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(FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Syllabus_and_Exam_Pattern_for_TNPSC_CDPO_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Syllabus and Exam Pattern for TNPSC CDPO Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nationality:<\/strong> Must be a citizen of India.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years as on the last date of application. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government norms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Educational Qualification:<\/strong> Must possess a Bachelor&#8217;s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_Pattern\"><\/span>Exam Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The TNPSC CDPO Exam is conducted in two stages:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stage 1: Written Examination<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Objective Type:<\/strong> Multiple choice questions (MCQs)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 3 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total Marks:<\/strong> 300<\/li>\n<li><strong>Number of Questions:<\/strong> 200<\/li>\n<li><strong>Language:<\/strong> Tamil and English<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negative Marking:<\/strong> 1\/3 mark for each incorrect answer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Stage 2: Interview<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 30 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total Marks:<\/strong> 100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Final Selection:<\/strong> Candidates are shortlisted for the interview based on their performance in the written exam. The final selection is based on the combined score of the written exam and interview.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Syllabus_for_Written_Examination\"><\/span>Syllabus for Written Examination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The syllabus for the TNPSC CDPO Exam is divided into four papers:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Paper 1: General Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Current Events:<\/strong> National and International events, major developments in science and technology, sports, awards, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>History:<\/strong> Indian National Movement, Indian Culture and Heritage, Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Geography:<\/strong> Indian Geography, World Geography, Physical Geography, Human Geography, Economic Geography.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Polity:<\/strong> Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights and Duties, Union Government, State Government, Local Self-Government.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy:<\/strong> Indian Economy, Economic Planning, Poverty and Unemployment, Agriculture, Industry, Infrastructure, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Science and Technology:<\/strong> Basic concepts of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Environment and Ecology:<\/strong> Environmental Issues, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Sustainable Development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disaster Management:<\/strong> Natural and Man-made Disasters, Disaster Preparedness and Management.<\/li>\n<li><strong>General Aptitude:<\/strong> Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Decision Making, Problem-Solving, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Paper 2: Child Development and Pedagogy<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Child Development:<\/strong> Theories of Child Development, Stages of Child Development, Cognitive, Social, Emotional, and Physical Development, Learning and Memory, Individual Differences, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pedagogy:<\/strong> Principles of Teaching and Learning, Teaching Methods, Classroom Management, Assessment and Evaluation, Educational Psychology, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Early Childhood Education:<\/strong> Importance of Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, Play-based Learning, Language Development, Social and Emotional Development, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Special Education:<\/strong> Understanding Special Needs, Inclusive Education, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Paper 3: Social Welfare and Social Work<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Social Welfare:<\/strong> Social Welfare Policies and Programmes, Social Security, Social Justice, Poverty Alleviation, Women and Child Welfare, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social Work:<\/strong> Principles and Ethics of Social Work, Social Work Practice, Social Work Theories, Social Work Methods, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community Development:<\/strong> Community Organization, Community Mobilization, Participatory Development, Rural Development, Urban Development, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Human Rights:<\/strong> Human Rights Issues, Human Rights Laws, Human Rights Organizations, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gender Studies:<\/strong> Gender Equality, Gender Roles, Gender Discrimination, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Paper 4: Tamil Language<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Grammar:<\/strong> Parts of Speech, Tenses, Verbs, Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vocabulary:<\/strong> Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Proverbs, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Comprehension:<\/strong> Reading Comprehension, Passage Analysis, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Composition:<\/strong> Letter Writing, Essay Writing, Paragraph Writing, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Translation:<\/strong> Translation from Tamil to English and vice versa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sample_Questions\"><\/span>Sample Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Paper 1: General Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Which of the following is the largest state in India by area?\n<ul>\n<li>a) Rajasthan<\/li>\n<li>b) Madhya Pradesh<\/li>\n<li>c) Maharashtra<\/li>\n<li>d) Uttar Pradesh<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Who is the current Chief Justice of India?\n<ul>\n<li>a) D.Y. Chandrachud<\/li>\n<li>b) Uday Umesh Lalit<\/li>\n<li>c) N.V. Ramana<\/li>\n<li>d) Ranjan Gogoi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>What is the name of the first Indian satellite launched into space?\n<ul>\n<li>a) Aryabhata<\/li>\n<li>b) Bhaskara<\/li>\n<li>c) Rohini<\/li>\n<li>d) INSAT-1A<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Paper 2: Child Development and Pedagogy<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Which of the following is NOT a stage of Piaget&#8217;s theory of cognitive development?\n<ul>\n<li>a) Sensorimotor Stage<\/li>\n<li>b) Preoperational Stage<\/li>\n<li>c) Concrete Operational Stage<\/li>\n<li>d) Formal Operational Stage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>What is the main purpose of assessment in education?\n<ul>\n<li>a) To rank students<\/li>\n<li>b) To identify learning gaps<\/li>\n<li>c) To punish students<\/li>\n<li>d) To compare students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Paper 3: Social Welfare and Social Work<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Which of the following is a social welfare scheme for the elderly?\n<ul>\n<li>a) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana<\/li>\n<li>b) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana<\/li>\n<li>c) Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme<\/li>\n<li>d) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>What is the main principle of social work?\n<ul>\n<li>a) To provide financial assistance<\/li>\n<li>b) To promote social justice<\/li>\n<li>c) To control people&#8217;s behavior<\/li>\n<li>d) To maintain law and order<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Paper 4: Tamil Language<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Which of the following is the correct translation of &#8220;The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog&#8221; in Tamil?\n<ul>\n<li>a) \u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00af\u0087\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00ae\u00b4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u0081 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00b0\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00af\u0086\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00af\u00e0\u00af\u0088\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u008d \u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a3\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u009f\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf\u00e0\u00ae\u00b1\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081<\/li>\n<li>b) \u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00af\u0087\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00ae\u00b4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u0081 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00b0\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00af\u0086\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00af\u00e0\u00af\u0088\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u008d \u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a3\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u009f\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u0093\u00e0\u00ae\u009f\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf\u00e0\u00ae\u00b1\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081<\/li>\n<li>c) \u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00af\u0087\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00ae\u00b4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u0081 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00b0\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00af\u0086\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00af\u00e0\u00af\u0088\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u008d \u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a3\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u009f\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00ae\u00b1\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf\u00e0\u00ae\u00b1\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081<\/li>\n<li>d) \u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00af\u0087\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00ae\u00b4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u00aa\u00e0\u00af\u0081 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00b0\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u00ae\u00e0\u00af\u0086\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081\u00e0\u00ae\u00b5\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a9 \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00af\u00e0\u00af\u0088\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u008d \u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00ae\u00be\u00e0\u00ae\u00a3\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u009f\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf \u00e0\u00ae\u00a8\u00e0\u00ae\u009f\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00af\u008d\u00e0\u00ae\u0095\u00e0\u00ae\u00bf\u00e0\u00ae\u00b1\u00e0\u00ae\u00a4\u00e0\u00af\u0081<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Write a short essay on the importance of education in Tamil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_Tips\"><\/span>Preparation Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Understand the Syllabus:<\/strong> Thoroughly go through the syllabus and identify the important topics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refer to Standard Books:<\/strong> Consult standard textbooks and study materials for each subject.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice Previous Years&#8217; Papers:<\/strong> Solve previous years&#8217; question papers to get an idea of the exam pattern and difficulty level.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Join Coaching Classes:<\/strong> Consider joining coaching classes to get expert guidance and structured learning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time Management:<\/strong> Develop effective time management skills to complete the exam within the stipulated time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay Updated:<\/strong> Keep yourself updated with current affairs and recent developments in various fields.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Focus on Weak Areas:<\/strong> Identify your weak areas and work on them diligently.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mock Tests:<\/strong> Take regular mock tests to assess your preparation level and identify areas for improvement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay Calm and Confident:<\/strong> Maintain a calm and confident attitude during the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Resources\"><\/span>Important Resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>TNPSC Official Website:<\/strong> www.tnpsc.gov.in<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation:<\/strong> www.textbooksonline.tn.nic.in<\/li>\n<li><strong>Online Study Materials:<\/strong> Various online platforms offer study materials and mock tests for the TNPSC CDPO Exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Table_1_Exam_Pattern_Summary\"><\/span>Table 1: Exam Pattern Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Stage<\/th>\n<th>Type<\/th>\n<th>Duration<\/th>\n<th>Total Marks<\/th>\n<th>Number of Questions<\/th>\n<th>Negative Marking<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Stage 1: Written Examination<\/td>\n<td>Objective Type (MCQs)<\/td>\n<td>3 hours<\/td>\n<td>300<\/td>\n<td>200<\/td>\n<td>1\/3 mark for each incorrect answer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stage 2: Interview<\/td>\n<td>Descriptive<\/td>\n<td>30 minutes<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<td>&#8211;<\/td>\n<td>&#8211;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Table_2_Syllabus_Breakdown\"><\/span>Table 2: Syllabus Breakdown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Paper<\/th>\n<th>Subjects<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Paper 1: General Studies<\/td>\n<td>Current Events, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science and Technology, Environment and Ecology, Disaster Management, General Aptitude<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Paper 2: Child Development and Pedagogy<\/td>\n<td>Child Development, Pedagogy, Early Childhood Education, Special Education<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Paper 3: Social Welfare and Social Work<\/td>\n<td>Social Welfare, Social Work, Community Development, Human Rights, Gender Studies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Paper 4: Tamil Language<\/td>\n<td>Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Composition, Translation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. What is the eligibility criteria for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You must be a citizen of India and possess a Bachelor&#8217;s degree from a recognized university. Age limits apply, with relaxation for reserved categories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. What is the exam pattern for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The exam is conducted in two stages: a written examination followed by an interview. The written exam is objective-type with multiple-choice questions, while the interview is descriptive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. What is the syllabus for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The syllabus is divided into four papers: General Studies, Child Development and Pedagogy, Social Welfare and Social Work, and Tamil Language. Each paper covers specific topics related to the respective subject areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4. How many questions are there in the written exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There are 200 questions in the written exam, each carrying one mark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>5. Is there any negative marking in the written exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, there is a negative marking of 1\/3 mark for each incorrect answer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>6. What is the duration of the written exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The written exam is conducted for a duration of 3 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>7. What is the duration of the interview?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The interview is conducted for a duration of 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>8. How are candidates shortlisted for the interview?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates are shortlisted for the interview based on their performance in the written exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>9. How is the final selection done?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The final selection is based on the combined score of the written exam and interview.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>10. What are some good resources for preparing for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You can refer to standard textbooks, previous years&#8217; question papers, and online study materials. Joining coaching classes can also be beneficial.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>11. What are some tips for preparing for the exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the syllabus thoroughly, refer to standard books, practice previous years&#8217; papers, join coaching classes, manage your time effectively, stay updated with current affairs, focus on your weak areas, take mock tests regularly, and stay calm and confident during the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>12. When is the TNPSC CDPO Exam 2024 scheduled?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The exact date for the TNPSC CDPO Exam 2024 is not yet announced. It is usually announced on the official website of TNPSC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>13. Where can I find the official notification for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The official notification for the TNPSC CDPO Exam is released on the official website of TNPSC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>14. What are the important dates for the TNPSC CDPO Exam 2024?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The important dates for the TNPSC CDPO Exam 2024, such as the application start date, last date, exam date, etc., are usually mentioned in the official notification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>15. How can I apply for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You can apply for the TNPSC CDPO Exam online through the official website of TNPSC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>16. What is the application fee for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The application fee for the TNPSC CDPO Exam is usually mentioned in the official notification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>17. What are the documents required for the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The required documents for the TNPSC CDPO Exam are usually mentioned in the official notification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>18. What are the career opportunities after clearing the TNPSC CDPO Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clearing the TNPSC CDPO Exam makes you eligible for the post of Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) in the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>19. What are the responsibilities of a CDPO?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A CDPO is responsible for implementing various welfare schemes and programs for children in their respective districts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>20. What is the salary of a CDPO?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The salary of a CDPO is as per the government pay scale and varies depending on the experience and qualifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Syllabus and Exam Pattern for TNPSC CDPO Exam 2024 Eligibility Criteria Nationality: Must be a citizen of India. Age: Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years as on the last date of application. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government norms. 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