The Tamil Nadu Class 10 Board Exam 2025–26, also known as the SSLC Examination, is a key academic milestone for students under the Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu. This guide provides complete information on the exam schedule, syllabus, exam pattern, preparation tips, and previous year papers, helping students plan their studies effectively and perform confidently.
The SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) exam assesses students’ understanding of core subjects and forms the foundation for higher secondary education. Knowing the complete overview helps students, teachers, and parents align preparation with the official exam framework.
The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE) is the governing body responsible for conducting Class 10 (SSLC) exams across Tamil Nadu. It handles the preparation of the timetable, question paper setting, evaluation, and result declaration. The board ensures a uniform and fair assessment process across government, aided, and private schools in the state.
The DGE Tamil Nadu will publish the official Class 10 (SSLC) Time Table 2025–26 in December 2025. Based on previous years’ schedules, the exams are expected to begin in March 2026 and continue until early April 2026.
Based on past trends, below is the tentative schedule for the Tamil Nadu Class 10 Exams 2026:
Note: The official time table will be released at dge.tn.gov.in once confirmed by the DGE.
The Tamil Nadu SSLC exams are conducted in pen-and-paper mode and assess students in six main subjects. Each paper is typically of 100 marks, and the exam duration is 3 hours.
Students must score at least 35 marks in each subject to pass.
Practising previous year papers is essential for effective exam preparation. It helps students understand the question pattern, difficulty level, and important topics.
Benefits:
Where to Download: Students can download Tamil Nadu SSLC previous year papers and model question papers from the official sources.
The Tamil Nadu Class 10 Admit Card 2025–26 will be released by DGE Tamil Nadu in February 2026. Students can collect it from their respective schools. Entry to the exam hall is strictly prohibited without the admit card.
Details Mentioned: Student’s name, roll number, school code, exam centre, and subject list.
The DGE TN SSLC Results 2026 are expected in May 2026. Students can check their results online at tnresults.nic.in or dge.tn.gov.in. You can find the other alternatives to accessing your results at Tamil Nadu Class 10 Admit Card 2025-26
The Tamil Nadu Class 10 SSLC Exam 2025–26 demands consistent preparation, clarity of concepts, and familiarity with the exam structure. By following the official timetable, revising smartly, and practising model papers, students can achieve outstanding results in the upcoming board exams
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