The TNPSC Group 2A Combined Civil Services Examination — Main Examination — Paper II-A: General Studies (Objective) is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) to assess your knowledge across science, society, polity, economy, history, and Tamil Nadu-specific development administration. Practising this objective paper helps you build speed, accuracy, and exam readiness for TNPSC Group 2A roles.
This practice test mirrors the exam’s objective format with 150 questions for 300 marks in 120 minutes, and includes no negative marking, making it ideal for focused learning and confidence-building.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science | ~19 | ~38 | 16% |
| Current Events | ~19 | ~38 | 14% |
| Geography of India | ~19 | ~38 | 12% |
| History & Culture of India and Indian National Movement | ~19 | ~38 | 14% |
| Indian Polity | ~19 | ~38 | 12% |
| Indian Economy | ~19 | ~38 | 10% |
| History, Culture, Heritage & Socio-Political Movements of Tamil Nadu | ~19 | ~38 | 14% |
| Development Administration in Tamil Nadu | ~19 | ~38 | 8% |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 100% |
Build a daily routine that covers one static section (Polity/Economy/History) plus current events. Use previous-year themes to prioritize frequently asked sub-topics in Tamil Nadu history and development administration. Practice this paper under timed conditions (120 minutes) and revise incorrect answers immediately. Since there is no negative marking, attempt every question confidently after eliminating wrong options.
