Who can sit the March 2026 HSE+1 public examination?

The March 2026 HSE+1 public examination timetable is notified for 2018–2025 arrear candidates only. Confirm your eligibility and registration category on dge.tn.gov.in before applying.

How long is the official theory paper?

The March 2026 timetable schedules each theory sitting from 10:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., including question-paper reading and candidate particulars verification before the main writing period.

What is the passing score?

Minimum 35 out of 100 per subject overall under the new 600-mark HSE pattern (HSE_E.pdf), with additional floors: minimum 25/90 in theory for languages/non-practical subjects. Confirm the current DGE result rules for your candidate category.

Is this practice bank the same format as the official paper?

No. Official papers use mixed written formats (and practicals where applicable). These 100 questions are an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for knowledge and judgment practice only.

Where can I find the official timetable and scheme?

Download the public examination timetable and HSE scheme documents from the Directorate of Government Examinations website (dge.tn.gov.in), including the March 2026 HSE+1 timetable PDF.

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100+ Free Tamil Nadu HSE First Year Employability Skills Practice Questions

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10:00–1:15

Official March 2026 HSE+1 theory sitting window including reading/verification time (dge.tn.gov.in timetable)

DGE TN HSE+1 March 2026 public examination timetable

35/100

Minimum pass mark per subject under the HSE new pattern, subject to theory/practical floor rules

DGE HSE_E.pdf scheme of examination

3 hours

Approximate theory writing duration after reading and particulars verification in the public exam schedule

DGE TN HSE+1 March 2026 timetable

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Administered by the Directorate of Government Examinations, Chennai, for Tamil Nadu State Board Higher Secondary

dge.tn.gov.in

Arrear 2018–2025

March 2026 HSE+1 public exams notified for arrear candidates from 2018–2025 only — confirm circulars

DGE TN official March 2026 HSE+1 timetable disclosure

SCERT syllabus

Class 11 textbooks and syllabus prescribed by SCERT / School Education Department (Samacheer Kalvi)

DGE HSE scheme — syllabus prescribed by SCERT/DSE

English MCQ bank

This practice set is an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not the official mixed written paper

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March 2026

HSE First Year public theory examinations scheduled 3–27 March 2026 with practicals 16–21 February 2026

DGE TN official timetable PDF

Free English MCQ practice for Tamil Nadu HSE +1 Employability Skills (DGE). Official paper is mixed written theory on the Samacheer Kalvi Class 11 syllabus — March 2026 sitting is for arrear candidates (2018–2025) only; this bank is a study adaptation, not a format simulation.

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1In basic communication, the process of converting ideas into words, symbols, or gestures is called:

A.Encoding

B.Decoding

C.Feedback only

D.Noise filtering

Explanation: Encoding turns thoughts into a form others can receive. Decoding is interpretation by the receiver; feedback is the response.

2Which element of communication carries the message from sender to receiver?

A.Feedback

B.Channel

C.Noise

D.Barrier only

Explanation: The channel is the medium (speech, phone, email, etc.) that carries the message between parties.

3Which of the following is an example of written communication at work?

A.A handshake

B.A facial expression

C.A formal notice on the board

D.A smile during greeting

Explanation: Notices, emails, letters, and reports are written communication. Gestures and expressions are non-verbal.

4Listening carefully without interrupting and then restating the main points is a feature of:

A.Passive hearing only

B.Selective ignoring

C.One-way broadcasting

D.Active listening

Explanation: Active listening means full attention, understanding, and often paraphrasing to confirm meaning.

5A major advantage of oral communication is that it usually:

A.Allows immediate clarification through dialogue

B.Creates a permanent legal record automatically

C.Never involves misunderstanding

D.Requires no language skills

Explanation: Face-to-face or phone talk allows quick questions and clarification. Permanent records usually need writing.

6Which greeting is most appropriate for a formal workplace email to a supervisor?

A.Hi buddy

B.Dear Mr. / Ms. [Surname]

C.Hey!

D.Yo boss

Explanation: Formal workplace emails use professional salutations such as Dear Mr./Ms. with the surname.

7Noise in the communication process mainly refers to:

A.Only loud music in every case

B.Only the receiver's feedback

C.Anything that distorts or interferes with the message

D.Only the sender's job title

Explanation: Noise includes physical, psychological, or semantic interference that distorts message transmission or understanding.

8When giving instructions to a new trainee, the best practice is to:

A.Use only unexplained jargon

B.Speak very fast to save time

C.Avoid any examples

D.Use clear, simple language and check understanding

Explanation: Clear simple language and comprehension checks reduce errors. Jargon and rushing create barriers.

9Which is primarily a psychological barrier to communication?

A.Prejudice or strong bias against the speaker

B.Broken microphone

C.Poor network signal only

D.Torn notice paper

Explanation: Prejudice and emotional bias filter what people hear. Broken devices and torn paper are physical barriers.

10Non-verbal communication includes all of the following EXCEPT:

A.Eye contact

B.Written minutes of a meeting

C.Posture

D.Facial expressions

Explanation: Meeting minutes are written verbal communication. Eye contact, posture, and expressions are non-verbal.

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