The TNTET 2026 exam pattern is structured into two separate papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2, each with distinct formats suited for different teaching levels. Both papers are conducted offline, comprising 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying 1 mark, with no negative marking, and each exam lasts for 3 hours. For the ease of candidates, we have shared below the detailed TNTET exam pattern 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Particulars
Paper 1 highlights
Paper 2 highlights
Exam Mode
Offline
Number of subjects/sections
5
4
Duration Of Exam
3 hours
Total Questions
150
Type of Questions
MCQs
Total Marks
Marking scheme
+1 for correct answer
No negative marking
Language
Tamil and English
TNTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern
TNTET Paper 1 Subjects
Number of Questions
Marks allotted
Child Development and Pedagogy (6-11 years)
30
Language 1 (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu)
Language II- English
Mathematics
Total
Note- The candidate must choose between Tamil and English as the question paper medium for Child Development and Pedagogy, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies.
TNTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern
Child Development and Pedagogy-relevant to the age group of 11-14 years
Language-Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam/Kannada/Urdu (Compulsory)
Language II – English (Compulsory)
Mathematics or Science
Or
Social Science
60
Q1. How many papers does TNTET have?
Ans. TNTET has two papers: Paper 1 for Classes 1 to 5 teaching aspirants and Paper 2 for Classes 6 to 8 teaching aspirants.
Q2. What is the total number of questions and marks?
Ans. Both papers consist of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying 1 mark for a total of 150 marks.
Q3. What is the duration of the exam?
Ans. The duration for each paper is 3 hours (180 minutes).
Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Ans. No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in TNTET 2026.
Q5. In what languages will the exam be conducted?
Ans. The exam is conducted in Tamil and English. For Child Development and Pedagogy, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies sections, candidates choose Tamil or English at the time of application. Language I is a regional language option.
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