The TNPSC Combined Civil Service Examination-II (CCEII) is held to select candidates for TNPSC civil services and TNPSC Group-II exams.
I. Steps/Stages in the Selection Process of Group II:
The Group II exams take place in three ways:
Preliminary Exam:
- They conduct exams in an Objective type or multiple-choice question (MCQ) format.
- The exam has a total of 300 marks, and the minimum passing score is:
– The candidate has to score 90 marks.
- The exam has a total of 300 marks, and the minimum passing score is:
- There is no negative marking.
Main Exam & Interview for Group-II:
- The exam will be in a written format.
- It is of two papers:
- Paper I :
– General English/Tamil (40/100) marks.- Note: (This paper is compulsory, and the candidate has to obtain 40 marks out of 100. The answer sheet of the candidate who passes this paper alone will be valued in paper II.
- Paper II – General Studies-(102/340) marks.
- The Interview allocates 40 marks. Those selected for the main exams receive a call for an interview.
II. Post and Eligibility for Group II:
| Name of the Post | Department | Age limit | Educational Qualification | Physical Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Probation Officer | Tamil Nadu General Subordinate Service | 22 – 30 years | A degree of B.A., B.Sc, B.Com., B.O.L., B.B.A, etc | – |
| Junior Employment Officer | Tamil Nadu Jail Subordinate Service | 18 – 30 years | Any Bachelor’s degree | – |
| Asst Inspector of Labour | Tamil Nadu Labour Subordinate Service | 26 – 40 years | Any Bachelor’s degree | – |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-II | Tamil Nadu Registration Subordinate Service | 20 – 30 years | Any Bachelor’s degree | – |
| Junior Employment Officer (Differently abled) | Tamil Nadu General Subordinate Service | 18 – 40 years | Any Bachelor’s degree | – |
| Special Branch Assistant | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 26 – 40 years | Any Bachelor’s degree | – |
Please note that candidates who pass a degree in Distance Education must have completed SSLC (10th) and then Higher Secondary (+2). Consequently, if they obtain a degree in Distance Education after passing the SSLC (10th exam), they will face disqualification.
III. Scale of Pay of Group-II:
The TNPSC Group II posts have a pay scale as follows: Rs.37,200 – Rs.1,17,600.
Application Fees:
- One-time Registration Fee: Rs.150/-(Valid for 5 years).
- Examination Fees: Rs.100/-.
- Main Exam Fee: Rs.150 /-.
Important Documents needed for the application:
Additionally, the following certificates need to be submitted:
- SSLC/HSC Certificate (Date of Birth Verification),
- Priority Selection for Tamil Medium (PSTM) Certificate (Who studied in Tamil Medium),
- Disability Certificate (for PH candidates),
- No Objection Certificate,
- Additional Supporting Documents for Reservation,
- Educational Certificates (as specified in the application),
- Community Certificate,
- Typewriting/Shorthand Certificates,
Note: To qualify under the PSTM quota, candidates must have studied in Tamil Medium from SSLC, 12th, and degree.
V. ID and Photographs needed:
- Upload your photo with your signature – (165×123) pixels in dimension, and below 50 kb in jpg format.
- Upload a scanned copy of the signature – (80×125) pixels in dimension, and below 20 kb in jpg format.
- Furthermore, candidates are required to submit identification documents such as Aadhar, driver’s license, PAN card, passport, or voter during the application process. Consequently, they must also carry the hard copy of the ID, which is uploaded, along with their hall ticket on the day of the exam.
VI. Verification of documents is required after being selected for Group II:
- Educational Qualification Certificates for Group-II:: Your SSLC (10th) certificate, your higher secondary (12th) certificate, and your Graduation certificate for age proof.
- Community Certificate: To specify your community as (SC, ST, OBC, & others).
- Nativity Certificate (if necessary): If you’re claiming to be a resident of Tamil Nadu. Hence you should submit a nativity certificate.
- Differently Abled Certificate (For physically handicapped candidates).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): If you have a current job, get permission from your Manager.
- Photo ID Proof: Show a valid photo ID like an Aadhar card, voter ID, passport, or driver’s license.
- Passport-size Photographs: Attach recent photos (colour) as instructed.
- Payment Receipt: As proof of application fee payment.
- Self-Declaration Form: Complete a form saying you don’t have any criminal history and disciplinary actions.
- Other supporting documents mentioned in the official notice, for example, an experience certificate, need to be submitted.
- Submit two copies of the conduct certificate.