For Tamil Nadu police (TNUSRB) aspirants, 2026. The exact marks and weightage are fixed by each recruitment's official notification — always confirm on tnusrb.tn.gov.in.
- Merit ≈ Written 70% + PET 20% + Special 10% (per the recent process).
- Tamil eligibility test is qualifying (need 40%), not added to merit.
- Written: ~70 questions / 70 marks / 80 minutes — GK + Psychology.
- Special marks for NCC / NSS / Sports can lift your rank — keep certificates ready.
- Exact rules vary by notification — confirm on tnusrb.tn.gov.in.
The selection stages
The TNUSRB constable recruitment runs through a defined sequence of stages. You must clear each to move to the next:
| Stage | What it is |
|---|---|
| Written examination | Objective test (GK + Psychology / mental ability) |
| Tamil language eligibility test | Qualifying only — minimum 40% |
| Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | Height, chest and other measurements against standards |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Endurance | Running and physical events, scored towards merit |
| Special marks & certificate verification | NCC / NSS / Sports marks added; documents checked |
| Medical test | Final fitness check |
How the final merit is formed
The provisional select list is drawn from the total marks in the written examination, the PET, and the NCC/NSS/Sports special marks, subject to communal reservation and the number of vacancies. In the recent process the rough weightage was:
- Written test — about 70% of the merit weight
- PET — about 20%
- Special marks (NCC/NSS/Sports) — about 10%
Important: the exact marks, weightage and rounding are defined in each recruitment's official notification and can change between years. Treat the 70/20/10 split as an indicative guide and verify the current numbers before you rely on them.
The written examination in detail
The written test is objective (MCQ), with around 70 questions carrying 70 marks, to be finished in roughly 80 minutes. It covers two broad areas — General Knowledge (current affairs, science, history, polity, Tamil Nadu-specific topics) and Psychology / mental ability (reasoning, aptitude, judgement). Because time is tight, accuracy and speed both matter, and there's no negative marking to fear in the standard pattern — so attempt everything.
The Tamil eligibility test — don't ignore it
Many aspirants underestimate the Tamil language eligibility test. It doesn't add to your merit, but it is a gate: score below 40% and you're out, no matter how well you did in the written test. Treat it as a compulsory pass, revise Tamil grammar and comprehension, and clear it comfortably.
Special marks — the easy edge
Special marks for NCC certificates, NSS service and Sports/Games achievements are a small but decisive share of the merit (around 10%). In a highly competitive list where thousands are separated by fractions of a mark, these can be the difference between selection and the waiting list. If you have any eligible certificate, keep the originals ready for verification and make sure you claim the marks in your application.
Physical standards (PMT) — the measurements that matter
Before the scored PET, candidates must clear the Physical Measurement Test against fixed standards. These vary by category and gender and are set precisely in each notification, but broadly they cover minimum height and, for men, chest measurement with expansion. Falling short of the physical minimums disqualifies a candidate regardless of written marks, so check the exact figures for your category early. If you're close to a threshold, remember measurements are taken strictly on the day — there's no rounding in your favour.
The PET / endurance events
The Physical Efficiency Test typically involves timed running and other athletic events, with marks (or qualifying times) that feed into your merit. Unlike the written test, fitness can't be built in a week — start a running and endurance routine months ahead, and practise the specific events listed in the notification. Many strong written candidates lose their place here simply because they under-trained physically, so treat the PET as seriously as the exam.
A realistic timeline to prepare
- Months 1–3: Build the written foundation (GK + Psychology) and begin daily fitness.
- Months 3–5: Heavy past-paper practice under timed conditions; ramp up running.
- Final weeks: Revise current affairs and Tamil eligibility; peak your PET fitness.
- Throughout: Keep your NCC/NSS/Sports certificates organised for the special-marks claim.
How to plan your preparation
- Put most effort into the written test — it carries the largest weight.
- Start PET training early (running, endurance) — fitness can't be crammed.
- Don't neglect the Tamil eligibility gate.
- Gather and claim every NCC/NSS/Sports mark you're entitled to.
- Read the official notification fully for the exact pattern and standards.
Related tools & guides
Other TN exams? See our TNPSC Group 2 and Group 4 marks calculators, the TNPSC Group 1 exam pattern, and the passing marks calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How is the TNUSRB constable merit calculated?
From written (~70%), PET (~20%) and NCC/NSS/Sports special marks (~10%), per the notification.
Is there a Tamil eligibility test?
Yes — qualifying only, need 40%, not added to merit.
How many marks is the written exam?
~70 questions / 70 marks in ~80 minutes (GK + Psychology).
What are special marks?
Marks for NCC/NSS/Sports (~10% of merit) — keep your certificates ready.
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Disclaimer: Informational guide for 2026. The exact marks, weightage and physical standards are set by TNUSRB in each recruitment's official notification and can change — always confirm on tnusrb.tn.gov.in before relying on this.