A curated list of important historical dates, national days, and Tamil Nadu specific dates frequently asked in competitive exams.
Introduction
Important dates are frequently asked in competitive exams. This guide covers the most important national and Tamil Nadu specific dates that you should know.
National Important Dates
| Date | Day/Event |
|---|
| January 12 | National Youth Day (Birthday of Swami Vivekananda) |
| January 15 | Army Day |
| January 25 | National Voters' Day / National Tourism Day |
| January 26 | Republic Day |
| February 28 | National Science Day |
| March 8 | International Women's Day |
| April 14 | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| May 1 | May Day / Maharashtra Day |
| June 5 | World Environment Day |
| July 26 | Kargil Vijay Diwas |
| August 15 | Independence Day |
| August 29 | National Sports Day (Birthday of Major Dhyan Chand) |
| September 5 | Teachers' Day (Birthday of Dr. Radhakrishnan) |
| October 2 | Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 31 | National Unity Day (Birthday of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel) |
| November 14 | Children's Day (Birthday of Jawaharlal Nehru) |
| November 26 | Constitution Day |
| December 4 | Navy Day |
| December 10 | Human Rights Day |
Tamil Nadu Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|
| January 14-15 | Pongal / Thai Pirappu |
| April 14 | Tamil New Year / Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| April 14 | Birthday of B.R. Ambedkar |
| June 3 | Martyrdom of Kattabomman |
| July 18 | National Terrorist Attack Remembrance Day |
| August 15 | Independence Day |
| September 17 | World Zone Day |
| October 2 | Gandhi Jayanti |
| November 1 | State Formation Day (Formation of Andhra Pradesh) |
| December 4 | Navy Day |
Important Days by Month
January
- 12th - National Youth Day
- 15th - Army Day
- 25th - National Voters' Day
- 26th - Republic Day
March
- 8th - International Women's Day
- 22nd - World Water Day
June
- 5th - World Environment Day
- 21st - International Yoga Day
September
- 5th - Teachers' Day
- 8th - International Literacy Day
October
- 2nd - Gandhi Jayanti
- 16th - World Food Day
- 31st - National Unity Day
Key Facts to Remember
- Republic Day - January 26 (Constitution came into effect)
- Independence Day - August 15 (India became independent)
- Gandhi Jayanti - October 2 (Birthday of Mahatma Gandhi)
- Children's Day - November 14 (Birthday of Nehru)
- Teachers' Day - September 5 (Birthday of Radhakrishnan)
