Tamil Nadu TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Result 2025 Declared | Mains Next Step

Chennai, Tamil Nadu – December 23, 2025 – The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has published the Group 2 and Group 2A Preliminary Examination results on its official website. Candidates who took the exam can now check the merit list and prepare for the Main Examination. The prelims were held on September 28, 2025.

Quick facts (at a glance)

• Prelims exam date: September 28, 2025.
• Result published on: December 22–23, 2025 (available on tnpsc.gov.in).
• Vacancies (Group 2 & 2A): 645 (total posts notified).
• Mains exam dates: Paper I (Tamil Eligibility Test) — 8 Feb 2026; Paper II (General Studies, descriptive) — 22 Feb 2026.

How to check your Prelims result (step by step)

1. Open the TNPSC site: tnpsc.gov.in.
2. Go to the “Results” or the Combined Civil Services Examination II (Group II & IIA) section.
3. Click the link for “Group 2 & Group 2A Prelims Result 2025” and download the PDF.
4. Use Ctrl + F (or find) to search your roll number.
5. Save or print the PDF for your records.

Payment, registration and important deadlines

• Candidates provisionally admitted to the Main Exam must pay ₹150 (unless exempt) using their One Time Registration (OTR) ID. The payment window is Dec 23 to Dec 29, 2025 (till 11:59 pm). If you do not pay by the last date, you may not be allowed to sit for mains.
• If you have already registered on OTR earlier, check that your registration is active and details (name, DOB, email, mobile) are correct before payment. One Time Registration is valid for five years from the date of registration and requires a one-time fee (which is commonly ₹150 at registration).
• If you are exempt from Paper I (Tamil Eligibility), you must upload the valid exemption certificate on the portal within the deadline (check the result notification for the exact upload link and instructions).

What the Mains exam includes

• Paper I — Tamil Eligibility Test (Qualifying): Afternoon session on 8 Feb 2026. This paper is qualifying in nature for candidates who are not exempt. Minimum marks to pass this qualifying test are set by TNPSC.
• Paper II — General Studies (Descriptive): Forenoon session on 22 Feb 2026. This is the main scoring paper that will decide ranks for most posts. StudyIQ

Minimum qualifying marks & expected cut-offs

• Minimum qualifying marks (commonly used): Preliminary exam minimum qualifying is often set around 90 marks (check official notice for exact figure). For mains, Paper I and Paper II have separate minimum marks (for example Paper I: 40, Paper II: 90/102 depending on post). These are TNPSC rules that candidates must follow.
• Expected cut-off ranges (prelims, category wise) — these are estimates based on past trends and exam difficulty. Use them only as a guide:
  • UR / General: 160–167 (male) / 154–162 (female).
  • BC / MBC / SC / ST: ranges vary from about 140 to 162 depending on category and gender.
    These ranges come from exam analysts and coaching sites and will be finalised when TNPSC publishes cut-offs.

Document checklist for Mains (keep ready now)

• Printout of the Prelims result PDF showing your roll number.
• Valid one time registration (OTR) ID and login details.
• Photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/Driver’s licence) — original and photocopy.
• Educational certificates and mark sheets as required for the post.
• Certificate for Tamil exemption (if applicable) — scanned copy to upload if not already submitted.

Short study plan and tips for Mains (easy and practical)

1. Know the paper pattern: Paper II is descriptive. Practice writing clear, short answers and essays within time limits. Review prior year mains papers to know question style.
2. Make a topic list: Focus on history, polity, economy, geography, current affairs, and Tamilnadu-specific issues.
3. Practice answer writing: Time yourself for 3-5 questions per hour and aim for crisp introductions and conclusions.
4. Revision: Make quick notes for facts, dates, schemes and state policies. Revisit them daily.
5. Mock tests and feedback: If possible, take a few descriptive mocks and get feedback on structure and language.
6. Health and time: Sleep well, keep short revision slots, and avoid last-minute overload.

My perspective

TNPSC Group 2 is a big chance for many young people and mid-career aspirants. The short window between result release (late Dec) and mains (Feb) is stressful but manageable with a steady plan. Two things matter most now: (1) complete your OTR payment and document uploads before the deadline, and (2) shift your prep from broad reading (for prelims) to focused answer writing and state-level facts (for mains).

Also remember: TNPSC rules are strict about deadlines and document uploads. Treat the official TNPSC website and the PDF notifications as the final word. Coaching hints and predicted cutoffs help planning, but do not replace steady study and clear answer practice.

Conclusion

The TNPSC Group 2 Prelims result is out and many candidates will move to the Mains stage. Check the official TNPSC website right away, pay the mains fee through your OTR between Dec 23–29, 2025, and collect the documents you will need for the mains exam on 8 Feb and 22 Feb 2026. Good planning, calm focus, and practice will make the next weeks productive.