What are the subjects in Tamil Nadu Board Class 10?

Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 has 5 core subjects: Tamil, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science. All subjects are available in both Tamil and English medium.

Is the Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 syllabus available in English medium?

Yes, Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 syllabus is available in both Tamil and English medium. Students can choose their preferred medium of instruction.

Where can I download the Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 syllabus PDF?

The Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 syllabus PDF is available on the official TNBSE website. You can also get detailed subject-wise syllabus information from the sections below.

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Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 Syllabus 2026-27

Complete TNBSE Class 10 Subject-wise Curriculum for Board Exam

5 Core Subjects • Tamil & English Medium • Updated for 2026-27
Detailed syllabus for Tamil, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science as per TNBSE board exam guidelines.

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5 Subjects 2 Language Options 100 Marks Each Board Exam Syllabus

Tamil English Mathematics Science Social Science

Tamil (தமிழ்) Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 Tamil syllabus focuses on developing advanced language skills through literature, grammar, and composition. Students build strong communication skills essential for higher education and careers.

Unit	Topics	Marks
இலக்கியம் (Literature)	கற்பனை இலக்கியம் - கவிதை மற்றும் உரைநடை உரைநடை இலக்கியம் - சிறுகதை, கட்டுரை இலக்கிய வரலாறு - பண்டைய, இடைக்கால, நவீன இலக்கியப் படைப்பாளர்கள் - தஞ்சை, திருவள்ளுவர் இலக்கிய வகைகள் - உரைநடை, கவிதை, நாடகம் தமிழ் இலக்கியத்தின் சிறப்பம்சங்கள் நவீன தமிழ் இலக்கியப் போக்குகள்	25
இலக்கணம் (Grammar)	சந்தி - உயிர்ச்சந்தி, மெய்ச்சந்தி, புள்ளிச்சந்தி சமாசம் - தத்புருச, பஹுவிரிஹி, த்வந்துவ வேற்றுமை - முதலாம், இரண்டாம், மூன்றாம், நான்காம் அணிகள் - உவமை, உருவகம், தொடை, இயைபு சொல்வகை - பெயர்ச்சொல், வினைச்சொல், உரிச்சொல் தொடரியல் - வாக்கிய அமைப்பு இலக்கணப் பயிற்சி - சரியான வாக்கிய அமைப்பு மொழியியல் அடிப்படைகள்	30
உரைநடை (Composition)	கட்டுரை எழுதுதல் - விளக்கவுரை, விவரணை கடிதம் எழுதுதல் - முறையான, முறைசாரா சுருக்கம் எழுதுதல் - கருத்து சுருக்கம் கதை எழுதுதல் - படைப்பு எழுத்து உரையாடல் எழுதுதல் விளம்பரம் எழுதுதல் செய்தி எழுதுதல்	20
நாடகம் (Drama)	நாடக இலக்கிய வகைகள் தேர்ந்தெடுக்கப்பட்ட நாடகங்கள் நாடகத்தின் கூறுகள் நாடக மேடை அமைப்பு நடிப்பு மற்றும் உரையாடல்	5
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities, project work	20

Note: Students can choose between Tamil and English medium. The syllabus content is adapted accordingly for each medium. Internal assessment includes periodic tests and notebook submission.

English Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 English syllabus develops comprehensive language skills including reading, writing, grammar, and literature appreciation. Students build a strong foundation in English communication essential for higher education.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Reading Comprehension	Unseen passages with comprehension questions Inference and analytical questions Advanced vocabulary building Word meanings and contextual usage Passage-based question answering Summary writing from passages Critical thinking questions	15
Prose	Selected prose pieces from prescribed textbook Author introduction and literary contribution Critical analysis and interpretation Thematic and stylistic analysis Character analysis and plot study Moral and ethical lessons Application to real-life situations	20
Poetry	Selected poems from prescribed textbook Poet introduction and literary contribution Poetic devices and analysis Meaning and interpretation Rhyme scheme and meter study Imagery and figurative language Theme and message of poems	15
Grammar	Tenses - Present, Past, Future (All forms) Parts of Speech - Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb Prepositions and Conjunctions Active and Passive Voice Direct and Indirect Speech Articles and Determiners Modals and their usage Subject-Verb Agreement Sentence Transformation Error Correction	20
Writing Skills	Essay Writing - Descriptive, Narrative, Argumentative Letter Writing - Formal, Informal, Business Story Writing with given clues Precis Writing and Summary Paragraph Writing Dialogue Writing Report Writing	10
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities, project work	20

Pro Tip: Read English newspapers and storybooks daily to improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. Practice writing essays on current topics to enhance writing skills.

Mathematics Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 Mathematics syllabus covers comprehensive topics including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, and statistics. Students develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential for higher education and competitive exams.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Number Systems	Real Numbers - Euclid's Division Lemma, Fundamental Theorem Rational and Irrational Numbers Decimal Expansions Surds and their Operations Exponents and Powers	8
Algebra	Polynomials - Types, Zeros, Factor Theorem Linear Equations in Two Variables Quadratic Equations - Solving Methods Arithmetic Progressions - nth term, Sum Algebraic Expressions and Identities Factorization and Expansion Word Problems and Applications	20
Geometry	Triangles - Similarity, Pythagoras Theorem Circles - Tangents, Secants, Properties Constructions - Geometric Constructions Quadrilaterals - Properties and Types Coordinate Geometry - Distance, Section Formula Area of Geometric Figures	16
Trigonometry	Introduction to Trigonometry - Ratios Trigonometric Identities Heights and Distances - Applications Angles of Elevation and Depression Values of Trigonometric Ratios	12
Mensuration	Area of Plane Figures - Triangle, Quadrilateral, Circle Surface Area and Volume of Cubes, Cuboids, Cylinders Surface Area and Volume of Cones, Spheres, Hemispheres Conversion of Units Applications of Mensuration Frustum of a Cone	12
Statistics	Data Handling and Representation Mean, Median, Mode - Grouped and Ungrouped Data Graphical Representation - Bar Graph, Histogram, Ogive Pie Chart and Line Graph Data Interpretation Probability - Basic Concepts	12
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities	20

Note: Regular practice is essential for Mathematics. Solve problems from each unit daily and focus on understanding concepts rather than rote memorization. Practice previous year board exam papers.

Science Syllabus 2026-27

Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 Science covers comprehensive topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with emphasis on practical applications and scientific inquiry. Students develop analytical and observational skills essential for higher education.

Unit	Topics	Marks
Physics	Light - Reflection and Refraction Human Eye and Colourful World Electricity - Ohm's Law, Circuits Magnetic Effects of Electric Current Sources of Energy Electromagnetic Induction Work, Energy and Power	28
Chemistry	Chemical Reactions and Equations Acids, Bases and Salts Metals and Non-Metals Carbon and its Compounds Periodic Classification of Elements Chemical Bonding Environmental Chemistry	24
Biology	Life Processes - Nutrition, Respiration, Transport Control and Coordination - Nervous and Endocrine System Reproduction in Organisms Heredity and Evolution Our Environment - Ecosystem, Food Chain Management of Natural Resources Sustainable Development	28
Internal Assessment	Practical work, periodic tests, notebook submission, project work	20

Practical Work: Hands-on experiments for each unit to develop scientific inquiry and observation skills. Students must maintain a practical record book and complete all experiments as per TNBSE guidelines.

Tamil Nadu Board Class 10 Social Science provides comprehensive understanding of Indian history, geography, political systems, and economic concepts with focus on Tamil Nadu's heritage and contemporary issues.

Unit	Topics	Marks
History	Nationalism in Europe Nationalism in India - Freedom Struggle The Making of a Global World The Age of Industrialisation Print Culture and the Modern World Indian National Movement (1885-1947) Post-Independence India Tamil Nadu's Role in Freedom Struggle	20
Geography	Resources and Development Forest and Wildlife Resources Water Resources Agriculture - Types and Crops Minerals and Energy Resources Manufacturing Industries Lifelines of National Economy - Transport, Communication Geography of Tamil Nadu - Districts, Rivers, Climate	20
Political Science	Power Sharing - Forms and Importance Federalism - Indian Context Democracy and Diversity Gender, Religion and Caste Popular Struggles and Movements Political Parties - National and State Outcomes of Democracy Challenges to Democracy	20
Economics	Development - Indicators and Measurement Sectors of Indian Economy Money and Credit - Banking System Globalisation and the Indian Economy Consumer Rights and Awareness Economic Reforms and Policies Economy of Tamil Nadu	20
Internal Assessment	Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, map work	20

Map Work: Students are required to practice map work for Geography and History. Map-based questions carry 4-5 marks in the board exam. Focus on Tamil Nadu's geographical features and historical locations.

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