Tamil Nadu SSLC Class 10 exam 2026 will begin on March 11 and continue till April 6 between 10 AM and 1:15 PM. Students are advised to check exam day guidelines and follow last-minute revision ideas to score good marks.
TN SSLC 2026 Exam from March 11
TN SSLC 2026 Exam: Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE) will be conducting Tamil Nadu Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exam from March 11, 2026. As per schedule, TN SSLC board exam for class 10th will continue till April 6, 2026. This year, over 9 lakh students are expected to appear for SSLC public examinations at various centres across Tamil Nadu.
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Officials have deployed thousands of teachers and flying squads to ensure TN SSLC exams are conducted smoothly and fairly. Students appearing for TN SSLC 2026 exam should check exam timings, schedule, guidelines and last-minute preparation tips to avoid any confusion on exam day.
TN SSLC Exam 2026 Highlights
Check table to know Tamil Nadu class 10th exam details
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
Tamil Nadu SSLC Public Examination |
| Conducting Body |
Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu |
| Exam Dates |
March 11 – April 6, 2026 |
| Mode of Exam |
Offline (Pen and Paper) |
| Exam Timings |
10:00 AM to 1:15 PM |
| Official Website |
dge.tn.gov.in |
TN SSLC Exam 2026 Subject-Wise Schedule
Students can check subject-wise Tamil Nadu SSLC exam dates below
| TN SSLC Exam Dates |
Subjects |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 |
Tamil & Other Languages |
| March 16, 026 |
English |
| March 25, 2026 |
Mathematics |
| March 30, 2026 |
Science |
| April 2, 2026 |
Social Science |
| April 6, 2026 |
Optional Language |
TN SSLC Exam 2026 Timings
Tamil Nadu exam session will start from 10 AM to 1:15 PM. Check table
| Time |
Activity |
|---|---|
| 10 to 10:10 AM |
Reading the Question Paper |
| 10:10 to 10:15 AM |
Verification of Details |
| 10:15 AM to 1:15 PM |
Writing the Exam |
TN SSLC Exam 2026 Guidelines
Students must follow exam day instructions mentioned below
- Entry to exam hall will not be permitted without TN SSLC hall ticket.
- Students should reach centre at least 30 minutes before the exam begins
- Verify details like registration number and subject on answer sheet before starting exam
- Strict monitoring will be carried out through invigilators to prevent unfair practices.
- Students should try to complete paper few minutes early and review their answers before submission
TN SSLC 2026 Last-Minute Preparation Tips
As exam is approaching, students should focus on quick revision and time management. Here are some last-minute tips
- Focus on important chapters, formulas and concepts from syllabus.
- Practising previous question papers will help improve speed and accuracy.
- Make quick revision notes for formulas, definitions and important dates.
- Follow a Proper Study Schedule
- Allocate time for all subjects instead of focusing on only one
- Avoid studying new topics at the last moment.
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