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TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers Out - Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Exam Date
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Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Government of Tamil Nadu has released TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers. Check the exam schedule and your centre details on the official website (trb.tn.gov.in).
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| Name of post | TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers Out - Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Exam Date |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Advertisement no. | 02/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Last date to apply | 19 November 2026 |
| Posted on | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 28 Oct 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Date of Notification26 October 2026
- Online Application Starts27 October 2026
- Last date to apply19 November 2026
- Edit Option20/11/2026 to 22/11/2026
- TNTET Paper II Exam20/12/2026, Forenoon (Tentative)
- TNTET Paper I Exam20/12/2026, Afternoon (Tentative)
Application Fee
- All candidates except SC, SCA, ST and Differently Abled Pers₹ 600
- SC, SCA, ST and Differently Abled Persons₹ 300
Paper I and Paper II need separate applications with separate fees.
Payment is accepted only online through the payment gateway (net banking, credit card or debit card). Demand drafts, postal orders and other offline payments are not accepted.
The fee is not refundable and cannot be adjusted for any future test, including when it is paid more than once.
Select your community or disability category correctly, because the fee differs by category.
Category : Fee per Application
The fee is Rs. 600 per application. SC, SCA, ST and Differently Abled candidates pay Rs. 300 per application.
Age Limit
- The official notification does not mention any age limit.
TNTET Notification 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Exam Name | Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) for Working Teachers – October 2026 |
| Notification No. | 02/2026 |
| Notification Date | 26/10/2026 |
| Papers | Paper I and Paper II |
| Who Can Apply | Working teachers appointed on or before 01/09/2025 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Exam Mode | Objective type, OMR based |
| Official Website | www.trb.tn.gov.in |
Who Can Apply for TNTET 2026 for Working Teachers?
- Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT)
- Graduate Teachers (BT Assistants)
- BRTEs and other equivalent cadre teachers
- Special Education Teachers (IEDSS)
- The test is open only to working teachers appointed on or before 01/09/2025. The notification covers these teachers:
TNTET 2026 Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold the prescribed qualification as on the date of notification. The qualification routes are different for Paper I and Paper II.
TNTET Paper I Qualification
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, as per NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2002
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed.
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
- Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed.
TNTET Paper II Qualification
- Graduation and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- At least 50% marks in Graduation or Post Graduation and B.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 45% marks (SC/ST/BC/MBC/DNC/PH candidates) and B.Ed., as per NCTE norms
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed.
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and B.Ed. (Special Education), or at least 50% marks in Graduation or Post Graduation and B.Ed. (Special Education)
TNTET 2026 Exam Pattern
- Both papers have 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks, to be completed in 3 hours. The exam is objective type and OMR based. The notification does not mention negative marking.
TNTET Paper I (Classes 1 to 5)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (age group 6 to 11 years) | 30 | 30 | Tamil/English |
| Language I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu) | 30 | 30 | As per language chosen |
| Language II – English | 30 | 30 | English |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | Tamil/English |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | Tamil/English |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
TNTET Paper II (Classes 6 to 8)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy (age group 11 to 14 years) | 30 | 30 | Tamil/English |
| Language I (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu) | 30 | 30 | As per language chosen |
| Language II – English | 30 | 30 | English |
| Mathematics and Science (for Maths and Science teachers) or Social Science (for Social Science teachers); teachers of any other subject may choose either | 60 | 60 | Tamil/English |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
TNTET 2026 Syllabus Level
- Paper I questions are based on the State syllabus for Classes I to V, with the standard and linkages up to the Secondary stage.
- Paper II questions are based on the State syllabus for Classes VI to VIII, with the standard and linkages up to the Higher Secondary (Senior Secondary) stage.
- For Child Development and Pedagogy, Mathematics and Environmental Studies/Science/Social Science, candidates choose Tamil or English as the medium of the question paper.
TNTET 2026 Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Percentage | Minimum Marks (out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60% | 90 |
| BC, BCM, MBC/DNC | 50% | 75 |
| SC, SCA, ST and PWD | 40% | 60 |
- Candidates who secure these marks in Paper I or Paper II are issued the respective TNTET Eligibility Certificate.
Documents Required for TNTET 2026
| Document | Format and Size |
|---|---|
| Recent passport-size colour photograph | JPG/JPEG/PNG, 40 to 60 KB |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG/PNG, 20 to 40 KB |
| Service Certificate (Annexure-I), community certificate and all educational certificates | PDF, 250 to 300 KB |
- 10th / SSLC
- 12th / Higher Secondary or equivalent
- Diploma in Teacher Education / Elementary Education / Teacher Education (Special Education)
- B.El.Ed. (4 years) or equivalent: consolidated marksheet or all semester marksheets in a single PDF, and degree or provisional certificate
- 4-year integrated B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed.: marksheets and degree or provisional certificate
- UG degree in the relevant subject or equivalent: marksheets and degree or provisional certificate
- B.Ed. / Special B.Ed. or equivalent, and the IEDSS qualifications mentioned in G.O.(Ms).No.88 dated 13/03/2026: marksheets and degree or provisional certificate
- Community Certificate
- Differently Abled Certificate
- Service Certificate (Annexure-I)
- All documents must be uploaded at the time of applying. Applications without the photograph, signature or required certificates are rejected.
- The certificates and mark statements to upload are:
Important Instructions for TNTET 2026 Candidates
- Details entered in the application, including name, test paper, community category, date of birth and address, are treated as final. Corrections are possible only during the edit option.
- Candidates must hold the prescribed qualification as on the date of notification. Being allowed to appear in the exam does not mean eligibility has been verified.
- Candidates with pending criminal or disciplinary cases must upload the FIR or memorandum of charges, and those with convictions must upload the relevant court orders.
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices and other electronic gadgets are not allowed inside the examination centre, even when switched off.
- Hall tickets are uploaded on the TRB website and in the candidate dashboard. They are not sent by post, and no individual written communication is sent.
- Exam centres will be allotted in all districts at the Board's discretion. The centre, date and time are given on the hall ticket.
- Scribe assistance is allowed for eligible differently abled candidates, based on claims in the application and the disability or Medical Board certificate.
- For queries, call 1800 425 6753 or write to [email protected] well before the last date.
More Details
- TNTET 2026 Important Dates
- TNTET 2026 Age Limit
- TNTET 2026 Application Fee
How to Apply for TNTET 2026 Online
- Go to the official TRB website, www.trb.tn.gov.in.
- Open the TNTET for Working Teachers (October 2026) application link.
- Register with a valid e-mail ID and mobile number. Both are mandatory and must stay active until the results are declared.
- Fill in the personal, educational and service details carefully.
- Upload the photograph, signature, Service Certificate (Annexure-I), community certificate and educational certificates in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the fee online through the payment gateway. An SMS alert confirms successful payment.
- Submit the application on or before 19/11/2026. Use the edit option from 20/11/2026 to 22/11/2026 if corrections are needed.
- If you are applying for both papers, repeat the process with a separate application and separate fee.
Important Links
| Download Official Notification PDF (No. 02/2026) | Download trbrecruitment.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com |
|---|---|
| Apply Online and Official Website (TRB) | Click Here trb.tn.gov.in |
| Link | URL |
Frequently asked questions
When does the application for TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers start?
Online Application Starts: 27 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers?
The last date to apply is 19 November 2026.
What is the age limit for TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers?
The official notification does not mention any age limit.
What is the application fee for TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers?
All candidates except SC, SCA, ST and Differently Abled Pers: ₹ 600; SC, SCA, ST and Differently Abled Persons: ₹ 300.
What qualification is needed for TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers?
Candidates must hold the prescribed qualification as on the date of notification. The qualification routes are different for Paper I and Paper II. | Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education | Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, as per NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Re…
What is the official website for TNTET Notification 2026 for Working Teachers?
The official website is https://www.trb.tn.gov.in.