Gr – 1 Mains REFERENCE BOOKS

PAPER – 1

Modern History of India and Indian culture

• A Brief History of Modern India by Spectrum Books
• இந்திய விடுதலை போராட்ட வரலாறு – க வெங்கடேசன்
• J.Dharmarajan’s Tamilnadu History
• State Board Books – 11th, 12th History Books, 12th Indian Culture Book

Social issues in India and Tamil Nadu

• Social Problems in India – (Ram Ahuja) & GOVERNMENT MATERIALS
• சமுதாய பொருளாதார பிரச்சனைகள் – PRAGADEESH PUBLICATION

Ethics and Integrity

• Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude – Niraj Kumar
• Thirukkural & Tamil Literature

General Aptitude & Mental Ability

• TN School Books – MATHS
• Quantitative Aptitude- RS Agarwal

PAPER – 2

Indian Polity and emerging political trends across the world affecting India

• Indian Polity- M.Laxmikanth
• இந்திய அரசியல் அமைப்பு டாக்டர் க வெங்கடேசன் or இந்திய அரசியலமைப்பு – PRAGADEESH PUBLICATION
• State Board Books – 11th and 12th Std Political Science

Role and impact of Science and Technology in the development of India

1. Mc Graw Hill Publication or VISION IAS 360 SCIENCE AND TECH, GOVERNMENT MATERIALS or Science & Technology by Spectrum Publications
2. Samacheer Kalvi Science books for Class 6 to Class 12 (Important only)

Tamil Society ‐ Its Culture and Heritage

• TN School Books – TAMIL SOCIETY
• தமிழர் நாகரிகமும் பண்பாடும் – தட்சிணாமூர்த்தி

PAPER – 3

General Geography and Geography of India with special reference to Tamil Nadu

• 10^TH ,11^th GEOGRAPHY and 12^th GEOGRAPHY
• Geography of India by Spectrum Publication

Environment, Bio Diversity and Disaster Management

• ENVIRONMENT BOOK, SHANKAR IAS ACADEMY PUBLICATION,
• TN TEXTBOOK (Science & Geography) FOR TAMIL
• சூழ்நிலையியல் BY S. AARUMUGAM

Indian Economy – Current economic trends and impact of global economy on India

• Indian Economy – Ramesh Singh
• 10^TH ,11^th Economics and 12^th Economics
• இந்திய பொருளாதாரம் – PRAGADEESH PUBLICATION

Current Affairs

• Newspapers – The Hindu, Dhinamani, Tamil Hindu

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Frequently Asked Questions – Group – 1 Mains

What is the qualifying marks for TNPSC Group 1 mains?

Who is eligible for TNPSC Group 1 mains?

Degree

• Any Degree

AGE LIMIT

• Minimum Age
  21 Years for All categories
• Maximum Age
  SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, BCMs and Destitute Widows of all categories – 39 Years
  Others – 34 Years

*B.L. degree வைத்திருப்பவர்களுக்கு மட்டும் வயது வரம்பில் சில மாற்றம் உண்டு

• Minimum Age
  21Years for All categories
• Maximum Age
  SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, BCMs and Destitute Widows of all categories – 40 Years
  Others – 35 Years

Reference

Is calculator allowed in Group 1 mains?

• Yes Calculator allowed for Group – 1 Mains Exam (PAPER – 1 ONLY)

How to clear TNPSC Group 1 mains?

Study Cycle & Success for Group – 1 Mains 

TNPSC Group 1 Mains Question Paper

Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2023

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Tamil Eligibility

Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2022

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Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2019

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Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2017

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Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2016

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Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2015

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Group 1 Mains Question Paper PDF 2013

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Can other state candidates apply for TNPSC Group 1

• Yes, other state residents can also apply for TNPSC exams. They will have to clear Tamil language test within two years after getting the service.
• Now Tamil Eligibility Paper in Group – 1 Mains also has to be cleared

TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus

TNPSC Revised & Updated Group – 1 Mains Syllabus Pdf

TNPSC contact number toll free & Mail ID for complaint

Contact Information – Phone Numbers & E-Mail Id

What should I study for TNPSC Group 1 mains?

How to clear TNPSC Group 1 in first attempt?

• Understanding the syllabus clearly.
• Referring to previous year question papers before starting the preparation.
• Reading Tamil Nadu State Board books from 6th to 12th standard
• Taking the right guidance and test series.

What are the important topics for TNPSC Group 1?

• All Syllabus topics must be covered for Getting Good Marks but Current Issues Topics are more important

Does TNPSC have repeated questions?

• Yes, Repeated Questions came in Prelims and Mains Examinations
• So Previous Year Question Papers are very Important

What type of questions will be asked in TNPSC exam?

How can I check my TNPSC Group 1 marks?

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