The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, is expected to release the Tamil Nadu 10th and 12th Public Exam Time Table 2026 soon. As per the latest reports, the schedule for the SSLC (Class 10) and Plus Two (Class 12) board exams will be announced by the end of October 2025 on the official website, dge.tn.gov.in. According to officials, the Tamil Nadu SSLC and HSC exams 2026 are likely to be held in March 2026, similar to the previous academic session. The detailed time table will be released by the Education Minister of Tamil Nadu during a press briefing before being uploaded online.
Tamil Nadu Board Exams 2026: Key Highlights
The board will publish separate timetables for Class 10 (SSLC) and Class 12 (HSC) students. Each schedule will mention the subject-wise exam dates, exam timings, and important day instructions for candidates.
TN 10th, 12th Public Exam Time Table 2026: Expected Dates
While the official dates are yet to be confirmed, the exams are expected to follow a similar pattern to the 2025 academic session.
The practical exams for Class 12 are likely to be held in February 2026, before the commencement of the written exams. Schools will issue separate circulars for internal and practical assessments.
How to Download Tamil Nadu SSLC, Plus Two Time Table 2026?
Once the Directorate uploads the official PDF, students can access the timetable by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official website — dge.tn.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click the ‘Time Table’ tab.
- Select the ‘TN SSLC/Plus Two Public Exam Time Table 2026’ option.
- The PDF file will appear on the screen.
- Download and save it for future reference.
Students are advised to print a copy of the date sheet and keep it for exam preparation planning.
Details Mentioned on TN Board Time Table 2026
The Tamil Nadu public exam time table will include the following details:
- Name of the examination
- Class (SSLC or HSC)
- Subject names and codes
- Date and day of each paper
- Examination timings
- Instructions for candidates
These details will help schools and students plan their academic revisions accordingly.
Important Instructions for Students
- Students must reach the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the reporting time.
- They should carry their TN Board hall ticket 2026 and valid school ID on each exam day.
- Use of electronic devices such as mobile phones or calculators will be strictly prohibited.
- The Directorate will issue separate guidelines for invigilators and schools to ensure smooth conduct of the examination.
About Tamil Nadu DGE
The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, conducts SSLC, HSC, and other state-level exams every year. Over ten lakh students are expected to appear for the 2026 board examinations across both classes. In the previous academic session, the TN Class 12 results 2025 recorded an overall pass percentage of 94.56%, while the SSLC results 2025 witnessed a pass rate of 91.19%.
