Tamil Nadu Extends UG Nursing, Pharmacy and AHS Counselling 2026 Registration; Check New Last Dates

The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu, has extended the registration deadline for UG Nursing, Pharmacy, and Allied Health Sciences (AHS) Counselling 2026. The decision gives aspiring students additional time to complete their applications for various undergraduate, diploma, and certificate programs offered by government and self-financing institutions across the state.

According to the latest notification, candidates applying for B.Sc. Nursing, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, Diploma in Nursing, Diploma in Pharmacy, and Allied Health Sciences degree program can now register until July 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Meanwhile, applicants for AHS Diploma and Certificate courses have time until July 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM to submit their applications.

The extension is expected to benefit students who were unable to complete their registration due to document-related issues or other reasons before the original deadline.

Revised Registration Schedule

Candidates should note the updated deadlines for different course categories.

Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day, as applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

Who Can Apply?

Students who have completed Class 12 with the required subjects and meet the eligibility criteria can apply for admission through the Tamil Nadu counselling process.

Admissions are offered for a wide range of healthcare programs, including Nursing, Pharmacy, Allied Health Sciences, and several diploma and certificate courses.

Applicants should carefully read the official prospectus before applying, as eligibility requirements, reservation rules, and document specifications vary across programs.

How to Register

The entire application process is online and can be completed in a few simple steps.

1. Visit the official Tamil Nadu Medical Selection portal.
2. Choose the correct registration link based on your preferred course.
3. Create a new user account.
4. Fill in your personal, academic, and category details.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Pay the registration fee online.
7. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.

Candidates must ensure that all information entered in the application matches their official certificates to avoid rejection during document verification.

Documents to Keep Ready

Before beginning the registration process, applicants should keep the following documents ready:

• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Transfer Certificate (TC)
• Community Certificate (if applicable)
• Nativity Certificate
• Passport-size photograph
• Aadhaar Card or other valid ID proof
• Any additional certificates required for reservation claims

Uploading clear and accurate documents will help ensure a smooth verification process.

Why This Extension Is Important

The extended registration window comes as a major relief for students who were still arranging certificates or facing technical issues while filling out the application form.

For Nursing and Pharmacy aspirants, the extension provides a few extra days to complete the process, while candidates applying for AHS diploma and certificate programs receive nearly two additional weeks.

Since these programs attract thousands of applicants every year, completing the registration early can help students avoid last-minute technical glitches and payment failures.

What Happens Next?

Once the registration process concludes, the Selection Committee will release the merit list, followed by the choice-filling schedule, seat allotment rounds, and admission reporting dates.

Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official counselling portal for the latest announcements and ensure they complete every stage of the admission process within the prescribed timeline.