code: 2025) | Must possess Minimum General Educational Qualification viz., Must have passed S.S.L.C Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to Higher Secondary Courses of Studies (or) to College Courses of Studies. |
| JUNIOR ASSISTANT (Non – Security), JUNIOR ASSISTANT (Security), JUNIOR ASSISTANT IN TAMIL NADU HOUSING BOARD, BILL COLLECTOR GRADE-I, BILL COLLECTOR IN TAMILNADU URBAN HABITAT DEVELOPMENT BOARD (Post Code: 2600, 2400, 3213, 2500, 3214) | Must possess Minimum General Educational Qualification viz., Must have passed S.S.L.C Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to Higher Secondary Courses of Studies or to College Courses of Studies. |
| TYPIST (Post Code: 2200) | I. Must possess Minimum General Educational Qualification viz., Must have passed S.S.L.C Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to Higher Secondary Courses of Studies or to College Courses of Studies. II. Must have passed the Government Technical Examination in Typewriting:- i) by Higher / Senior Grade in Tamil and English (or) ii) by Higher / Senior Grade in Tamil and Lower/ Junior Grade in English (or) iii) by Higher/Senior Grade in English and Lower/ Junior Grade in Tamil. Note: Selection Procedure for Typist a) Candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (i) will be selected first. b) In case candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (i) are not available, candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (ii) will be selected. c) In case candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (i) and (ii) are not available, candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (iii) will be selected. |
| STENO-TYPIST (GRADE–III) & STENO-TYPIST (GRADE–III) IN TAMIL NADU URBAN HABITAT DEVELOPMENT BOARD (Post Code: 2300) | I. Must possess Minimum General Educational Qualification viz., Must have passed S.S.L.C Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to Higher Secondary Courses of Studies or to College Courses of Studies. II. Must have passed the Government Technical Examination both in Typewriting and in Shorthand:- i) by Higher / Senior Grade in Tamil and English (or) ii) by Higher / Senior Grade in Tamil and Lower/Junior Grade in English (or) iii) by Higher / Senior Grade in English and Lower/ Junior Grade in Tamil. Note: Selection Procedure for Steno-Typist (Grade-III) a) Candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (i) will be selected first. b) In case candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (i) are not available, candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (ii) will be selected. c) In case candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (i) and (ii) are not available, candidates with technical qualification referred to in item (iii) will be selected. Note: “Intermediate Grade in Shorthand is not equivalent to Senior Grade.” |
| STORE KEEPER IN TAMIZHAGAM GUEST HOUSE, UDHAGAMANDALAM (Post Code: 3210) | I. Must possess Minimum General Educational Qualification viz., Must have passed S.S.L.C Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to Higher Secondary Courses of Studies or to College Courses of Studies. II. Experience in the maintenance of store accounts for a period of not less than two years. Note: 1. Those who have not passed SSLC Examination or its equivalent are not eligible even if they possess a higher qualification. 2. Applicants claiming equivalence of qualification to the prescribed qualification should upload and submit evidence for equivalence of qualification in the form of Government Order (G.O) issued on or before the date of this notification when called for, failing which, their application will be summarily rejected after due process. The Government Orders regarding equivalence of qualification issued after the date of this notification will not be accepted for this recruitment. [For further details regarding equivalence of qualification refer note under para 9 of “Instructions to Applicants”] |
| JUNIOR ASSISTANT IN TAMILNADU URBAN HABITAT DEVELOPMENT BOARD (Post Code: 3213) | Must have passed H.S.C Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to College Courses of studies. |
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern 2023: Highlights
| Mode Of Exam | Offline |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
| Duration of the Exam | 3 Hours |
| Total Number Of Sections | 3 |
| Total Number Of Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Qualifying Marks | 90 |
| Negative Marking | No |
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern 2023: Section-Wise Breakdown
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
| General Tamil | 100 | 150 |
| General Studies | 75 | 150 |
| Aptitude & Mental Ability | 25 | 0 |
| Total | 200 | 300 |
TNPSC Group 4 Exam: Marking Scheme
| Aspect | Details |
| Total Number of Questions | 200 |
| General Tamil/General English Section | 100 |
| General Studies Section | 75 |
| Aptitude & Mental Ability Test Section | 25 |
| Marks per Question | 1.5 |
| Total Marks Allotted | 300 |
TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus: A Glimpse
1. General English/ General Tamil:
- Grammar, Literature, Authors & Their Literary Works
2. General Studies:
- General Science, History & Culture Of India & Tamil Nadu, Indian Polity, Geography, Indian Economy, Indian National Movement, and Current Affairs
3. Aptitude & Mental Ability:
- Mathematical Ability & Logical Reasoning
Navigating the TNPSC Group 4 exam becomes a smoother journey with a clear understanding of the exam pattern and syllabus. This guide equips aspirants with the essential insights needed to tackle the exam confidently. As you embark on your preparation, remember that success lies not just in studying hard but also in studying smart. Best of luck on your journey to cracking the TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2023!
