TN SSLC Result 2026: Out on 20 May at tnresults.nic.in, Revaluation, Pass Percentage and Marksheet Download

The TN SSLC Result 2026 was declared on May 20, 2026 by the Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu. A total of 8,70,643 students appeared for the exam this year, and the overall pass percentage stands at 94.31% — the highest in five years. You can check and download your result at tnresults.nic.in or dge.tn.gov.in.

To access your scorecard, you need your registration number and date of birth. The provisional marksheet has been available for download since May 22, 2026. Students who want to apply for revaluation or retotalling can do so between June 17 and June 19, 2026 on the official DGE portal.

• TN SSLC Result 2026 was declared on May 20, 2026 at 9:30 AM on tnresults.nic.in and dge.tn.gov.in
• Overall pass percentage is 94.31% — up from 93.80% in 2025
• Girls pass percentage (96.47%) is higher than boys (92.15%) by 4.32 percentage points
• A total of 8,21,105 students out of 8,70,643 passed the exam
• 5,171 schools achieved 100% pass result, including 1,931 government schools
• Provisional marksheet available on tnresults.nic.in and via DigiLocker from May 22, 2026
• Students unhappy with their marks can apply for revaluation/retotalling between June 17–19, 2026 on dge.tn.gov.in

The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, conducts the SSLC exam and declares the result for all government, government-aided, and private self-financing schools across the state.

In 2025, 8,17,261 out of 8,71,239 students passed the TN SSLC exam, giving an overall pass percentage of 93.80%.
Source: Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu

TN SSLC Result Previous Year Statistics

The TN SSLC result has shown a clear upward trend over the last five years. Overall pass percentage has climbed from 90.07% in 2022 to 94.31% in 2026 — a gain of more than 4 percentage points in four years. Girls have consistently outperformed boys in every cycle, though the gap has narrowed considerably: from 8.58 percentage points in 2022 down to 4.32 points in 2026.

Note: No SSLC exams were conducted in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All students were automatically promoted to Class XI without appearing for board exams.

Year-wise Gender Gap Trend (Girls vs Boys Pass %)

Boys have made the most noticeable improvement over this period — their pass percentage jumped from 85.80% in 2022 to 92.15% in 2026, a gain of 6.35 percentage points. Girls have also improved steadily, and the gender gap has roughly halved in four years. If this trend continues, the two could be within 2–3 percentage points of each other by 2028.

How to Check TN SSLC Result 2026

You can access your TN SSLC Result 2026 through three official channels. The fastest is tnresults.nic.in — the dedicated TN Board results portal. You can also use dge.tn.gov.in (the DGE homepage) or DigiLocker for a legally valid digital copy.

Method 1: Via tnresults.nic.in (Recommended)

• Go to tnresults.nic.in
• Click on the link for TN SSLC Result 2026
• Enter your Registration Number
• Enter your Date of Birth in DD/MM/YYYY format
• Click Submit
• Your result appears on screen — check subject-wise marks and pass/fail status
• Click the download/print button to save a copy for your records

Method 2: Via dge.tn.gov.in

• Visit dge.tn.gov.in
• Look for the SSLC Result 2026 link on the homepage
• Enter your registration number and date of birth
• Click Submit to view and download your result

Method 3: Via DigiLocker

• Visit digilocker.gov.in or open the DigiLocker app on your phone
• Sign in or create a free DigiLocker account using your mobile number
• Search for Tamil Nadu SSLC under the Education section
• Link your Class X registration number to fetch your marksheet
• Download your marksheet in PDF format
• The DigiLocker marksheet is a digitally signed, legally valid document — accepted at schools and colleges for admission and verification

TN SSLC Marksheet 2026

The provisional TN SSLC marksheet 2026 has been available for download since May 22, 2026 — two days after the result declaration. You can get it from tnresults.nic.in, dge.tn.gov.in, or through the DigiLocker app. Your school will distribute the original physical marksheet on a date it announces separately.

What the Marksheet Contains

• Student’s name, registration number, and school name
• Subject-wise marks (theory and practical where applicable)
• Total marks scored out of maximum marks
• Grade awarded for each subject
• Overall result status — Pass or RI (Re-Appear)
• Month and year of passing

How to Download TN SSLC Provisional Marksheet 2026

• Visit tnresults.nic.in or dge.tn.gov.in
• Click on the TN SSLC Provisional Marksheet 2026 link
• Enter your registration number and date of birth
• Click Submit
• Your marksheet opens as a PDF — download and save it
• Print a copy for your records; you may need it for Class XI admission

How to Get Marksheet via DigiLocker

• Open the DigiLocker app or visit digilocker.gov.in
• Sign in with your registered mobile number and OTP
• Go to Issued Documents → Education
• Find your TN SSLC 2026 marksheet and tap Download
• The document is digitally signed and legally valid

Provisional vs Original Marksheet

Keep the provisional marksheet safe — most schools and colleges accept it for Class XI admission while you wait for the original. Report any discrepancy in your name or marks to your school immediately after download.

TN SSLC Grading System 2026

The TN SSLC result uses a letter grade system alongside marks scored. Each subject carries a maximum of 100 marks, and the grade is assigned based on the range your marks fall into. You need at least 35 marks (Grade D or above) in every subject to pass. Here is the full grade scale:

If you score below 35 in any subject, you get an RI (Re-Appear) grade for that paper. You then need to clear it in the supplementary exam to complete your SSLC. The RI grade does not affect your scores in other subjects — your marks in subjects where you scored 35 or above remain as declared.

For subjects that have a theory component and a practical component, both parts are marked separately. You need to meet the passing minimum in each component independently — a high theory score cannot cover a low practical score.

TN SSLC Passing Criteria and Grace Marks

The TN SSLC passing rule is straightforward: you must score at least 35 out of 100 in every subject to pass. There is no overall aggregate requirement — you have to clear each subject independently.

Passing Criteria

Grace Marks Policy

The Tamil Nadu Board does not provide grace marks for SSLC. If you score 34 in a subject, you are marked as failed (RI) in that paper — even if your performance in all other subjects is excellent. A high aggregate cannot compensate for a shortfall in any one subject.

This is different from some other state boards that offer 1–5 grace marks to students who are just below the pass threshold. In Tamil Nadu, the 35-mark rule applies strictly without any such provision at the SSLC level.

If you believe your answer sheets were incorrectly evaluated and you are close to the pass boundary, the correct route is to apply for revaluation or retotalling — not to expect grace marks (see Section 9 below).

TN SSLC Revaluation and Retotalling 2026

If you are not satisfied with your TN SSLC 2026 marks, you can apply for revaluation or retotalling on dge.tn.gov.in. The application window is June 17 to June 19, 2026. The fee is Rs 505 per subject.

Revaluation vs Retotalling — What Is the Difference?

How to Apply for Revaluation / Retotalling 2026 — Step by Step

Before applying, note that the window to request a scanned copy of your answer sheet was May 22–27, 2026 (now closed). If you obtained your scanned copy and spotted a discrepancy, follow these steps during the June 17–19 window:

• Visit dge.tn.gov.in between June 17–19, 2026
• Log in with your registration number
• Select the subject(s) for which you want revaluation or retotalling
• Pay the fee of Rs 505 per subject online
• Submit the application and save the confirmation receipt
• Revised results will be announced in July 2026

Important Points Before You Apply

• The application fee of Rs 505 per subject is non-refundable
• If your marks increase after revaluation and you cross 35, your pass status updates — you won’t need the supplementary exam for that subject
• If the revised marks are lower than the original, the lower marks apply — apply only if you genuinely believe there is an error
• Revised results come out in July 2026; the SSLC certificate is updated accordingly

TN SSLC Supplementary Exam 2026

Students who failed in one or more subjects in the TN SSLC 2026 main exam can appear for the supplementary (compartment) exam to clear those subjects. The supplementary exam starts from July 8, 2026. Passing it qualifies you for Class XI admission with a 2026 passing year on your SSLC certificate.

Key Details

Who Can Apply

• Students who scored below 35 (RI grade) in one or more subjects in the TN SSLC 2026 main exam
• Private candidates who missed the main exam or need to clear specific subjects

What Happens After Clearing the Supplementary

• Your SSLC certificate shows 2026 as the passing year — you are not required to repeat the full academic year
• You can apply for Class XI admission with your supplementary exam result
• Only the subjects you appeared for in the supplementary exam are updated — marks in already-passed subjects from the main exam remain unchanged

What to Do After TN SSLC Result 2026

Once your TN SSLC 2026 result is out, the steps ahead depend on your result. Here is a clear action plan for each situation.

If You Have Passed

• Download your provisional marksheet from tnresults.nic.in or DigiLocker if you haven’t already
• Collect the original marksheet from your school when it announces the distribution date
• Apply for Class XI admission — Tamil Nadu school admissions for Class XI (Higher Secondary) open after the SSLC result; check with your school about the application process and deadlines
• Choose your stream — Science, Commerce, Arts, or Vocational; your SSLC marks, interests, and the seats available at your preferred school will guide this choice
• Report any discrepancy in your marksheet (name, date of birth, marks) to your school immediately so corrections can be processed before the original is issued

If You Want to Improve Your Marks

• Apply for revaluation or retotalling between June 17–19, 2026 on dge.tn.gov.in (Rs 505 per subject)
• Revised results come in July 2026 — if marks increase, your certificate is updated accordingly

If You Failed in One or More Subjects

• Register for the supplementary exam — it starts July 8, 2026; apply on dge.tn.gov.in
• Private candidate registration closes June 6, 2026
• Prepare focused material for the subjects you need to clear — the supplementary exam uses the same syllabus and has the same passing mark of 35 out of 100
• You can still join Class XI after clearing the supplementary in July — your SSLC shows 2026 as the passing year

Scholarships After TN SSLC 2026

• The Tamil Nadu government offers several scholarships for Class XI and above — including state merit scholarships, the Tamil Nadu Backward Classes Scholarship, and welfare department scholarships for SC/ST students
• Eligibility is typically based on family income and SSLC marks — check the official Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal for eligibility criteria and application timelines once your result is confirmed
• Keep a copy of your provisional marksheet and your family’s income certificate ready, as most scholarship applications open soon after the SSLC result