Tamil Nadu Class 11, 12 supplementary exam 2026 dates out for June-July, check schedule
Tamil Nadu has released the Class 11 and 12 supplementary and arrear exam schedule for June and July 2026. The timetable gives students another chance to clear papers or improve marks without losing an academic year.
The Directorate of Government Examinations Tamil Nadu has officially released the supplementary examination timetable for Class 11 and Class 12 (HSE +1 and HSE +2) for the academic year 2025–26.
These exams offer a crucial opportunity for students who could not clear one or more subjects in the main board examinations to improve their scores without losing an academic year.
DATES FOR TN CLASS 11, 12 SUPPLEMENTARY EXAM
According to the official schedule, the supplementary exams will be conducted in June and July 2026.
| Class | Exam Type | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Class 12 (HSE +2) | Supplementary Exams | 29 June – 7 July 2026 |
| Class 11 (HSE +1) | Arrear Exams | 8 July – 16 July 2026 |
All examinations will be held in a single shift from 10:00 am to 1:15 pm, with reading time from 10:00 am to 10:10 am and verification from 10:10 am to 10:15 am.
APPLICATION AND REVALUATION SCHEDULE
The board has also released key application dates:
Supplementary exam applications: 18 May – 2 June 2026
Revaluation / retotalling requests: 5 June – 8 June 2026
Students must apply within the given timeline through the official portal.
WHO CAN APPEAR FOR THE EXAMS?
The supplementary exams are open to:
Class 12 students who failed in one or more subjects
Students seeking mark improvement
Class 11 students with arrears in subjects
These exams help students avoid losing an academic year and continue their studies smoothly.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD TN CLASS 11, 12 SUPPLEMENTARY EXAM TIMETABLE
Students can access the full schedule online:
Visit the official website: DGE Tamil Nadu
Go to the “Time Table” section
Download the PDF for Class 11 and Class 12 supplementary exams
EXAM PATTERN AND CONTEXT
The Tamil Nadu board had declared Class 12 results on 8 May 2026, after which many students awaited this supplementary schedule.
Last year, supplementary exams were conducted from 25 June to 2 July, with results announced on 25 July, giving students a structured opportunity to recover academically.
These supplementary exams play a key role in ensuring academic continuity. By offering a second chance, the board supports students in completing their schooling without disruption, reducing pressure and helping them move forward in higher education opportunities.