TNPSC Group 2 / 2A (CCSE-II) — Preliminary — Free Online Mock Test
TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Prelims · 200 Q · 3h · 300 marks · +1.5 per correct, NO negative marking (per official TNPSC blueprint). General Studies — degree standard (175 Q, incl. TN-specific GK) + Aptitude & Mental Ability — SSLC standard (25 Q). Paper in Tamil or English medium; General Tamil/English eligibility is tested in the Group 2 Mains, not Prelims. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Intermediate
India
Government & Civil Service
200 questions
180 min
50 distinct variants
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TNPSC Group 2 exam at a glance
TNPSC Group 2 section breakdown
The TNPSC Group 2 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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General Studies (175 Q · degree standard)
175 questions · 150 minutes · ~51 sec/question
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Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard)
25 questions · 30 minutes · ~72 sec/question
TNPSC Group 2 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: TNPSC Group 2 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: TNPSC Group 2/2A (out of 300).
How TNPSC Group 2 is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
TNPSC Group 2 time strategy
With 200 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 54 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
General Studies (175 Q · degree standard)
Target ~51 sec/question. If a question takes more than 77 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
TNPSC Group 2 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of TNPSC Group 2, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
General Studies (175 Q · degree standard)
- Tamil Nadu GK · 40
- Indian Polity · 30
- Indian History · 28
- Biology — Fundamentals · 22
- General Knowledge · 20
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 18
- Banking & Economy · 17
Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard)
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Algebra — Quadratics · 1
- Algebra — Systems · 1
- Algebra — Exponents · 1
- Algebra — Inequalities · 1
- Algebra — Functions · 1
- Geometry — Circles · 1
- Geometry — Triangles · 1
Sample TNPSC Group 2 questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge TNPSC Group 2 bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
General Studies (175 Q · degree standard) · Tamil Nadu GK
Q1. The state tree of Tamil Nadu is:
Why: Correct answer: D — Palmyra Palm (Panai). Topic: Tamil Nadu GK.
Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard) · Algebra — Quadratics
Q2. One solution of x² - 9x + 20 = 0 is:
Why: Factors as (x - 4)(x - 5) = 0.
General Studies (175 Q · degree standard) · Tamil Nadu GK
Q3. Tamil Nadu is bordered to the south by which body of water:
Why: Correct answer: A — Indian Ocean (Gulf of Mannar / Palk Strait). Topic: Tamil Nadu GK.
Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard) · Algebra — Systems
Q4. If x + y = 19 and x - y = 1, what is x?
Why: Adding: 2x = 20 → x = 10.
General Studies (175 Q · degree standard) · Tamil Nadu GK
Q5. The highest peak in Tamil Nadu is:
Why: Correct answer: B — Doddabetta (Nilgiris). Topic: Tamil Nadu GK.
Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard) · Algebra — Exponents
Q6. Simplify: 2^6 × 2^7 =
Why: Same base: add exponents.
These are a handful of the 10000 unique TNPSC Group 2 questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
TNPSC Group 2 difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Prelims · 200 Q · 3h · 300 marks · +1.5 per correct, NO negative marking (per official TNPSC blueprint). General Studies — degree standard (175 Q, incl. TN-specific GK) + Aptitude & Mental Ability — SSLC standard (25 Q). Paper in Tamil or English medium; General Tamil/English eligibility is tested in the Group 2 Mains, not Prelims. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's TNPSC Group 2 bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for TNPSC Group 2
Real test-day interface
Our dense-grid skin mirrors the actual TNPSC Group 2 testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
10000 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the TNPSC Group 2 exam pattern?
- TNPSC Group 2 / 2A (CCSE-II) — Preliminary contains 200 questions across 2 sections: General Studies (175 Q · degree standard), Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 54 seconds per question).
- Does TNPSC Group 2 have negative marking?
- No — TNPSC Group 2 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1.5 marks, so attempt every question.
- How is TNPSC Group 2 scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 300. TNPSC Group 2/2A (out of 300).
- How can I practise TNPSC Group 2 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge offers free full-length TNPSC Group 2 mock tests with instant scoring, detailed explanations, and 50 distinct variants. Sign up for free at Wrexa Edge and start practising in under a minute — no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of TNPSC Group 2?
- TNPSC Group 2 is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Prelims · 200 Q · 3h · 300 marks · +1.5 per correct, NO negative marking (per official TNPSC blueprint). General Studies — degree standard (175 Q, incl. TN-specific GK) + Aptitude & Mental Ability — SSLC standard (25 Q). Paper in Tamil or English medium; General Tamil/English eligibility is tested in the Group 2 Mains, not Prelims. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the TNPSC Group 2 exam?
- TNPSC Group 2 runs for 180 minutes total across 2 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in TNPSC Group 2?
- TNPSC Group 2 is split into: General Studies (175 Q · degree standard), Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Q · SSLC standard). Each section is timed and weighted separately. TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Prelims · 200 Q · 3h · 300 marks · +1.5 per correct, NO negative marking (per official TNPSC blueprint). General Studies — degree standard (175 Q, incl. TN-specific GK) + Aptitude & Mental Ability — SSLC standard (25 Q). Paper in Tamil or English medium; General Tamil/English eligibility is tested in the Group 2 Mains, not Prelims. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during TNPSC Group 2?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the TNPSC Group 2 test adaptive?
- No — TNPSC Group 2 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many TNPSC Group 2 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct TNPSC Group 2 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options. That's 10000 unique practice questions you can attempt, all in the real test-day interface, free to start.
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