Background:laparoscopic groin hernia repair has gained wide popularity in surgical practice in the last two decades. Trans abdominal pre peritoneal (TAPP) and totally extra peritoneal (TEP) repair are standing head to head as the most common laparoscopic techniques for groin hernia.       Methods:This prospective randomized study was conducted between December 2013 and December 2015. Sixty male patients suffering from non complicated inguinal hernia were included. Patients were randomized into group A (TAPP) and group B (TEP). Intra operative variables and postoperative pain and complications  were recorded in a pre structured form Results:In TEP group patient had lees post operative pain, were able to resume their normal daily activities and spent less operative time than  TAPP group.  No significant difference in terms of Intra operative and post operative complications between both groups.  Conclusion:. TEP has a significant advantages over TAPP in reduction of  operative time and postoperative pain, which resulted in  earlier recovery and return to normal activity. Although both techniques seem to effective, TEP has a step over TAPP.