Tamil Nadu Class 10 and 12 Exam Timetable 2027
Job highlights
| Organisation | Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu |
|---|---|
| State | 🛕 Tamil Nadu |
| Employment type | Other |
| Posted | Oct 14, 2026 |
The Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu, has published the 2027 public examination timetables for Class 10 and Class 12. The schedules are intended for students preparing for the state board examinations, including Class 12 students in Science, Arts and Commerce streams.
The announcement was made on October 14, 2026, by School Education Minister Rajmohan. Class 12 examinations are scheduled between March 3 and March 29, 2027, while Class 10 examinations run from March 17 to April 12, 2027. Students can view or download the timetable from the Directorate’s official website; the Class 12 result is scheduled for May 7, 2027.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Timetable announced | October 14, 2026 |
| Class 12 public examinations | March 3 to March 29, 2027 |
| Class 10 public examinations | March 17 to April 12, 2027 |
| Class 12 result announcement scheduled | May 7, 2027 |
Class 12 subject-wise timetable
The Class 12 schedule below lists the theory examination dates and subjects provided in the announcement. It covers students across Science, Arts and Commerce streams. Practical examinations have a separate schedule; students whose courses include practicals should consult the official instructions for those dates.
| Exam date | Subjects |
|---|---|
| March 3, 2027 | Tamil |
| March 5, 2027 | English |
| March 9, 2027 | Chemistry, Accountancy, Geography |
| March 13, 2027 | Physics, Economics, Employability Skills |
| March 17, 2027 | Mathematics, Microbiology, Zoology, Commerce, Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Service Management, Textiles and Dress Designing, Agricultural Science, Nursing (General) |
| March 23, 2027 | Biology, Basic Electronics Engineering, Basic Civil Engineering, Botany, History, Business Mathematics and Statistics, Basic Automobile Engineering, Basic Mechanical Engineering, Office Management, Secretaryship, Textile Technology |
| March 26, 2027 | Communicative English, Computer Applications, Biochemistry, Advanced Language (Tamil), Home Science, Political Science, Statistics, Nursing (Vocational), Basic Electrical Engineering, Ethics and Indian Culture, Computer Science |
The announced examination period extends through March 29, while the subject-wise dates supplied here list examinations up to March 26. Check the official timetable PDF for any additional subjects or schedule details not shown above.
Class 10 subject-wise timetable
Class 10 students have examinations in Tamil and other language lessons, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science and Optional Language. The first listed paper is on March 17, and the final listed paper is on April 12, 2027.
| Exam date | Part | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2027 | Part 1 | Tamil and Other Language Lessons |
| March 25, 2027 | Part 2 | English |
| March 31, 2027 | Part 3 | Mathematics |
| April 5, 2027 | Part 3 | Science |
| April 9, 2027 | Part 3 | Social Science |
| April 12, 2027 | Part 1 | Optional Language |
How to Apply
This is an examination timetable announcement, not a recruitment or admission notice, so no application is required to access the schedule. Students can follow these steps to find and save the timetable PDF:
- Visit the Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu, website at dge.tn.gov.in.
- Look for the link to the TN Class 10 or Class 12 public examination timetable for 2027.
- Select the link for your class to open the relevant PDF.
- Check the dates and subjects that apply to your class and course.
- Download and save the PDF for reference, and revisit the official website for any later notices or schedule changes.
Students should compare their subjects with the official timetable and keep the latest PDF available while preparing for the examinations. Check the Directorate’s website for updates, including practical examination instructions and any changes to the published schedule.
Important links
- Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu: https://dge.tn.gov.in/
Frequently asked questions
When are the Tamil Nadu Class 10 public examinations scheduled for 2027? +
The Class 10 public examinations are scheduled from March 17 to April 12, 2027. The first listed paper is Tamil and Other Language Lessons, and the final listed paper is Optional Language.
What are the announced dates for the Tamil Nadu Class 12 examinations? +
The Class 12 public examination period is scheduled from March 3 to March 29, 2027. The subject-wise dates provided in the timetable information run from March 3 through March 26; students should consult the official PDF for any further listed papers.
When is the TN Class 12 result expected? +
The announced schedule states that the Class 12 result will be released on May 7, 2027. Check the Directorate of Government Examinations website for updates.
How can I download the 2027 Tamil Nadu Class 10 or Class 12 timetable? +
Visit https://dge.tn.gov.in/, find the timetable link for your class, open the PDF, and download it for reference.
Does the Class 12 timetable include practical examination dates? +
The timetable information identifies the listed dates as theory examination dates and says practical examinations have a separate schedule. Check the official instructions for practical dates applicable to your course.
Are the Class 12 dates relevant to Science, Arts and Commerce students? +
Yes. The published Class 12 timetable is intended for students in Science, Arts and Commerce streams. Students should match the listed subjects with their own course and confirm details in the official PDF.