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Key Facts: Tamil Nadu SSLC Science Exam

10:00–1:15

Official March/April 2026 SSLC theory sitting window including reading/verification (dge.tn.gov.in)

DGE TN SSLC March/April 2026 timetable

35/100

Minimum pass mark in each SSLC subject (Science has separate theory/practical floors)

DGE sslc.pdf scheme of examination

₹115

Pupil candidate examination fee package before exemptions (exam + mark certificate + service charges)

DGE sslc.pdf

DGE TN

Administered by the Directorate of Government Examinations, Chennai

dge.tn.gov.in

SCERT syllabus

Class 10 textbooks and syllabus prescribed by SCERT / School Education Department (Samacheer Kalvi)

DGE SSLC scheme / Uniform System of Education

100 marks

Per-subject total for Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and language papers as notified

DGE sslc.pdf

Free English MCQ practice for Tamil Nadu SSLC Science (DGE). Official assessment includes theory and practicals — this bank is a study adaptation, not a lab simulation.

Sample Tamil Nadu SSLC Science Practice Questions

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1SI unit of force is:

A.Joule

B.Newton

C.Watt

D.Pascal

Explanation: Force is measured in newton (N). One newton is the force that gives a 1 kg mass an acceleration of 1 m/s² (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²).

2The product of mass and velocity of a body is called:

A.Acceleration

B.Force

C.Momentum

D.Impulse

Explanation: Linear momentum p = m × v. It is a vector quantity and has SI unit kg·m/s.

3According to Newton’s first law of motion, a body continues in its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by:

A.Inertia

B.An unbalanced external force

C.Friction only

D.Gravity only

Explanation: Newton’s first law (law of inertia): a body remains at rest or in uniform straight-line motion unless an unbalanced external force acts on it.

4The SI unit of electric current is:

A.Volt

B.Ohm

C.Ampere

D.Coulomb

Explanation: Electric current is measured in ampere (A). One ampere is one coulomb of charge flowing per second.

5Ohm’s law states that, at constant temperature, V is directly proportional to:

A.Resistance R

B.Current I

C.Power P

D.Charge Q

Explanation: Ohm’s law: V ∝ I at constant temperature for an ohmic conductor, so V = IR.

6The device that measures electric current in a circuit is a:

A.Voltmeter

B.Ammeter

C.Galvanometer only used for voltage

D.Wattmeter

Explanation: An ammeter measures current and is connected in series with the circuit component.

7Among common transparent media, light travels fastest in:

A.Water

B.Glass

C.Air

D.Diamond

Explanation: Among common media, the speed of light is highest in air (closest to vacuum) and lower in denser optical media such as water, glass, and diamond.

8The angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection. This is a law of:

A.Refraction

B.Reflection

C.Diffraction

D.Dispersion

Explanation: Laws of reflection: (1) incident ray, reflected ray and normal lie in one plane; (2) angle of incidence = angle of reflection.

9Heat energy is measured in SI units of:

A.Celsius

B.Joule

C.Calorie only

D.Kelvin

Explanation: Heat is a form of energy and is measured in joules (J) in SI. Calorie is a non-SI unit sometimes still used.

10Sound is a: Choose the correct answer.

A.Electromagnetic wave that needs no medium

B.Mechanical longitudinal wave that needs a medium

C.Transverse wave that travels in vacuum

D.Particle stream of electrons

Explanation: Sound is a mechanical longitudinal wave. It needs a material medium (solid, liquid, or gas) and cannot travel in vacuum.

About the Tamil Nadu SSLC Science Exam

Tamil Nadu SSLC Science is the Class 10 public examination subject under DGE Tamil Nadu covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from Samacheer Kalvi, with theory and practical components (minimum 20/75 theory and 15/25 practical per sslc.pdf). Official theory is mixed written format toward the 100-mark subject.

Exam sponsor: Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official Tamil Nadu SSLC (Class 10) public examination paper in Science, administered by DGE Tamil Nadu. March/April 2026 theory sittings run 10:00 a.m.–1:15 p.m. including reading and particulars verification (scheme also cites 2½ hours examination duration). Each subject is out of 100 marks with minimum 35 for a pass. Science includes theory (minimum 20/75) and practical (minimum 15/25) floors per sslc.pdf. Part III non-language question papers are provided in English, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam

Time Limit

Official March/April 2026 SSLC theory sitting 10:00 a.m.–1:15 p.m. including reading and particulars verification (about 3 hours total; scheme documents also describe 2½ hours examination duration). Confirm the current-year DGE timetable.

Passing Score

Minimum 35 out of 100 in each subject (sslc.pdf). For Science with theory and practical: minimum 20/75 in theory and 15/25 in practical. Confirm current DGE result rules.

Exam / Certification Fees

Pupil candidates: DGE SSLC scheme (sslc.pdf) lists Examination Fee ₹100 + Mark Certificate Fee ₹10 + Service Charges ₹5 (total ₹115). Direct private candidates: Examination Fee ₹100 + Mark Certificate Fee ₹10 + Registration Fee ₹10 + Service Charge ₹5 (total ₹125). Tamil-medium candidates and other notified categories may be fee-exempt under current G.Os. Confirm the session circular on dge.tn.gov.in.

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Our practice resources: topics covered

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30%

Physics

Mechanics basics, electricity, light, heat, and waves at Class 10 depth.

30%

Chemistry

Atomic structure, periodic properties, reactions, acids-bases-salts, carbon compounds intro.

30%

Biology

Life processes, control and coordination, reproduction, heredity, and environment.

10%

Applied Science and Practical Skills Concepts

Lab safety, measurement ideas, and application/technology links.

Preparing for the Tamil Nadu SSLC Science Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Minimum 35 out of 100 in each subject (sslc.pdf). For Science with theory and practical: minimum 20/75 in theory and 15/25 in practical. Confirm current DGE result rules.
Assessment: Official Tamil Nadu SSLC (Class 10) public examination paper in Science, administered by DGE Tamil Nadu. March/April 2026 theory sittings run 10:00 a.m.–1:15 p.m. including reading and particulars verification (scheme also cites 2½ hours examination duration). Each subject is out of 100 marks with minimum 35 for a pass. Science includes theory (minimum 20/75) and practical (minimum 15/25) floors per sslc.pdf. Part III non-language question papers are provided in English, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam
Time limit: Official March/April 2026 SSLC theory sitting 10:00 a.m.–1:15 p.m. including reading and particulars verification (about 3 hours total; scheme documents also describe 2½ hours examination duration). Confirm the current-year DGE timetable.
Exam / certification fees: Pupil candidates: DGE SSLC scheme (sslc.pdf) lists Examination Fee ₹100 + Mark Certificate Fee ₹10 + Service Charges ₹5 (total ₹115). Direct private candidates: Examination Fee ₹100 + Mark Certificate Fee ₹10 + Registration Fee ₹10 + Service Charge ₹5 (total ₹125). Tamil-medium candidates and other notified categories may be fee-exempt under current G.Os. Confirm the session circular on dge.tn.gov.in. Official sources

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Tamil Nadu SSLC Science: Suggested Study Strategy

1Balance Physics, Chemistry, and Biology weekly.

2Complete practical records—Science has separate practical floors.

3Practise electricity and chemistry numericals.

4Draw labelled biology diagrams.

5Write official long answers after MCQs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tamil Nadu SSLC Science exam?

It is the official Class 10 (SSLC) public examination paper in Science, conducted by the Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, under the Samacheer Kalvi / Uniform System of Education syllabus.

When is the March/April 2026 SSLC exam window?

The official DGE timetable schedules SSLC public theory examinations from 11 March 2026 to 6 April 2026 (subject-wise dates on dge.tn.gov.in).

What is the passing score?

Minimum 35 out of 100 in each subject (sslc.pdf). For Science with theory and practical: minimum 20/75 in theory and 15/25 in practical. Confirm current DGE result rules.

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

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

Where can I find the official timetable and scheme?

Download the SSLC public examination timetable and scheme (sslc.pdf) from the Directorate of Government Examinations website (dge.tn.gov.in).