TNPSC Group 4 Marks Calculator
200 questions, 1.5 marks each, no negative marking.
How TNPSC Group 4 marks are calculated
The TNPSC Group 4 exam is a single objective paper of 200 questions, each worth 1.5 marks, totalling 300 marks, with no negative marking. It covers General Studies, Aptitude & Mental Ability and Tamil/English eligibility. The calculator above turns your correct answers into marks and a percentage.
The exam pattern
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Questions | 200 (objective) |
| Marks per question | 1.5 |
| Maximum marks | 300 |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Negative marking | None |
A worked example
160 correct out of 200: marks = 160 × 1.5 = 240 / 300 (80%). Selection is on the basis of these marks plus normalisation, with a category-wise cut-off.
How selection and normalisation work
Group 4 is a direct-recruitment exam — there is no interview. The final merit list is prepared from the written marks after normalisation across sessions, with cut-offs set separately for each communal category. A strong Tamil-eligibility score and steady accuracy across all sections usually matter more than excelling in just one.
Preparation tip
With no negative marking, attempt all 200 questions. Build speed on aptitude and mental ability (the most scoring section) and revise Samacheer Kalvi textbooks for general studies. Time-bound mock tests are the single best predictor of your real score.
Frequently asked questions
How many marks per question?
1.5 marks, for 200 questions = 300 marks.
Is there negative marking in Group 4?
No, there is no negative marking.
Is there an interview?
No, Group 4 is a direct-recruitment exam with no interview.
What is the maximum mark?
300 marks.
How is the cut-off decided?
By normalised written marks with category-wise cut-offs.
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