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Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) is all set to release the post of TNPSC DEO (District Educational Officer) in Tamil Nadu in 2022. Qualified individuals can apply for direct recruitment to the job of District Educational Officer in the School Education Department of the Tamil Nadu School Educational Service using the online mode.

The number of openings in this job is simply an approximation, and it may change depending on the official announcement. Applicants can register by going to the TNPSC website and filling out an application.

A District Education Officer is in charge of the whole district of a particular area. The District Education Officer serves as a government representative for the education sector. A District Education Officer is a gazetted officer in the Post "B" category, and the State Public Service Commission (PSC) of the individual state recruits District Education Officers. A DEO job includes handling all district-level administrative education services, such as appointment, policy development and management, promotion, attendance, inspection, and so on.

Latest Notification

TNPSC will release the official notification for the post of TNPSC DEO in January 2022. Applicants must visit the official site frequently for notification updates. The TNPSC DEO notice is an essential document that informs applicants about the exam, the number of vacancies available, expected dates for examination, syllabus, and registration procedures.

Registration

Applicants must apply exclusively online at www.tnpsc.gov.in / www.tnpscexams.net / www.tnpscexams.in /
Before applying for any position, you must complete the One Time Registration and Applicant's Dashboard. The applicant need only register once in the One Time Registration and pay a registration cost of Rs.150/-. One-time registrations are valid for five years from the date of registration. All applications must use the unique One Time Registration ID and password.
To apply for the One-Time Registration system, applicants must have a scanned image of their photograph, certificates, if applicable, and signature with a CD/DVD/Pen Drive.
Applicants who have previously registered under the One-Time Registration system may use their current user ID and password to construct the applicant dashboards in the new One-Time Registration system.
To alter the information in the application, applicants must enter their Unique ID and password.
Applicants who desire to apply for this position should use the same USER ID and PASSWORD that they used for ONE TIME REGISTRATION to click Apply against the recruitment advertised on the TNPSC official website.
Applicants should choose the post(s) and service(s) according to their interests.
Online applications without images, necessary papers, or a signature are subject to rejection.
Applicants can save or print their application in PDF format after submitting it.

Syllabus

TNPSC DEO 2022 syllabus covers the course for preliminary and main written examinations. Candidates must cover all topics on the syllabus because this position has a lot of competition and few openings. The syllabus for the Prelims and Mains Written examinations is as follows.

Syllabus for TNPSC DEO 2022 Prelims Exam

TNPSC DEO Preliminary Examination is an objective-based exam the purview of combined civil services-I.

Subject	Topics
General science	Physics General Scientific laws Scientific instruments Inventions and discoveries National scientific laboratories Science glossary Mechanics and properties of matter Physical quantities & standards and units Electricity and magnetism Electronics and communication Heat, light, and sound Atomic and nuclear physics Solid State Spectroscopy Geophysics Astronomy and space science. Chemistry Elements and Compounds Acids, bases, salts-Oxidation, and reduction Chemistry of ores and metals Different compounds Pesticides and insecticides Biochemistry and biotechnology Electrochemistry Polymers and plastics Botany The main Concepts of life science The Basic unit of life-Classification of a living organism Nutrition and dietetics Respiration Excretion of metabolic waste Biocommunication Zoology Blood and blood circulation Endocrine system Reproductive system Genetics the science of heredity Human diseases, prevention, and remedies Communicable diseases and non-communicable diseases Alcoholism and drug abuse Animals, plants and human life
Current Events	History Latest diary of events National symbols Profile of States Defense, national security, and terrorism World organizations Pacts and summits Eminent persons & places in the news Sports & games Books & authors Awards & honors Cultural panorama Latest historical events India and its neighbors Latest terminology Appointments-who is who? Political Science India’s foreign policy Latest court verdicts-Public opinion Problems in conduct of public elections Political parties and political system in India Public awareness & General administration Geography Geographical landmarks Policy on environment and ecology Economics Current socio-economic problems New economic policy & govt. sector Science Latest inventions in science & technology Latest discoveries in Health Science Mass media & communication
Geography	Earth and Universe Solar system Atmosphere hydrosphere, lithosphere Monsoon, rainfall, weather, and climate Water resources - rivers in India Soil, minerals & natural resources Natural vegetation Forest & wildlife Agricultural pattern, livestock & fisheries Transport & communication Social geography Population-density and distribution Natural calamities Disaster management Climate change - Impact and consequences Mitigation measures Pollution Control
History and culture of India	Indus valley civilization Vedic, Aryan and Sangam age Maurya dynasty Buddhism and Jainism Guptas, Delhi, Sultans, Mughals & Marathas Age of Vijayanagaram & the bahmanis South Indian history Culture and Heritage of Tamil people The advent of European invasion Expansion and consolidation of British rule Social reforms and religious movements India since independence Characteristics of Indian culture Unity in diversity India-as secular state Political parties and populist schemes Prominent personalities in the various spheres Arts, Science, literature, and Philosophy
Indian Economy	Nature of Indian economy Need for economic planning Five-year plan models-an assessment Land reforms & agriculture Application of science in agriculture Industrial growth-Capital formation and investment Role of public sector & disinvestment Development of infrastructure- National income Public finance & fiscal policy Price policy & public distribution Banking, money & monetary policy Role of Foreign Direct Investment WTO-globalization & privatization Rural welfare oriented programs
Indian National Treatment	National renaissance The emergence of national leaders Growth of militant movements -Different modes of agitation The era of different Acts & Pacts - World war & final phase struggle The early uprising against British rule Indian National Congress Communalism led to the partition Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle
Aptitude & Mental Ability	Collection, compilation, and presentation of data Percentage Highest Common Factor (HCF) (Lowest Common Multiple(LCM) Tables, graphs, diagrams Parametric representation of data Analytical interpretation of data Simplification Ratio and Proportion Simple interest Compound interest Area & Volume Time and Work Behavioral ability Basic terms, Communications in information technology Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Decision making and problem-solving
Logical Reasoning	Puzzles Dice Visual Reasoning Alphanumeric Reasoning Number Series Logical Number/Alphabetical/Diagrammatic Sequences

Syllabus for TNPSC DEO 2022 Mains Written Examination

TNPSC DEO 2022 Main written examination is a descriptive exam. Candidates who have cleared the prelim level are eligible for attempting the written examination. The following is the syllabus for TNPSC DEO 2022.

Paper	Subjects
Paper I - General studies	The modern history of India and Indian culture General Mental Ability Role & Impact of science and technology [In the development of India and Tamil Nadu]
Paper II - General studies	Emerging political trends affecting India Tamil Language Tamil society culture and Heritage Indian polity English Language Administration of Union and States in Tamil Nadu
Paper III - Education (Degree Std.) B.Ed., Course	Education Sociology Scheme S.S.A. & RMSA Curriculum Measurements and Evaluation Current trends and challenges in Education Innovation in Education Inclusive Education Information and Communication Technology Education Management Gender Sensitization Environmental Education Vocational Guidance Education Psychology Philosophy in Eastern, Education, and Western Education Health and Physical Education Distance and Open Learning Outreach Program Committee and Commissions in Education Human Rights & R.T.E. Act Learner /Learning The basic concept of Psychology

Eligibility Criteria

The TNPSC DEO eligibility criteria 2022 will come out very soon. Until the formal announcement arrives, candidates can utilize the qualifying standards from the previous year. The qualifying conditions are unlikely to alter much. Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions to take the TNPSC AAO exam. The qualifying criteria are as follows:

Educational Qualifications for TNPSC DEO 2022

TNPSC has established a special education certification requirement for District Educational Qualification. The academic requirements for individuals interested in participating in the recruitment process are as follows:

Educational Qualifications for TNPSC DEO 2022
Requirements for Education Teachers employed at recognized Aided Secondary Schools and Higher Secondary Schools, as well as Open Market candidates:	Master's Degree from any UGC-accredited university in the state or an equivalent degree in any of the following subjects, with not less than 50% marks in the Master's Degree Examination in any of the following subjects:- History, Commerce, Tamil and English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Economics, Geography. (Provided, however, that a candidate having an M.A. or M.Sc. degree, or an equivalent degree conferred under the grading system, shall not be deemed eligible for appointment unless the degree was earned with an "O" or "A" or "B" grade.) Any accredited university in the State's B.T. or B.Ed. degree, or a degree of equal level. Must have completed Parts I and II of an Intermediate or Pre-University program, or a Higher Secondary level, in Tamil.
Experience:	Teachers engaged in recognized Aided Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools must have a minimum of 12 years of teaching experience in a recognized school.

Age Limit and Relaxation for TNPSC DEO 2022

Candidates must fulfill the age requirement for a TNPSC AAO position. Each category mentioned below has different age restrictions.

Category of Applicants	Maximum Age
STs, MBCs/ DCs, SCs, SC (A)s, BC(OBCM)s, BCMs, and Destitute Widows of all castes.	No age limit
Others Category	Candidates need not be more than 30 years old for the open market. Teachers engaged in recognized Aided Secondary Schools or Higher Secondary Schools must be under 40 years.

TNPSC also offers age concessions to the following groups of people:

Category	Age Concessions
For Differently Abled Persons :	Differently Abled Persons are entitled to age concession of up to ten years over the stipulated maximum age restriction.
For Ex-servicemen:	Ex-servicemen maximum age limit- 48 years Previously employed ex-service to any class, service, or category will not be eligible for the age concession.

Physical Fitness Eligibility for TNPSC DEO 2022

Applicants chosen for the position will be required to provide a certificate of physical fitness in the following format:

Standard of vision	Form of Certificate of Physical Fitness
Standard-III or better	The form prescribed for Executive Post.

Applicants with poor eyesight should have an eye fitness certificate from a licensed optometrist.

Application Fee

The following table shows the application fees for applicants in various categories:

Details	Fee
Registration Fee	INR150/-
Preliminary Examination Fee	INR 100/-
Mains Written Examination Fee	INR 200/-

TNPSC provides fees concessions to MBCs/DCs, BC (OBCM) s, BCMs, SCs, SC (A) s, STs, Destitute Widows, Differently Abled Persons, and Ex-servicemen.
Demand draft, postal orders, and other forms of offline payment are not accepted.

Exam Pattern

TNPSC DEO exam has two stages – Preliminary Examination and Main Written Examination. Candidates should possess adequate knowledge of Exam Patterns to prepare efficiently for the exam. The exam pattern for TNPSC DEO Prelims 2022 Exam is as follows:

Particulars	Details
Type of Question	Objective-Based
Number of Questions	200
Subjects	General Studies
Maximum Marks	300 Marks
Duration	3 Hours

TNPSC DEO Exam Pattern for Mains Exam

For TNPSC DEO Mains, the exam pattern is:

Particulars	Paper I	Paper II	Paper III
Subject	General Studies	General Studies	Course of B.Ed
Nature of questions	Descriptive	Descriptive	Objective
Mode of exam	Offline	Offline	Offline
Number of Questions	200	200	200
Exam duration	3 hours	3 hours	3 hours
Maximum Marks	300	300	300

Eligibilty Criteria