The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key 2025 on 21st July 2025. Candidates who appeared for the TNPSC Group 4 Examination can now access the provisional answer key to review their responses and estimate their performance.
This article provides complete details including the download process, objection submission guidelines, and marking scheme. Candidates are advised to review the official documents carefully and take appropriate action before the deadline.
Overview of TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key 2025
The TNPSC Group 4 examination was conducted on 12th July 2025 in an offline mode. The provisional answer key has been made available on the official website – www.tnpsc.gov.in. This key contains correct responses for the following papers:
- General Studies
- Aptitude and Mental Ability Test
- General Tamil or General English
Candidates can challenge any discrepancies in the answer key until 28th July 2025 (5:45 PM).
Key Highlights
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam Date | 12th July 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 21st July 2025 |
| Objection Deadline | 28th July 2025 (up to 5:45 PM) |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
How to Download TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key 2025
Follow the steps below to download your answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the official TNPSC website: www.tnpsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, navigate to the “Answer Keys” section.
- Search for “TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key – Written Exam held on 12.07.2025”.
- Click on the relevant link based on your subject (General Tamil/General English).
- The answer key will be available in PDF format.
- Download and save the file for reference.
Raise Objections to TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key
Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can submit objections online. Only those who appeared for the exam are eligible to raise objections.
Steps to Raise Objections:
- Go to www.tnpsc.gov.in
- Click on the “Recruitment” tab on the homepage.
- Select Question Papers / Answer Keys > Objective Type with Answer Keys
- Look for “COMBINED CIVIL SERVICES EXAMINATION – IV IN GROUP IV SERVICES” dated 21.07.2025
- Choose the appropriate subject (General English or Tamil) you wish to challenge.
- Click on the “Key Challenge” link.
- Submit your objection with valid justification and supporting documents.
- Pay the required objection fee, if applicable.
Note: Objections submitted after 28th July 2025 will not be considered.
TNPSC Group 4 Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subjects Included | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| Paper 2 | General Studies (75), Aptitude & Mental Ability (25) | 100 | 150 |
- Total Marks: 300 (Paper 1 + Paper 2)
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 90 marks
- Negative Marking: There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Vacancies and Selection Process
The TNPSC Group 4 examination is being conducted for the recruitment of 8,932 vacancies (as revised) in the following posts:
- Junior Assistant (Non-Security & Security)
- Bill Collector Grade-I
- Village Administrative Officer
- Field Surveyor
- Draftsman
- Typist and Steno-Typist (Grade III)
Selection Stages:
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Document Verification
Final selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in the written exam, subject to document verification.
Important Links
| Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
| TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key 2025 PDF – Paper 1 | Click to Download |
| TNPSC Group 4 Answer Key 2025 PDF – Paper 2 | Click to Download |
| Raise Objection Portal | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the answer key is available for both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
No, the exam does not include negative marking for incorrect answers.
