Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) 2026 Application Tools & Requirements
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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission conducts several competitive examinations every year for government jobs. Each exam, including Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I), requires applicants to upload documents such as photographs, signatures, and certificates that must follow strict size and format rules.
FreeApplyTools provides specialized tools for Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) applications including photo resizing, signature compression, age eligibility calculators, and document checklists. These tools are designed according to the official guidelines for 2026, ensuring your application is accepted on the first try.
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Document Checklist
Verify all category-specific documents required before you apply.
Photo Resizer
Strict 20–50KB crop. Guaranteed acceptance.
Signature Compressor
Format to 10–20KB. Enforces ink & layout rules.
Age Limit Calculator
Check category-wise eligibility instantly against official dates.
PDF Merge & Compressor
Combine multi-page marksheets into one PDF under 300KB.
ID Card Merger
Combine front and back of Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID into one exam-ready JPG.
Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) 2026 Application Overview
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission requires all applicants to upload scanned copies of their photograph and signature during the online registration process. These files must strictly conform to the 2026 notification guidelines, including exact file size limits, pixel dimensions, and format requirements. Failure to meet these specifications results in instant rejection at the upload stage.
Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) Photo & Signature Rules
Photograph
- File size: 20KB – 50KB
- Dimensions: 130 × 170 px
- Background: white
- MANDATORY: Candidate's Name and Date of Photography must be printed at the bottom (1.5 cm / 55 pixels). Candidate image occupies 3.0 cm (115 pixels) above.
- Must be a recent colour passport-size photo taken in a photo studio with white background.
- Resolution: 200 DPI. Save as 'Photograph.jpg'.
- Selfies, phone photos, family-function photos, and photos with nature/building backdrops are NOT allowed.
Signature
- File size: 10KB – 20KB
- Dimensions: 230 × 75 px
- Ink color: blue or_black
- Draw a box of 6.0 × 2.0 cm (230 × 75 pixels) on white paper and sign within the box using a blue or black ink pen.
- Resolution: 200 DPI. Save as 'Signature.jpg'.
Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) Age Limit & Relaxation 2026
Cut-off date: July 1, 2026
Minimum age: 21 years
Maximum age (General): 34 years
OBC, SC/ST, and PwBD relaxations apply per the official notification. Use our age calculator for your exact eligibility.
Common Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) Application Errors
Photo exceeds 50KB
The TNPSC portal blocks uploads above the limit. Use our photo resizer to auto-compress.
Signature in wrong ink color
TNPSC requires blue or_black ink. Our signature tool enforces correct formatting.
Missing documents at verification
Many applicants forget category-specific certificates. Use our document checklist to verify.
How to Apply for Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) Without Mistakes
Read our complete guide on filling the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission application form and mastering the document upload stage.
Popular tools for Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) applications include the Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) photo resizer, Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) signature compressor, and the Group 1 (Combined Civil Services-I) age limit calculator.
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