Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for TNPSC Group I (Combined Civil Services - I, Prelims), oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
Candidates who submitted applications for TNPSC Group 1 can make necessary corrections to their forms during the three-day window from 2 August (12:01 AM) to 4 August 2026 (11:59 PM). No corrections will be allowed after this period.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The online application process for 26 Group 1 vacancies including Deputy Collector, District Registrar and other posts concluded on 29 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates can make corrections during the window from 2-4 August.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Candidates have until 29 July 2026 to complete online applications for the 26 vacancies announced under Notification No. 05/2026. The application portal opened on 30 June 2026 at tnpsc.gov.in.
Archived 16 Aug 2026
TNPSC issued an addendum on 16 July 2026 rescheduling the preliminary examination from 6 September to 27 September 2026, citing administrative reasons. The exam will be held from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in a single session.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission issued a notification on 16 July 2026 revising the preliminary exam date from 6 September to 27 September 2026. The exam will be held from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, with all other details remaining unchanged.
Archived 16 Aug 2026
TNPSC has announced that candidates can make corrections to their submitted applications during a three-day window from 2 August to 4 August 2026 through the official portal.
Archived 16 Aug 2026
The online application process started on 30 June 2026 and will remain open until 29 July 2026. Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying through tnpsc.gov.in.
Archived 25 Jul 2026
The TNPSC Group 1 Preliminary Examination is confirmed for 6 September 2026 as per the TNPSC Annual Planner 2026. The exam will be conducted offline in objective-type format with 200 MCQs for 300 marks in a 3-hour duration.
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Candidates can make changes to their submitted applications during the correction window from 2 August to 4 August 2026. All corrections must be completed within this period.
Archived 25 Jul 2026
The TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 was released on 23 June 2026 on tnpsc.gov.in. The recruitment is for Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group I Services) for prestigious posts including Deputy Collector, DSP, and Assistant Commissioner.
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the official notification on 23 June 2026 for Combined Civil Services Examination-I. Posts include Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes), Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies, District Registrar, and Assistant Commissioner of Labour.
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the official notification on 23 June 2026 for Combined Civil Services Examination-I. The recruitment covers posts like Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes), District Registrar, and others.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission typically releases the Group I Prelims notification during May-June each year. Candidates are advised to monitor the official TNPSC website regularly for the official advertisement with vacancy details and application procedures.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Commission has updated the indicative distribution of marks across General Studies topics for this recruitment cycle. Tamil Nadu History and Culture, Current Affairs, and General Science sections have been emphasized in the revised pattern.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
TNPSC has completed the evaluation process for the 2025-26 Group I Mains examination. Shortlisted candidates are being called for document verification in batches at the Commission's Chennai office.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
TNPSC has confirmed additional examination centers in tier-2 cities including Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, and Tirunelveli to accommodate the increasing number of applicants for the Group I Combined Civil Services examination.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Interview/Oral Test (expected)
Sat, 27 Mar, 2027Personality test for Mains-qualified candidates, schedule TBN
Archived 16 Aug 2026
📍Group I Mains examination (tentative)
Wed, 6 Jan, 2027Descriptive exam across multiple General Studies papers and Essay
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Mains examination (tentative)
Fri, 1 Jan, 2027Expected in December 2026/January 2027 for qualified candidates
Archived 25 Jul 2026
📍Mains examination
Thu, 31 Dec, 2026Main written examination (dates to be notified after prelims result)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Mains Examination (expected)
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Main Written Examination to be held in Chennai, dates to be notified
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Tue, 27 Oct, 2026Results typically declared 3-4 weeks after exam
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026Qualified candidates shortlisted for Mains examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Preliminary Examination (Revised)
Sun, 27 Sept, 2026Group I Prelims on 27 September 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (revised from 6 September)
Archived 16 Aug 2026
📍Preliminary examination (rescheduled)
Sun, 27 Sept, 2026Prelims exam from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, postponed from 6 September
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Sun, 20 Sept, 2026Hall ticket typically released 5-10 days before exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Admit card release (expected)
Fri, 18 Sept, 2026Hall tickets typically released 7-10 days before exam
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Prelims answer key release (expected)
Sun, 13 Sept, 2026Provisional answer key typically released within 1-2 weeks after exam
Archived 25 Jul 2026
📍TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam
Sun, 6 Sept, 20266 September 2026 – 200 MCQs, 300 marks, 3 hours duration, no negative marking
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Prelims answer key publication (expected)
Thu, 3 Sept, 2026Provisional answer key with window for objections
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍TNPSC Group I Prelims examination date
Sat, 29 Aug, 2026Objective type exam covering General Studies, Aptitude & Mental Ability
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Sat, 29 Aug, 2026Typically released 7-10 days before exam on tnpsc.gov.in
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Hall ticket download availability
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Admit cards released approximately 2 weeks before exam date
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application correction window closes
Tue, 4 Aug, 2026Final day for application corrections
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Application correction window closes
Tue, 4 Aug, 2026Final date for application corrections (11:59 PM)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application correction window
Sun, 2 Aug, 20262 August to 4 August 2026 – make corrections to submitted applications
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Application correction window opens
Sun, 2 Aug, 2026Candidates can edit submitted applications (2-4 August 2026)
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Application correction window opens
Sun, 2 Aug, 2026Three-day window to edit submitted applications
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date to apply online
Wed, 29 Jul, 2026Submit application with fee payment by 29 July 2026
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Application deadline
Wed, 29 Jul, 2026Last date to submit online application at tnpsc.gov.in (29 July 2026)
Archived 16 Aug 2026
Application deadline
Wed, 29 Jul, 2026Last date to submit online application (11:59 PM)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date for online application submission
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026Deadline for completing registration and fee payment
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026One-Time Registration (OTR) mandatory before applying
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026Online registration begins at tnpsc.gov.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Notification released
Tue, 23 Jun, 2026Official notification PDF available at tnpsc.gov.in
Archived 25 Jul 2026
Notification released
Tue, 23 Jun, 2026Official notification No. 05/2026 for 26 Group 1 vacancies
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application portal opening (anticipated)
Sun, 31 May, 2026Online registration begins on TNPSC official portal
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Expected notification release for Group I Prelims
Fri, 29 May, 2026Official advertisement with vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application timeline
Archived 5 Jul 2026
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