Tamil Nadu releases schedule for DNB 2025 admissions — registration and choice-filling dates now out

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu, has released the revised and final schedule for Round 1 DNB (Diplomate of National Board) admissions for the 2025-26 session. Registration and critical choice-filling are currently active and will conclude on November 24, 2025. Aspirants must complete their application and lock their preferences immediately. The seat allotment result will be published on November 26, followed by a strict joining deadline of December 3, 2025. Do not miss this tight window for securing a DNB seat in Tamil Nadu Government Medical Colleges.

The pursuit of postgraduate medical specialization in Tamil Nadu is entering a decisive phase, with the Directorate of Medical Education (DME) releasing the revised and consolidated schedule for the Round 1 DNB (Diplomate of National Board) 2025 admissions. This specialized counselling stream focuses on DNB Broad Speciality Post MBBS and Post MBBS 2-Year Diploma seats offered within Government Medical Colleges under the State Quota.

​The revised timeline, effective immediately, creates a compact and urgent window for all eligible candidates. Registration, payment, and the crucial choice-filling and locking process are open only until November 24, 2025. Aspirants who have qualified in NEET PG 2025 and meet the Tamil Nadu eligibility criteria for DNB seats must act with urgency. This short, streamlined schedule is designed to expedite the placement process and ensure the academic session begins on time.

​Understanding the Critical Round 1 Timeline

​The updated schedule by the Tamil Nadu Selection Committee is highly condensed, minimizing the time between choice submission and joining the allotted institution. Aspirants must not only register but also carefully plan their choices before the deadline.

• ​Registration and Choice-Filling Window: The primary window for online registration, fee payment, and submitting college/course preferences began on November 20, 2025, and concludes on November 24, 2025 (5:00 PM). 
  • ​Note: Candidates must pay a non-refundable Registration Fee of ₹1,000/- for the Government Quota and a Refundable Security Deposit (₹30,000/- for Government Medical Colleges DNB seats).
• ​Seat Allotment Processing: This is a one-day technical step where the system processes the choices against the merit list and reservation rules. It is scheduled for November 25, 2025.
• ​Result Declaration: The provisional allotment results will be published shortly after processing, on November 26, 2025. Candidates can download their Provisional Allotment Orders starting on this date.
• ​Last Date of Joining: The physical reporting and completion of admission formalities at the allotted institute must be finalized by December 3, 2025 (5:00 PM). This is a hard deadline; failure to report by this date will result in the forfeiture of the seat and the security deposit.

​Strategic Choice-Filling and Document Preparation

​Success in Round 1 hinges not just on a high NEET PG rank, but on a well-thought-out list of preferences and meticulous adherence to document requirements. The short turnaround time necessitates advance preparation.

• ​Prioritize DNB Specialities: Candidates should strategically fill their choices based on their NEET PG rank, their preferred DNB speciality (Broad Speciality or 2-Year Diploma), and the location of the Government Medical Colleges. They should be mindful of the Rule of Reservation applied by the state.
• ​The Locking Mandate: The choices must be locked before the 5:00 PM deadline on November 24th. Failure to lock may result in the system auto-locking the last saved choices, but manual locking confirms the candidate's final preferences. Once choices are locked, no changes or edits are permitted.
• ​Pre-Joining Document Checklist: Given the reporting deadline of December 3rd, candidates should have all original documents ready for verification immediately upon result declaration. Key documents include: 
  • ​NEET PG 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard.
  • ​MBBS Degree/Provisional Pass Certificate and all Mark Sheets.
  • ​CRMI (Compulsory Rotatory Medical Internship) Completion Certificate (must be completed by the eligibility cut-off date, typically July 31, 2025).
  • ​Permanent/Provisional Medical Registration Certificate (NMC/SMC).
  • ​Domicile/Nativity Certificate (for TN residents) and Community Certificate (if applicable).
  • ​Payment receipts for fees and security deposit.

​The Joining Process and What to Expect

​Being allotted a seat is only half the battle; the final step involves physically joining the institution and completing the admission protocol before the cutoff.

• ​Downloading Allotment Order: Candidates can download the provisional allotment order from the official TN medical selection website (tnmedicalselection.net) starting November 26, 2025. This order is essential for reporting.
• ​Reporting to the College: Candidates must report to their allotted Government Medical College with the Provisional Allotment Order, all original documents, and the stipulated tuition fees. The college will perform rigorous document verification against the submitted application details.
• ​Options After Allotment: 
  • ​Accept and Join: Finalize the admission. This candidate is out of the counselling process for the current year.
  • ​Accept and Opt for Upgradation: Join the allotted college but indicate willingness to be considered for a higher preferred seat in Round 2. If an upgrade occurs, the Round 1 seat is automatically vacated.
  • ​Reject/Not Join (Forfeit): If a candidate chooses not to join the allotted seat, their security deposit will be forfeited.

​Conclusion

​The Tamil Nadu DNB 2025 Round 1 schedule, with its strict deadlines, represents the pinnacle of the admissions cycle. Aspirants must treat the period from now until November 24, 2025, as a high-priority window for securing their desired DNB seat in the state. By ensuring their registration is flawless, their choices are strategic, and their documents are organized, they can successfully navigate this revised schedule and commence their journey as medical specialists by the December 3rd joining deadline.

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