TNPSC Group 1 Answer Key 2026 Expected Date & Download

Notice information

• The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducted the TNPSC Group 1 Preliminary Examination 2026 on 27 September 2026 for recruitment to 46 vacancies. All aspirants are now waiting for the TNPSC Group 1 Answer Key 2026, also known as the Solution Key, to be released on the official website tnpsc.gov.in. The official key has not been published yet, but it is expected in the coming days. Checking the answer key is important because it helps you estimate your prelims score, compare your responses and prepare for the next stage. Candidates may check unofficial keys in the meantime, but only the official answer key released by TNPSC will be considered final. This page provides the expected release date, direct download steps, marking scheme, objection process and important instructions.

How to Download the TNPSC Group 1 Answer Key 2026

• Once TNPSC publishes the key, follow these simple steps to download it from tnpsc.gov.in.
• Go to the official website tnpsc.gov.in.
• Open the answer key link for the Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I Services) Preliminary Examination.
• The answer key PDF will open on the screen.
• Download the PDF and save a copy on your device.
• Compare each answer you marked with the official key.

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Marking Scheme and Exam Pattern

• Questions: 200 objective-type questions
• Total marks: 300
• Marks per correct answer: 1.5
• Duration: 3 hours
• The prelims paper has 200 questions for 300 marks. As per the official pattern, each correct answer carries 1.5 marks.
• Expected marks = Number of correct answers × 1.5
• The table below shows estimated marks for different numbers of correct answers.
• Note: No negative marking has been indicated in the official pattern. Candidates should check the official answer key notice for any changes to the marking scheme.

How many vacancies are being filled through TNPSC Group 1 2026?

• There are 46 vacancies for the Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I Services).

What is the exam date for TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2026?

• The preliminary examination was held on 27 September 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.