Tamilnadu 10th Exam Pattern 2026: Know Latest Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Exam On - 11 Mar '26 - 6 Apr '26

Updated on Dec 31, 2025 10:32 IST

By Salviya Antony, Senior Executive - Content

TN SSLC Exam Pattern 2026: The Tamil Nadu board will release the TN SSLC blueprint 2026 PDF. Students are advised to go through the TN 10th public exam blueprint 2026. The TN board will release TN SSLC blueprint 2026 for all subjects. Knowing the Tamil Nadu SSLC exam pattern 2026 will help students to get an idea of the marking scheme of the TN SSLC exam 2026.

They are advised to go through the TN SSLC exam pattern 2026 and prepare accordingly for the Tamilnadu SSLC exam 2026. The Tamil Nadu 10th time table 2026 was out in November 2025. TN SSLC exam 2026 will be held between March 11, and April 6, 2026. Tamilnadu 10th Board exams are conducted for subjects like Tamil, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Optional Language (Telugu, Arabic, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, Gujarati Sanskrit. French and Urdu).

Table of contents

TN SSLC Exam Pattern 2026
TN SSLC Preparation 2026
TN SSLC Syllabus 2026
TN SSLC Exam 2026: Last minute Prep Tips
FAQs on TN SSLC Pattern

TN SSLC Exam Pattern 2026

Check the TN SSLC pattern here.

Part	Subject	Paper	Maximum Marks	Minimum Marks to clear
Part I	Tamil	Paper I	100	35
Part I	Tamil	Paper-II	100	35
Part II	English	Paper I	100	35
Part II	English	Paper-II	100	35
Part III	Mathematics	-	100	35
	Science	-	100	35
	Social Science	-	100	35
Part IV	Optional Language Telugu, Arabic, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, Gujarati Sanskrit. French and Urdu	-	100	Not prescribed

Students must obtain a minimum of 35 per cent marks in each subject to pass the exams. Marks secured in the optional subject are not taken into account for the final calculation.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What if I fail in TN SSLC exam?

Students need not worry, if they fail in TN SSLC exam 2025. They can appear for the supplementary exam. The TN board will release the TN SSLC supplementary dates 2025 soon after the release of the TN 10th result 2025. TN SSLC supplementary exam will be held in June/July 2025.

Q: What is the passing criteria of TN SSLC exam?

Students need to score 35 marks out of 100 to pass in every subject in the TN 10th exam 2026. For subjects with practical, students need to score 20 out of 75 in theory and 15 out of 25 in practical examination. Marks secured in optional language are not considered for final TamilNadu 10th result declaration. Those who did not clear the TN 10th exam 2026 can appear for the TN 10th supplementary exam 2026. It will be held in June/July 2026.

TN SSLC Preparation 2026

Students must go through the Tamil Nadu 10th Preparations so as to improve their scores. Students must be thorough with the TN 10^th Syllabus as well as the exam pattern. They must chalk out a study schedule and prepare accordingly. They are advised to prepare well for the Tamil Nadu SSLC exam 2026. They can read the TN SSLC preparation tips given here.

Understand the TN SSLC syllabus and learn accordingly.
Learn the TN SSLC text books thoroughly.
Revise regularly so that they will not forget what they have learnt.
Practice previous years’ question papers.
Make short notes of every chapter.
Figure out weaker areas and concentrate more on them.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is Tamil Nadu SSLC exam evaluation strict?

Usually TN SSLC exam evaluation is liberal. In 2025, the overall Pass percentage was 93.8%. Most of the students clear the Tamil Nadu SSLC exam. The pass percentage of Tamil Nadu SSLC exam is higher as compared to other boards. Students need not worry about strict evaluation for Tamil Nadu SSLC exam.

Q: How do I handle Tamil Nadu 10th board exams pressure?

Students can read these ways to reduce your stress during exam.

Involve in games or any fun activities.

Take enough breaks during study.

Do meditation or yoga.

Stay positive.

Share with parents or teachers, if you are tensed.

Get medical help if needed.

TN SSLC Syllabus 2026

The Tamilnadu SSLC syllabus 2026 consists of chapters and topics for each subject along with the marks distribution. Students can check the pattern and marks distribution from the Tamilnadu Class 10 Syllabus. The question papers of Tamil Nadu Board are 100% based on the Tamilnadu SSLC syllabus 2026. So it is important for students to follow the syllabus. The TN 10th syllabus 2026 for each subject is provided on our syllabus page. Check them carefully and plan your studies accordingly.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Will TN SSLC exam based on 100% TN SSLC syllabus?

Yes, TN SSLC exams 2026 will be based on 100% syllabus. Students can check the TN 10th syllabus 2026 by clicking on the link provided. Students must finish with their syllabus and know the exam pattern well at least a month prior to the exam. This way they'll be better prepared for the exams.

Q: Is there reduction in TN SSLC syllabus?

There is no reduction in the TN 10th syllabus 2026. The Tamilnadu SSLC Syllabus is available in pdf format. Students planning to appear for the Class 10 TN exam are advised to go through the syllabus. They can download the syllabus and refer to it during their preparation for TN SSLC exams.

TN SSLC Exam 2026: Last minute Prep Tips

Do not get tensed.
Give importance to high weightage lessons.
Students should revise their short notes properly.
They should relax by engaging in sports/yoga/fun activities.
Stay calm and sleep properly.
Do not try to learn any hard topic just before the SSLC exam.

Commonly asked questions

Q: When will be TN 10th exam held?

TN SSLC exam 2026 will be held from March 11, 2026 to April 6, 2026. The TN 10th Public Exam Time Table 2026 was released on November 4, 2025. Tamil Nadu SSLC exam dates 2026 will be released on the official website - dge.tn.gov.in. Students are advised to check this page for updates on TN SSLC exam 2026. The Tamil Nadu 10th exams 2025 were conducted from March 28 to April 15, 2025.

Q: How can I clear TN 10th exam without studying?

If you do not have time to learn full syllabus, there are few tips to clear Tamil Nadu SSLC exam 2025. Learn questions from previous year question papers. Note repeated questions and learn them well. Learn important topics given by your teachers. Revise important formulas. These tips will help you to clear the Tamil Nadu SSLC exam.

FAQs on TN SSLC Pattern

Check faqs below.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What if I fail in TN SSLC exam?

Q: What are some helpful tips to prepare for the Tamil Nadu 10th board exams?

Tamil Nadu 10th Exam preparation tips include starting with stick to the Syllabus, learn the basic concepts etc. Regular revision and hard work is necessary to score high marks in the Tamil Nadu 10th exam. Solving the previous year question papers will boost the confidence of the students. It will help them to know the exam pattern. It also helps them to face the exam in a stress free manner. Students are advised to make a proper time table and follow it.

Q: Is the Tamil Nadu 10th exam difficult to crack?

Difficulty level of Tamil Nadu SSLC exam is relative and depends from student to student based on their preparation level. It also varies from subject to subject. exam is not very tough to crack if student does a thorough and strategic preparation. Through proper planning and preparation, students can easily clear SSLC exam. Regular revision is very important to score high marks in Tamil Nadu SSLC exam.

Q: How do you find the percentage of a Tamil Nadu 10th class result?

Many students do not know how to find percentage of marks obtained in TN 10th exams. First, divide marks by maximum marks. Then Multiply result by 100. Result gives percentage.

Q: Is it mandatory to practice TN SSLC previous year question papers?

Students should solve and learn the Tamil Nadu SSLC old question papers. Practicing the TN 10th question papers will help students to understand the type of questions in the TN SSLC exam. It helps them to improve their confidence.