The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu, is conducting TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 for admission to paramedical, nursing, and allied health science courses in government and self-financing colleges across the state. The process is managed online through the official portal tnmedicalselection.net.
Round 2 registration for TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 opened on September 11, 2026 and closes on September 12, 2026. Candidates who have not yet registered or wish to participate in this round can apply through the counselling registration link before the deadline.
TN Paramedical Counselling Registration Portal (PMC26)
TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling name | TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting authority | Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME/DMER), Tamil Nadu |
| Counselling mode | Online |
| Official website | tnmedicalselection.net |
| Basis of admission | Merit list prepared using Class 12 (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany & Zoology) marks |
| Processing fee | Rs. 250 (non-refundable, paid online) |
| Current status | Round 2 registration open (September 11-12, 2026) |
TN Paramedical Counselling 2026: Important Dates
TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 has been conducted in stages, with an initial registration window followed by round-wise choice filling and seat allotment. The table below lists the schedule reported so far.
Main Registration and Round 1 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration start | June 21, 2026 |
| Registration end | July 12, 2026 |
| Rank list release | August 10, 2026 |
| Round 1 registration and choice filling | August 29 to September 1, 2026 |
| Round 1 seat allocation announcement | September 3, 2026 |
| Round 1 allotment letter download | September 4 to 8, 2026 |
| Round 1 reporting to allotted college | On or before September 8, 2026 |
Round 2 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 2 registration start | September 11, 2026 |
| Round 2 registration end | September 12, 2026 |
| Round 2 choice filling | September 13 to 15, 2026 |
| Round 2 seat allotment result | September 17, 2026 |
| Downloading Round 2 allotment letters | September 18 to 21, 2026 |
| Reporting to allotted college (Round 2) | On or before September 21, 2026 |
Courses Covered Under TN Paramedical Counselling 2026
TN Paramedical Counselling covers admission to Diploma and Undergraduate paramedical, nursing, and pharmacy programmes, including:
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.Pharm
- BPT (Physiotherapy)
- BASLP
- B.Sc. Radiography and Imaging Technology
- B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology
- B.Sc. Cardiology Technology
- B.Sc. Dialysis Technology
- B.Sc. Critical Care Technology
These courses are offered across government and self-financing institutions in Tamil Nadu.
How to Apply: TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 Registration Process
- Visit the official website, tnmedicalselection.net, or the counselling registration portal.
- Click on the TN Paramedical Counselling 2026 registration link for the ongoing round.
- Register using basic personal and academic details to generate login credentials.
- Log in and complete the online application form.
- Upload the required documents and photographs as specified.
- Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 250 through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation for future reference.
- Proceed to online choice filling once the choice-filling window opens.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Keep contact details (mobile number and email ID) accurate and updated, as counselling communications, including allotment notifications, are sent through these channels.
- Keep community, nativity, and academic certificates ready in advance, since document verification delays are a common reason candidates miss deadlines during choice filling.
- Complete choice filling within the given window; late submissions are typically not accepted without a formal extension notice from the authority.
- Check the seat matrix carefully before locking choices, as vacancy positions can change between rounds.
- Candidates allotted a seat must report to the respective college within the reporting deadline to confirm admission.
- Regularly monitor tnmedicalselection.net, as counselling schedules are subject to revision.
