TN 10th, 11th arrear, 12th exam timetable 2027 released: practicals from February 8
In short
- The Tamil Nadu 10th, 11th (arrear), and 12th Exam Timetable 2027 was released on October 14, 2026, by the School Education Minister.
- Class 12 theory examinations are scheduled from March 3 to March 29, 2027, with practicals from February 8 to February 18, 2027.
- Class 10 SSLC examinations will be conducted from March 17 to April 12, 2027, preceded by practicals from February 19 to February 26, 2027.
- Class 11 public examinations for arrear candidates will take place from March 5 to April 1, 2027.
- Hall tickets for Class 11 are expected in February 2027, with results anticipated in the last week of May 2027.
The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, released the public examination timetable for Class 10 SSLC, Class 11 arrear, and Class 12 HSE examinations for the 2026-27 academic year. The schedule was announced on October 14, 2026, at 12:30 PM by the School Education Minister.
This release provides the examination dates for students appearing in the upcoming public examinations, with specific timelines for practical and theory components across the different classes. The DGE Tamil Nadu is the authority responsible for conducting these examinations.
Tamil Nadu Class 12 Public Exam Schedule 2027
The Tamil Nadu +2 HSE theory examinations are scheduled to be conducted from March 3 to March 29, 2027. Before the theory papers, Class 12 practical examinations are set to take place from February 8 to February 18, 2027. The examinations will run from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM, including dedicated time for question paper reading and candidate detail verification.
The tentative result declaration date for Class 12 is May 7, 2027. The detailed subject-wise schedule for the Class 12 theory examinations has been released by the DGE, Tamil Nadu.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Board Name | Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu |
| Examination Name | Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Second Year Public Examination |
| Class | 12th / Plus Two / HSE +2 |
| Academic Session | 2026–2027 |
| Time Table Release Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Time Table Status | Released |
| Practical Exam Dates | 8 February to 18 February 2027 |
| Theory Exam Dates | 3 March to 29 March 2027 |
| Exam Timing | 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM |
| Result Date | 7 May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Time Table Format | |
| Official Website | dge.tn.gov.in |
| Exam Date | Day | Subject / Papers |
|---|---|---|
| 3 March 2027 | Wednesday | Part I – Tamil and Other Language Papers |
| 8 March 2027 | Monday | Part II – English |
| 12 March 2027 | Friday | Chemistry, Accountancy, Geography |
| 15 March 2027 | Monday | Communicative English, Ethics and Indian Culture, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Bio-Chemistry, Advanced Language (Tamil), Home Science, Political Science, Statistics, Nursing (Vocational), Basic Electrical Engineering |
| 19 March 2027 | Friday | Biology, Botany, History, Business Mathematics and Statistics, Basic Electronics Engineering, Basic Civil Engineering, Basic Automobile Engineering, Basic Mechanical Engineering, Textile Technology, Office Management and Secretaryship |
| 23 March 2027 | Tuesday | Physics, Economics, Employability Skills |
| 29 March 2027 | Monday | Mathematics, Zoology, Commerce, Micro Biology, Nutrition and Dietetics, Textile and Dress Designing, Food Service Management, Agricultural Science, Nursing (General) |
Class 10 SSLC and Class 11 Arrear Exam Dates
The Class 10 SSLC examinations are scheduled to commence on March 17, 2027, and conclude on April 12, 2027. Practical examinations for Class 10 will be conducted from February 19 to February 26, 2027. The tentative result date for Class 10 is May 20, 2027.
For Class 11, the public examinations covered in this schedule are specifically for arrear candidates, and these will be held from March 5 to April 1, 2027. The tentative result date for Class 11 arrear examinations is May 7, 2027.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Class 10 Examination | SSLC Public Examination 2027 |
| Class 10 Exam Dates | March 17 to April 12, 2027 |
| Class 10 Practical Exams | February 19 to 26, 2027 |
| Class 11 Examination | HSE First Year Arrear Examination 2027 |
| Class 11 Arrear Exam Dates | March 5 to April 1, 2027 |
| Class 12 Examination | HSE Second Year Public Examination 2027 |
| Class 12 Exam Dates | March 3 to March 29, 2027 |
| Class 12 Practical Exams | February 8 to 18, 2027 |
| Exam Date | Subject |
|---|---|
| March 17, 2027 | Tamil and Other Language Subjects |
| March 25, 2027 | English |
| March 31, 2027 | Mathematics |
| April 5, 2027 | Science |
| April 9, 2027 | Social Science |
| April 12, 2027 | Optional Language |
| Exam Date | Subjects |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2027 | Tamil and Other Language Subjects |
| March 16, 2027 | English |
| March 18, 2027 | Chemistry, Accountancy, Geography |
| March 22, 2027 | Mathematics, Zoology, Commerce, Microbiology, Nutrition and Dietetics, Textile and Dress Designing, Food Service Management, Agricultural Science, Nursing (General) |
| March 24, 2027 | Physics, Economics, Employability Skills |
| March 30, 2027 | Communicative English, Ethics and Indian Culture, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Biochemistry, Advanced Language (Tamil), Home Science, Political Science, Statistics, Nursing (Vocational), Basic Electrical Engineering |
| April 1, 2027 | Biology, Botany, History, Business Mathematics and Statistics, Basic Electronics Engineering, Basic Civil Engineering, Basic Automobile Engineering, Basic Mechanical Engineering, Textile Technology, Office Management and Secretaryship |
Expected Timelines and Exam Pattern for Class 11
While the detailed timetable for regular Class 11 public examinations is yet to be released, the expected timeline for its release is November 2026. Practical exams for Class 11 are anticipated in February 2027, with theory exams in March 2027. Hall tickets are expected to be released in February 2027, and results in the last week of May 2027.
Each subject in the Tamil Nadu 11th exam carries a total of 100 marks. For subjects with a practical component, theory marks are 70 and practical marks are 30. Non-practical subjects are primarily assessed through theory. The exam mode is a pen-and-paper written examination, and a minimum of 35% marks in each subject is required to pass. The subject combination typically includes one language paper, a compulsory English paper, and core subjects.
| Event | Date/Timeline |
|---|---|
| Timetable Release | Expected November 2026 |
| Practical Exams | Expected February 2027 |
| Hall Ticket Release | Expected February 2027 |
| Theory Exams | Expected March 2027 |
| Result Declaration | Expected Last Week of May 2027 |
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 100 marks per subject |
| Theory Marks | 70 marks for subjects with a practical component |
| Practical Marks | 30 marks for subjects with a practical component |
| Non-Practical Subjects | Primarily assessed through theory |
| Exam Mode | Pen-and-paper written examination |
| Passing Marks | Minimum 35% marks in each subject |
Hall Ticket and Result Information
The Tamil Nadu 11th Hall Ticket 2027 is expected to be released in February 2027, prior to the theory examinations. Regular students can collect their hall tickets through their respective schools, while private candidates can download them from the official examination portal. Students are advised to verify all details on their hall ticket, including name, registration/roll number, subjects, examination dates, examination centre, and instructions.
The Tamil Nadu 11th Result 2027 is expected to be announced in the last week of May 2027. Students should regularly check the official DGE Tamil Nadu website, dge.tn.gov.in, and school announcements for any updates regarding the timetable, hall tickets, examination dates, and results.
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