Written stage
Written Examination
A single three-hour examination combining an OMR-based MCQ part and a conventional writing part.
- 130 marks
- 3 hours
- 90 MCQ + 40 written
Syllabus-aligned guide Built for focused preparation
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Sub-Inspector of Excise
Understand the official Excise SI written examination structure, marks distribution, MCQ and conventional syllabus, and the interview stage under the published TPSC scheme.
Exam structure
Know the route before you practise.
Treat every paper and qualifying stage according to its notified role, format, and marks weight.
Final stage
Interview / Personality Test
Candidates called under TPSC norms must appear in the interview for final recommendation.
- 20 marks
- Final merit
Detailed syllabus
Open only the paper or part you need.
Marks and formats remain visible when collapsed, making the syllabus easier to scan and plan.
MCQ syllabus
The objective part tests general awareness, fundamentals and aptitude.
General Knowledge & Current AffairsGeneral awareness and current events relevant to the examination.40 marks
Simple ArithmeticFundamental numerical ability and everyday arithmetic.10 marks
General ScienceBasic scientific understanding and everyday science.10 marks
Aptitude TestReasoning, analytical and problem-solving ability.15 marks
General EnglishLanguage fundamentals, comprehension and correct usage.15 marks
Writing syllabus
The conventional part measures practical and organised written expression.
Report / Letter writingFormat, relevance, organisation, clarity and correct language.20 marks
Essay / Paragraph writingCoherent development of ideas with appropriate structure and expression.20 marks
Structured for readability
Use the expandable papers and topics to build a focused preparation plan.
Preparation approach
Turn the syllabus into repeatable practice.
Cover, practise, review errors, and repeat under the actual paper format.
01MCQ foundation
Cover GK, current affairs, arithmetic, general science, aptitude and English in proportion to their marks.
02Timed written practice
Practise reports, formal letters, essays and paragraphs within a combined three-hour paper strategy.
03Final review
Use mixed full-paper practice and confirm the Commission-notified MCQ and negative-marking instructions.
Common questions
Important points at a glance.
Concise answers to help organise your preparation.
The published scheme carries 130 marks: 90 marks in the MCQ part and 40 marks in the conventional part.
The published scheme provides three hours for the combined written examination.
No. The official scheme states that the Commission will decide the MCQ question pattern and negative-marking rule. Follow the applicable examination instructions.
Excise SI preparation