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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) is the state-level constitutional body responsible for recruiting eligible candidates into the administrative, civil, and technical services of the Government of Tamil Nadu. It conducts various competitive examinations to fill government roles. [1, 2, 3]

Key Exam Groups

TNPSC exams are broadly categorized into groups based on the nature of the post and required educational qualifications: [1]

• Group I: Top-level executive and administrative posts (e.g., Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police).
• Group II & IIA: Mid-level administrative and clerical roles (e.g., Sub-Registrar, Municipal Commissioner). Group II includes an interview, while Group IIA is non-interview.
• Group III: Lower administrative and technical positions (e.g., Junior Inspector).
• Group IV: Entry-level positions and clerical roles (e.g., Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant). [1]

General Eligibility Criteria

While specific requirements vary by post, the general baseline includes:

• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen. [1, 2]
• Education: Ranges from 10th standard (for Group IV) to a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university (for Group I/II). [1]
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