TNTET 2026 Notification: Exam Dates, Eligibility, and Online Application Guide

The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TNTRB) conducts the Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) biannually. The official TNTET Notification for the first session of 2026 is scheduled for release in May 2026 on the official portal at https://trb.tn.gov.in/. Detailed registration schedules and exam dates will be published alongside the notification, allowing eligible candidates to complete their application process.

TNTET 2026 Exam- Summary

Candidates intending to appear for the examination must submit their TNTET registration form exclusively through the official Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TNTRB) website; physical applications sent via mail or post will not be processed. Below are the essential highlights of the upcoming TNTET 2026 exam.

TNTET 2026 - Exam Overview
Exam Name	Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) 2026
Exam Conducting Body	Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TNTRB)
Level	State Level
Frequency	Twice (May & October)
Mode of Registartion	Online
Registartion Dates	To be Notified
Application Fee	General/OBC: Rs. 600/- SC, SCA, ST, and Differently Abled Persons: Rs. 300/-
Official Website	https://trb.tn.gov.in/

What is TNTET Exam 2026?

The Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) is a state-level assessment designed to evaluate candidates for teaching positions in Classes 1 through 8 across Tamil Nadu schools. In 2026, the TNTET will be held in two sessions: the first with a May notification (July exam) and the second with an October notification (December exam). Qualifying this exam certifies candidates as eligible to teach at the primary and upper primary levels.

• Paper 1 — For those who want to teach Classes 1 to 5 (Primary Level)
• Paper 2 — For those who want to teach Classes 6 to 8 (Upper Primary Level)

TNTET 2026 Important Dates

Online application windows will open in alignment with the May and October 2026 notifications. Consistent with the TNTRB Annual Planner, the exams are set for July and December 2026. This page will be updated with critical exam dates immediately upon the release of the official notification.

TNTET 2026 Events	TNTET (Session 1)	TNTET 2 (Session 1)
TNTET Notification 2026	May 2026	October 2026
TNTET 2026 Application starting date	--	--
TNTET 2026 Application ending date	--	--
Last Date for Making Fee Payment	--	--
TNTET Exam Date 2026	July 2026	December 2026

TNTET 2026 Notification

As outlined in the TN TRB Annual Planner 2026, the TNTET exam will be administered twice this year. The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TNTRB) will publish the TN TET Notification 2026 PDF for the first session on their official website, https://trb.tn.gov.in/. Candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria and exam guidelines once the official document is released. A direct download link will be provided here for your convenience.

Download Previous Year TNTET Notification PDF

Check TN TRB Annual Planner 2026 - Official Details

What is TNTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria?

Verifying your eligibility is a crucial step before registering for the TN TET 2026 exam. Review the complete eligibility criteria to ensure you meet all requirements.

Educational Qualification TNTET Paper 1

TNTET Paper 1 - Educational Qualification

Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) (OR) Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure), Regulations, 2002 (OR) Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR) Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 2- year Diploma in Education (Special Education)

Educational Qualification TNTET Paper 2

TNTET Paper 2 - Educational Qualification

Graduation and passed or appearing in the final year of a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known) (OR) Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.) (OR) Graduation with at least 45% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.) (OR) Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) (OR) Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of 4-year B.A/B.Sc. Ed or B.A. Ed./B.Sc. Ed. (OR) Graduation with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in final year of B.Ed. (Special Education) (OR) Any candidate having qualified B.Ed. programme, recognized by the NCTE is eligible to appear in TNTET

TNTET 2026 Exam Pattern

The TNTET exam facilitates the recruitment of qualified educators for primary and upper primary sections in government-aided schools across Tamil Nadu. Candidates should consult the following exam pattern to streamline their preparation.

TNTET Exam Pattern- Paper 1

• TNTET 2026 Exam Pattern of Paper 1 consists of questions from sections like Child Development and Pedagogy, English, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. 
• There will be 5 sections, each of 30 questions, carrying 1 mark each.

Content (All Compulsory)	MCQs	Marks	Medium
Child Development and Pedagogy (relevant to the age group of 6 – 11 years)	30	30	Tamil/English
Language-I Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu	30	30
Language II – English	30	30
Mathematics	30	30	Tamil/English
Environmental Studies	30	30	Tamil/English
Total	150	150

TNTET Exam Pattern- Paper 2

• TNTET 2026 Exam Pattern of Paper 2 will consist of questions from sections like Child Development, Language 1, English, Maths, Science, and SST. 
• 3 sections will carry 30 questions of 30 marks and the last section will carry 60 marks.

Content	MCQs	Marks	Medium
Child Development and Pedagogy (Compulsory)	30	30	Tamil/English
Language 1: Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/ Urdu (Compulsory)	30	30
Language II – English (Compulsory)	30	30
a) For Mathematics and Science Teacher: Mathematics and Science or b) For Social Science Teacher: Social Science or c) For Any other Subject Teacher	60	60	Tamil/English
Total	150	150

Understanding the Difference: TNTET Paper 1 vs. Paper 2
Paper 1 targets teachers for Classes 1–5 (Primary), while Paper 2 is for Classes 6–8 (Upper Primary). Paper 1 focuses on Child Development, two languages, Mathematics, and EVS. Paper 2 replaces EVS with a 60-mark subject-specific section (Mathematics & Science or Social Science).

View TNTET Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

TNTET Application Fee 2026

Candidates applying for the TN TET 2026 must complete the registration fee payment via authorized online portals. Refer below for the applicable fee structure.

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC	Rs. 600/-
SC, SCA, ST, and Differently Abled Persons	Rs. 300/-

Steps to Apply for TNTET 2026 Exam

The TNTET application process consists of two primary stages: initial registration and completion of the application form. Follow the detailed steps outlined below to ensure a successful submission.

TNTET 2026 Registration

Before filling out the main application, candidates must register on the portal. Follow these steps to complete your registration:

Step 1: Navigate to the official TNTRB website at https://trb.tn.gov.in/.

Step 2: Locate and click on the registration notification link.

Step 3: Provide all requested personal and educational details accurately.

Step 4: Submit your registration and securely save your generated User ID and Password.

TNTET 2026 Application Form Filling

After registration, proceed to fill out the TN TET 2026 Application form by following these steps:

Step 1: Log in to the official portal using your registered credentials.

Step 2: Complete the application form thoroughly with all necessary information.

Step 3: Upload the required scanned documents, including a passport-sized photograph and your signature.

Step 4: Carefully review your application details to ensure accuracy before final submission.

Step 5: Process the application fee securely via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

Step 6: Download and print the submitted application form for your records.

TNTET 2026 Admit Card

Candidates must present their hall ticket at the exam center to appear for the TNTET 2026. The Admit Card will be accessible on the official website approximately 7 to 10 days before the scheduled exam date and will contain all relevant instructions.

1. Name
2. Registration Number
3. Time of Exam
4. Date of Birth
5. Date of Exam
6. Exam Centre

TNTET 2026 Answer Key

The official TNTET Answer Key will be released shortly after the completion of the TNTET 2026 exam. Candidates can download it directly from the primary TNTRB website.

TNTET Exam 2026 Result

TNTET 2026 results are typically declared by the board approximately 40 days post-examination. Candidates can view and download their results exclusively from the official website. A minimum of 60% is required to qualify for further recruitment processes.

TNTET Minimum Qualifying Marks

To qualify for the TNTET 2026, candidates must secure at least 60% of the total marks. Given that each paper consists of 150 marks, your target score should align with these requirements.

Papers	Total Marks	Minimum Required
Paper 1	150	60% (90 marks)
Paper 2	150	60% (90 marks)

Download TNTET Previous Year Question Papers

Check TNTET Qualifying Cut-Off Marks