Admission Age Calculator
Check class eligibility for TN Schools • Cutoff: July 31 • Pre-KG to Class 12
Please enter both Date of Birth and Academic Year!
Age as of July 31,
0 Years, 0 Months
Standard TN Government cutoff date
Recommended Class
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2 yrsPre-KG
3 yrsLKG
4 yrsUKG
5 yrsClass 1
6 yrsClass 2
7 yrsClass 3
10 yrsClass 6
14 yrsClass 10
📖 How to Use
1
Enter the child's date of birth exactly as per the birth certificate. Use the date picker for accurate input.
2
Enter the academic year in which you want to seek admission. For example, enter 2026 for the 2026–27 school year.
3
Click "Check Class Eligibility" — the tool calculates the child's age as on July 31 of the entered year, which is the official TN Govt cutoff date.
4
See the result — exact age in years and months is shown, along with the recommended class and eligibility status as per government norms.
5
Check the reference table below the result for a quick overview of age-to-class mapping from Pre-KG to Class 10.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is July 31 used as the cutoff date?▼
The Tamil Nadu Government has fixed July 31 as the official age cutoff date for school admissions. A child's age is calculated as of this date to determine class eligibility each academic year.
What is the minimum age for Class 1 admission in TN?▼
As per Tamil Nadu government norms, a child must have completed 5 years of age on or before July 31 of the admission year to be eligible for Class 1 (First Standard).
What age is required for LKG and UKG admission?▼
LKG: Child should be 3 years old as of July 31. UKG: Child should be 4 years old as of July 31. Pre-KG (Play School): Usually accepted from age 2, though norms vary by school.
My child turns 5 only in August — are they eligible for Class 1?▼
No. If the child turns 5 after July 31, they will not have completed 5 years by the cutoff date and will not be eligible for Class 1 in that academic year. They should wait for the next year's admission.
Does this apply to private schools too?▼
The July 31 cutoff is the official government norm applicable to government and government-aided schools in Tamil Nadu. Private unaided schools may have slightly different policies, but most follow the same cutoff.
What if the child is overage for the recommended class?▼
If the child's age is higher than the typical age for a class, they may be admitted to a higher class at the school's discretion. The tool shows the standard recommended class based on age.
Is this tool officially from the TN Government?▼
No. This is an independent calculator tool for reference purposes only. Always verify eligibility with the school administration or official TN School Education Department guidelines before applying.
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