TNUSRB Exams – Complete Guide

1. What is TNUSRB Exam?

• Conducted by Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB).
• It recruits candidates for Police, Fire & Rescue, and Prison Services.
• Covers Police Constables, Sub-Inspectors, Jail Warders, Firemen, and other uniformed posts.
• Exams include written test, physical tests, medical test, and certificate verification.

2. Posts under TNUSRB (Job List & Salary)

(a) Police Department

• Sub-Inspector of Police (SI)
• Grade II Police Constable
• Jail Warder (Grade II)
• Fireman

(b) Fire & Rescue Services

• Fireman

(c) Prison Department

• Jail Warder (Grade II)

Salary Range (Approx.)

💰 In-hand salary:

• SI → ₹40,000 – ₹60,000
• Constable / Jail Warder / Fireman → ₹22,000 – ₹35,000

📈 Promotions:

• Constable → Head Constable → Sub-Inspector → Inspector → DSP → Additional SP.
• SI → Inspector → Deputy Superintendent of Police → Superintendent of Police.

3. Eligibility Criteria

(a) Nationality

• Must be an Indian citizen.

(b) Age Limit (as per latest notifications)

• General (OC): 18 – 24 years (Constable, Fireman, Warder).
• Reserved Categories (BC/MBC/SC/ST): up to 29 years.
• Ex-Servicemen, Destitute Widows, Police Dept. candidates: up to 45 years.
• For Sub-Inspector (SI): 20 – 30 years (relaxations apply).

(c) Educational Qualification

• Constable / Jail Warder / Fireman: Minimum 10th Pass (SSLC).
• Sub-Inspector (SI): Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline).

(d) Tamil Proficiency

• Must have studied Tamil in 10th/12th OR pass TNUSRB Tamil Language Test.

4. Selection Process

TNUSRB has different selection stages for Constables and SIs:

(a) Constable, Jail Warder, Fireman

1. Written Exam – Objective test (150 marks).
2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT) – Height, chest (for men).
3. Endurance Test (ET) – Running (400m, 1500m).
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Long jump, rope climbing, running, etc.
5. Certificate Verification.

👉 Final Merit = Written Exam + PET Marks + Community/Quota reservation.

(b) Sub-Inspector (SI)

1. Written Exam (Paper I & II).
   • Paper I: Tamil Eligibility Test (100 marks, qualifying).
   • Paper II: General Studies + Psychology (70 + 30 = 100 marks).
2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT).
3. Endurance Test (ET).
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (marks awarded).
5. Certificate Verification & Viva-Voce (Interview) – 10 marks.

👉 Final Merit = Written (100) + PET (15) + Viva (10) = 125 Marks.

5. Exam Pattern

(a) Constable / Fireman / Jail Warder (Written Exam)

• Total Marks: 150
• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Subjects:
  • General Knowledge (History, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs) – 80 Qs
  • Psychology (Reasoning, Mental Ability) – 70 Qs

(b) Sub-Inspector (Written Exam)

• Paper I (Tamil Eligibility Test) → 100 Qs (Qualifying only).
• Paper II (GS + Psychology) → 100 Qs (70+30).
• Duration: 2.5 hours.

6. Physical Standards

(a) Height Requirement

• Men (OC/BC/MBC): 170 cm
• Men (SC/ST): 167 cm
• Women (OC/BC/MBC): 159 cm
• Women (SC/ST): 157 cm

(b) Chest (Men only)

• Normal: 81 cm
• Expansion: 5 cm

(c) Physical Tests

• Men: Running (1500m in 7 min), Long Jump, Shot Put, High Jump.
• Women: Running (400m in 2 min 30 sec), Throw Ball, Long Jump.

7. Application Process

1. Visit tnusrb.tn.gov.in.
2. Register online and create login.
3. Apply for desired post (Constable, Fireman, SI, etc.).
4. Application Fee: ₹250 (all categories).

8. Resources & Book Suggestions

• Tamil Nadu State Board (6–12th) → History, Science, Geography, Civics.
• Aptitude & Reasoning → R.S. Aggarwal.
• TNUSRB Guides → Sura’s / Sakthi / Magme’s Police Exam Books.
• Current Affairs → Dinamani, The Hindu, monthly GK magazines.
• Physical Training → Regular running & exercise practice.

9. Summary Table

10. Quick Reference

• What → Tamil Nadu Police & Uniformed Services Recruitment Exam.
• Whom → 10th pass (Constables) & Graduates (SI).
• When → Notification almost every year.
• Where → Apply at tnusrb.tn.gov.in; Exams across Tamil Nadu.
• Why → Prestigious govt. service with uniformed authority.
• Which → Constable, SI, Fireman, Jail Warder.
• How → Prepare TN Board books, practice aptitude, train physically.
• How Much → Fee ₹250; Prep time 6–12 months.

11. Preparation Strategy

Step 1 – Written Exam

• Cover TN 6–12th books + current affairs.
• Practice psychology & reasoning questions.

Step 2 – Physical Fitness

• Regular running (1500m for men / 400m for women).
• Practice long jump, rope climbing, shot put.

Step 3 – Mock Practice

• Solve previous year papers.
• Take online mock exams for speed.

Step 4 – Interview (For SI only)

• Stay updated with current affairs.
• Develop confidence, clarity, and leadership qualities.

12. Why Choose TNUSRB Jobs?

• Prestige & Discipline → Police uniform commands respect.
• Career Growth → Constable to SP levels (with promotions).
• Salary & Benefits → ₹22,000–₹60,000 + allowances, pension.
• Service to Society → Direct involvement in law & order.
• Job Security → Permanent state govt. job.

✅ In short:

• Posts → Constable, Fireman, Jail Warder, Sub-Inspector.
• Salary → ₹22,000 – ₹60,000.
• Selection → Written Exam + Physical Tests (+ Interview for SI).
• Best Prep → TN textbooks, Reasoning, Current Affairs, Physical fitness.