TN TET 2026 Registration Opens for Working Teachers on Official TRB Portal

The registration portal for TN TET 2026 is officially open now. Read this article to find official application links, exam fees, pattern and other details.

The Teacher Recruitment Board (TRB), Government of Tamil Nadu, has commenced the registration process for the Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TN TET) 2026, specifically targeted at working teachers in the state. According to the official notification and press release issued by the TRB, online applications opened on February 18, 2026.

TN TET 2026: Key Dates and Schedule Announced

The registration window will remain active until April 10, 2026. The TN TET 2026 examination is tentatively scheduled as follows:

• Paper I: July 4, 2026 (forenoon session)
• Paper II: July 5, 2026 (forenoon session)

The official notification was released on February 13, 2026, with the application process aligning with G.O (MS) No.23 of the School Education (TRB) Department, dated January 28, 2026.

TN TET 2026: Application Details and Fee Structure

Check the TN TET Official Press Release Here

Candidates must apply exclusively through the official website at trb.tn.gov.in. No offline applications will be accepted. The application fee is structured as follows:

• General category candidates: Rs 600 per paper
• SC, SCA, ST, and Differently Abled candidates: Rs 300 per paper

Payment can be completed online using net banking, credit card, or debit card.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process

1. Visit the official TRB website at trb.tn.gov.in.
2. Locate and click on the TN TET 2026 registration link on the homepage.
3. Complete the online application form with required details.
4. Upload necessary documents and pay the applicable fee.
5. Submit the form and retain a printout for reference.

Direct link for application portal – https://trb1.ucanapply.com/

Examination Pattern and Qualifying Criteria for TN TET 2026

The TN TET 2026 will consist of two separate papers, each comprising 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks, with a duration of three hours. Successful candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks will receive the TN TET Eligibility Certificate for the respective paper cleared.

The minimum qualifying marks are as follows:

Eligibility and Purpose of the TN TET 2026

This edition of the TN TET is conducted for in-service teachers working in government, government-aided, and recognised private schools in Tamil Nadu. Qualifying in the test is mandatory for eligibility in teacher recruitment processes and promotions within the state education system. The authority has not announced further details yet on specific eligibility conditions beyond the focus on working teachers.

Background and Recent Context

The TN TET serves as the state-level eligibility examination aligned with national standards for teacher appointments in Tamil Nadu. The previous cycle (TN TET 2025) saw examinations held in November 2025, with results published subsequently based on final answer keys reviewed by subject experts.

For the latest updates, including any corrections window or additional announcements, candidates should regularly check the official TRB website. The Teacher Recruitment Board reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the schedule or process as required.

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