TN Health Opens Applications for PG Medical Admissions Under Management Quota
Published 12 Sept 20252 min read839 Views
In a crucial update for aspiring postgraduate medical students, the Directorate of Medical Education (DME) in Tamil Nadu has invited applications for admission to PG degree and diploma courses for the academic year 2025-26 under the Management Quota. This counselling is for seats in self-financing institutions across the state. Medical and dental aspirants are urged to submit their applications promptly to avoid last-minute issues, as the deadline is approaching fast. For regular updates on medical and dental college admissions, follow Only Education News.
Here are the key details and important deadlines for this counselling process:
- Application Period: The online application window for admission under the Management Quota opened on September 9, 2025. The deadline to complete the application and make the fee payment is September 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
- Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must be Indian citizens. For NRI quota seats, specific eligibility applies to candidates of Indian origin living abroad or children of Indian citizens employed abroad. Applicants must have also met the minimum eligibility cut-off scores in the NEET (PG) 2024 exam, which varies across different categories.
- Application and Counselling Fees: A non-refundable application fee of Rs 5,000 is required. Additionally, a non-refundable registration fee of Rs 1,000 is to be paid for counselling, along with a refundable security deposit of Rs 2,00,000 for the Management Quota.
- Ineligibility: Aspirants must note that candidates who have already joined or discontinued a PG course after a specified date, or are currently undergoing a DNB or equivalent course, are not eligible to apply.
Aspirants must ensure they have all the necessary documents and meet the eligibility criteria before applying. The admission process is highly competitive, and timely submission of the application form is a must for all candidates seeking to secure a seat in a PG medical or dental course in Tamil Nadu.