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Tamil Nadu Police SI key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) |
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| 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 SI?
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 SI section breakdown
The Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 General Knowledge (15 Q)
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Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
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Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
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Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
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Current Affairs (20 Q)
Marking scheme
+1 per correct. Try your score.
Strategy: Tamil Nadu Police SI has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Tamil Nadu Police SI (out of 100).
How Tamil Nadu Police SI is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Tamil Nadu Police SI time strategy
With 100 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 54 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Tamil Nadu General Knowledge (15 Q)
- Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
- Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
- Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
- Current Affairs (20 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 SI topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Tamil Nadu Police SI, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Tamil Nadu General Knowledge (15 Q)
- GK-TN — History · 6
- GK-TN — Polity · 4
- GK-TN — Culture · 3
- GK-TN — Economy · 2
Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
- Indian Polity · 22
Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
- Reasoning — Analogy · 7
- Reasoning — Classification · 6
- Reasoning — Number Logic · 4
- Reasoning — Verbal Logic · 3
- Reasoning — Clock · 1
- Reasoning — Coding–Decoding · 1
Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
- Quant — Mensuration · 5
- Quant — Interest · 4
- Quant — Number Series · 4
- Quant — Average · 2
- Quant — Ratio & Proportion · 2
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 1
- Quant — Ages · 1
- Quant — Mixtures · 1
Current Affairs (20 Q)
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 20
Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering Tamil Nadu & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's Tamil Nadu Police SI bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
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Expert take: what Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 SI 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 SI can take you
A strong Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 SI
- 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.
Sample Tamil Nadu Police SI practice questions
5 questions taken from the Tamil Nadu Police SI mock tests on Wrexa Edge. Try each one, then reveal the answer.
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Q1. Sivakasi in Tamil Nadu is a major centre for:
- Silk weaving and dyeing
- Leather tanning
- Fireworks and matches
- Tea processing
Show answer
Answer: C — Fireworks and matches
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Q2. A Financial Emergency is declared under Article:
- 352
- 356
- 360 (never invoked in India)
- 365
Show answer
Answer: C — 360 (never invoked in India)
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Q3. On selling 17 balls for ₹720 there is a loss equal to the cost of 5 balls. The cost of one ball is:
- ₹45
- ₹50
- ₹60
- ₹55
Show answer
Answer: C — ₹60
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Q4. Neyveli in Tamil Nadu is known for the mining of:
- Bauxite
- Mica
- Iron ore
- Lignite
Show answer
Answer: D — Lignite
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Q5. The first session of the Constituent Assembly was held on:
- 15 August 1947
- 26 January 1950
- 11 December 1946
- 9 December 1946
Show answer
Answer: D — 9 December 1946
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Tamil Nadu Police SI exam pattern?
- Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Written Examination contains 100 questions across 5 sections: Tamil Nadu General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 54 seconds per question).
- Does Tamil Nadu Police SI have negative marking?
- No — Tamil Nadu Police SI has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Tamil Nadu Police SI scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. Tamil Nadu Police SI (out of 100).
- How can I practise Tamil Nadu Police SI online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you a free full-length Tamil Nadu Police SI mock test — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock that never expires. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Tamil Nadu Police SI?
- Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering Tamil Nadu & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the Tamil Nadu Police SI exam?
- Tamil Nadu Police SI runs for 90 minutes total across 5 sections. 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 SI?
- Tamil Nadu Police SI is split into: Tamil Nadu General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Tamil Nadu Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering Tamil Nadu & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during Tamil Nadu Police SI?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the Tamil Nadu Police SI test adaptive?
- No — Tamil Nadu Police SI is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Tamil Nadu Police SI mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Tamil Nadu Police SI variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first one free for everyone and 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Tamil Nadu Police SI test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Tamil Nadu Police SI test series for 2026 gives you a free full-length mock test (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Tamil Nadu Police SI previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Tamil Nadu Police SI mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Tamil Nadu Police SI mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 SI mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 SI syllabus?
- The Tamil Nadu Police SI syllabus maps to its 5 sections: Tamil Nadu General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 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 SI?
- 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. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Tamil Nadu Police SI practice: a free full-length mock in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Tamil Nadu Police SI exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Tamil Nadu Police SI 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 a free Tamil Nadu Police SI mock with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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