SRMHCAT 2026 counselling registration is expected to begin in the 2nd week of July 2026 on the official SRM University admissions portal, where qualified students can register, fill program choices, and secure a seat in health science programmes.

SRM University, Delhi-NCR (Sonepat) conducts SRMHCAT 2026 counselling for admission to undergraduate health science programmes including B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, B.Sc Allied Health Sciences, and related courses. The counselling process is merit-based and runs in multiple rounds, with seat allotment determined by your SRMHCAT rank, category, and programme preferences submitted during choice filling.

  • Counselling registration is expected to open in the 2nd week of July 2026 at admissions.srmuniversity.ac.in.
  • Registration is conducted online; carry original documents for the verification phase.
  • Seat allotment is based on SRMHCAT merit rank, category, and programme preferences filled during the choice-filling window.
  • Multiple counselling rounds are held; vacant seats are carried forward to the next round.
  • You must pay the admission fee within the stipulated deadline to confirm your allotted seat.

SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling Overview

SRMHCAT is the SRM Health Common Aptitude Test conducted by SRM University, Delhi-NCR for admission to health science programmes at its Sonepat campus. Students who qualify the exam and appear on the merit list are called for counselling. The process runs in multiple rounds and covers online registration, programme choice filling, document verification, seat allotment, and admission fee payment.

Particulars Details
Conducting Body SRM University, Delhi-NCR, Sonepat
Counselling Mode Online and Offline
Basis of Allotment SRMHCAT merit rank, category, and programme preference
Programmes Covered B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, B.Sc Allied Health Sciences, and related UG courses
Official Portal admissions.srmuniversity.ac.in

SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling Important Dates

The official counselling schedule for SRMHCAT 2026 will be released after result declaration. The dates below are expected based on previous years’ trends and will be updated once the official schedule is published.

Event Expected Date
SRMHCAT 2026 Result June 2026
Counselling Schedule Release 1st week of July 2026 (expected)
Counselling Registration Begins 2nd week of July 2026 (expected)
Choice Filling Window July 2026 (expected)
Round 1 Seat Allotment July 2026 (expected)
Admission Fee Payment Deadline Within 2 to 3 days of allotment
Reporting to Campus August 2026 (expected)

How to Register for SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling

Complete your SRMHCAT 2026 counselling registration by following the steps below on the official SRM University admissions portal.

  1. Visit the official SRM University admissions portal at admissions.srmuniversity.ac.in.
  2. Click on the SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling Registration link displayed on the homepage.
  3. Log in using your SRMHCAT 2026 application number and date of birth or registered password.
  4. Fill in your personal and academic details in the online counselling registration form.
  5. Upload scanned copies of required documents such as marksheets, admit card, and ID proof.
  6. Pay the counselling registration fee via the online payment gateway (net banking, UPI, or card).
  7. Submit the form and download or print your counselling registration confirmation slip for future reference.

How to Fill Program Choices in SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling

Choice filling is the most important step in SRMHCAT 2026 counselling. Your programme preference order directly affects your seat allotment. Follow these steps and tips to fill choices correctly.

  1. After registration, log in to your counselling account and open the Choice Filling or Programme Selection section.
  2. Browse the list of available health science programmes including B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology, B.Sc Radiology, B.Sc Operation Theatre Technology, B.Sc Optometry, and BPT (Physiotherapy).
  3. Add your preferred programmes to the choice list and arrange them in order of priority, with the most preferred programme at the top.
  4. You can add, delete, or rearrange choices as many times as needed before the choice-filling window closes.
  5. Once satisfied with your order, lock your choices. Choices cannot be modified after locking.
  6. Save and download the choice-filling confirmation for your records.

Important: Add all programmes you are willing to join. A longer choice list improves your chances of getting a seat when your top preferences have limited availability.


Documents Required for SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling

Keep the following documents ready in original and self-attested photocopy before you appear for SRMHCAT 2026 document verification and final reporting.

Document Purpose
SRMHCAT 2026 Admit Card Exam identity verification
SRMHCAT 2026 Scorecard or Rank Letter Rank proof for counselling eligibility
Class 10 Marksheet and Passing Certificate Date of birth and board verification
Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate Academic eligibility check
Transfer Certificate (TC) Required at the time of enrollment
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) For reserved category seat eligibility
Character Certificate Issued by last attended institution
Passport-size Photographs (6 to 8 copies) Registration and verification forms
Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar or Passport or PAN) Identity verification
Medical Fitness Certificate Mandatory for health science programme admission

SRMHCAT 2026 Seat Allotment Process

Seat allotment in SRMHCAT 2026 counselling is based on your merit rank, category, and programme choices submitted during registration. Here is how the process works from allotment to enrollment.

  1. Merit list: SRM University prepares a merit list based on SRMHCAT 2026 scores after the result is declared.
  2. Choice-based allotment: Seats are allotted starting from the top of the merit list against the programme choices submitted. Students with a higher rank get priority consideration.
  3. Allotment letter: You receive a seat allotment letter on your registered email and on the counselling portal dashboard.
  4. Fee payment: Log in and pay the admission fee within the specified deadline (typically 2 to 3 days) to confirm your acceptance. Non-payment within the deadline results in automatic cancellation of the seat.
  5. Subsequent rounds: Seats vacated after Round 1 are offered in Round 2 and further rounds. Students already allotted a seat may also be considered for an upgrade to a higher programme preference if seats open up.
  6. Campus reporting: After fee payment, report to SRM University Sonepat campus with all original documents for final enrollment verification.

SRMHCAT 2026 Counselling FAQs

Ques. When will SRMHCAT 2026 counselling registration begin?

Ans. SRMHCAT 2026 counselling registration is expected to begin in the 2nd week of July 2026 based on previous years’ trends. The official schedule and registration link will be published on admissions.srmuniversity.ac.in once announced.

Ques. Where do I register for SRMHCAT 2026 counselling?

Ans. You must register on the official SRM University admissions portal at admissions.srmuniversity.ac.in using your SRMHCAT 2026 application number and date of birth or registered password.

Ques. Can I change my program choices after locking them in SRMHCAT 2026 counselling?

Ans. No. Once you lock your program choices in the SRMHCAT 2026 counselling portal, changes are not allowed. You can modify and rearrange your choices any number of times before locking within the open choice-filling window.

Ques. What happens if I do not pay the admission fee after SRMHCAT 2026 seat allotment?

Ans. If you do not pay the admission fee within the deadline stated in your SRMHCAT 2026 allotment letter, your allotted seat will be automatically cancelled. You may then participate in the next counselling round if seats remain available.

Ques. Is a medical fitness certificate compulsory for SRMHCAT 2026 counselling?

Ans. Yes. A medical fitness certificate is required for admission to health science programmes such as B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, and Allied Health Sciences under SRMHCAT 2026. Carry the original certificate during document verification.

Ques. How many counselling rounds are held for SRMHCAT 2026?

Ans. SRM University conducts multiple rounds of SRMHCAT 2026 counselling based on seat availability after each round. The exact number of rounds is announced along with the official counselling schedule on the admissions portal.