Tamilnadu 12th

Some students wish to clear their board exams without studying, however, please note that you will not be able to pass the TN 12th class without securing the minimum passing marks of 33 in all subjects and also 33 percent in aggregate.

In case you are unable to score the passing marks in one or two subjects, you can appear for the supplementary exams. You are advised to go through the TN 12th syllabus, and know the exam pattern so that you are able to score well in exams. Make notes of important points as you study. Stay positive and work hard so that you'll be able to pass with flying colours.

After completing your TN Class 12 in Science stream, you can appear for JEE Main,  NEET,  JEE Advanced,  BITSAT,  COMED-K,  IPU-CET,  AMU Entrance Exam,  AIIMS BSc Nursing,   AIIMS Paramedical and more. For detailed information on entrance exams after Class 12 Science, students can click on the link provided below:

Entrance Exams After 12th Science: Navigate Your Career

Yes, you can join B Tech through lateral entry admission. For this you have to do Polytechnic Diploma course from government authorized Polytechnic college. It is mandatory to pass 10th grade to join the 3 year Polytechnic Diploma course. Once you successfully complete Polytechnic course, you can appear for the Lateral entry entrance test and if you clear the entrance exam, you will get admission to second year of the B Tech course. 

Knowing the TN 12th syllabus helps you understand what topics will come in the exam. It helps in planning your studies better and avoiding unnecessary topics. You can also focus more on important chapters that carry more weightage. This saves time and improves your exam preparation. It also helps while practicing model papers and sample tests.

Subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology can be high scoring if you understand the concepts well. Regular practice, revision, and solving previous year question papers can help you score better. Subjects like English, Tamil also carry good marks if your grammar and writing skills are strong. Focus on your strengths but don't ignore weak areas.

To manage time well, make a proper study timetable and follow it daily. Start with difficult subjects when your mind is fresh. Divide your TN 12th syllabus into small parts and try to complete each part before the deadline. Keep enough time for revision and practice sample papers. Avoid distractions like mobile phones during study time.

Given below is the list of some of the entrance exams after the TN 12th Science for medical, non-medical, engineering, architecture and other popular fields. Apart from the ones listed below, there are many more. You can click on List of Courses after 12th Science to know more. 

1. JEE main
2. NEET UG
3. JEE Advanced
4. SRMJEEE
5. WBJEE
6. KIITEE
7. CUSAT CAT
8. NATA
9. HP CET
10. IPU CET
11. MHT CET
12. KEAM
13. BHU UET
14. AP EAMCET
15. TA NATA
16. VITEEE
17. BIT SAT
18. MET

The pass rate for the Tamil Nadu 12th board exam 2025 stands at 95.03%. Girls' pass percentage is 96.70%.  Boys' pass percentage is 93.16%. In 2024, TN 12th result pass percentage was 94.56%. The pass percentage was 94.03% in 2023. 

These are some 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 your anxiety with parents or teachers. Get medical help if needed.

Students who completed Class 12 Humanities stream have a number of UG courses to join. They can go for BA, LLB, BDes in Design, BSc in Hospitality & Travel, BJMC, BDes in Animation, BFA, BMM, Pshycology, etc. They can also join for mass communication, journalism, social work, anthropology, hotel management, etc. Check courses after 12th for Arts/Humanities students.