Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 is the state-level admission process for MBBS and BDS courses in Tamil Nadu’s government and self-financing medical/dental colleges. It is conducted by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DME), Tamil Nadu, the state’s designated conducting authority, through its official website tnmedicalselection.org.
Admission to 85% of seats in Government Medical/Dental Colleges (State Quota) is handled by this Selection Committee through single-window online counselling, while the remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats are counselled separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Both processes admit only candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Since the original NEET UG 2026 exam held on 3 May 2026 was cancelled and a Re-NEET exam was conducted on 21 June 2026, this year’s admission schedule has run later than usual, the Tamil Nadu 2026-2027 session prospectus was released on 29 June 2026, with online applications opening the same day for MBBS & BDS.
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 schedule has been revised again following the latest MCC schedule. Candidates can now complete registration, choice filling and choice locking until August 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Seat allotment processing will take place on August 25 and 26, with the result scheduled for August 27. Candidates can download their allotment orders until September 5 at 12:00 Noon, while the last date for reporting is September 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
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This guide walks you through everything about Tamil Nadu NEET Counseling 2026 from dates, eligibility, registration, choice filling, documents, the state's unique 69% reservation policy, seat allotment, fees, merit list, cutoff, and top medical/dental colleges, covering both Government Quota and Management Quota (including Minority & NRI seats).
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 Highlights
Here's a quick snapshot of the key facts about Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 before we dive into the details.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Name | Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 (MBBS/BDS – Government Quota & Management Quota) |
| Conducting Authority | Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DME), Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | tnmedicalselection.org |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS |
| Based On | NEET UG 2026 score (Re-NEET held 21 June 2026) |
| Quota Split | 85% State Quota (Selection Committee) + 15% All India Quota (MCC); Government Quota + Management Quota (incl. Minority/NRI) prospectuses run in parallel |
| Mode | Single-window online counselling with online choice/preference locking |
| Counselling Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, Stray Round |
| Total Medical Colleges & Seats | 78 colleges, 13,050 seats |
| Total Dental Colleges & Seats | 32 colleges, 3,063 seats |
| Reservation Policy | Open Competition 31%, BC 30%, MBC 20%, SC 18%, ST 1% (69% Rule of Reservation) |
Latest News & Notifications
Here's a quick round-up of the most recent updates on Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026.
| Notification / Notice | Check Notice |
|---|---|
| Extension of Online Counselling Registration, Choice Filling and Locking till 5:00 PM on 20 August 2026 | Check Notice |
| Mandatory Pre-Counselling Fee Disclosure by Self-Financing Medical and Dental Institutions as Directed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court | Check Notice |
| Provisional List of Candidates Allotted for Sports Category – MBBS/BDS 2026–27 Session | Check Notice |
| Provisional List of Candidates Allotted for Ex-Servicemen Category – MBBS/BDS 2026–27 Session | Check Notice |
| Provisional List of Candidates Allotted for PwD Category – MBBS/BDS 2026–27 Session | Check Notice |
| Provisional List of Candidates Allotted for MBBS/BDS Course – Tamil Nadu Government School Candidates 7.5% Reservation, 2026–27 Session | Check Notice |
| Portal for Management Quota – Upload Income Certificate of SC/SCA/ST/SCCC Candidates Whose Parents’ Annual Income is Less Than ₹2.50 Lakhs | Check Notice |
| Portal for Government Quota – Upload Income Certificate of SC/SCA/ST/SCCC Candidates Whose Parents’ Annual Income is Less Than ₹2.50 Lakhs | Check Notice |
| Notification for Candidates of SC/SCA/ST Whose Parents’ Annual Income is Less Than ₹2.50 Lakhs and Scheduled Caste Converted Christianity Candidates Whose Parent’s Annual Income is Less Than ₹2.50 Lakhs | Check Notice |
| Tentative Special Category Vacancy Position for MBBS/BDS Course – 2026–27 Session | Check Notice |
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 Dates
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 schedule has been extended following the extension of All India Quota counselling by MCC. Candidates can now complete registration, fee payment, choice filling and locking until August 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Revised Schedule
| Counselling Process | Revised Schedule |
|---|---|
| Registration, Payment, Choice Filling & Locking | Up to August 20, 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | August 21, 2026 |
| Publication of Allotment Result | August 22, 2026 |
| Downloading of Provisional Allotment Order | August 22 to August 28, 2026, up to 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date for Reporting/Joining | August 28, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Revised Schedule
| Counselling Process | Revised Date |
|---|---|
| Registration, Choice Filling & Choice Locking | Up to August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Seat Allotment Processing | August 25 & 26, 2026 |
| Publication of Allotment Result | August 27, 2026 |
| Downloading of Allotment Order | August 27 to September 5, 2026, up to 12:00 Noon |
| Last Date for Reporting/Joining | September 5, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
Types of Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026
Tamil Nadu runs two separate but parallel prospectuses for MBBS/BDS admission, each with its own seat categories:
- Government Quota Counselling: Covers Category A (85% seats in Government Medical Colleges), Category A1 (ESIC Medical College, K.K. Nagar, Chennai), Category B (Government Quota seats in Self-Financing Medical Colleges), Category C (85% seats in Government Dental Colleges), and Category D (Government Quota seats in Self-Financing Dental Colleges).
- Management Quota Counselling (including Minority & NRI): Covers Category E (Management Quota seats in Self-Financing Medical/Dental Colleges and State Private University Medical Colleges), Category F (Minority seats of Management Quota), Category G (NRI seats of Management Quota, up to 15% of Management Quota seats), and Category H (Minority seats in Christian Medical College, Vellore).
- All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling: 15% of seats in Government Medical Colleges, ESIC Medical College, and Government Dental Colleges are surrendered to the All India Quota, counselled by the MCC on an all-India NEET UG rank basis.
- Special Category Counselling: Separate provisions exist for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Eminent Sportspersons, and Wards of Ex-Servicemen, counselled alongside the main process with dedicated seat allocations.
- 7.5% Government School Reservation: A preferential 7.5% quota is set apart for candidates who studied continuously in Tamil Nadu Government Schools from Standard VI to XII.
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, check that you meet all the eligibility conditions, nativity and community certificate requirements are strictly enforced in Tamil Nadu, so read this carefully.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA |
| Nationality | Indian citizen; OCI/PIO candidates, eligible but only under Open Category, without reservation benefits |
| Nativity (Government Quota) | Must be a Native of Tamil Nadu with a valid Nativity Certificate from the competent authority; candidates who appeared in NEET UG 2026 as a native of another state cannot apply as a Tamil Nadu native |
| Age | Minimum 17 years, completed on or before 31 December 2026 |
| Minimum NEET UG Percentile | 50th percentile (Open/Unreserved); 40th percentile (SC/ST/OBC); 45th percentile (PwBD – Unreserved); 40th percentile (PwBD – SC/ST/OBC) |
| Qualifying Examination Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English, passed individually |
| Minimum Marks in Qualifying Exam (PCB aggregate) | 50% (Open category); 40% (SC/ST/OBC); 45%/40% (PwBD categories, as applicable) |
| Community Certificate (for reservation) | Required from either parent, issued by the competent Revenue Authority of Tamil Nadu, to claim communal reservation |
| Non-Eligibility | Natives of other states who studied Class VI-XII wholly/partly outside Tamil Nadu are NOT eligible under Government Quota (Management Quota has separate eligibility) |
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Process Step by Step
Here's the broad sequence the Tamil Nadu Selection Committee follows for MBBS/BDS admissions every year:
- Prospectus & Notification Release: The Selection Committee publishes separate Government Quota and Management Quota prospectuses on tnmedicalselection.org.
- Online Application: Eligible candidates register and submit a single online application (one for Government Quota, a separate one if also applying for Management Quota).
- Document Upload & Scrutiny: Candidates upload NEET admit card, mark sheets, nativity/community certificates, and other relevant documents; the Selection Committee scrutinises applications.
- Eligible Merit List Publication: A list of eligible candidates (based on NEET UG rank and verified documents) is published on the official website.
- Counselling Registration: Candidates in the Eligible Merit List register afresh for each round of counselling by paying the registration fee (and Security Deposit, where applicable).
- Online Choice Filling: Candidates fill and lock their preferred college-course combinations in order of priority.
- Seat Allotment (Round 1): Seats are allotted based on NEET UG rank, the 69% reservation rule, and choices filled.
- Fee Payment & Joining: Selected candidates download the provisional allotment order, pay the tuition fee, and report to the allotted college with original documents.
- Round 2 & Round 3: Candidates seeking upgrades, fresh registrants, and non-joined candidates participate in subsequent rounds.
- Stray Round: A final round to fill any seats still vacant after Round 3.
- Admission Confirmation: The college verifies original documents and confirms the admission.
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Registration Process
Here's how to apply for Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 on the official portal:
- Visit tnmedicalselection.org and go to the online application section for MBBS/BDS 2026-2027.
- Register using your mobile number (OTP verification) and create a unique User ID and Password.
- Fill in your personal details such as name, parent/guardian details, address, date of birth, gender, nationality, nativity, religion, community/caste, Aadhaar number, and special category (if any).
- Enter your NEET UG 2026 roll number, register number, score, and qualifying exam details (board, group code, year of passing, number of attempts).
- Fill in your marks details, mother tongue, medium of instruction, parent's occupation and annual income, and native district.
- Upload the required documents in PDF format, NEET UG 2026 admit card, Class X and XI mark sheets, HSC mark sheet, transfer certificate, community/nativity certificates, and special category certificates, as applicable.
- Pay the application fee online, Rs.500 for Government Quota (SC/SCA/ST candidates exempted), Rs.1,000 for Management Quota.
- Review all entries carefully, no changes are allowed after submission then submit and download the filled application for your records.
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Choice Filling
Once the Eligible Merit List is out and you've registered for a counselling round, here's how choice filling works:
- Log in to tnmedicalselection.org using the same credentials (User ID, Password, mobile number) used during application.
- Pay the registration fee (Rs.500, non-refundable) and applicable Security Deposit for the round you're attending.
- Study the list of available seats, college-wise and course-wise and prepare a tentative preference list before filling choices online, since choices reflect your actual preference order for allotment.
- Fill in your choices in the order you prefer, across as many colleges/courses as you're willing to consider.
- Once you lock your choices for a round, they cannot be changed, so double-check before locking.
- Seat allotment applies your NEET UG rank and the 69% reservation rule against your locked choices.
- If not satisfied with a Round 1 seat, you can re-register and fill fresh choices in Round 2 for a possible upgrade but note that Round 1 seats not retained become "virtual vacancies" available to other candidates in Round 2.
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready (uploaded in PDF format during application, and originals for verification/admission):
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
- Class X Mark Sheet (both sides)
- Class XI Mark Sheet (both sides)
- HSC (12th Standard) Mark Sheet or equivalent (both sides)
- Transfer Certificate (issued after completion of HSC or equivalent)
- Certificate of proof of study from Standard VI to XII (for candidates who studied entirely in Tamil Nadu)
- Nativity Certificate issued by the competent Tamil Nadu authority
- Community Certificate (if claiming communal reservation) of either parent, from the competent Revenue Authority
- Income Certificate of parent (for fee exemption claims, must be valid on the date of application)
- Special Category Form with relevant certificates (PwBD, Eminent Sportsperson, Ex-Servicemen wards, as applicable)
- Bonafide Certificate from the Chief Educational Officer (for the 7.5% Government School Reservation)
- Eligibility Certificate from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (for candidates from boards other than State Board/CBSE/ICSE)
- Court orders, if any, and additional supporting documents as applicable
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Reservation Policy
Tamil Nadu follows its well-known 69% reservation rule, layered on top of the AIQ/State Quota split:
| Reservation Category | Reservation (%) | Eligibility / Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Open Competition (OC) | 31% | Seats are allotted purely on NEET UG merit, irrespective of community. Reserved category candidates can also secure seats under Open Competition based on merit. |
| Backward Class (BC) | 30% | Reserved for eligible Backward Class candidates, including 3.5% earmarked for Backward Class Muslims (BCM). |
| Most Backward Class (MBC) / Denotified Communities (DNC) | 20% | Reserved for candidates belonging to the MBC and DNC communities. |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 18% | Reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates, with 16% of the SC quota earmarked for the Arunthathiyar (SCA) community. |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1% | Reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates possessing valid community certificates. |
| Government School Reservation | 7.5% (Horizontal) | Preferential reservation for candidates who have studied continuously in Tamil Nadu Government Schools from Class VI to XII, subject to eligibility. |
| All India Quota (AIQ) | 15% of Government MBBS/BDS Seats | Government Medical Colleges, Government Dental Colleges, and ESIC Medical College seats are surrendered to MCC for All India Quota counselling. |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | As Per Norms (Horizontal) | Horizontal reservation for eligible candidates with benchmark disabilities as per NMC and Government norms. |
| Eminent Sportspersons Quota | As Notified | Reserved for eligible sportspersons possessing valid certificates issued by the competent authority. |
| Wards of Ex-Servicemen | As Notified | Reserved for eligible children/wards of Ex-servicemen as per Tamil Nadu Government rules. |
Fee Exemption for Reserved Categories
| Eligible Category | Fee Exemption |
|---|---|
| SC / SCA / ST / Scheduled Caste Converts to Christianity (with parental annual income below Rs.2.5 lakh) | Exempted from Application Fee, Security Deposit, and Tuition Fee for Government Quota seats in Self-Financing Medical/Dental Colleges. |
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Seat Allotment Process
- Admission is made through online counselling strictly on the basis of NEET UG 2026 rank, applying the 69% reservation rule against the candidate's locked choices.
- There are four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and a Stray Round.
- Security Deposit at registration: NIL for Government Medical/Dental Colleges (Category A, A1, C); Rs.30,000 for Government Quota seats in Self-Financing Colleges (Category B, D), SC/SCA/ST/SC-converts-to-Christianity with income below Rs.2.5 lakh are exempted; Rs.1,00,000 for Management Quota (including Minority/NRI).
- Round 1: Candidates pay the registration fee (Rs.500) and applicable Security Deposit, then fill and lock choices; unavailed PwBD seats are added back to the General Category.
- Round 2: Open to candidates who didn't get a seat in Round 1, those wanting an upgrade, and fresh registrants; if upgraded, the Round 1 seat is relinquished and becomes a "virtual vacancy" for other candidates.
- Round 3: Similar structure, with fresh registration allowed for candidates not registered earlier; candidates who joined and later resigned in Round 1/2 within the stipulated time can still participate.
- Joined-up-to-Round-3 Rule: Once joined via AIQ or State Quota by Round 3, a candidate cannot participate in further rounds for that quota (as per DGHS/MCC rules).
- Stray Round: Fills any seats still vacant after Round 3; a Discontinuation Fee of Rs.10,00,000 applies if a candidate is allotted a seat in Round 3 or the Stray Round and fails to join.
- Mutual transfer between colleges is NOT permitted under any circumstances, and locked choices cannot be changed within the same round.
- Furnishing false certificates or incorrect information leads to cancellation of admission, forfeiture of all fees, and a 3-year debarment from Tamil Nadu UG medical counselling.
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 Fees
| Fee Component | Approximate Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee – Government Quota (SC/SCA/ST exempted) | Rs.500 |
| Application Fee – Management Quota | Rs.1,000 |
| Counselling Registration Fee (each round) | Rs.500 (non-refundable) |
| Security Deposit – Government Medical/Dental Colleges | NIL |
| Security Deposit – Government Quota in Self-Financing Colleges | Rs.30,000 (exempted for eligible SC/SCA/ST) |
| Security Deposit – Management Quota (incl. Minority/NRI) | Rs.1,00,000 |
| MBBS Tuition Fee – Government Medical Colleges (OC/BC/BCM/MBC) | Rs.18,073 per annum (incl. tuition, special, library, university & other fees) |
| MBBS Tuition Fee – Government Medical Colleges (SC/SCA/ST) | Rs.12,073 per annum |
| BDS Tuition Fee – Government Dental Colleges (OC/BC/BCM/MBC) | Rs.16,073 per annum |
| BDS Tuition Fee – Government Dental Colleges (SC/SCA/ST) | Rs.12,073 per annum |
| MBBS/BDS – ESIC Medical College, K.K. Nagar, Chennai | Rs.1,00,000 (Rs.24,000 for wards of Insured Persons) |
| Government Quota – Self-Financing Medical Colleges | Approx. Rs.4,35,000 – Rs.5,40,000 per annum (college-specific) |
| Government Quota – Self-Financing Dental Colleges | Rs.2,50,000 per annum |
| Management Quota – Self-Financing Medical Colleges | Approx. Rs.15,00,000 – Rs.16,20,000 per annum (college-specific) |
| NRI Quota – Self-Financing Medical Colleges | Approx. Rs.27,00,000 – Rs.30,00,000 per annum (college-specific) |
| Management Quota – Self-Financing Dental Colleges | Rs.6,00,000 per annum |
| NRI Quota – Self-Financing Dental Colleges | Rs.9,00,000 per annum |
| Discontinuation Fee (if seat vacated in Round 3/Stray Round or later) | Rs.10,00,000 |
Fee figures are as notified in the 2026-2027 prospectus and are subject to revision by the Fee Fixation Committee, always verify the latest figures from Counselling Expert before payment.
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 Merit List
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Eligible Merit List is prepared by the Selection Committee based strictly on NEET UG 2026 rank/score, along with the nativity, community, and category details verified during document scrutiny. Separate merit lists apply for Government Quota (Open Competition, BC, MBC/DNC, SC, SCA, ST, and the 7.5% Government School quota) and Management Quota (General, Minority, and NRI). Only candidates appearing in the applicable Eligible Merit List can register for counselling and participate in choice filling.
Downloadable PDF – Merit List
| Merit List | Download |
|---|---|
| Government Quota Merit List | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| Management Quota Merit List | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| NRI Quota Merit List | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| Local Quota Merit List (Ahmedabad/Surat) | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling Cut Off
Tamil Nadu NEET UG cutoff is the closing rank/marks at which the last candidate was allotted a seat in a particular college, course, and category in a given round. Detailed round-wise and college-wise cutoff data for 2026-2027 will be added here once the Selection Committee publishes the official allotment results.
Downloadable PDF – OR-CR (Opening Rank-Closing Rank)
| Round | Download |
|---|---|
| Round 1 OR-CR | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| Round 2 OR-CR | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| Mop-Up Round OR-CR | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
Top Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has a total of 78 medical colleges offering 13,050 MBBS seats which includes 39 government colleges (5,450 seats) and 39 private colleges (7,600 seats), making it one of India's largest medical education hubs.
Top Government Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu
| College Name | College Website |
|---|---|
| Madras Medical College, Chennai | Click Here |
| Stanley Medical College, Chennai | Click Here |
| Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai | Click Here |
| Madurai Medical College, Madurai | Click Here |
| Coimbatore Medical College, Coimbatore | Click Here |
| Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur | Click Here |
Top Private Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu
| College Name | College Website |
|---|---|
| Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore | Click Here |
| PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Coimbatore | Click Here |
| Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Madurai | Click Here |
| Panimalar Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Chennai | Click Here |
| Tagore Medical College & Hospital, Chennai | Click Here |
| Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences, Kanyakumari | Click Here |
| Trichy SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Trichy | Click Here |
Top Dental Colleges in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has 32 dental colleges offering 3,063 BDS seats which includes 3 government colleges (263 seats) and 29 private colleges (2,800 seats).
Top Government Dental Colleges in Tamil Nadu
| College Name | College Website |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Dental College & Hospital, Chennai | Click Here |
| Rajah Muthiah Dental College & Hospital, Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar | Click Here |
Top Private Dental Colleges in Tamil Nadu
| College Name | College Website |
|---|---|
| Ragas Dental College & Hospital, Chennai | Click Here |
| Sri Ramakrishna Dental College & Hospital, Coimbatore | Click Here |
| Meenakshi Ammal Dental College & Hospital, Chennai | Click Here |
| Tagore Dental College & Hospital, Vandalur, Chennai | Click Here |
| Sri Mookambigai Dental College, Kulasekaram | Click Here |
| Chettinad Dental College & Research Institute, Padur, Chennai | Click Here |
| CSI Dental College & Hospital, Madurai | Click Here |
Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 Seat Matrix
The seat matrix showing college-wise, course-wise, and category-wise seat availability across Government Quota (Category A/A1/B/C/D), Management Quota (Category E/F/G/H), and All India Quota is published by the Selection Committee before each round of counselling.
Downloadable PDF – Seat Matrix
| Round | Download |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Seat Matrix | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| Round 2 Seat Matrix | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
| Mop-Up Round Seat Matrix | Download PDF – Coming Soon |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 registration close?
A. The Selection Committee reopened the online application window as a one-time measure from 26 July 2026, 10:00 AM to 27 July 2026, 3:00 PM, strictly for candidates who hadn't submitted their applications earlier. No further extensions will be given, and this deadline is final.
Q. Who conducts Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026?
A. The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DME), Tamil Nadu conducts both the Government Quota and Management Quota counselling for MBBS/BDS, while 15% All India Quota seats in Government Medical/Dental Colleges are counselled separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
Q. What is the minimum NEET UG percentile required for Tamil Nadu counselling?
A. Open category candidates need at least the 50th percentile, SC/ST/OBC candidates need the 40th percentile, and PwBD candidates need the 45th percentile (Unreserved) or 40th percentile (SC/ST/OBC), in Physics, Chemistry & Biology combined.
Q. Is Tamil Nadu nativity compulsory for Government Quota admission?
A. Candidates must be a Native of Tamil Nadu with a valid Nativity Certificate to apply under Government Quota; those who appeared in NEET UG 2026 as a native of another state cannot subsequently claim Tamil Nadu nativity.
Q. How many medical and dental colleges are there in Tamil Nadu?
A. Tamil Nadu has 78 medical colleges (13,050 seats: 39 government with 5,450 seats and 39 private with 7,600 seats) and 32 dental colleges (3,063 seats: 3 government with 263 seats and 29 private with 2,800 seats).
Q. How many rounds are there in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling?
A. The process has four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and a Stray Round for any seats remaining vacant.
Q. What happens if I don't join my allotted college on time?
A. If a candidate is allotted a seat in Round 3 or the Stray Round and fails to join within the stipulated time, they must pay a Discontinuation Fee of Rs.10,00,000 and forfeit the Security Deposit and Tuition Fee already paid.
Q. Where can I check the official Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 schedule and merit list?
A. All official dates, the Eligible Merit List, prospectus, and counselling results are published only on the Selection Committee's website (tnmedicalselection.org).
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