Overview
The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, conducts the SSLC (Class 10, Secondary School Leaving Certificate) public examination and the Higher Secondary Examination (HSE, Class 12, also called Plus Two) for schools across the state.
Who can apply
Students studying in a Tamil Nadu government, aided or matriculation school affiliated to the state board register for SSLC or HSE through their school.
Important dates
For the 2026 cycle, the SSLC (Class 10) public exam ran from 11 March to 6 April 2026, and the HSE (Class 12) exam ran from 2 to 26 March 2026. Results were announced on 20 May 2026 for SSLC and 8 May 2026 for HSE. Dates are announced fresh each year on dge.tn.gov.in.
How to apply
Schools register students with DGE; individual students do not apply directly. Subject-wise timetables are published on the official DGE website ahead of each session.
Preparation tips
Check the current year's timetable on dge.tn.gov.in rather than assuming last year's dates repeat exactly.
Keep track of both theory and any practical exam schedules published for your stream.
Who conducts the SSLC and HSE exams in Tamil Nadu?
The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, conducts both the SSLC (Class 10) and HSE (Class 12) public exams.
Where is the official timetable published?
On the DGE Tamil Nadu website, dge.tn.gov.in.
Can I register for these exams without a school?
Registration is done by your school with DGE; students do not register individually.