TNPSC CTS Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2025: Download PDF Here

Last Updated on Jun 08, 2025

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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the official TNPSC TCS notification 2025 which contains complete details of the TNPSC Combined Technical Services syllabus & exam pattern. The TNPSC Combined Technical Services syllabus and exam pattern play a surplus role in cracking the examination. The aspiring candidate must be well versed in the syllabus so that they can clear the combined upper subordinate service examination with ease. Candidates looking for Job opportunities through TNPSC CTS recruitment 2025 can check the syllabus and exam pattern form here. 

  • The selection process for Diploma/ITI Level posts includes a written exam and document verification, while that for interview posts includes a written exam, interview, and document verification. 
  • The candidate must prepare using the most updated study material to be selected for the TNPSC Combined Technical Services Job Profile.

All the essential information regarding the TNPSC Combined Technical Services Syllabus and Exam Pattern, marking scheme, books for preparation, and preparation strategy is given in detail in this article, along with some FAQs.

TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam Pattern 2025

The candidate must know the TNPSC Combined Technical Services exam pattern to ace the recruitment examination. TNPSC CTS selection process for non-interview posts includes a written exam and document verification, while that for interview posts includes a written exam, interview, and document verification. The details of the exam pattern are as follows:

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TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam Pattern 2025 for Interview Posts -II

  • Paper 1 consists of objective-type questions and Paper 2 consists of Descriptive type questions.
  • Both the Paper I and II will be computer-based test.
  • The questions in Part B of Paper I will be set both in English and Tamil.

Paper

Standard 

No. of Questions

Duration

Max. Marks

Minimum Qualifying Marks

SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs 

Others* 

Paper I

 

SSLC

 

100

 

3 hours

 

150

60

60

Part A 

Tamil Eligibility Test 

Part B 

(i) General Studies

Degree

75

150

135 

180

(ii) Aptitude and Mental Ability Test

SSLC

25

Paper II Subject Paper 

Degree / PG Degree

200

3 hours

300

Total (Part B of Paper-I and Paper-II)

450

*Others - Candidates not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs

TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam Pattern 2025 for ITI/Diploma Level Posts

  • Paper 1 consists of objective-type questions and Paper 2 consists of Descriptive type questions.
  • Both the Paper I and II will be computer-based test.
  • The questions in Part B of Paper I will be set both in English and Tamil.

Paper

Standard 

No. of Questions

Duration

Max. Marks

Minimum Qualifying Marks

SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs 

Others* 

Paper I

 

SSLC

 

100

 

3 hours

 

150

60

60

Part A 

Tamil Eligibility Test 

Part B 

(i) General Studies

75

150

135 

180

(ii) Aptitude and Mental Ability Test

25

Paper II Subject Paper 

Diploma/ITI

200

3 hours

300

Total (Part B of Paper-I and Paper-II)

450

*Others - Candidates not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs

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TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam Pattern 2025 for Posts (Except Translator)

  • Paper 1 consists of objective-type questions and Paper 2 consists of Descriptive type questions.
  • Paper II and Part B of Paper I will be evaluated only if the candidate secures minimum qualifying marks of 40% (i.e., 60 Marks) in Part A of Paper I.
  • The questions in Part B of Paper I will be set both in English and Tamil.

Paper

Standard 

No. of Questions

Duration

Max. Marks

Minimum Qualifying Marks

SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs 

Others* 

Paper I

 

SSLC

 

100

 

3 hours

 

150

60

60

Part A 

Tamil Eligibility Test 

Part B 

(i) General Studies

Degree

75

150

135 

180

(ii) Aptitude and Mental Ability Test

SSLC

25

Paper II Subject Paper 

Degree / PG Degree

200

3 hours

300

Total (Part B of Paper-I and Paper-II)

450

*Others - Candidates not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs

TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam Pattern 2025 for Translator Post 

Paper

Standard 

No. of Questions

Duration

Max. Marks

Minimum Qualifying Marks

SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs 

Others* 

Paper I

 

SSLC

 

100

 

3 hours

 

150

60

60

Part A 

Tamil Eligibility Test 

Part B 

(i) General Studies

Degree

75

150

135 

180

(ii) Aptitude and Mental Ability Test

SSLC

25

Paper II 

Translation

Degree

-

3 hours

300

Total (Part B of Paper-I and Paper-II)

450

*Others - Candidates not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs

TNPSC Combined Technical Services Syllabus 2025

The selection of the candidates is going to be based on the performance of the candidates in a prelims exam, a mains written exam, and an interview. Hence, it is always advisable to study and prepare only those topics that are helpful in scoring marks equal to the TNPSC Combined Technical Services cut off marks. To obtain the most current and accurate information regarding the syllabus for the post, it is recommended to visit the official website of Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission or consult the official job notification to be provided by the authority. This will ensure you have the most up-to-date and accurate information for your preparation. However, the detailed and official syllabus for the examination will be shared soon by the authorities.

TNPSC CTS General Studies Syllabus

Topic

Subtopics

General Studies

Ancient India

Medieval India

Modern India

Physical Geography

Indian Geography

World Geography

Indian Constitution

Political System in India

State Government

Basics of Indian Economy

Economic Planning

Major Economic Schemes and Policies

Physics

Chemistry

Biology

Current Affairs

Sports and Culture

Indian Awards and Honors

Important Days and Dates

Famous Personalities

TNPSC CTS Aptitude & Mental Ability Syllabus

Topic

Subtopics

Aptitude & Mental Ability

Analogies

Series Completion

Coding-Decoding

Blood Relations

Mirror Images

Embedded Figures

Paper Folding and Cutting

Pattern Completion

Logical Deduction

Logical Sequences

Seating Arrangement

Data Interpretation

Venn Diagrams

Syllogism

Number Series

Speed, Time, and Distance

Profit and Loss

Time and Work

Ratio and Proportion

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Latest TNPSC Combined Technical Service Updates

Last updated on Jun 10, 2025

-> TNPSC CTS notification 2025 out for 615 vacancies (Non-interview posts). 

-> TNPSC combined technical services examination exam for non-interview posts will be conducted from August 4 to 10. 

-> TNPSC Combined Technical Services Examination 2025 notification for Interview posts has been released at the official website. 

-> Candidates can apply for TNPSC CTS recruitment 2025 from May 13. 

-> TNPSC CTS recruitment 2025 exam will be conducted from July 20 to 23 (For interview posts).

-> The last date to apply for TNPSC Combined Technical Services recruitment 2025 is June 11. 

-> A total of 330 vacancies are announced through TNPSC CTS recruitment 2025 

-> The selection process includes a written exam, personal interview and document verification.

TNPSC Combined Technical Services Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2025 FAQs

The prelims exam for the TNPSC Combined Technical Services consists of a total of 300 marks.

The Syllabus of the Test includes Tamil Language, General Studies, Aptitude and Mental Ability in paper 1 and topics from subjects opted by the candidate in paper 2.

Yes, the exam for the TNPSC Combined Technical Services post will be conducted in online mode.

The TNPSC Combined Technical Services prelims exam will have 200 questions in total.

There is no information on negative marks for wrong answers as of now.

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