Tamil Nadu Board Time Table 2027 (TN SSLC 10th, 11th & 12th Public Exam)
Quick answer: Tamil Nadu’s 2027 public exams begin with Class 12 (Plus Two) on 3 March 2027 and end with Maths on 29 March 2027. Class 10 (SSLC) runs 17 March – 12 April 2027, and Class 11 arrear papers run 5 March – 1 April 2027. All papers are 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM IST (reading time from 10:00 AM). Practicals: Class 12 on 8–18 February, Class 10 on 19–26 February 2027.
What has been announced so far?
Tamil Nadu’s School Education Minister announced the 2026-27 public examination schedule for SSLC (Class 10), Higher Secondary second year (Class 12) and Class 11 arrear candidates on 14 October 2026. More than 15 lakh students are expected to take these exams.
The subject-wise dates below are taken from the announcement as reported by several national education news outlets, which now agree on every paper date listed here. The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE) PDF is the final word – match your subjects with it once it is posted on dge.tn.gov.in.
Tamil Nadu board exam 2027 key dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Class 12 practical exams | 8 – 18 Feb 2027 |
| Class 10 practical exams | 19 – 26 Feb 2027 |
| Class 12 (Plus Two) theory exams | 3 – 29 Mar 2027 |
| Class 11 arrear exams | 5 Mar – 1 Apr 2027 |
| Class 10 (SSLC) theory exams | 17 Mar – 12 Apr 2027 |
| Class 12 result (tentative) | 7 May 2027 |
TN 12th public exam time table 2027 (Plus Two)
All Class 12 papers: 10:00–10:10 AM reading the question paper, 10:10–10:15 AM checking details, 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM writing. Subjects in the same row are alternatives – you write the one in your group.
| Date | Day | Subject(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Mar 2027 | Wednesday | Part I – Language (Tamil / other languages) |
| 8 Mar 2027 | Monday | Part II – English |
| 12 Mar 2027 | Friday | Chemistry, Accountancy, Geography |
| 15 Mar 2027 | Monday | Communicative English, Ethics & Indian Culture, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Bio-Chemistry, Advanced Language (Tamil), Home Science, Political Science, Statistics |
| 19 Mar 2027 | Friday | Biology, Botany, History, Business Mathematics & Statistics, Basic Electronics / Civil / Automobile / Mechanical Engineering, Textile Technology |
| 23 Mar 2027 | Tuesday | Physics, Economics, Employability Skills |
| 29 Mar 2027 | Monday | Mathematics, Zoology, Commerce, Micro-Biology, Nutrition & Dietetics, Agricultural Science |
Vocational and less common subjects (for example Nursing, Office Management, Textile & Dress Designing, Food Science) are listed in the official PDF – check your exact paper there.
TN SSLC (Class 10) time table 2027
All SSLC papers are also 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM IST.
| Date | Day | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Mar 2027 | Wednesday | Language (Part I – Tamil / other languages) |
| 25 Mar 2027 | Thursday | English (Part II) |
| 31 Mar 2027 | Wednesday | Mathematics |
| 5 Apr 2027 | Monday | Science |
| 9 Apr 2027 | Friday | Social Science |
| 12 Apr 2027 | Monday | Optional Language |
Class 11 arrear exams 2027
Class 11 arrear (supplementary) candidates write their papers between 5 March and 1 April 2027. The paper-wise list will be in the official DGE PDF.
How to download the official TN time table 2027
- Go to dge.tn.gov.in and open Time Table.
- Look for “SSLC, Class 12 and Class 11 (Arrear Candidate only) Public Examination 2026-27 – Time Table”.
- Open the PDF and check the dates for your subjects and medium.
Related date sheets
See all-India pages for the Class 10 board exam date sheet 2027 and the Class 12 board exam date sheet 2027, plus the CBSE date sheet 2027, Karnataka SSLC & 2nd PUC time table 2027, Kerala SSLC & Plus Two time table 2027 and UP Board time table 2027. All Indian boards: India date sheets.
Frequently asked questions
When will the Tamil Nadu 12th public exam 2027 start?
Class 12 (Plus Two) theory exams start on Wednesday 3 March 2027 with the Language paper and end on Monday 29 March 2027 with Mathematics, Zoology and Commerce.
What is the TN 12th public exam time table 2027 for science subjects?
Chemistry is on 12 March, Computer Science on 15 March, Biology and Botany on 19 March, Physics on 23 March, and Mathematics and Zoology on 29 March 2027.
When is the TN SSLC Maths exam 2027?
SSLC Mathematics is on Wednesday 31 March 2027. Science follows on 5 April and Social Science on 9 April.
What is the exam timing for TN board exams 2027?
Papers are written from 10:15 AM to 1:15 PM IST. The first 15 minutes (10:00–10:15 AM) are for reading the question paper and checking your details.
When are the Tamil Nadu practical exams 2027?
Class 12 practicals are scheduled for 8–18 February 2027 and Class 10 practicals for 19–26 February 2027.
When will the TN Class 11 arrear exams be held?
Class 11 arrear (supplementary) papers are scheduled from 5 March to 1 April 2027.
When will the Tamil Nadu 12th result 2027 come out?
The Class 12 result is tentatively expected on 7 May 2027.
Check the official DGE Tamil Nadu time table page
Datesheets.com is an independent website and is not linked to DGE Tamil Nadu. This page is based on the official announcement of 14 October 2026 as reported by the media; subject dates should be matched with the official DGE PDF, and we will update this page the same day it is posted. Always confirm with your school and hall ticket.