The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially declared the results for the preliminary stage of the Combined Civil Services Examination-II. This crucial announcement, made on December 22, 2025, marks the first major milestone for thousands of aspirants vying for 645 government posts under Group 2 and Group 2A services.
How to Access and Check Your TNPSC Prelims Result
Aspiring candidates who took the preliminary examination on September 28, 2025, must now verify their qualification status for the next round. The commission has published the result as a PDF document on its official portal, tnpsc.gov.in. It is important to note that this list contains only the registration numbers of successful candidates; individual scores have not been disclosed.
To check the result, follow this simple process:
- Navigate to the TNPSC's official website.
- Locate and click on the 'Results' or 'Latest Notifications' tab on the homepage.
- Find and select the link for 'Combined Civil Services Examination-II (Group 2 & 2A) Prelims Result 2025'.
- The PDF file will open. Use the search function (Ctrl+F) and enter your registration number.
- If your number is present, you have cleared the prelims and are eligible for the mains examination.
- Download and save the document for your records and future steps.
Key Details and Next Steps for Qualified Candidates
Alongside the result, TNPSC has released vital information regarding the subsequent stages of the recruitment drive. The preliminary exam served as the screening test for both Group 2 (interview posts) and Group 2A (non-interview posts). Success here means candidates can now focus on the main written examination.
The commission has scheduled the Group 2 mains exam for February 2026. It will be conducted in two parts on separate days:
- Paper I: Tamil Eligibility Test - This is a qualifying paper scheduled for February 8, 2026 (Afternoon session).
- Paper II: General Studies - This paper's score will be used for preparing the final merit list. It is set for February 22, 2026 (Forenoon session).
Candidates must clear the mains exam to proceed to the final stage of selection, which for Group 2 posts includes an interview. TNPSC has also outlined the important schedules for fee payment and document submission, which qualified aspirants must adhere to strictly.
What This Means for Government Job Aspirants in Tamil Nadu
The release of the prelims result sets in motion the final phases of a significant recruitment process for the state administration. With hundreds of posts across various departments up for grabs, competition is intense. Candidates who find their registration numbers in the PDF should immediately begin rigorous preparation for the General Studies paper, as it will be decisive for the final ranking.
Those who did not qualify this time can analyze their performance and start preparing for future notifications. The entire process underscores TNPSC's structured approach to selecting competent individuals for Tamil Nadu's civil services, ensuring a transparent and merit-based pathway to coveted government careers.
