Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2 Schedule

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Chennai has announced the Round 2 Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2025 schedule, giving MBBS and BDS aspirants another chance to get a seat in state medical and dental colleges. This round is particularly important for candidates who either did not register for Round 1, did not get a seat, or wish to upgrade an allotment made before.

The announced schedule indicates that the Round 2 registration and payment period is from 16th September 2025 (10:00 AM) to 18th September 2025 (5:00 PM). Candidates who are eligible are required to complete their registration and the counselling fee before they can choose and get their allotment as per the official timeline. Round 2 ensures fair opportunities to all fresh candidates, as well as provides an opportunity for all registered candidates to receive a better seat allocation based on merit and preference.

This blog provides the complete Round 2 schedule, important steps for participation, and points candidates must keep in mind to avoid disqualification.

Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2 Dates

Process	Date & Time (From)	Date & Time (To)	Details / Rank / NEET Mark
Registration & Payment (if not already paid)	16-09-2025 (10:00 AM)	18-09-2025 (05:00 PM)	GQ: GR 001 to GR 39853 (NEET Marks: 665 to 113)
Choice Filling & Locking	19-09-2025 (02:00 PM)	22-09-2025 (05:00 PM)	MQ: GR 001 to GR 28279 (NEET Marks: 641 to 113)
Processing and Display of Virtual Vacancies	19-09-2025		Virtual vacancies published for Round 2 counselling
Processing of Seat Allotment	23-09-2025		Seat allotment for Round 2 is processed based on merit & preferences
Publication of Result	24-09-2025		Round 2 seat allotment result declared
Downloading the Provisional Allotment Order	From 24-09-2025	To 30-09-2025 (12:00 Noon)	Candidates can download allotment orders within this period
Last Date of Joining	30-09-202505:00 PM		Candidates must report to allotted colleges before this deadline

Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2 Process

The second round of Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 is intended to provide candidates with a second opportunity to obtain a seat or to improve upon their previous allotment. It is essential that candidates are familiar with the regulations, timelines, and implications of Round 2, as allotments under Round 2 will have conditions. A complete description of the process follows: 

1. Upgradation and Resignation

• If an applicant chooses to upgrade and be assigned a seat during Round 2, they will lose their Round 1 seat assigned and need to join their Round 2 seat. 
• After the applicant joins the upgrade, they will have no rights to the Round 1 seat under any circumstance.

2. Choice Filling and Editing

• Round 2 choice filling will follow the registration process.
• Eligible candidates include:

1. Those seeking upgradation from Round 1.
2. Un-allotted candidates from Round 1.
3. Not-joined candidates who did not take admission after Round 1 allotment.

• Candidates can edit their choices until they lock them. Once locked, choices cannot be changed.
• If a candidate fails to lock their choices before the deadline, their choices will be automatically locked by the system.

3. Virtual Vacancies

• Seats allotted in Round 1 will be displayed as virtual vacancies during Round 2.
• Candidates can fill choices for these seats.
• The seat will be converted into a real vacancy only if the Round 1 allotted candidate vacates or upgrades in Round 2.

4. Re-allotment Rules 

• If the candidate is re-allotted in Round 2, the previously allotted Round 1 seat will be forfeited and allotted to other candidates based on their merits lower than the candidate being allotted a Round 2 seat. 
• The candidates who were upgraded in Round 2 will not hold claim for any of the previously allotted Round 1 seat, even if they do not join the Round 2 seat. 

5. Resignation and Discontinuation

• Applicants can resign from the course prior to the announced resignation date and be eligible for the next round. 
• Applicants who resign from the course after the resign date may continue to Round 3 but will no longer be eligible for any deposit or registration fees that they had paid.

6. Retention and Free Exit

• Candidates will be retained if they are allotted the same seat in Round 2, which they were allotted in Round 1, they will be considered retained and abide to Round 2 rules. 
• Candidates who were freshly allotted a seat in Round 2, must report to their institute, however, if they do not report their institute, they can also go to subsequent rounds under free exit without any forfeitures.

7. Important Instructions

• Candidates should carefully read the prospectus and analyse their choices before locking.
• It is strongly recommended to choose only preferred colleges to avoid unwanted allotments.
• The vacancy position will be available on the official website before choice filling.
• The selection committee will not be responsible for connectivity or procedural errors, so candidates are advised to complete all steps well before the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who is eligible to participate in Round 2 of Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025?

A. Candidates who have registered but were not allotted any seat in Round 1, those who did not join their allotted seat, and candidates who wish to upgrade their Round 1 seat are eligible to participate in Round 2.

Q. What happens if I am allotted a seat in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2 after upgrading?

A. If you are allotted a seat through upgradation in Round 2, you must relinquish your Round 1 seat and join the Round 2 allotted seat. You cannot retain the Round 1 seat.

Q. Can I edit my choices after locking them in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025?

A. Once you lock your choices during the Round 2 counselling, you cannot edit or modify them. If you do not lock them manually before the last date, they will be automatically locked.

Q. What are virtual vacancies in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2?

A. Virtual vacancies are seats allotted in Round 1 that are displayed as available in Round 2 for choice filling. They become real vacancies only if the Round 1 allotted candidate vacates or upgrades.

Q. Can I discontinue my course after Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2?

A. You may discontinue the course before the announced resignation date and still remain eligible for subsequent rounds. However, if you discontinue after the resignation date, you can still participate in Round 3 but must forfeit your registration fee and security deposit.

Q. What if I am allotted the same seat in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2 as in Round 1?

A. You will be considered as having retained your seat, and the Round 2 rules will apply.

Q. Is there a free exit option in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2?

A. If you are freshly allotted a seat in Round 2 and do not report or join the allotted institute, you can still participate in subsequent rounds without any forfeiture – this is called Free Exit.

Q. How will admission be made in Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2025 Round 2?

A. Admission to MBBS and BDS courses will be made strictly on the basis of NEET rank by applying the rule of reservation during online counselling.