Screening stage
Preliminary Examination
One MCQ paper on General Studies and Arithmetic. Preliminary marks do not determine final merit.
- 100 marks
- 1 hr 30 min
- MCQ
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Miscellaneous posts examination
TPSC Combined
Explore the official TPSC Combined examination scheme, complete Prelims and Mains syllabus, marks distribution, paper format, and a stage-wise preparation approach for miscellaneous posts.
Exam structure
Know the route before you practise.
Treat every paper and qualifying stage according to its notified role, format, and marks weight.
Written merit stage
Main Examination
Two conventional papers: English and General Studies & Arithmetic.
- 2 papers
- 200 marks
- 2 hr 30 min each
Final stage
Personality Test
Assessment of intellectual ability, social traits, current-affairs interest, judgement, leadership and integrity.
- 20 marks
- Added to Mains
Detailed syllabus
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Marks and formats remain visible when collapsed, making the syllabus easier to scan and plan.
Prelims syllabus
One screening paper on General Studies and Arithmetic in MCQ format.
English CompositionHigher Secondary (+2) standard language usage and composition.20 marks
General KnowledgeSpecial reference to Tripura and the North Eastern States.20 marks
Current AffairsLocal, national and international importance.15 marks
Constitution of IndiaSpecial reference to Panchayati Raj and Urban Local Bodies.15 marks
Simple ArithmeticMadhyamik-standard arithmetic.15 marks
Mental Ability TestReasoning, understanding and analytical ability.15 marks
Mains syllabus
Two conventional papers carrying 100 marks each.
Report draftingDrafting a report from supplied points and material.20 marks
Summary / PrecisCondensing a prose passage accurately.15 marks
ComprehensionUnderstanding and responding to a given passage.15 marks
Paragraph writingFocused written expression on the given subject.15 marks
Letter writingAppropriate format, clarity and communication.15 marks
Applied EnglishWords, sentence correction, prepositions, phrases, idioms, synonyms and antonyms.20 marks
Tripura & North East GKFive short questions carrying four marks each.20 marks
Current AffairsLocal, national and international importance.20 marks
Indian ConstitutionHigher Secondary (+2) standard.20 marks
Simple ArithmeticMadhyamik standard.20 marks
Mental AbilityReasoning and analytical ability.20 marks
Structured for readability
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Preparation approach
Turn the syllabus into repeatable practice.
Cover, practise, review errors, and repeat under the actual paper format.
01Prelims
Build balanced coverage across all six areas, then practise full 100-mark timed papers and maintain an error log.
02Mains English
Practise report, precis, comprehension, paragraph and letter formats under the notified time limit.
03Mains GS
Prepare concise four-mark answers, strengthen Tripura and North East knowledge, and keep arithmetic practice active.
Common questions
Important points at a glance.
Concise answers to help organise your preparation.
No. The Preliminary Examination is a screening test. Final merit is based on Main Examination marks and the Personality Test.
There are two conventional papers: English and General Studies & Arithmetic, carrying 100 marks each.
The posts and vacancies are notified by TPSC for each recruitment cycle. Candidates should use the applicable advertisement for the current list.
TPSC Combined preparation