Group 1 exam is a competitive examination conducted by various state public service commissions in India for recruitment to various posts in the state administration. The exam is conducted in multiple stages, including a preliminary examination, mains examination, and interview. The exam pattern and syllabus may vary depending on the state conducting the exam. For example, the TSPSC Group 1 exam pattern consists of a preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview, while the APPSC Group 1 exam is bifurcated into three stages: a screening test/preliminary test, mains exam, and personal interview. Similarly, the TNPSC Group 1 exam is divided into three phases, including prelims, mains, and interview. The exam is considered one of the most prestigious exams in the state and attracts a large number of applications every year.