First Year MBBS Course (AY 2026-2027)
The Deans of the Government & Self Financing Medical Colleges are requested to follow the instructions on the course commencement and Academic schedules for the current academic year 2026-2027 for 1st Year MBBS Students.
First Year MBBS Course (AY 2026-2027)
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Course Commencement | 15.09.2026 |
| Fresher Introductory Session | 15.09.2026 |
| Foundation Course | 16.09.2026 to 29.09.2026 |
| Core Curriculum Start Date | 30.09.2026 |
| Vacation Period |
25.12.2026 to 31.12.2026 25.05.2027 to 31.05.2027 |
Circular Details
Ref. No.: 073938/ME1/1/2026
Directorate of Medical Education & Research
Kilpauk, Chennai — 10
Dated: 07.09.2026
Sub
Medical Education — Instructions on the course commencement and academic schedules for the current Academic Year 2026-2027 for 1st year — Regarding.
Course Schedule
| Schedule | Period / Date |
|---|---|
| Course Commencement | 15.09.2026 |
| Fresher Introductory Session | 15.09.2026 |
| Foundation Course | 16.09.2026 to 29.09.2026 |
| Core Curriculum Start Date | 30.09.2026 |
| Vacation Period | 25.12.2026 to 31.12.2026 |
| Vacation Period | 25.05.2027 to 31.05.2027 |
Directorate of Medical Education & Research
Director of Medical Education & Research
To
The Deans of all Government & Self Financing Medical Colleges under the administrative control of this Directorate.
Copy to
- The Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University, Guindy, Chennai — 600 032
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