TNTET 2025 Syllabus: Download PDF for Paper 1 & 2

Updated on Mar 20, 2024 15:48 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

TNTET syllabus 2025 is prescribed by the Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Tamil Nadu for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The TNTET syllabus differs for Paper 1 and Paper 2. The TNTET 2025 syllabus includes topics that are very helpful in examining the knowledge of the candidates in the respective papers. Candidates who are going to appear for the exam must study the basics of each topic and should have a clear understanding of each and every topic mentioned in the syllabus. For the ease of candidates, we have shared below the detailed syllabus for both papers.

TNTET 2025 exam comprises two papers, Paper 1 is for Classes 1 to 5 teachers, and Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 8 teachers. Let’s have a broader look at the TNTET syllabus 2025 below.

Q: What is the syllabus for TNTET exam?

The candidates who want to appear for the TNTET (Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test) must go through the syllabus to prepare for the TNTET exam. The syllabus for the TNTET exam has been given below for the candidates:

TNTET Paper 1 Syllabus:

Child Development and Pedagogy (relevant to the age group of 6 – 11 years)
Language I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu)
Language II – English
Mathematics
Environmental Studies

TNTET Paper 2 Syllabus:

Child Development and Pedagogy-relevant to the age group of 11-14 years (Compulsory)
Language-Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu (Compulsory)
Language II – English
- Mathematics or Science or,
- Social Science or,
- Anyone of the two mentioned above

Q: Is there any negative marking in the TNTET exam?

There is no negative marking in the TNTET (tamil Nadu Teacher Eigibility Test) exam. The TNTET exam is conducted for two categories. All the levels of the exam consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking for wrong answers, which means that candidates are not penalised for guessing the answer or attempting a question. However, it is important to note that candidates should try to avoid guessing and attempt only those questions for which they are confident about the answer, as it is the total number of correct answers that will determine their score and ranking in the TNTET exam.

Q: What is the marking scheme of the TNTET exam?

The marking scheme of TNTET exam is as follows: - The TNTET exam consists of multiple-choice questions, where each question carries one mark. - There is no negative marking for incorrect answers, which means that candidates do not lose marks for wrong answers. - The TNTET exam has a total of 150 questions, and the maximum marks that can be scored are 150.

To qualify the TNTET 2024 exam, candidates need to score a minimum of 60 per cent marks, which means that they need to score at least 90 marks out of 150. However, the content of the papers is different, and candidates need to appear for the paper that is relevant to their desired teaching level.

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TNTET Syllabus 2025
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TNTET Syllabus 2025: Download PDF

TNTET Syllabus 2025

Have a look at the overview of the syllabus below in terms of the TNTET exam pattern 2025:

Particulars	Paper 1 Exam Pattern	Paper 2 Exam Pattern
Number of subjects/sections	5	4
Names of subjects	Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu) Language-II (English) Mathematics Environmental Studies	Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu) Language-II (English) Mathematics and Science or Social Studies
Language of paper	Tamil and English	Tamil and English
Questions in exam	Based on topics prescribed in syllabus for Classes 1 to 5	Based on topics prescribed in syllabus for Classes 6 to 8
Difficulty level of questions in exam	Class 12 level	Class 12 level

Also Read: TNTET notification 2025

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the salary of TNTET qualified government school teacher?

In Tamil Nadu, the government school teachers' salary is based on the recommendations of the Government of India and the scales implemented by the Government of Tamil Nadu. The salary structure for teachers in Tamil Nadu is categorised into different scales or pay bands, such as the Central Pay scales and the State Government Pay Scales.
The exact salary of TNTET qualified government school teachers can vary depending on factors such as their qualifications, experience, and the specific pay scale they fall under. It's important to note that salary structures and pay scales may be revised periodically by the government, so it's advisable to refer to the latest official notifications or consult the concerned authorities for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding salary details. However the rough in hand salary for the TNTET government teacher is given below:

Lower Primary Teacher Salary: INR 54000
Upper Primary Teacher Salary: INR 64000

Q: Is TNTET Certificate valid for a lifetime?

The TNTET certificate is now valid forever. Ramesh Pokhariyal, Indian Education Minister has announced that the validity of the TET certificate is extended for a lifetime. Earlier the validity of the certificates was 5 years. Candidates qualifying for the TNTET exam will be the first batch of candidates with a lifetime TNTET certificate. They can apply for teacher recruitment in Tamil Nadu schools at any point in time till they fulfil the eligibility criteria fixed by the respective recruiting agency.

Q: When will the TNTET application form be released?

The Teacher Recruitmnet Board (TRB) will release the Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) application form along with the release of the notification PDF. The candidates who wants to appear for the TNTET exam must apply for the exam online from the official website- trb.tn.gov.in. No offline form will be considered by the TRB by any means.

TNTET Syllabus 2025

The detailed paper-wise and section-wise TNTET syllabus is given below:

TNTET Syllabus 2025 for Paper 1

The TNTET Paper 1 comprises topics from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Environmental Studies. Have a look at the TNTET Paper 1 syllabus below.

TNTET Subjects	Topics
Child Development and Pedagogy (Relevant to Age Group 6 - 11)	Part A - Child Development Unit-I: Physical and Cognitive Development Unit-II: Social and Emotional Development Unit-III: Physical & Intellectual Development (6 to 10 Years) Unit-IV: Social and Emotional Development (6 to 10 Years) Unit-V: Moral Development (6 to 10 Years) Part B – Learning Unit-I: Learning Unit-II: Types, levels and approaches to Learning Unit-III: Concepts and constructs Unit-IV: Factors Contributing to Learning Unit-V: Constructivist Approach to Learning Unit-VI: Learning and Knowledge
Language I	Language comprehension Speaking Reading Vocabulary Language Functions
Language II	Language comprehension Speaking Reading Vocabulary Language Functions
Mathematics	Number system Arithmetics Geometry Algebra
Environmental Studies and Science	Family and Friends Food Shelter Water Travel Plants

Also Read: TNTET preparation 2025

TNTET Syllabus 2025 for Paper 2

The TNTET Paper 2 comprises topics from Child Development and Pedagogy, Language-I, Language-II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies. Have a look at the TNTET Paper 2 syllabus below.

TNTET Subjects	Topics
Child Development and Pedagogy (Relevant to Age Group 11 – 14)	UNIT I: Nature of Educational Psychology UNIT II: Human Growth and Development UNIT III: Cognitive Development UNIT IV: Social, Emotional and Moral Development UNIT V: Learning UNIT VI: Intelligence and Creativity UNIT VII: Motivation and Group Dynamics UNIT VIII: Personality and Assessment UNIT IX: Mental Health and Hygiene UNIT X: Guidance and Counselling
Language I	Language comprehension Speaking Reading Vocabulary Language Functions
Language II	Language comprehension Speaking Reading Vocabulary Language Functions
Mathematics & Science	Number system Measurements Algebra Life science Geometry Practical geometry
Social Science	History Geography Civics Economics

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Commonly asked questions

Q: Which are the best books to prepare for TNTET exam?

The candidates who are preparing for the Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) exam are always gets confused with choosing the preparation books. We have provided the list of some of the best books below:

Child Development and Pedagogy: Kiran Publications
Books from TN Board
English Language, by Geeta Sahni
Quantitative Aptitude by R S Aggarwal
Environmental Studies- Wiley Publications
Social Studies by Disha Publications
Science books by NCERT

TNTET Syllabus 2025: Download PDF

Download the TNTET syllabus PDF for Paper 1 and Paper 2 below.

TNTET Paper	PDF
TNTET Syllabus PDF for Paper 1	Download Here
TNTET Syllabus PDF for Paper 2	Download Here

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Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the exam pattern for the TNTET exam?

The candidates can check the exam pattern of the TNTET exam in the table below:

Particulars	Paper 1 Highlights	Paper 2 Highlights
Exam mode	Offline	Offline
Number of subjects/sections	5	4
Names of subjects	Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu) Language-II (English) Mathematics Environmental Studies	Child Development and Pedagogy Language-I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu) Language-II (English) Mathematics and Science or Social Studies
Duration of exam	2.5 hours (150 minutes)	2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Total questions	150	150
Type of questions	Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs); 4 options with only 1 correct option	MCQs; 4 options with only 1 correct option
Total marks	150	150
Marking scheme	+1 for correct answer 0 for incorrect answer	+1 for correct answer 0 for incorrect answer
Language of paper	Tamil and English	Tamil and English
Questions in exam	Based on topics prescribed in syllabus for Classes 1 to 5	Based on topics prescribed in syllabus for Classes 6 to 8
Difficulty level of questions in exam	Class 12 level	Class 12 level

Q: Are NCERT books sufficient for the preparation of TNTET exam?

NCERT books can be beneficial for the aspirants in the initial days of preparation, especially for paper 1. However, it will not cover all the topics in detail. Sometimes TNTET exam covers a wide range from all topics and may the NCERT book will not cover the topics in depth. Therefore, the candidates are advised to go through the detailed books and other study materials. Additionally solving previous years' question papers are taking mock tests can also be helpful in preparing for the TNTET exam.