The Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) has announced the Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) 2025. This notification was released on 11/08/2025 for candidates in Tamil Nadu. This is an eligibility test for teaching positions for Paper I (Classes I to V) and Paper II (Classes VI to VIII). Eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu can apply online starting from 11/08/2025 until the last date, 08/09/2025. This test is a mandatory qualification for teacher appointments in the state.
Test Overview
| Test Organization | Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) |
| Test Name | Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) |
| Notification No. | 03/2025 |
| Test Papers | Paper I and Paper II |
| Mode of Exam | OMR Based Examination |
| Eligibility | Candidates from Tamil Nadu |
| Category | Tamil Nadu Government Test |
Test Papers and Age Limit
This test is conducted for two papers. Paper I is for teachers of classes I to V and Paper II is for teachers of classes VI to VIII. The age criteria are mentioned below.
| Test Paper | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| TNTET Paper I | Minimum 18 years |
| TNTET Paper II | Minimum 18 years |
The minimum age for applicants is 18 years as of 01/07/2025. There is no upper age limit to apply for the TNTET examination.
Examination Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (except reserved) | Rs. 600 |
| SC, SCA, ST, and Differently Abled Persons | Rs. 300 |
Essential Qualification
- For TNTET Paper I (Classes I to V)
- Higher Secondary with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Or Higher Secondary with 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
- Or Higher Secondary with 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
- For TNTET Paper II (Classes VI to VIII)
- Graduation and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
- Or Graduation with at least 50% marks and a Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.).
- Or Graduation with 50% marks and B.Ed. (Special Education).
- Any candidate with a qualified B.Ed. program recognized by NCTE is eligible.
A relaxation of up to 5% in qualifying marks is allowed for reserved category candidates.
Test Pattern and Qualifying Marks
- The exam will be an OMR-based test.
- It consists of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- The total duration of the examination is 3 hours.
- Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks to pass.
- General category needs 90 marks to qualify.
- Reserved categories (SC, BC, etc.) need 82 marks.
- ST category needs 60 marks (one-time concession for 2025).
How to Apply
- Visit the official TRB website using the link below.
- Click on the link for TNTET 2025 Application.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents like photo and signature.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit the final form and take a printout for your records.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 11/08/2025 |
| Application Start Date | 11/08/2025 |
| Application Last Date | 08/09/2025 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Paper I Exam Date | 01/11/2025 (Tentative) |
| Paper II Exam Date | 02/11/2025 (Tentative) |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- What is the validity of the TNTET certificate?
- The Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TNTET) Certificate is valid for a lifetime.
- Does passing the TNTET guarantee a teaching job?
- No, holding a TET certificate does not guarantee appointment. It is only an eligibility criterion. Qualified candidates must appear for a separate competitive exam for recruitment.