The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) is conducting the Special TET 2026 for working teachers on July 4 and July 5, 2026 (Saturday and Sunday) at centres across the state. Once the exam concludes each day, TRB is expected to release the provisional answer key on its official website, allowing candidates to check their responses before the final result is declared.
Special TET 2026: Quick Overview
This Special TET is meant exclusively for in-service teachers who were appointed on or before September 1, 2025, and have not yet cleared TET. A total of 2,29,129 teachers are expected to appear across both papers:
- 61,386 candidates for TET Paper I (Secondary Grade Teachers, Classes 1–5)
- 1,67,743 candidates for TET Paper II (Graduate Teachers, Classes 6–8)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Tamil Nadu Special TET 2026 (Working Teachers) |
| Conducting Body | Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Tamil Nadu |
| Paper I Exam Date | July 4, 2026 |
| Paper II Exam Date | July 5, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline, OMR-based |
| Total Questions/Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Official Website | trb.tn.gov.in |
TN Special TET Answer Key 2026: Paper I and Paper II
TRB usually opens a short window for candidates to log in, view the provisional key, and raise objections if needed, before the final key is used for evaluation. Links will be added here the moment they’re active:
- TNTET Paper I Answer Key — Link to be added once released
- TNTET Paper II Answer Key — Link to be added once released
How to Download the Special TET Answer Key 2026
Once TRB activates the link, candidates can follow these steps to access the provisional answer key:
- Visit the official TRB website: trb.tn.gov.in
- Look for the ‘Special TET Exam Answer Key 2026’ link on the homepage or under the Answer Keys section.
- Log in using your user ID/register number and password.
- Open the paper-wise PDF and compare it against your recorded responses.
- Download and save a copy for your own reference before the final result is announced.
If you spot a discrepancy, TRB typically allows candidates to submit objections against the provisional key within a specified window — keep an eye on the official site for that notification too.
TN TET Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General Category: 60% (90 marks)
- BC, BCM, MBC/DNC, PwD: 50% (75 marks)
- SC, SCA, ST: 40% (60 marks)
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the TN Special TET 2026 answer key be released?
TRB has not announced an exact date yet. It is typically released within a few days of the exam. This page will be updated as soon as the official link is live.
Where can I download the Special TET answer key?
Only on the official TRB website, trb.tn.gov.in — no other portal issues the official key.
Can I challenge the provisional answer key?
Yes, TRB usually allows candidates to raise objections during a fixed window before finalising the key. Details will be published on the official site.
Is there negative marking in TNTET?
No, there is no negative marking in the TNTET exam.