TN Half Yearly Exam Time Table 2026: Class 6 to 12 Schedule PDF Download

The Tamil Nadu Half Yearly Examination 2026 (அரையாண்டுத் தேர்வு) for Classes 6 to 12 is scheduled to be conducted across all government, government-aided, and matriculation schools across the state in December 2026, commencing on 16 December 2026 (Wednesday) and concluding on 23 December 2026 (Wednesday). As per the Tamil Nadu School Education Department’s annual academic calendar, the Half-Yearly examination represents the single most crucial statewide benchmark before the March Public Board Examinations. Students across high school and higher secondary standards can prepare systematically by accessing official Tamil Nadu Study Materials and subject guides across all core areas including Tamil (பொதுத்தமிழ்), English, Mathematics (கணிதம்), Science (அறிவியல்), and Social Science (சமூக அறிவியல்), as well as dedicated subject banks on our 10th SSLC Study Materials Hub, 12th Plus Two Study Materials, and 11th Plus One Study Materials.

Unlike monthly unit tests or mid-term assessments, the Half-Yearly examination tests comprehensive cumulative portions across Term 1 and Term 2 for high school, and full Volume 1 plus prescribed Volume 2 units for higher secondary streams. Students can revise foundational textbook chapters from our Samacheer Kalvi Textbooks Hub and test their problem-solving readiness with our verified TN Half Yearly Question Papers & Answer Keys Archive. Immediately following the conclusion of the examinations on December 23, all schools will close for the annual 11-day Christmas and Winter vacation (schools reopen on 4 / 5 January 2027) starting 24 December 2026. This complete guide provides the standard-wise timetable, session shifts, syllabus portions, and direct links to district model question papers and answer keys.

தமிழ்நாடு 6 முதல் 12-ஆம் வகுப்பு அரையாண்டுத் தேர்வு 2026 டிசம்பர் 10 முதல் 23 வரை நடைபெறுகிறது — முழு தேர்வு கால அட்டவணை, பாடவாரியான கல்விப் பொருட்கள் (Study Materials), பாடத்திட்டம் மற்றும் மாதிரி வினாத்தாள்கள் விவரங்கள் கீழே கொடுக்கப்பட்டுள்ளன.

Overview

TN Half Yearly Exam 2026: Key Highlights (தேர்வு சிறப்பம்சங்கள்)

The statewide Half-Yearly examinations are centrally coordinated to provide uniform academic rigor across all 38 revenue districts in Tamil Nadu. The salient operational details are summarised below:

Because the state board mandates uniform common question papers for high school and higher secondary standards, the examination simulates the real Public Examination environment in seating arrangement, invigilation, and evaluation standards.

Session Timings & Shift Schedule (தேர்வு நேர அட்டவணை)

To ensure comfortable classroom allocation and prevent campus overcrowding, examinations are scheduled in dual shifts (Morning and Afternoon sessions):

Note for Higher Secondary & Board Candidates: The first 10 minutes (9:30 AM to 9:40 AM / 1:30 PM to 1:40 PM) are exclusively reserved for reading the question paper, followed by 5 minutes for candidate particulars verification on the main answer booklet. Writing commences strictly at 9:45 AM / 1:45 PM.

Subject-Wise Half Yearly Exam Timetable 2026 (பொது தேர்வு கால அட்டவணை)

The statewide common schedule for Classes 10, 11, and 12 across Tamil Nadu schools is detailed below:

Middle School (Classes 6 to 9): Follow the 5-subject sequence (Tamil, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science) spread across alternate exam days between 11 December and 22 December 2026.

Syllabus & Portions Covered (பாடத்திட்டம் மற்றும் முக்கிய பகுதிகள்)

Unlike quarterly or mid-term assessments that evaluate single terms, the Half-Yearly examination assesses cumulative learning:

• Classes 6 to 9 (Samacheer Kalvi): Complete cumulative coverage of Term 1 and Term 2 textbooks across all five subjects (Tamil, English, Maths, Science, Social Science).
• Class 10 (SSLC): Units 1 through 6 in Tamil and English; Chapters 1 to 6 in Mathematics (Relations, Numbers, Algebra, Geometry, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry); Physics, Chemistry & Biology units up to Term 2; History, Geography, Civics, and Economics up to Unit 7.
• Classes 11 & 12 (Higher Secondary): Complete Volume 1 textbook (100% portions) PLUS the first 2 to 3 prescribed chapters of Volume 2 across Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science, Commerce, and Accountancy.

Students can download the official digital textbooks for revision directly from our Samacheer Kalvi Textbooks Hub (சமச்சீர் கல்வி பாடப்புத்தகங்கள்).

District Model Question Papers & PTA Question Banks (மாதிரி வினாத்தாள்கள்)

Practicing authentic previous years’ Half-Yearly district papers and official PTA question banks is proven to boost performance and time management. Access our comprehensive collections below:

Winter Vacation & School Reopening 2026–2027 (குளிர்கால விடுமுறை அறிவிப்பு)

Following the final examination on 23 December 2026, the Tamil Nadu School Education Department declares the official statewide winter holidays for all schools:

• Holidays Commence: 24 December 2026 (Thursday).
• Total Vacation Period: 11 consecutive days (Reopening 4 / 5 January 2027) covering Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year festivities.
• School Reopening Date: Schools will reopen for the third term / revision session on 2 January 2027 (Saturday) or the first Monday of January as notified by the Chief Educational Officer.
• Answer Script Distribution: Evaluated Half-Yearly answer papers and marks will be distributed to students within the first week of school reopening in January.

High-Demand Half-Yearly Question Papers, Model Papers & Pass Packages

As the 2nd Mid-Term examinations conclude, teachers and students across Tamil Nadu heavily prepare with past 5-year question papers, model papers, and passing packages. Access the verified direct downloads below:

Frequently asked questions

When do the TN Half Yearly Examinations 2026 begin? (அரையாண்டுத் தேர்வு எப்போது தொடங்கும்?)

The Tamil Nadu Half Yearly Exams 2026 begin on 16 December 2026 (Wednesday) and conclude on 23 December 2026 (Wednesday).

Is the Half Yearly question paper common across all districts in Tamil Nadu?

Yes. For high school (SSLC) and higher secondary classes (11th and 12th), the School Education Department provides a centralized statewide common question paper.

What portions are included in the Half Yearly examination? (தேர்வு பாடப்பகுதி என்ன?)

Half Yearly exams evaluate cumulative portions: Term 1 + Term 2 complete syllabus for Classes 6 to 9, and Volume 1 full syllabus plus initial Volume 2 chapters for Classes 10, 11, and 12.

What are the morning and afternoon exam session timings?

Morning session (Classes 10 & 12) runs from 9:30 AM to 12:45 PM. Afternoon session (Classes 9 & 11) runs from 1:30 PM to 4:45 PM. Both include 15 minutes dedicated reading and verification time.

When will Tamil Nadu schools close for winter vacation 2026?

Winter vacation begins on 24 December 2026 and continues through 4 January 2027. Schools reopen on 4 / 5 January 2027.

Where can students download Half Yearly model question papers with answer keys?

Students can download district-wise question papers and verified teacher answer keys for all subjects from KalviMani’s dedicated Half Yearly Question Papers archive and PTA Question Bank portal.

Related pages on KalviMani

Half Yearly Question Papers Hub · 10th Half Yearly Question Papers · 12th Half Yearly Question Papers · PTA Question Bank Hub · Samacheer Kalvi Textbooks