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The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Medical Education & Research oversees admissions to Government-Quota Paramedical Degree & Diploma Courses for the 2025-2026 academic year. Key features include
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- B.P.T.
- B.ASLP
- B.Sc. (NURSING)
- B.Sc. RADIOGRAPHY AND IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. RADIO THERAPY TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. CARDIO-PULMONARY PERFUSION TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. OPERATION THEATRE & ANAESTHESIA TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. CARDIAC TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. CRITICAL CARE TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. DIALYSIS TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
- B.Sc. ACCIDENT & EMERGENCY CARE TECHNOLOGY
- B.Sc. RESPIRATORY THERAPY
- B.OPTOM
- B.O.T.
- B.Sc. NEURO ELECTRO PHYSIOLOGY
- B.Sc. CLINICAL NUTRITION
Seats:Both in Government colleges and Government seats in self-financing institutions.
Admission Basis:Merit-based on normalized Class 12 marks, no entrance exam (NEET not required)
Eligibility Criteria (As per TN Paramedical Prospectus 2025-2026)
Nationality
- The applicant must be a citizen of India.
Nativity Requirements
- Native of Tamil Nadu:
- The candidate must be a native of Tamil Nadu.
- If claiming nativity, the Nativity Certificate issued by a competent Tamil Nadu Revenue Authority is mandatory.
- Non-Tamil Nadu Candidates:
- Candidates from other states cannot claim Tamil Nadu nativity.
- Permanent Residence Certificates will not be accepted as substitutes for Nativity Certificates.
- Nativity Certificate must be uploaded along with the application. Sending it later is not accepted.
- Special Clauses Based on Schooling:
- Candidates who studied from Class 6 to 12 in Tamil Nadu schools, even if native to the state, must submit both Nativity and Community Certificates from Tamil Nadu authorities.
- If a candidate fails to submit the Community Certificate, even after studying in TN from Class 6-12, they will be considered under Open Category (OC) only.
- If a candidate is a native of Tamil Nadu but studied Class 6-12 partially or fully in
other
states, they must:
- Submit Nativity Certificate from Tamil Nadu,
- Submit Community Certificate of self and either parent from Tamil Nadu, if claiming communal reservation.
- Failure to provide these will result in rejection of the application.
- Other State Candidates Studied in TN:
- Non-natives who studied Class 6-12 in Tamil Nadu will be considered only under Open Category.
- They must provide a Bonafide Certificate from the school(s) attended in Tamil Nadu.
- Community Certificates from states other than Tamil Nadu will not be accepted for claiming communal reservation.
Age Limit
- Candidates should have completed 17 years of age as on 31st December 2025.
- A grace period of 15 days is allowed for candidates born shortly after the cutoff date.
Educational Qualification
The candidate should have passed all subjects in the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) conducted by:
- Tamil Nadu State Board, or
- Any recognized equivalent Board.
Subject Requirements by Course:
| Course Group | Required Subjects |
|---|---|
| B.Pharm / B.ASLP / B.Optom |
English (mandatory) with one of the following subject groups: a) Physics, Chemistry, Biology b) Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology c) Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| All Other Courses |
English (mandatory) with either: a) Physics, Chemistry, Biology b) Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology |
Minimum Marks Requirement
| Course | OC | BC/BCM/MBC&DNC | SC/SCA/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm & B.ASLP | 40% aggregate in required subjects | 40% aggregate | 40% aggregate |
| B.Sc. Nursing | 45% aggregate in required subjects | 40% aggregate | 40% aggregate |
| All Other Courses | Pass in HSC with required subjects | Pass in HSC | Pass in HSC |
Note: For candidates with grades instead of marks, a certified mark statement indicating equivalent scores must be uploaded.
Application Process
- Access the portal at reg25.tnmedicalonline.co.in/pmc25 and register using email/phone.
- Receive login credentials via email/SMS.
- Log in and fill the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload documents:
- SSLC & HSC mark sheets, TC, Nativity & Community certificates, Medical fitness, and any special category proofs.
- Format: Photos/signatures 50-100 KB JPEG; Certificates in PDF (100-200 KB).
- Pay Fees: ₹500 (₹200 for special categories) via credit/debit/UPI/net banking.
- Submit & Save: Download filled form and payment receipt for records.
Admission Procedure
- Merit List Preparation: Raw board marks normalized to a total of 200 marks.
- Tie-breaking follows this order: Biology > Chemistry > Physics > Optional subject > Age > Random number.
- Counselling Sequence:
- Special categories (PwD, Ex-servicemen) first.
- General categories follow through single/multiple counselling rounds.
- Choice filling (web-based preferences) with ₹250 counselling fee.
- Seat allotment based on merit-reservation-choices.
- Download allotment order, report to college, complete document verification, fee payment, and admission confirmation.
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Reservation Policy:
- OC: 31%
- BC: 30% (incl. BC Muslims)
- MBC/DNC: 20%
- SC: 18% (incl. Arunthathiyar)
- ST: 1%
Important Dates - TN Paramedical Admission 2025-2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 17 June 2025 |
| Start of Online Application Upload | 17 June 2025 @ 12:01 PM |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 07 July 2025 up to 05:00 PM |
| Declaration of Merit List | Will be announced later on the official website |
| Tentative Allotment of Seats | Will be announced later |
| Last Date of Admission | As specified in the individual allotment order |
Note: All updates regarding merit lists, seat allotments, and counselling dates will
be published on the official website:
🔗 https://www.tnmedicalselection.org
🔗 https://www.tnmedicalselection.org
Referral Links
- Official portal: 🔗 https://reg25.tnmedicalonline.co.in/pmc25/
- Prospectus for Paramedical Admissions 2025-26: https://tnmedicalselection.net/news/16062025233608.pdf