Deer Tags
Tennessee Deer Tags
2026
Complete guide to deer tag requirements in Tennessee — official agency links, resident and nonresident tag fees, antlerless permits, bag limits, and how to purchase your tags. Tennessee has a strong whitetail deer population with tags included in the hunting license. Tennessee uses an electronic reporting system (Deer Hunt Reporter app) for all deer harvest. The state's diverse habitat from the Appalachian Mountains to the Mississippi Delta supports excellent deer hunting. Tennessee has strict CWD management protocols in counties where the disease has been detected.
Tag Included w/ License
Up to 3 Tags (Resident)
2026 Deer Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Tag Fee
Included
Included with base license
Nonresident Fee
$150
per nonresident deer tag
Max Tags (Resident)
3
deer per season
Tag Required?
Yes
Tag included with base license
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Tennessee Deer Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Tennessee deer tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
Before buying a deer tag, you must have a valid Tennessee hunting license. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license for the season. You can purchase online at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Deer Tag(s)
In Tennessee, one deer tag is included with your base hunting license — no separate purchase required for your first deer. Additional tags must be purchased separately.
3
Know Your Requirements Before Hunting
Review Tennessee's current deer hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal deer definitions, antler restrictions (if any), and zone-specific rules. Regulations are available on the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website and at license agents. Tennessee Hunting License required. Electronic harvest reporting required via TWRA app within 24 hours.
4
Immediately Tag Your Harvest
Upon harvesting a deer, you must immediately fill out your deer tag and attach it to the deer before moving it. Most states require you to notch the month and day, then attach it to a visible location. Keep your license and tags on your person while hunting and during transport.
Requirements
Tennessee Deer Tag Requirements
Tennessee Hunting License required. Electronic harvest reporting required via TWRA app within 24 hours.
Important Notes
Tennessee-Specific Tag Information
CWD sampling required in affected counties. Check TWRA CWD management zone restrictions before hunting.
Source: Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (www.tn.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and tag requirements directly with Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency before purchasing.