Apollo College of Pharmacy Kanchipuram

Apollo College of Pharmacy, Kanchipuram, a prestigious institution under the renowned Apollo Group of Colleges, is affiliated with Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the Government of India. With a mission to impart education that earns recognition and appreciation everywhere, the college emphasizes academic excellence and holistic student development. Special attention is given to helping students achieve top university ranks while also nurturing their overall personality and professional skills. The college is situated on a sprawling, green, and peaceful campus, providing an ideal environment for focused learning. Its state-of-the-art infrastructure includes modern laboratories, well-equipped classrooms, a comprehensive library, and advanced research facilities that collectively support a superior standard of pharmaceutical education. Apollo College of Pharmacy stands as a beacon of quality and innovation, committed to producing industry-ready pharmacy professionals with strong ethical values and leadership qualities.

Selection Committee of the Directorate of Medical Education (DME) will conduct counseling for Pharmacy in Tamil Nadu

The online application for admission to Paramedical Degree Courses in Tamil Nadu Government Medical Colleges and Government quota seats in Self-Financing Colleges affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, is available at www.tnhealth.tn.gov.in and www.tnmedicalselection.org. Candidates must regularly visit these websites for updates throughout the admission process, as the Selection Committee will not be held responsible for any consequences arising from failure to follow updates, notifications, or announcements published online. Those unable to access the online application can visit the nearest Government Medical College, Government Dental College, or Tamil Nadu Facilitation Centre (TFC) in districts without medical colleges, along with their parent or guardian and original certificates, to use the available facilities to apply. Applicants are strongly advised to download and carefully read the prospectus with their parents or guardians before completing the application, ensuring that all mandatory fields are properly filled. Incomplete or incorrectly filled applications will be rejected, and no requests for reconsideration will be entertained. In case of any confusion, candidates should refer to both Tamil and English versions of the prospectus for clarity.

B.Pharm Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for admission to the B.Pharm course in Tamil Nadu under the Government quota for the 2024–25 session, candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Course examination conducted by the Tamil Nadu State Board or any other equivalent board with English as one of the subjects and a combination of Physics and Chemistry with either Biology, Botany and Zoology, or Mathematics. Candidates belonging to the OC, BC, BCM, and MBC/DNC categories must have secured a minimum of 40% aggregate marks in the specified subjects, while candidates from SC, SCA, and ST categories need only a pass in the qualifying subjects.

Procedure for Filling and Submitting the Online Application: Candidates must log in to either of the official websites www.tnhealth.tn.gov.in or www.tnmedicalselection.org to access and submit the online application. The application fee is Rs. 500/- and must be paid through the designated bank portal. Candidates are required to fill in all mandatory fields accurately and upload the necessary certificates as specified. Once the application is submitted, no request for changes in any of the details will be entertained under any circumstances. Only one application should be submitted; in case multiple applications are submitted, only one will be considered. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct at the time of submission.

The following documents must be uploaded in the specified sections of the application form:

1. Class X Mark Sheet
2. H.S.C. or Equivalent Examination Mark Sheet (both sides, endorsed by the competent authority)
3. Transfer Certificate obtained after completion of H.S.C. or Equivalent Course
4. Nativity Certificate (if applicable)
5. Community Certificate
6. Certificates for claiming Special Category seats, issued by the appropriate authorities in the prescribed format (refer to Annexure-I & Annexure-II (A) & (B))
7. Proof of Study Certificate from 6th to 12th standard (for those who studied in Tamil Nadu)
8. First Graduate Certificate (if claiming first graduate status in the family)
9. Parent's Community Certificate issued by the Revenue Authority of the Government of Tamil Nadu
10. Candidates must ensure that all required certificates are uploaded in the correct format and location while filling out the application.

Online Counselling Procedure: The schedule for online counselling will be published exclusively on the official websites, and candidates are required to lock their choices of colleges and courses within the specified timeframe. Admission to Paramedical Degree courses will be conducted through online counselling based on merit and in accordance with the rule of reservation. Counselling for Special Categories, such as Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Disabilities, will be conducted prior to the General Category counselling. Please note that there will be no re-allotment or change of college for candidates under the Special Category. To participate in online counselling, candidates must pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 250/- through the bank payment portal. During the choice-filling process, candidates can select any number of eligible courses and colleges. Allotments will be made based on the candidate's merit, preferences, and applicable reservation policies.

Reporting: Candidates who are allotted a seat must download their provisional allotment order and report to the assigned Medical College/Institution in person, along with the original certificates and copies, before the date and time specified in the allotment order. Only those candidates who have joined their course during the 1st phase of counselling will be eligible to participate in subsequent phases for re-allotment. The dates for such counselling will be published on the official websites and communicated to the Dean/Principal of the respective colleges. No individual notifications will be sent to candidates.

Pharm.D Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must be Indian citizens and natives of Tamil Nadu. They should have completed 17 years of age on or before 31st December 2024. The candidate must have passed the Higher Secondary Course (10+2) or its equivalent with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with either Mathematics or Biology. Candidates who have completed a D.Pharm course are also eligible, but their admission will be based on their Higher Secondary marks, and the course duration will remain six years. For candidates from OC, BC, BCM, MBC, and DNC categories, a minimum of 40% aggregate marks in the qualifying subjects is required, whereas SC, SCA, and ST candidates need only a pass. Candidates who have studied under other equivalent boards must produce an eligibility certificate from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University before admission.

Procedure for Online Application Submission:

• Visit the official website: www.tnmedicalselection.net.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 1000/- via the bank portal.
• Complete the online form and upload the required documents.
• Changes after submission will not be allowed.
• Only one application should be submitted. Multiple submissions will result in cancellation.

Required Documents:

• HSC or equivalent mark sheet (endorsed by the competent authority on both sides).
• Transfer certificate after completing the HSC or equivalent.
• Nativity Certificate (issued by Tamil Nadu Revenue Authority).
• Community Certificate (issued by Tamil Nadu Revenue Authority).
• 10th standard mark sheet.
• Proof of study from 6th to 12th standard (for candidates who studied in Tamil Nadu).
• First Graduate Certificate (if applicable).
• Parent Community Certificate (from Tamil Nadu Revenue Authority).

Important Points: Scheduled Tribe candidates must upload the community certificate from the Revenue Divisional Officer or higher authority; failure to do so will treat them as open category candidates. Providing false documents will lead to expulsion and legal action. Community certificates must be verified for authenticity before the candidate can proceed to the second year. Certificates from other states will not be accepted for reservation claims.

Merit List: The merit list is prepared based on normalized marks from the qualifying examination in relevant science subjects, calculated on a scale of 200. The weighted total is computed using either (Biology + Physics & Chemistry), (Botany & Zoology + Physics & Chemistry), or (Mathematics + Physics & Chemistry), whichever combination gives the highest score, accurate to two decimal places. Only marks obtained in the first appearance of the qualifying exam are considered; improvement or part-wise appearances are not valid. In case of a tie in total marks, the ranking is determined by marks in Biology or Botany & Zoology, then Chemistry, Physics, fourth optional subject, age (older preferred), and finally, a higher computerized random number. For candidates with a degree, marks from all years are converted to a base of 100, and tie-breaking is based on fewer final-year attempts, higher final-year marks, and age seniority. The merit list will be published online, and candidates will be called for counselling based on their merit rank.

Online Counselling Procedure (Single Window System):

• The Online Counselling Schedule will be published exclusively on the website. Candidates must lock their preferred choices of colleges and courses within the specified schedule. Admission to the Pharm.D Degree Course will be based on merit, following the applicable reservation rules.
• A processing fee of Rs. 500/- is required to participate in the online counselling. The fee should be paid through the bank payment portal online.
• During the choice filling process, candidates can select their preferred course and college based on merit. Seat allocation will depend on the availability of seats.

REPORTING:

1. The allotted candidates must download their provisional allotment order and report to the allotted Medical College/Institution in person, along with the originals and copies of required certificates, before the specified date and time mentioned in the allotment order.
2. Candidates who have downloaded the provisional allotment order but fail to join the course will not be eligible to participate in subsequent rounds of online counselling.
3. Only candidates who have joined the course during the first phase of counselling will be eligible for re-allotment in subsequent phases of counselling. The dates for these phases will be published on the website and informed to the Dean/Principal of the respective colleges. No individual notifications will be sent to candidates.
4. Vacancies arising after the first phase of counselling, as well as vacancies in new colleges (if any), will be filled from the waiting list through online counselling, if necessary.
5. Re-allotment will be conducted for the Pharm.D Degree course.
6. Individual requests for course or college transfers will not be entertained.
7. Mutual transfers will not be allowed.

D.Pharm: candidate must have completed 10+2 (HSC) with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with either Biology or Mathematics. The minimum age requirement is 17 years as of 31st December of the admission year. There is no entrance exam for D.Pharm admissions in Tamil Nadu, and selection is typically based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination. The course duration is 2 years, followed by 500 hours of practical training over a period of 3 months in a recognized pharmacy, as per the norms of the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). The course is regulated by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu, and is approved by PCI.