The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the Group 2 Notification 2025 for 645 vacancies (50 Group 2 and 595 Group 2A posts) on 15th July 2025 at www.tnpsc.gov.in. This state-level exam offers opportunities to candidates aspiring to join the Tamil Nadu Civil Services across various departments.
The TNPSC Group 2 exam is conducted in three stages for Group 2 (Interview Posts) and two stages for Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts).
- Group 2 (Interview Posts): Prelims, Mains, Interview.
- Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts): Prelims, Mains (no interview).
Eligible candidates can apply online from 15th July to 13th August 2025.
TNPSC Group 2 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam Name | TNPSC Group 2 & 2A |
| Vacancies | 645 |
| Registration Dates | 15th July – 13th August 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Language | Tamil & English |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview (only for Group 2) |
| Salary | ₹37,200 – ₹1,17,600 |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC Group 2 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 15th July 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 15th July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13th August 2025 |
| Application Correction | 18th – 20th August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 28th September 2025 |
| Hall Ticket Release | 7-10 days before exam |
TNPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2025
- Total Vacancies: 645
- Group 2 (Interview Posts): 50
- Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts): 595
A detailed post-wise and department-wise vacancy distribution is available in the official notification PDF.
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 32 years (varies by post and category, with age relaxation for reserved categories and PwBD).
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant disciplines from a recognized university.
- Post-specific qualifications such as degrees in Sociology, Psychology, Commerce, BL, or technical qualifications may be required for specific posts.
- Candidates are advised to check the detailed notification for post-wise eligibility before applying.
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Application Fee
- One-time registration: ₹150/-
- Preliminary Exam Fee: ₹100/-
- Mains Exam Fee: ₹150/-
Fees can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Selection Process
For Group 2 (Interview Posts):
1️⃣ Preliminary Exam (Objective) – Qualifying
2️⃣ Mains Exam (Descriptive)
3️⃣ Interview / Personality Test
For Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts):
1️⃣ Preliminary Exam (Objective) – Qualifying
2️⃣ Mains Exam (Descriptive)
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Exam Pattern
Prelims:
- Mode: Offline (Tamil & English)
- 200 Questions, 300 Marks, 3 Hours
- Sections:
- General Tamil/English (100 Q)
- General Studies (75 Q)
- Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q)
- Qualifying Marks: 90
Mains:
- Paper I: Tamil to English Translation & vice versa, Precis Writing, Essay Writing.
- Paper II: General Studies.
- Interview for Group 2 posts only.
TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2025 (Prelims)
- General Science
- Current Events
- Geography of India
- History & Culture of India and Tamil Nadu
- Indian Polity & Economy
- Indian National Movement
- Development Administration in Tamil Nadu
- Aptitude & Mental Ability
TNPSC Group 2 Salary 2025
Pay scales for Group 2 posts range from ₹19,500 – ₹1,17,600, depending on the post, with various allowances as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Admit Card
Admit cards will be released 7-10 days before the exam on www.tnpsc.gov.in. Candidates must carry their admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Result
The TNPSC will announce the results separately for Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages on its official website. Candidates qualifying Prelims will proceed to Mains, followed by the Interview round (for Group 2 only).
TNPSC Group 2 2025 Exam Centres
The TNPSC Group 2 exam will be conducted across major districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Trichy, Tirunelveli, Vellore, and others. A complete list is available in the official notification.
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