TNPSC Group 1: Download admit card by Sep 27 for prelims exam

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) today, 17 September 2026, released the admit cards for the Combined Civil Services Examination – I (Group I Services) Prelims Exam 2026. Candidates can now download their TNPSC Group 1 Hall Ticket 2026 from the official website, www.tnpsc.gov.in, using their Login ID and Password.

The Prelims Exam is scheduled for 27 September 2026, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, in a single shift. This examination aims to fill a total of 46 vacancies for various prestigious posts, including Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-I), Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes), Deputy Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Assistant Director of Rural Development, and District Employment Officer.

Revised Prelims Exam Date and Vacancies

The original Prelims Exam date was 6 September 2026, which was subsequently revised to 27 September 2026. This change was communicated via Addendum 5A/2026, dated 16 July 2026. The examination will be conducted at 38 District Centres across Tamil Nadu.

The notification number for the Combined Civil Services Examination – I (Group I Services) is 05/2026, with the notification date being 23 June 2026. While the recruitment drive aims to fill 46 vacancies, the total provisional vacancies for Notification 05/2026 are 26. The pay level for Group 1 services is Level 22, ranging from ₹56,100 to ₹2,05,700.

Application Process and Fees

The online application window for the TNPSC Group 1 services commenced on 30 June 2026, with the last date to apply online being 29 July 2026. The application correction window was open from 2 August to 4 August 2026. The Prelims Exam fee is ₹100, while the Mains Exam fee is ₹200 for selected candidates, unless exempted.

The Mains Exam date will be announced by the TNPSC after the Prelims result is declared. TNPSC typically issues admit cards 5 to 10 days before the examination date, aligning with the current release for the 27 September 2026 Prelims.

Instructions for Candidates on Exam Day

Candidates are required to carry a printed copy of their admit card and a valid original photo ID proof to the exam center. Prohibited items at the examination venue include electronic devices, books, or any unauthorized materials. The admit card contains essential details such as the candidate’s name, photograph, application number, exam date, time, and the complete address of the exam center.

It is advised that candidates arrive at the exam center at least 30 to 60 minutes before the reporting time to complete necessary formalities. Failure to present the required documents may result in denial of entry to the examination hall.

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