TNPSC Group 6 & 7 · 2025 Exam Pattern
TNPSC Group 6 & 7 Exam Pattern 2025: Specialised Service Roadmap
Decode the structure for Executive Officer and Secretariat recruitment. Prepare for religion-focused papers alongside general studies.
Based on official TNPSC Notification 2025Stages
Prelims → Mains (2 papers) → Interview
Medium
Tamil for mains papers · objective prelims bilingual
Interview
80 marks · emphasises service ethics
Qualifying
Tamil language proficiency mandatory
Exam flow at a glance
Follow these stages to clear the TNPSC exam confidently.
Stage 1
Prelims
MCQ screening test
Stage 2
Mains
Written descriptive papers
Stage 3
Interview
Personality assessment
Group 6 & 7 combine general competitive testing with Tamil cultural expertise. The pattern emphasises descriptive Tamil answers and HR&CE legislation.
Candidates often underestimate the interview weightage—plan early for scenario-based questions on temple governance and community sensitivity.
01
Preliminary Pattern
Objective paper with a unique emphasis on religion and temple administration.
ModerateGeneral Studies
100 questions · history, polity, economy, geography, science, current affairs.
HR&CE & Religion
75 questions · rituals, temple architecture, HR&CE act provisions, case studies.
Aptitude & Logic
25 questions · arithmetic, reasoning, data sufficiency.
Questions mix factual recall with application-based scenarios. Maintain concise notes with temple administration examples.
Section
General Studies
Questions
100
Marks
150
Section
HR&CE / Religion
Questions
75
Marks
112.5
Section
Aptitude & Logic
Questions
25
Marks
37.5
Section
Total
Questions
200
Marks
300
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 100 | 150 |
| HR&CE / Religion | 75 | 112.5 |
| Aptitude & Logic | 25 | 37.5 |
| Total | 200 | 300 |
02
Mains Descriptive Format
Two papers conducted over consecutive days. Answers expected exclusively in Tamil.
ChallengingPaper I – Tamil Literature & Philosophy
Essay questions on Thirukkural, Thevaram, Divya Prabandham, Saiva/Vaishnava doctrines, cultural heritage.
Paper II – Administration & HR&CE
Case studies on temple management, finance, legal compliance, conflict resolution.
Provide citations from texts and government orders. Structure answers with introduction, analysis, reforms, conclusion.
Paper
Paper I – Tamil Literature & Philosophy
Marks
300
Duration
3 hours
Notes
Essay + short notes; Tamil medium
Paper
Paper II – Administration & HR&CE
Marks
300
Duration
3 hours
Notes
Case-led descriptive answers; Tamil medium
Paper
Interview
Marks
80
Duration
-
Notes
Service ethos and situational awareness
| Paper | Marks | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I – Tamil Literature & Philosophy | 300 | 3 hours | Essay + short notes; Tamil medium |
| Paper II – Administration & HR&CE | 300 | 3 hours | Case-led descriptive answers; Tamil medium |
| Interview | 80 | - | Service ethos and situational awareness |
03
Interview Assessment
Conducted by senior HR&CE and administrative officers.
ModerateKey competencies
Cultural sensitivity, conflict mediation, financial prudence, empathy.
Prepare for situational queries like festival crowd control, heritage conservation, and revenue transparency.
04
Scoring Framework
Know how the commission tallies marks to finalise merit lists.
Prelims
Qualifying. Marks not added to final ranking but essential for mains eligibility.
Mains
Each paper 300 marks. Combined mains total 600 considered for merit.
Interview
80 marks added to mains for final 680 score computation.
05
Preparation Essentials
Align resources with pattern-specific expectations.
Tamil writing drills
Daily descriptive paragraph in Tamil focusing on clarity and structured arguments.
Temple case studies
Maintain a notebook of HR&CE reforms, court judgements, community initiatives.
Frequently asked questions
Jump into a mock testCan I attempt mains in English?
No. The specialised nature of services requires Tamil medium answers. Practise Tamil drafting regularly.
How important is the interview?
Very. 80 marks can change ranks drastically. Prepare for behavioural and scenario questions.
Will the prelims syllabus overlap with other groups?
Yes, GS and aptitude overlap with Group 1/2. The HR&CE section is unique—dedicate weekly slots for it.
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