20/05/2025
Below is a comprehensive list of major entrance examinations conducted across India and specifically in Tamil Nadu. This list covers a broad range of sectors including central and state government recruitments, banking, defense, education, and various other specialized fields.
1. National (All India) Entrance Examinations
Central Government Recruitment Examinations:
UPSC Civil Services Examination:
Entrance for positions such as IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, etc.
Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination:
For recruitment into forest management and related services.
Indian Engineering Services (IES):
For engineering positions in various governmental departments.
Combined Defence Services (CDS):
For entry into the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force through training academies.
National Defence Academy (NDA) Examination:
For admission into the National Defence Academy and other military training institutions.
Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Examination:
For recruitment into police and paramilitary forces.
Banking Examinations:
IBPS PO/Clerk/RRB Exams:
For recruitment in various public sector banks.
SBI PO/Clerk Exams:
Specific to the State Bank of India and its subsidiaries.
RBI Grade B Officer / Assistant Exams:
For recruitment into the Reserve Bank of India.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Examinations:
SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL):
For various Group B and C posts across multiple ministries.
SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL):
For clerical and other entry-level positions.
SSC Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS):
For non-technical, support roles.
SSC Junior Engineer (JE):
For technical and engineering positions.
Railway Recruitment Examinations:
Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories):
For non-technical roles in the Indian Railways.
RRB Group D:
For clerical and support staff positions.
RRB JE/SSE (Junior/Senior Section Engineer):
For technical positions on the railways.
Defence and Paramilitary Examinations:
AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test):
For entry into various branches of the Indian Air Force.
Examinations for Indian Navy and Army:
Including roles such as SSR/AA for the Navy and soldiers, technical, or nursing roles for the Army.
Law and Justice Examinations:
CLAT (Common Law Admission Test):
For admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate law courses.
AIBE (All India Bar Examination):
For law graduates to practice as advocates.
Education and Research Examinations:
CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test):
For recruitment in government schools.
NET (National Eligibility Test – UGC/CSIR):
For eligibility for assistant professorship and awarding of junior research fellowships.
2. Tamil Nadu State Entrance Examinations
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Examinations:
TNPSC Group I:
For high-ranking administrative positions in the state.
TNPSC Group II/II-A:
For middle-level administrative and supporting roles.
TNPSC Group IV:
For various entry-level positions such as Village Administrative Officers (VAO), Junior Assistants, Typists, etc.
Combined Engineering Services Exam (CESE):
For engineering positions within various state departments.
Other Specialized Roles:
Exams for posts like Assistant Public Prosecutor, Agricultural Officer, and more.
Teachers Recruitment:
Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB):
For roles including:
Postgraduate Assistants (PG Assistants)
Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT)
Polytechnic Lecturers
B.T. Assistants (Basic Training)
Special Teachers
Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET):
For eligibility of teachers in the state school system.
Uniformed and Public Service Examinations:
Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB):
For roles such as:
Police Constables
Sub-Inspectors (SI)
Firemen
Jail Warders
Tamil Nadu Forest Services Recruitment (TNFUSRC):
For positions like:
Forest Guards
Foresters
Forest Watchers
Other Sector-Specific Examinations in Tamil Nadu:
TANGEDCO / TANTRANSCO Examinations:
For recruitment in various technical and administrative roles (e.g., Assistant Engineer, Junior Assistant, Technical Assistant).
Tamil Nadu Medical Recruitment Board (TNMRB):
For healthcare roles such as:
Staff Nurses
Pharmacists
Lab Technicians
Doctors/Specialists in government medical institutions.
Departmental Exams:
Various specialized exams (e.g., TNPSC Accounts, Statistics, etc.) catering to specific departments within the state administration.
3. Additional Specialized Examinations:
LIC AAO/ADO Examinations:
For recruitment into positions at Life Insurance Corporation of India.
FCI Exams:
For roles in the Food Corporation of India.
Examinations for PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings):
Including recruitment through GATE (for example, ISRO, DRDO, BARC, BEL, BHEL, ONGC, IOCL, etc.).
Other Technical and Scientific Recruitment Exams:
For positions in reputed organizations such as DRDO and ISRO.
Conclusion
These entrance examinations have a long-standing tradition and are integral to the recruitment process in India and Tamil Nadu. They uphold a legacy of merit and rigorous assessment, ensuring that candidates are evaluated fairly for each role. Each exam has its own eligibility criteria, pattern, and syllabus; hence, prospective candidates should refer to the official websites or announcements for the most accurate and updated details.
This structured approach reflects the traditional values of systematic evaluation and respect for established procedures in public service recruitment.
