Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector Recruitment (Written Exam) — Free Online Mock Test
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector written exam · ~100-200 MCQ. General knowledge & current affairs, reasoning & mental ability, numerical aptitude, English/general studies and basic computer awareness. · Official language: English & Tamil.
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector exam at a glance
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) |
|---|---|
| Official website | tnusrb.tn.gov.in ↗ |
| Mode | Recruitment for Sub-Inspector of Police (Taluk, Armed Reserve, Tamil Nadu Special Police, Technical and Fingerprint categories): a Tamil Language Eligibility Test (qualifying), a Main written examination (merit), a Physical Measurement Test and Endurance Test (qualifying), a marks-bearing Physical Efficiency Test, a Viva-Voce / interview, then certificate verification and a medical examination. There is no negative marking. |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise, by TNUSRB notification. |
| Scoring & marking | The Tamil Language Eligibility Test (about 100 questions/100 marks) is qualifying, needing about 40%. The Main examination of 70 marks — General Knowledge and Psychology/General Ability (objective throughout, no descriptive paper) — counts toward merit, with no negative marking. A Physical Measurement Test and Endurance Test are qualifying, while the Physical Efficiency Test and a Viva-Voce carry marks. (For departmental candidates, part of the paper covers Police Subjects.) |
| Language | Tamil (a qualifying Tamil Language Eligibility Test). |
Who is eligible for Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector?
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university, able to read and write Tamil (or pass the Tamil Language Eligibility Test), within the prescribed age limits and physical standards.
Last verified July 2026 against TNUSRB — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector section breakdown
The Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (65 Q)
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (pass 700/1000).
How Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector time strategy
With 65 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 111 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (65 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (65 Q)
- General Knowledge · 13
- Computer Awareness · 13
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 13
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Reasoning — Blood relations · 2
- Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic) · 1
- Reasoning — Number Series (squares) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (transitive) · 1
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector written exam · ~100-200 MCQ. General knowledge & current affairs, reasoning & mental ability, numerical aptitude, English/general studies and basic computer awareness. · Official language: English & Tamil.
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How Wrexa Edge prepares you for Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector
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Expert take: what Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector really tests
The Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector recruitment (TNUSRB) covers several streams (Taluk, Armed Reserve, Technical, Fingerprint) with no negative marking. A qualifying Tamil Language Eligibility Test (about 40%) is followed by a 70-mark Main written exam (General Knowledge and Psychology/General Ability, objective throughout — there is no descriptive paper), then qualifying Physical Measurement and Endurance tests, a marks-bearing Physical Efficiency Test and a Viva-Voce. It is a graduate-level post.
Preparation tips
- With no negative marking, attempt every question.
- Clear the Tamil Language Eligibility Test.
- Prepare for the viva, which the constable exam does not have.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Expecting a descriptive paper — the SI written exam is objective throughout.
- Overlooking the Tamil eligibility test.
Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Tamil Language Eligibility Test (qualifying, ~40%)
- ~100 questions / 100 marks
- No negative marking anywhere
- General Knowledge
- Psychology / general ability
- Objective throughout (no descriptive paper)
- PMT and Endurance Test (qualifying)
- Physical Efficiency Test (marks)
- Viva-Voce / interview
Where Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector can take you
A strong Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Sub-Inspector (Tamil Nadu)
- No negative marking
- Viva-Voce
- Graduate entry
Best books & official prep for Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector
- TNUSRB Sub-Inspector guides — Various
- Tamil Nadu GK and previous-year papers — Various
Official practice: Apply and prepare from the official TNUSRB notification on tnusrb.tn.gov.in; clear the Tamil eligibility test, prepare GK and psychology, and train for the PET and viva.
Previous-year papers: Previous TNUSRB Sub-Inspector papers are available.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector exam pattern?
- Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector Recruitment (Written Exam) contains 65 questions across 1 section: Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (65 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 111 seconds per question).
- Does Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector have negative marking?
- No — Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector?
- Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector written exam · ~100-200 MCQ. General knowledge & current affairs, reasoning & mental ability, numerical aptitude, English/general studies and basic computer awareness. · Official language: English & Tamil.
- How long is the Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector exam?
- Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector?
- Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector is split into: Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (65 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector written exam · ~100-200 MCQ. General knowledge & current affairs, reasoning & mental ability, numerical aptitude, English/general studies and basic computer awareness. · Official language: English & Tamil.
- What tools or aids are allowed during Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector test adaptive?
- No — Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3250 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 65-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector syllabus?
- The Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector syllabus maps to its 1 section: Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (65 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector?
- Eligibility for Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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