The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducts the Group 2A Combined Civil Services Examination for recruiting eligible candidates into various Group 2A posts. Paper II-B focuses on General Intelligence & Reasoning to assess your speed, logic, and problem-solving ability—skills crucial for success in the civil services selection process. This practice test helps you sharpen exam-style thinking and improve accuracy for competitive marks.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number Series & Alphanumeric Reasoning | ~8 | ~16 | 18% |
| Logical Reasoning & Analytical Reasoning | ~8 | ~16 | 18% |
| Puzzles, Seating Arrangement & Dice | ~8 | ~16 | 16% |
| Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations & Direction Sense | ~8 | ~16 | 16% |
| Visual & Non-Verbal Reasoning | ~8 | ~14 | 14% |
| Arithmetic Aptitude (Percentage, Ratio, HCF/LCM, Interest, Time & Work) | ~8 | ~16 | 18% |
| Total | 50 | 100 | 100% |
Practice with strict time control: aim to finish each set faster than your current pace to handle 120 minutes effectively. Start with high-confidence sections (series, coding, and arithmetic) to secure accuracy early, then attempt tougher puzzles and visual reasoning. Review mistakes by writing the “rule” you missed (pattern, direction logic, or formula) and retake similar questions to build speed. Since there is no negative marking, attempt all questions while maintaining careful calculation.
