TN AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses Counselling 2026 – 2027: Diploma in Dental Mechanic, Diploma in Dental Hygienist, Allied and Healthcare Diploma and Certificate Courses for 2026-2027 session in Tamil Nadu Government Medical Colleges, Government seats in Self-Financing Colleges / Institutions for Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science affiliated to Board of Allied and Healthcare DME&R, Chennai-10. This AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses admission is strictly for Higher Secondary Students.
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Eligible candidates from across India can apply online at https://tnmedicalselection.net/. Online registration will open on 27.06.2026 at 12.01 PM and end on 15.07.2026 at 05.00 PM. Prospective candidates who meet the requirements can review the comprehensive counseling guidelines, eligibility standards, and registration links provided below.
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TN AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses Counselling Admissions 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University |
| Course Category: Diploma in Dental Mechanic, Diploma in Dental Hygienist, Allied and Healthcare Diploma and Certificate Courses |
| Academic Year: 2026-27 |
| Registration Starts: 27.06.2026 at 12.01 PM |
| Registration Close: 15.07.2026 at 05.00 PM |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://tnmedicalselection.net/ |
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Programmes of Study:
- Allied And Healthcare Diploma Courses In Government Colleges
- Diploma In Optometry (Two Years)
- Diploma In Dental Mechanic (Two Years)
- Diploma In Dental Hygienist (Two Years)
- Diploma In Medical Record Science (Two Years)
- Diploma In Neurosurgical Technology And Research (Two Years)
- Diploma In Medical Radiology And Imaging Technology (Two Years)
- Diploma In Radio Therapy Technology (Two Years)
- For Government Colleges And Government Quota Seats In Self-Financing Colleges
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science (One Years)
- Allied And Healthcare Certificate Courses In Government Colleges
- Cardiac Sonography Technician (One Years)
- ECG / Treadmill Technician (One Years)
- Pump Technician (One Years)
- Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician (One Years)
- Respiratory Therapy Technician (One Years)
- Emergency Care Technician (One Years)
- Dialysis Technician (One Years)
- Anaesthesia Technician (One Years)
- Theatre Technician (One Years)
- Orthopaedic Technician (One Years)
- Eeg / Emg Technician (One Years)
- Medical Record Technician (Six months)
- Multi Purpose Hospital Worker (One Years)
- Psychiatric Support Worker (One Years)
- Home Health Care Diploma Course (One Years)
Allocation Of Seats:
The selection will be made based on merit and applying the rule of reservation by the Government of Tamil Nadu as follows:-
- Open Competition – 31.00 %
- Backward Class – 30%
- Most Backward Community – 20 %
- Scheduled Caste – 18.00%
- Scheduled Tribe – 1.00 %
Note: Within 30% reservation for BC, 3.5% reservation will be provided for BC Muslims.
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
Candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Course in Open Schooling are also eligible.
- A) Allied And Healthcare Diploma Courses
- Dental Mechanic (Male)/ Dental Hygienist (Female)
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Dental Mechanic: Only Non-Service Male candidates.
- Dental Hygienist: Only Non-Service Female candidates
- Qualification:
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject. (or) Vocational Medical Laboratory Assistant.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Only Non-Service candidates
- Diploma in Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology – (D.R.D.T.)
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject for Non-Service Candidates only
- Qualification:
- Diploma in Radio Therapy Technology – (D.R.T.T.)
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. for Service candidates only
- Eligible Candidates:
- Both Service and Non-service candidates.
- Service candidates: candidates who are working as Radiographer / Dark Room Assistant in Government institutions are only eligible.
- Qualification:
- Diploma in Optometry
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with (a) Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or) (b) Maths, Physics, Chemistry with any other subject.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Only Non-service candidates
- Qualification:
- Diploma in Neuro Surgical Technology & Research
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with (a) Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology.(or) (b) Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics with any other subjects.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Only Non-service candidates
- Qualification:
- Dental Mechanic (Male)/ Dental Hygienist (Female)
- B) Allied And Healthcare Certificate Courses:-
- For Cardio Sonography Technician, ECG / Tread Mill Technician, Pump Technician, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician, Emergency Care Technician, Respiratory Therapy Technician, Dialysis Technician, Anaesthesia Technician, Theatre Technician, Orthopaedic Technician Applicants
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject
- Eligible Candidates:
- Both Service and Non-Service candidates.
- Service candidates whose scale of pay is below and equal to Rs.5200- 20210+ GP(1900) in pre-revised Scale are eligible
- Qualification:
- E.E.G. / E.M.G. Course Technician
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Only Non-Service candidates
- Qualification:
- Multi-Purpose Hospital Worker Course Training a) For service candidates: 6 months in-service training b) For Non service candidates: 6 months internship training
- Qualification:
- Service candidates: A pass in Eighth Standard in the State of Tamil Nadu.
- Non service candidates: A pass in S.S.L.C. in the State of Tamil Nadu or equivalent.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Both Service and Non-Service candidates.
- Service candidates: Candidates working as Hospital Workers are eligible.
- Qualification:
- Psychiatric Support Worker
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Only Non-Service candidates
- Home Health Care Diploma Course
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology (or) Biology with any other subject.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Only Non-Service candidates
- Qualification:
- For Cardio Sonography Technician, ECG / Tread Mill Technician, Pump Technician, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician, Emergency Care Technician, Respiratory Therapy Technician, Dialysis Technician, Anaesthesia Technician, Theatre Technician, Orthopaedic Technician Applicants
- C) Courses In Medical Record Science
- Medical Record Technician(MRT) 10 candidates December-May (5 Service + 5 Nonservice) 10 candidates JuneNovember (5 Service + 5 Non-Service)
- Qualification:
- A pass in H.S.C. with Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology(or) Biology with any other subject 2. Course certificate in M.S. Office in Computer from any institution.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Both Service and Nonservice candidates
- Qualification:
- Diploma In Medical Record Science (DMRS)
- Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (10+2) or equivalent with Science and English has mandatory subjects 2. Who have passed any degree in regular stream in any recognized University. 3. A Certificate / Degree / Diploma in Medical Record Technician Course in State or Central Government recognized institution. 4. Course certificate in M.S. Office in Computer from any institutions.
- Eligible Candidates:
- Both Service and Nonservice candidates
- Qualification:
- Medical Record Technician(MRT) 10 candidates December-May (5 Service + 5 Nonservice) 10 candidates JuneNovember (5 Service + 5 Non-Service)
Age Limit:
- For Other Diploma/Certificate Courses
- a. Non-Service candidates: (Diploma and Certificate courses)
- Candidates should have completed 17 years of age as on 31st December 2026. (Those who were born few days later can also be included, i.e. maximum 15 days)
- b. Service candidates:
- Regular service candidate who have successfully completed two years of continues service are alone eligible to apply only for certain Allied and Health Care Certificate / Diploma Courses. The selection will be based on their service seniority.
- Allied and Healthcare Certificate Courses: The Service Candidates should not have completed 56 years as on 31.12.2026. They should execute a bond to accept to serve the Government for thrice the period of training after completion of the course.
- Diploma in Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology / Diploma in Radio Therapy Technology (DRTT): The Service Candidates should not have completed 52 years as on 31.12.2026.
- Diploma In Medical Record Science (DMRS): Service Candidate should not have completed 52 years of age as on 31.12.2026.
- Multi Purpose Hospital Worker Course: The Service Candidates should not have completed 56 years as on 31.12.2026. They should execute a bond to accept to serve the Government for thrice the period of training after completion of the course.
Selection Process:
- Preparation of Merit list
- Online Counselling
Application Fee:
- ForSC /SCA /ST Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.300/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Apply for TN AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses Counselling 2026?
- To apply for TN AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses 2026, register online at the official portal tnmedicalselection.net. The online application window opens on 27.06.2026, at 12:01 PM and closes on 15.07.2026, at 05:00 PM.
Crucial Dates:
- Online Registration Start Date: 27.06.2026 at 12.01 PM
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 15.07.2026 at 05.00 PM
TN AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses Counselling 2026 Prospectus & Apply Link:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
When is the deadline to apply for TN AHS Diploma / Certificate Courses 2026?
The online registration window closes on 15.07.2026, at 05:00 PM. The portal opens on 26.07.2026, at 12:01 PM.
What is the official website for submission?
All applications must be submitted online through the official portal: tnmedicalselection.net.
Is there an entrance exam for admission?
No. Selection is purely merit-based, calculated using your 12th-grade board exam marks.
