The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has postponed the Preliminary Examination for the Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services), 2026. As per Press Release No. 83/2026, dated 16.07.2026, issued by TNPSC Secretary Thiru. Panot Murugendra Lal, IAS, the Prelims exam originally scheduled for 6 September 2026 will now be held on 27 September 2026. No reason for the postponement was mentioned in the press release.
TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Date 2026 - Overview
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services) |
| Notification Number | 05/2026 (Advertisement No. 736) |
| Notification Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Press Release on Date Change | No. 83/2026, dated 16 July 2026 |
| Original Prelims Date | 6 September 2026 |
| Revised Prelims Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Application Mode | Online only, at tnpscexams.in |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Date 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 2 August 2026 (12:01 AM) to 4 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date (Original) | 6 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date (Revised) | 27 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Timing | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (as per original schedule; not stated whether timing has changed) |
Note: The press release confirms only the change in the Preliminary Exam date. It does not state whether the exam timing (9:30 AM-12:30 PM) has also changed. Candidates should check the official TNPSC website or their hall ticket for the confirmed reporting time.
Required Documents for TNPSC Group 1 Application
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per prescribed format, taken on/after the notification date)
- Scanned signature (as per prescribed format)
- Educational qualification certificates
- Community/caste certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Age proof (as per OTR/Aadhaar records)
- Aadhaar number (mandatory for OTR)
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 1 2026
- Visit the official TNPSC exam portal at tnpscexams.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user; link your Aadhaar number.
- Log in with your registered OTR credentials.
- Select the "Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services) 2026" application link.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the specified format.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Review all entries carefully, then submit the form.
- Download and print the submitted application and payment receipt for your records.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only online applications are accepted; offline/postal applications are not entertained.
- Note the revised Preliminary Exam date of 27 September 2026 and update your preparation schedule accordingly.
- Keep checking tnpsc.gov.in for the hall ticket release date and any further updates, since Mains and Interview dates have not yet been announced.
- Ensure your OTR profile details (name, date of birth, category, photo) are accurate before the correction window closes, as no further edits are typically allowed afterward.
Important Links
- TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Date 2026 : Click Here
- Offficial Website: tnpsc.gov.in