Free UGC NET coaching at IITS Taramani for December 2026 — Saturdays & Sundays from 3 Oct
DIPR PR 765: free in-person classes at Taramani — register on 044-2254 2992, 90808 65906, or iitstaramani@gmail.com.
International Institute of Tamil Studies, Taramani, will run free weekend coaching for UGC NET December 2026: Tamil Paper II on Saturdays and Paper I on Sundays from 3 October. Open to other college students too.
Free UGC NET coaching at IITS Taramani for December 2026 — Saturdays & Sundays from 3 Oct — Consumer, Chennai local news
Story type
Public education notice (DIPR)
Press release
No. 765 · 30.09.2026
Issuer
Director, Information & Public Relations, Chennai-9
Institute
International Institute of Tamil Studies, Taramani
Exam cycle named
UGC NET · December 2026
Fee
Free (as printed)
Category
Consumer
Primary source
DIPR Tamil press release scan supplied to this desk; dipr.tn.gov.in
What we know
Summary
Chennai, 30 September 2026 — The International Institute of Tamil Studies at Taramani will conduct free direct coaching classes for candidates writing the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) in December 2026, according to a Department of Information and Public Relations press release.
The desk is aimed at aspirants who need structured weekend classes for Tamil (Paper II) and the general teaching and research aptitude paper (Paper I) without a coaching fee.
Schedule (as printed)
| Paper | Day | Time | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper II — main subject Tamil | Every Saturday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 October 2026 |
| Paper I — Teaching & Research Aptitude | Every Sunday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 October 2026 |
The press release does not print an end date for the weekend series, a seat cap, or a walk-in vs pre-registration rule beyond the contact numbers and email. Ask IITS how long the December-cycle classes run and whether places are limited.
Who can join
Classes are free. The notice says they are open to students of the institute and students from other colleges and universities.
It does not spell out degree year, prior NET attempts, or ID documents required at the gate — confirm those points when you call or email.
Where
International Institute of Tamil Studies (உலகத் தமிழாராய்ச்சி நிறுவனம்)
Taramani, Chennai
The press release does not print a door number or landmark. Confirm the classroom block and entry point with the contacts below before the first Saturday.
How to register
| Channel | Detail |
|---|---|
| Phone | 044-2254 2992 |
| Mobile | 90808 65906 |
| iitstaramani@gmail.com |
Mention that you are enquiring about the December 2026 UGC NET free coaching (Paper I / Paper II Tamil) after seeing DIPR PR 765.
Sources
- Primary: Tamil Nadu DIPR press release No. 765 (30 September 2026) on free UGC NET December 2026 coaching at IITS, Taramani
- Department site: https://www.dipr.tn.gov.in/
What this means in Chennai
Local impact, institutions, and what residents should watch next.
Why Chennai readers should care
UGC NET is the eligibility route many postgraduates use for Assistant Professor and related academic tracks. Free weekend coaching at a state Tamil research institute in Taramani lowers the cost barrier for Chennai and suburban students who need Tamil Paper II plus the common Paper I aptitude paper — without paying a private coaching shop.
Because the notice is a DIPR release, treat it as a government information notice, then still confirm classroom logistics with IITS. NTA / UGC control the actual exam calendar, forms, and admit cards — this coaching series does not replace official exam notifications.
What to do next
- Call or email IITS with your preferred paper (I, II, or both) and ask about seats and the last class date before the December cycle.
- Confirm the Taramani classroom location and any ID you must carry.
- Separately track the official UGC NET December 2026 application window on NTA / UGC channels — this desk has not restated exam fees or form deadlines here because the press release does not cover them.
- Do not pay any third party claiming to “register” you for this free IITS class.
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FAQ
Yes. DIPR press release No. 765 says the December 2026 NET coaching classes are free of charge, including for students from other colleges and universities.
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