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 Big Update for COA Aspirants!

The Government of Tamil Nadu has approved new rules and regulations for the Certificate Course in Computer on Office Automation (COA), replacing the older framework. This move, based on the recommendation of the Chairman, Board of Examination, and the meeting of the Human Resource Management Department on May 10, 2024, brings major changes to benefit students and job seekers.

 1. Typing Qualification Made Easy

No need for a separate Junior or Higher Grade Typing Certificate.

Typing skills are now part of the COA exam syllabus itself.

 2. Essential Qualification

Candidates must have passed SSLC (10th Standard) or any equivalent examination.

 3. e-Certificate for Pass Candidates

Successful candidates will receive a digital e-certificate for easy access and verification.

 4. Learning Resources

Students will learn using e-resources and prescribed course materials as per the latest syllabus.

 Examination Details:

 Exam Fees:

Rs. 1500 (Exam Fee) + Rs. 100 (Registration Fee)

 Exam Schedule:

Exams conducted twice a year – June and December

 Pass Criteria:

Minimum 40% in each paper

Overall aggregate: 50%

 Join the Best COA Course Today!

At Creative Computer Education, we offer:

Government-approved syllabus

Hands-on typing practice in English and Tamil

Bilingual teaching (Tamil & English)

Affordable fees for rural students

Are you planning to appear for the Government Technical Examination (GTE) for the Certificate Course in Computer on Office Automation (COA)? Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the June 2025 updated syllabus released by the Department of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.

This blog post will guide you through the syllabus, units, and important exam details. If you’re looking for COA books, training, or exam preparation support, visit CCE India – Creative Computer Education, your trusted center for COA coaching.

The COA course is designed to empower students, job seekers, and office staff with essential computer skills including:

Basic computer knowledge

Operating system use (Windows & Linux)

Word processing

Spreadsheet management

PowerPoint presentations

Digital communication

E-Office tools

Ideal for government job aspirants, this certificate is highly valuable for clerical and data entry roles.

The syllabus consists of 7 major theory units:

Covers computer generations, types, memory units, hardware/software, and input/output devices.

Learn about Windows & Linux systems – GUI, file management, Linux commands, and more.

MS Word and OpenOffice Writer – formatting, templates, styles, tables, mail merge, etc.

MS Excel and OpenOffice Calc – formulas, charts, pivot tables, validation, and formatting.

PowerPoint and OpenOffice Impress – slide design, transitions, animations, and handouts.

Covers file creation, notes, drafts, e-signing, dispatch, closure, and volume management.

Internet basics, browser tools, email, social media, Google Docs/Forms/Sheets/Slides.

Theory Exam

Duration: 1 Hour

Total Marks: 50

Passing Marks: 20

Question Types: MCQ, True/False, Match the Following

Practical Exam

Duration: 1 Hour

Total Marks: 50

Includes MS Office task and E-Office file submission

The syllabus also includes typing skills, essential for data entry roles:

English typing with QWERTY keyboard (target speed: 30-45 wpm)

Tamil typing with Tamil99 layout

Practice includes alphabets, words, paragraphs, and proverbs

At Creative Computer Education (CCE India):

We are TNGTE-approved.

We offer bilingual instruction (Tamil & English).

You get hands-on practicals on MS Office + LibreOffice.

Affordable fees for rural students.

Online/offline support available.

COA Practical Notes PDF

COA Record Format Download

COA Typing Practice Material