Short Information: Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Tamil Nadu has released the notification for TNTET October 2026 for working teachers. Eligible in-service teachers can check important dates, exam pattern, eligibility criteria, and apply online from the details below.
TRB TN TET 2026 : Overview
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| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Teachers Recruitment Board, Tamil Nadu (TRB TN) |
| Exam Name | Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) for Working Teachers |
| Notification No. | 02/2026 |
| Target Cadre | In-service SGT, BT Assistant, and Equivalent Teachers |
| Exam Level | State Level Eligibility Test |
| Official Website | http://www.trb.tn.gov.in |
Important Dates
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 26/10/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 27/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19/11/2026 |
| Application Edit Window | 20/11/2026 to 22/11/2026 |
| Exam Date (Paper II - Forenoon) | 20/12/2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Date (Paper I - Afternoon) | 20/12/2026 (Tentative) |
| Hall Ticket Available | Before Exam |
Application Fee
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| Category | Application Fee (Per Paper) |
|---|---|
| General / BC / BCM / MBC / DNC | ₹ 600 /- |
| SC / SCA / ST / Differently Abled | ₹ 300 /- |
| Payment Mode | Online Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking) |
Note: Separate fee is required for Paper I and Paper II.
Eligibility Criteria (as on 01/09/2025)
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| Post / Paper | Service Requirement | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I (Classes I–V) | Appointed on or before 01/09/2025 as SGT or equivalent | 10+2 with 50% + 2-Yr D.El.Ed / 4-Yr B.El.Ed / D.Ed (Special) OR Degree with D.El.Ed / B.Ed |
| Paper II (Classes VI–VIII) | Appointed on or before 01/09/2025 as Graduate Teacher / BT Assistant | Bachelor Degree with 50% + B.Ed / 2-Yr D.El.Ed / B.Ed (Special) OR 10+2 with 50% + 4-Yr B.El.Ed / B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed |
Qualifying Marks Details
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| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage | Qualifying Marks (Out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General Category | 60% | 90 Marks |
| BC / BCM / MBC / DNC | 50% | 75 Marks |
| SC / SCA / ST / PWD | 40% | 60 Marks |
Exam Pattern
- Mode: Objective Type (OMR Based)
- Total Questions: 150 Multiple Choice Questions
- Total Marks: 150 Marks (1 mark per question)
- Total Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
- Paper I: Child Development, Language I, Language II English, Maths, EVS
- Paper II: Child Development, Language I, Language II English, Subject Specific (Maths & Science or Social Science)
Selection Process
- Written Eligibility Examination (OMR Mode)
- Issuance of TNTET Eligibility Certificate
How to Fill Online Application Form
1. Visit the official TRB portal (http://www.trb.tn.gov.in).
2. Read the official TNTET 2026 notification PDF.
3. Click on the TNTET Working Teachers 2026 registration link.
4. Enter personal, employment, and academic details.
5. Upload scanned photograph and signature.
6. Pay the examination fee online.
7. Submit the form and download the final confirmation page.
Important Useful Links
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| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the last date to apply for TNTET Working Teachers 2026?
A: 19 November 2026.
- Q: What is the exam date for TNTET 2026?
A: 20 December 2026 (Tentative).
- Q: Who can apply for this examination?
A: In-service teachers appointed on or before 01 September 2025 in Tamil Nadu.