Archive · 24 Sep 2026
Tamil Nadu Schools Told to Avoid Special Classes During Break
Tamil Nadu students are taking their quarterly exams from September 16 to 25.
After the exams, schools will have a holiday from September 26 to October 4.
The Education Department has told schools not to hold extra classes during this break.
This is especially important for students in Classes 10 and 12.
The department wants students to rest after their exams.
Teachers can still help students study by giving them assignments.
Students are also being advised to study one subject each day at home.
The instructions say students should not take trips during the break.
The Tamil Nadu School Education Department has banned special classes during the quarterly examination break.
Quarterly examinations for state-syllabus students are scheduled from September 16 to 25.
Schools will remain closed for the holiday from September 26 to October 4.
Headteachers may be held responsible if prohibited classes lead to an untoward incident.
Teachers should assign holiday work, recommend one subject per day, and advise students not to travel.
- Who
- The Tamil Nadu School Education Department, headteachers, teachers, and students.
- What
- Schools have been instructed not to conduct special classes during the quarterly examination holiday.
- When
- Quarterly examinations run from September 16 to 25, followed by a holiday from September 26 to October 4.
- Where
- Schools across Tamil Nadu, including government schools and schools of other categories.
- Why
- To give students time away from regular classes while allowing study through home assignments and daily study guidance.
- Examination period
- September 16–25
- Holiday period
- September 26–October 4
- Affected students
- Students following the Tamil Nadu state syllabus
- Particularly relevant classes
- Classes 10 and 12
- School instruction
- No special classes during the announced break
- Holiday study guidance
- Assignments and one subject of study each day
- Additional advice
- Students should not undertake trips during the break