TPSC TCS (Tripura) Exam Pattern 2025

Tripura Civil Service Exam Syllabus 2023

The Tripura Civil Service Exam is a crucial examination that candidates must prepare for diligently. Below is a detailed overview of the syllabus for the upcoming 2023 examination.

Preliminary Exam

The preliminary exam marks the initial phase of the Tripura Civil Service examination. It primarily comprises multiple-choice questions to test the candidates' knowledge and aptitude. Below are the key subjects and their respective syllabi for the Prelims:

English Composition

• Questions on English Composition will cover:
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Use of common Phrase & Idioms
  • Use of appropriate Prepositions and Articles
  • Comprehension
  • Ordering of words in a sentence
  • Ordering of sentences
  • Spotting of errors
  • Use of appropriate and qualifying words

History of Modern India & Indian National Movement (1857-1947)

Topics covered in this section include:

• Emphasis on broad general understanding of the subject in its Social, Economic, and Political aspects
• Questions related to the Indian National Movement, focusing on:
  • The nature and character of the Nineteenth Century resurgence
  • Growth of Nationalism
  • Attainment of Independence

It is imperative for candidates to thoroughly comprehend and internalize these topics as they form the foundation of the Preliminary Exam for the Tripura Civil Service.

Mains Exam

• Details about the Mains Exam syllabus will be updated soon. Stay tuned for more information.
• For further information regarding eligibility criteria for the Tripura Civil Service Exam, candidates are encouraged to refer to the official sources provided by EduRev.

History

• In History, emphasis will be on broad general understanding of the subject in its Social, Economic and Political aspects. Questions on the Indian National Movement will relate to the nature and character of the Nineteenth Century resurgence, growth of Nationalism and attainment of Independence.

Geography of India

• Question on Geography of India will relate to Physical, Social & Economic Geography of the country including the main features of Indian Agriculture and Natural Resources

Geography, History & Culture of Tripura

• In Geography of Tripura, emphasis will be on its natural resources with special reference to its soil, forest, water and power. The period from 1857 to 1949 will be considered for setting questions on History of Tripura. There will be questions on different Tribes, Languages, Customs, Festivals, Important Historical sites etc.

Indian Polity and Economy

• Indian Polity and Economy will test the knowledge of the candidates in the Country's Political system and Constitution of India, Panchayatee Raj, Community development, Economic development during Plan periods.

Competitive Exam Topics

• Indian Polity and Economy

  Indian Polity and Economy will test the knowledge of the candidates in the Country's Political system and Constitution of India, Panchayatee Raj, Community development, Economic development during Plan periods.

• General Science and Environment

  Questions on General Science and Environment will cover general appreciation and understanding of science and environment including matters of everyday observation and experience along with general awareness of Information & Communication Technology as may be expected of a well-educated person who has not made a special study of any particular scientific discipline.

• General Mental Ability

  General Mental Ability questions will be set on logical perception, understanding, natural conclusion etc.

• Numerical Ability

  Questions on Numerical Ability will be similar to that of the Compulsory Mathematics paper at the Madhyamik Examination of Tripura Board of Secondary Education.

Questions on Numerical Ability

Questions on Numerical Ability will be similar to the Compulsory Mathematics paper at the Madhyamik Examination of Tripura Board of Secondary Education.

Mains Exam

The mains exam is the second stage of the Tripura Civil Service Examination. This section mainly consists of subjective type questions that require answers in the form of essays. Please refer to the details below:

Compulsory Subjects

• English Essay & Precis Writing
• Report Writing on Certain Incident
• Letter Writing (Official)
• Precis Writing

English Composition

• Comprehension of Any Given Passage
• Amplification
• Transformation of Sentences
• Synonyms
• Antonyms
• Paragraph Correction

Exploring EduRev's Literature Curriculum

• Group (a): Poetry

  • Ode to the West Wind: Shelley
  • Futility: W. Owen
  • The Lady of Shallot: A. L. Tennyson
  • In the Bazaars of Hyderabad: Sarojini Naidu
  • Heaven of Freedom: R. Tagore
  • Stopping by Wood: R. Frost

• Group (b) : Prose

  • After Twenty Years: O'Henry
  • The Shot: Pushkin
  • Toba Tek Singh: Saadat Hasan Manto
  • The Happy Prince: Oscar Wild
  • The Rocking Horse Winner: D. H. Lawrence
  • Shooting an elephant: G. Orwell

• General Knowledge & Current Affairs

  A. General Knowledge Tripura India World Popular Science Environmental Studies Simple Arithmetic Books & Authors Games & Sports

  B. Current Affairs Tripura North-East India World Aptitude Test

Constitution of India and the Five Year Plan

• The Constitution of India
• Salient features of the Constitution
• Citizenship
• Fundamental Rights and Duties
• Directive Principles of State policy

Constituent Elements of the Union Government:

• President
• Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers
• Powers and functions of the Parliament
• Union Judiciary

The State Government:

• State Legislature
• Council of Ministers - powers and functions

Relations between the Union and the States:

• Legislative
• Administrative
• Financial

Planning in India

• Definitions of Planning
• The Need for Planning
• The Genesis of development planning in India

An Overview of the Plan Period:

• First Plan to Sixth Plan - the Nehru Mahalanobis Strategy
• Agriculture versus Industry
• Role of Foreign Capital
• Poverty
• Unemployment

An Evaluation of the Plan Period:

• Seventh Plan to Eleventh Plan
• Agriculture versus Industry
• Role of Foreign Capital
• Poverty
• Unemployment
• Trend and Pattern of Expenditure in the Social Sector during Seventh Plan to Eleventh Plan

Decentralized Planning in India

World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO):

• Role of International Institutions in the Development Planning of India

Indian Polity and Governance

• The preamble, Salient features of the Constitution, Citizenship, Fundamental Rights and Duties, Directive Principles of State policy.
• Constituent elements of the union Government:
  • President
  • Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers
  • Powers and functions of the Parliament
  • Union Judiciary
• The State Government:
  • State Legislature
  • Council of Ministers- its powers and functions
• Relations between the Union and the States (Legislative, Administrative and Financial).
• Emergency Provisions, Local Self Government, Politics of defection, Election.

Planning in India

• Definitions of Planning. The Need for Planning. The Genesis of development planning in India.
• An Overview of the Plan Period- First Plan to Sixth Plan-the Nehru Mahalanobis Strategy – Agriculture versus Industry – Role of Foreign Capital – Poverty – Unemployment.
• An evaluation of the Plan Period- Seventh Plan to Eleventh Plan
  • Agriculture versus Industry
  • Role of Foreign Capital
  • Poverty
  • Unemployment
  • Trend and Pattern of Expenditure in the Social Sector during Seventh Plan to Eleventh Plan.
• Decentralized Planning in India
• World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO): Role of International Institutions in the Development Planning of India.

Optional Subjects

• Literature & Law Papers
• Bengali Paper I
• Bengali Paper II
• English Paper I
• English Paper II
• Sanskrit Paper I
• Sanskrit Paper II
• Law Paper I
• Law Paper II

Study Guide for University Examination

Arts & Commerce Papers

• Political Science I
• Political Science II
• Economics Paper I
• Economics Paper II
• Philosophy Paper I
• Philosophy Paper II
• History Paper I
• History Paper II
• Education Paper I
• Education Paper II
• Commerce Paper I
• Commerce Paper II
• Psychology Paper I
• Psychology Paper II
• Statistics Paper I
• Statistics Paper II
• Geography Paper I
• Geography Paper II
• Sociology Paper I
• Sociology Paper II

Science & Technical Papers

• Mathematics Paper I
• Mathematics Paper II
• Physics Paper I
• Physics Paper II
• Chemistry Paper I
• Chemistry Paper II
• Botany Paper I
• Botany Paper II
• Zoology Paper I
• Zoology Paper II
• Physiology Paper I
• Physiology Paper II
• Agriculture Paper I
• Agriculture Paper II
• Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science Paper I
• Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science Paper II
• Civil Engineering Paper I
• Civil Engineering Paper II
• Mechanical Engineering Paper I
• Mechanical Engineering Paper II
• Electrical Engineering Paper I
• Electrical Engineering Paper II

Tripura Civil Service Syllabus Exam 2023: Preparation Strategy

A candidate's success in the Tripura Civil Service exam heavily relies on effective time management and a well-thought-out preparation strategy. By allocating sufficient attention to all topics outlined in the syllabus, examinees can enhance their chances of performing well. Here are some essential tips to guide candidates through their preparation:

• Download the Tripura Civil Service exam pattern to familiarize yourself with the marking scheme, number of questions, and time duration.
• Establish a daily study routine dedicating at least 3 to 4 hours each day. Distribute your study load evenly during these hours.
• Acquire the official syllabus to identify the specific topics that require coverage.
• Access and solve the Tripura Civil Service Exam Question Paper from 2020 comprehensively to gain insights into the examination's question patterns. These papers are accessible on the official website.
• Allocate time for regular revision. Weekly reviews of previously covered topics aid in information retention.
• Engage in online mock tests post-preparation to evaluate your readiness for the actual examination.
• Assess the weightage assigned to each section in the examination pattern to prioritize focus on critical subjects.

Tripura Civil Service Syllabus Exam: Books for Preparation

Candidates should carefully select the Tripura Civil Service books for their exam preparation. Choosing the right books is crucial for enhancing the chances of success in the Commission's selection process. These recommended books serve as valuable resources for both building foundational knowledge and revising key concepts. Below are the essential books candidates can utilize:

General English

• Subject: General English
• Title of Book: Objective General English
• Author/Publication: S.P. Bakshi

Geography

• Subject: Geography
• Title of Book: Geography of India
• Author/Publication: Majid Hussain

Indian Polity

• Subject: Indian Polity
• Title of Book: Indian Polity for Civil Service
• Author/Publication: Laxmikanth

Indian Economy

• Subject: Indian Economy
• Title of Book: Indian Economy for Civil Service
• Author/Publication: Ramesh Singh

General Science

• Subject: General Science
• Title of Book: General & Environment Science
• Author/Publication: NCERT