Tamil Nadu SSLC Exam 2026 Begins Today, 9.09 Lakh Students Appear

The Tamil Nadu SSLC Class 10 public examination 2026 began on 11 March 2026 across various examination centres in the state. The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, is conducting the board exams for approximately 9.09 lakh students, including about 8.82 lakh regular candidates and more than 26,000 private candidates. The examinations are being held in a single shift from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM, and students are provided an additional 15 minutes to read the question paper before writing the exam.

Tamil Nadu SSLC 2026 Exam Schedule and Subject-Wise Dates

The Tamil Nadu Class 10 board exams will be conducted between 11 March 2026 and 06 April 2026 according to the official timetable released by DGE. Students appearing for the examination should note the key subject-wise exam dates listed below.

• 11 March 2026: Tamil / Other Language
• 16 March 2026: English
• 25 March 2026: Mathematics
• 30 March 2026: Science
• 02 April 2026: Social Science
• 06 April 2026: Optional Language

These subjects form the core curriculum for the SSLC examination conducted annually for Class 10 students in Tamil Nadu.

TN SSLC 2026 Exam Pattern and Mode

The SSLC board examination is conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode at designated centres across the state. The exam duration for each subject is three hours, excluding the reading time provided at the beginning of the paper. Students are required to answer questions based on the state board syllabus covering language, mathematics, science and social science subjects. The exam structure typically includes objective questions, short answers and descriptive responses.

Exam Arrangements and Guidelines for Students

Authorities have implemented several measures to ensure the smooth conduct of the examination across Tamil Nadu. Candidates must carry their SSLC hall ticket issued by their respective schools to enter the exam centre. Students are also advised to arrive early to complete verification procedures and follow the instructions provided by invigilators during the examination.