TNTET (Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test)

Content Writer Priya Singh
Updated On Date: Nov 28, 2025

TNTET 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

TNTET 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

TNTET 2026 eligibility criteria are set by the Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) and differ for Paper 1 (Classes 1–5) and Paper 2 (Classes 6–8). Candidates who are planning to appear for the exam must have the following TNTET eligibility criteria.

Age Limit

  • Minimum age: 18 years.
  • No upper age limit; age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu government norms.

Educational Qualification

For Paper 1 (Classes 1–5)

  • Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/MBC/PwD categories) and completed or appearing in the final year of:
    • 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.).
    • 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
    • 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education), recognized by NCTE.
  • Graduates who have completed or are appearing in the final year of a 2-year D.El.Ed. are also eligible.

For Paper 2 (Classes 6–8)

  • Graduation (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/MBC/PwD categories) and completed or appearing in the final year of:
    • Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.).
    • 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
  • Graduates with 50% marks who have completed or are appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.El.Ed. are eligible.
  • Graduates with 50% marks who have completed or are appearing in the final year of B.Ed. (Special Education), recognized by NCTE, are eligible.
  • Any candidate with a B.Ed. degree recognized by the NCTE is eligible for Paper 2.

Nationality and Domicile

  • Must be an Indian citizen and a resident of Tamil Nadu.

Other Criteria

  • No prior teaching experience is required, but mandatory training is provided after appointment.
  • Final year students of D.El.Ed. or B.Ed. are eligible to apply.
  • There is no restriction on the number of attempts for TNTET.

Marks Relaxation

  • 5% marks relaxation for SC, ST, BC, MBC, and PwD candidates in both educational qualifications and age limits.

TNTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria FAQs

Q1. What is the minimum age to apply for TNTET 2026?

Ans. The minimum age is 18 years. There is no upper age limit, but age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu government norms.

Q2. Can final year students apply for TNTET 2026?

Ans. Yes, final year students of D.El.Ed. or B.Ed. courses are eligible to apply. However, they must submit their certificates at the time of document verification.

Q3. What are the educational qualifications for Paper 1 (Classes 1–5)?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) and must have completed or be appearing in the final year of a 2-year D.El.Ed., 4-year B.El.Ed., or a 2-year Diploma in Special Education (NCTE-recognized).

Q4. What are the educational qualifications for Paper 2 (Classes 6–8)?

Ans. Candidates must have a graduation degree (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.) with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) and must have completed or be appearing in the final year of B.Ed., 2-year D.El.Ed., or a 4-year B.El.Ed. Any candidate with a B.Ed. recognized by NCTE is also eligible.

Q5. Is there any relaxation in marks for reserved categories?

Ans. Yes, SC, ST, BC, MBC, and PwD candidates get a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks required for eligibility.

Click Here For TNTET 2026 Application Form

 
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