Tamil Nadu Paramedical, Nursing & Pharmacy Admissions 2026 Open; Apply Online at tnmedicalselection.net Till July 3

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) in Tamil Nadu has started accepting online applications for Diploma and Undergraduate (UG) courses in paramedical, nursing, and pharmacy for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates who meet the requirements can apply through the official website at tnmedicalselection.net. The online registration period is from June 21 to July 3, 2026. Applicants need to pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs 250 via online methods. The accepted payment options include net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI. The merit list will be based on the marks obtained in the Class 12 board exams. Admission will be done for seats in both government and self-financing colleges.Separate prospectuses for each course are available on the official notification page.

Tamil Nadu Counselling 2026 Important Dates

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Courses Covered in the 2026-27 Counselling Process

1. B.Sc. Nursing
2. Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (DGNM)
3. Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
4. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) – a 6-year program that includes a postbaccalaureate
5. Diploma in Pharmacy
6. Allied Health Sciences (AHS) degree courses, including:
7. Bachelor of Physiotherapy (B.P.T.)
8. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (B.O.T.)
9. Bachelor of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (B.ASLP)
10. Bachelor of Science in Radiology and Imaging Technology

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

Eligibility depends on the course and is outlined in the official prospectuses for each program. Candidates should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board. Different subjects are required for nursing, pharmacy, and paramedical courses. Most UG paramedical and nursing courses require physics, chemistry, and biology (PCB). For B.Pharm and Pharm.D., the required subjects are Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) or Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB). It is advised that candidates read the official prospectus carefully before applying.

How to Apply for Tamil Nadu Counselling 2026?

Follow these steps to apply

• Visit the official website: tnmedicalselection.net.
• Read the prospectus for the course you are interested in.
• Click on the Apply Online link.
• Enter your personal, academic, and contact details.
• Upload the necessary scanned documents in the required format.
• Pay the Rs 250 processing fee through online methods.
• Submit the application form and keep a copy of the confirmation page for future use.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Open the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net.
2. Read the prospectus for your desired course thoroughly.
3. Have your Class 12 marksheet and a photo ID ready.
4. Set aside Rs 250 for the online processing fee.
5. Submit your application before the deadline on July 3, 2026.
6. Save and print the final confirmation page.