Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The B.Sc in Accident and Emergency Care Technology at Government Vellore Medical College (GVMC), Vellore is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. The course is designed to train students in pre-hospital and emergency care, trauma management, triage, and life-support techniques, making graduates job-ready for emergency departments, ambulance services, and disaster response units. The total tuition fee for the entire programme is Rs. 9,000, making it one of the most affordable allied health science programmes in Tamil Nadu. Admission is based on merit through the Tamil Nadu Allied Health Care Degree Courses counselling conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Tamil Nadu. The course is popular among students seeking a career in emergency medicine and paramedical services, given GVMC's strong clinical infrastructure and its attachment to a large government teaching hospital in Vellore.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open after the NEET UG 2026 results are declared (tentatively June 2026). Based on the 2025-26 session pattern, the Allied Health Care Degree Courses counselling by DMER Tamil Nadu is expected to commence around August-September 2026. Candidates are advised to register on the official DMER Tamil Nadu portal (tnmedicalselection.net) once the notification is released.

Key Points

The programme is offered at a government medical college with a fully functional multi-specialty teaching hospital, providing extensive hands-on clinical exposure in emergency and trauma care.
Students are trained in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), trauma stabilisation, triage protocols, and emergency patient transport.
The course is affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, one of the largest medical universities in Asia.
GVMC is recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is ranked among the top emerging government medical colleges in Tamil Nadu.
Graduates are eligible to work in government and private hospitals, emergency medical services (EMS), ambulance services, disaster management units, and armed forces medical corps.
NEET UG score is now mandatory for admission to Allied Health Sciences courses from the 2026-27 academic session onwards, as mandated by the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).

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GVMC B.Sc AECT Fees

The B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) programme at GVMC is offered at a highly subsidised government fee of Rs. 9,000 for the entire 3-year duration, which works out to Rs. 3,000 per year. This covers tuition fees only. Hostel facilities are available on campus at an additional cost of approximately Rs. 6,000-7,000 per year (non-mandatory). There are no additional development or management fees as this is a government institution.

Tuition Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	3,000	3,000	3,000	9,000
Total Fees	3,000	3,000	3,000	9,000

Hostel Fees

Fee Component	Per Year (Rs.)
Hostel Charges (approx.)	6,000 - 7,000

Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students on campus and is not mandatory.
Hostel fees are collected separately and are not included in the course tuition fee.
SC/ST/OBC and other eligible category students may be entitled to fee concessions or waivers as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
No EMI or instalment options are typically applicable for government college fees given the nominal fee amount.

GVMC B.Sc AECT Admission 2026-27

Admission to the B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) programme at GVMC is conducted through the Tamil Nadu Allied Health Care Degree Courses counselling process managed by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Tamil Nadu. For the 2026-27 session, NEET UG 2026 score is mandatory for admission as per the NCAHP mandate. Candidates must register on the official DMER portal after the NEET UG 2026 results are declared. Based on the 2025-26 session timeline, the counselling process is expected to begin around August-September 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27 Session)
DMER TN Allied Health Care Courses Notification	July 2026 (tentative)
Online Registration Opens	August 2026 (tentative)
Online Registration Closes	August 2026 (tentative)
Provisional Rank List Publication	August-September 2026 (tentative)
Round 1 Counselling / Choice Filling	September 2026 (tentative)
Round 1 Seat Allotment	September-October 2026 (tentative)
Round 2 / Round 3 Counselling (if applicable)	October 2026 (tentative)
Commencement of Classes	November 2026 (tentative)

NEET UG 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET UG 2026 Application Start Date	February 8, 2026
NEET UG 2026 Application End Date	March 8, 2026
NEET UG 2026 Admit Card Release	April 30, 2026 (tentative)
NEET UG 2026 Exam Date	May 3, 2026
NEET UG 2026 Answer Key Release	June 6, 2026 (tentative)
NEET UG 2026 Result Declaration	June 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects from a recognised board.
A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) is required for general category candidates; relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
Candidates must have a valid NEET UG 2026 score (mandatory from 2026-27 session as per NCAHP mandate).

Admission Process

Qualify NEET UG 2026 with the required minimum score.
Register on the official DMER Tamil Nadu portal (tnmedicalselection.net) when the Allied Health Care Degree Courses notification is released.
Pay the application fee (approximately Rs. 500 for general category) and upload required documents.
Participate in the online counselling process: fill and lock college/course preferences.
Seat allotment is based on NEET UG merit rank, category, and availability of seats.
Report to GVMC with original documents for verification and complete the admission formalities.
Pay the tuition fee at the time of joining.

GVMC B.Sc AECT Scholarships 2026-27

Students admitted to the B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) programme at GVMC can avail of several government scholarships. Given the highly subsidised tuition fee, the primary financial support available is through state and central government scholarship schemes for eligible categories. Students from SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker sections are particularly well-supported through multiple scholarship programmes.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Frequency
Tamil Nadu State Government Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	SC/ST/OBC students enrolled in government colleges	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance	Annual
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government)	SC/ST students with parental income below prescribed limit	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	Annual
NSP PM-USP Yojana (National Scholarship Portal)	80% in Class 12, AICTE/UGC recognised UG courses, parental income up to Rs. 4.5 Lakhs	Up to Rs. 82,000 per annum	Annual
First Graduate Scholarship (Tamil Nadu Government)	First graduate in the family from Tamil Nadu	Varies (maintenance allowance)	Annual
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Scholarship	Meritorious students from Tamil Nadu	Varies	Annual

Students must apply for scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal within the prescribed deadlines, typically within 3 months of admission.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective government authorities.
Given the nominal tuition fee of Rs. 9,000 for the entire course, most scholarship benefits effectively cover the full tuition cost for eligible students.

GVMC B.Sc AECT FAQs

Ques. Is NEET UG mandatory for admission to B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) at GVMC Vellore in 2026?

Ans. Yes. From the 2026-27 academic session, NEET UG has been made mandatory for admission to Allied and Healthcare undergraduate courses, including B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology), as per the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) mandate. Candidates must have a valid NEET UG 2026 score to be eligible for the DMER Tamil Nadu counselling process.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) at GVMC Vellore?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the entire 3-year programme is Rs. 9,000 (Rs. 3,000 per year). This is a government institution, so there are no additional development or management fees. Hostel charges are separate and optional, approximately Rs. 6,000-7,000 per year.

Ques. How many seats are available for B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) at GVMC Vellore?

Ans. GVMC offers B.Sc programmes in 6 allied health science disciplines. The exact seat intake for B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) is limited (typically around 10-15 seats per batch as is standard for government medical college allied health programmes in Tamil Nadu). Candidates are advised to check the official DMER Tamil Nadu vacancy notification for the exact seat matrix for the 2026-27 session.

Ques. What career options are available after completing B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) from GVMC Vellore?

Ans. Graduates can work as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Trauma Care Technicians, or Accident and Emergency Care Technologists in government and private hospitals, emergency departments, ambulance services (including 108 Emergency Services), disaster management units, armed forces medical corps, and air ambulance services. Many graduates also pursue higher studies such as M.Sc in Emergency Medical Technology or related fields.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Sc students at GVMC Vellore?

Ans. Yes, GVMC provides on-campus hostel facilities for both male and female students. The hostel offers shared rooms (2-3 students per room), mess/dining services, study rooms, and basic amenities. The hostel fee is approximately Rs. 6,000-7,000 per year and is charged separately from the tuition fee. Hostel accommodation is not mandatory.

Ques. What is the admission process for B.Sc (Accident and Emergency Care Technology) at GVMC Vellore and when does it typically start?

Ans. Admission is through the Tamil Nadu Allied Health Care Degree Courses centralised counselling conducted by DMER Tamil Nadu (tnmedicalselection.net). Based on the 2025-26 session, the process typically begins around August-September after NEET UG results are declared. Candidates must register online, fill course preferences, and participate in seat allotment rounds. The 2026-27 session counselling is expected to follow a similar timeline, starting around August-September 2026 after NEET UG 2026 results (expected June 2026).