TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Admit Card (Hall Ticket) 2026
The hall ticket was released on 21.10.2026. The preliminary exam is on 01.11.2026 (Sunday) at 38 district centres.
Last updated: 23.10.2026
Hall ticket released — you can download it now
As per TNPSC Press Release No. 122/2026 (21.10.2026), the hall ticket for the Group 2 & 2A preliminary exam is on tnpsc.gov.in and tnpscexams.in. Download it from your OTR Dashboard by entering your Application Number and Date of Birth. The exam is on 01.11.2026 at 9:30 am.
Key facts
- Exam
- Combined Civil Services Examination – II (Group 2 & 2A)
- Notification
- 07/2026, dated 11.08.2026 (Addendum 7A/2026, dated 03.09.2026)
- Hall ticket
- Released — 21.10.2026 (Press Release 122/2026)
- Where to download
- tnpsc.gov.in or tnpscexams.in → OTR Dashboard
- You will need
- Application Number, date of birth
- Preliminary exam
- 01.11.2026 (Sunday), 9:30 am – 12:30 pm — 38 district centres
Figure 1 — Key stages of the Group 2 & 2A preliminary exam. Yellow dot = next stage.
How to download the hall ticket
- Open tnpsc.gov.in or tnpscexams.in and log in to your OTR Dashboard.
- Enter your Application Number and date of birth (as per TNPSC Press Release 122/2026).
- Download the Hall Ticket (Memorandum of Admission) PDF for the Group 2 & 2A preliminary exam.
- Check your name, photo, signature, exam centre, date and time.
- Print two clear copies (colour is better).
What if there is a mistake on the hall ticket?
If your name, date of birth, photo or exam centre is wrong, report it straight away through the Grievance / Contact Us section inside TNPSC's Applicant Login. The exam is close (01.11.2026), so do not wait.
- Compare the name and date of birth with your OTR profile
- If the photo or signature is unclear, change the print size and download again
- Centre changes are allowed only under TNPSC rules — personal requests are usually not accepted
Exam-day checklist
- Two copies of the hall ticket
- Original government photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
- Reach the centre at least 45–60 minutes early — late entry may be refused
- Mobile phones, smart watches and other electronic devices are not allowed in the hall
- Black / blue ballpoint pen — pencils are generally not allowed on the OMR sheet
Always read the instructions printed on your own hall ticket — they can change slightly from one exam to the next.
How to use the remaining days
The preliminary exam has 200 questions, 3 hours and 300 marks; the minimum qualifying mark is 90/300. The notification lists no deduction for wrong answers, but it does deduct 0.5 mark if a question is left blank on the OMR sheet — so answer every question. In the last days, timed practice with previous papers and mock tests usually helps more than starting new topics.
Next steps
Source: TNPSC Press Release 122/2026 (21.10.2026) · TNPSC Notification 07/2026 (PDF) · tnpsc.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the TNPSC Group 2 hall ticket released?
On 21.10.2026 (TNPSC Press Release No. 122/2026). The preliminary exam is on 01.11.2026 at 38 district centres.
How do I download the hall ticket?
Log in to your OTR Dashboard on tnpsc.gov.in or tnpscexams.in and enter your Application Number and date of birth.
Is there a separate hall ticket for Group 2 and Group 2A?
The preliminary exam is common to both, so one hall ticket for the one exam is expected. Check your OTR Dashboard to confirm.
What should I do if there is an error on the hall ticket?
Report it immediately through the Grievance section in TNPSC Applicant Login. The exam is close, so do not wait.
How early should I reach the exam centre?
The exam starts at 9:30 am; reaching at least 45–60 minutes early is recommended. Late entry may be refused.
Can I write the exam without a hall ticket?
No. Both the hall ticket and an original government photo ID are mandatory.