What is TN-IAC 2026?
TN-IAC 2026 — Tamil Nadu Inter-School Academic Championship — is a statewide academic championship league designed to discover and celebrate Tamil Nadu's brightest school students. Organized by TestSeriesPro, it brings together students from CBSE, ICSE, State Board, and Matriculation schools through a 3-stage journey, starting right at your own school.
Statewide Scale
Regional Finals are held at hub venues across all 38 districts of Tamil Nadu — Chennai alone runs 8 hubs, consolidated from its 15 administrative zones — while Tier 1 reaches every school directly.
All Boards Welcome
CBSE, ICSE, Tamil Nadu State Board, and Matriculation students all compete on a level playing field with board-specific question papers.
Three-Stage Competition
Start at your own school — top performers advance to Regional Finals, and the very best go on to the State Grand Finale representing all of Tamil Nadu.
Prizes Worth ₹2.83 Cr+
₹7 Lakh+ District Champion cash prizes in every district, plus a ₹17 Lakh+ State Grand Finale pool — separate cash prizes for CBSE and State Board tracks, across 10 classes (3rd–12th).
School Recognition Too
Schools earn awards for best performance, highest participation, and producing district and state champions — putting your school on Tamil Nadu's academic map.
Fair & Transparent
Conducted by TestSeriesPro — trusted by thousands of students for competitive exam preparation — with standardized, unbiased evaluation.
Who Can Participate?
TN-IAC 2026 is open to all school students from Class 3 to Class 12, across all major boards in Tamil Nadu.
How the Exam Works
A focused 45-minute test designed to evaluate well-rounded academic ability — not just one subject, but five dimensions of learning.
Subject Breakdown — 50 Questions
Regional Hubs Across Tamil Nadu
TN-IAC 2026 Regional Finals are held at hub venues across all 38 districts of Tamil Nadu — only Tier 1 School Qualifier winners advance here. Chennai's own 8-hub network (below) is live today; hub venues for every other district are being added on a rolling basis as districts get staffed. Chennai's Hubs 1, 2, 3, 4 and Hubs 5, 6, 7, 8 compete across late January – February 2027, alongside district hub venues opening statewide.
Win Big. Be Recognized.
Prizes at three levels — your Hub, your District Champion round, and the State Grand Finale. Every class, every district, every board.
Hub Level Prizes
Hub HonorsState Grand Finale
Highest AchievementDistrict Champions from every district advance to the State Grand Finale, hosted in Chennai. Statewide rankings and cash prizes declared per class.
Prizes awarded separately for CBSE/ICSE Track and State/Matric Track — across all 10 classes at the Grand Finale.
| Class | CBSE / ICSE Track | State / Matric Track | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1st | 🥈 2nd | 🥉 3rd | 🥇 1st | 🥈 2nd | 🥉 3rd | |
| 3rd | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 4th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 5th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 6th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 7th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 8th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 9th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12th | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Total Prize Pool: ₹2.83 Cr+ · ₹7,00,000 District Champion prizes in every district + ₹17,00,000 State Grand Finale pool (60 cash prizes across 10 classes × 2 tracks × 3 positions) | ||||||
School Awards
Institution RecognitionTN-IAC 2026 is not just a student competition — it is a school recognition platform. Schools earn prestigious statewide awards based on performance and participation.
Best School in Tamil Nadu
One top-performing school recognized per board — CBSE, ICSE, State Board, and Matriculation. Awarded based on overall student performance at the Grand Finale.
Best Supporting Principal
One principal honored per board for exceptional support, encouragement, and enabling student participation. Recognizes visionary school leadership.
Highest Participation
Top school in every hub across Tamil Nadu, plus one statewide award for the school with the highest total participation across all districts and classes.
School of Champions
Schools whose students win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place at the Grand Finale receive a special "School of Champions" award — the ultimate badge of academic excellence.
More Than a Competition
TN-IAC 2026 is an experience that shapes sharper students, stronger thinkers, and more confident young people.
Test Your Real Ability
Go beyond your textbook. TN-IAC tests how well you think, reason, and apply knowledge — skills that matter far beyond school exams.
Compete at a State Stage
Most students never get to compete beyond their school. TN-IAC gives you a real arena — your hub, your district, then all of Tamil Nadu.
Win Life-Changing Prizes
Up to ₹20,000 in District Champion prizes, and ₹50,000 for State Grand Finale toppers — plus trophies and medals that sit on your shelf for life.
Recognition That Lasts
A TN-IAC certificate and medal is not just an award — it's proof of merit on a competitive statewide platform, something colleges and scholarship committees notice.
Build Academic Confidence
The experience of preparing for and sitting a real competitive exam builds a resilience and self-belief that carries into board exams, entrance tests, and beyond.
Make Your School Proud
Your performance earns recognition for your school too — Best School, Highest Participation, School of Champions. Be the student who put your school on the map.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in TN-IAC 2026? +
Students from Class 3 to Class 12 across CBSE, ICSE, Tamil Nadu State Board, and Matriculation schools — open to all 38 districts of Tamil Nadu.
What is the registration deadline? +
Registrations are open now, with no fixed cut-off. Schools can register anytime and choose their preferred exam slot within the School Qualifier window: 1 September – 31 October 2026. We recommend booking your slot at least 2 weeks ahead so your question papers arrive on time.
When and where is the exam? +
Tier 1 (School Qualifier) is conducted at your own school on a slot your school books in advance, anytime between 1 September and 31 October 2026 — no travel required. Tier 2 (Regional Finals) is held at your district's hub venue. Regional and District Finals run late January – February 2027, staggered across Tamil Nadu's districts — exact dates are shared directly with qualified students.
What are the prizes? +
Hub winners receive trophies, medals, and certificates. District Champions receive cash prizes of ₹20,000 (1st), ₹10,000 (2nd), ₹5,000 (3rd) in every district. State Grand Finale prizes — ₹50,000 (1st), ₹25,000 (2nd), ₹10,000 (3rd) — are awarded separately for CBSE/ICSE and State/Matric tracks, per class. Combined with District Champion prizes in every district, the total statewide prize pool is ₹2.83 Cr+.
Are there separate papers for different boards? +
Yes. Track A for CBSE/ICSE students and Track B for State Board/Matriculation students — ensuring fair, curriculum-aligned questions for everyone.
What is the exam format? +
50 MCQ questions in 45 minutes covering Maths (10), Science (10), English (10), Logical & Reasoning (10), and GK & Current Affairs (10).
Ready to Compete for Tamil Nadu?
School Qualifiers run 1 September – 31 October 2026. Register your school today to secure your slot.