Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, has extended the joining timeline for Round 3 of Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 by one day following representations from candidates and discussions with the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
According to Notification, dated October 7, 2026, candidates can now fill and lock their choices until 5:00 PM on October 9, 2026.
The notice also outlines the revised schedule for seat allotment processing, result publication, allotment order downloads and college reporting.
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3: Revised Schedule
| Counselling Activity | Revised Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Choice filling and locking deadline | October 9, 2026, by 5:00 PM |
| Seat allotment processing | October 10 and 11, 2026 |
| Round 3 result publication | October 12, 2026 |
| Allotment order download | October 12 to October 15, 2026, until 12:00 noon |
| Last date for reporting to the allotted college | October 15, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
Seat Allotment Processing on October 10 and 11
The Selection Committee has scheduled seat allotment processing for October 10 and 11, 2026.
The notice specifically states that candidates who have joined under the All India Quota (AIQ) Round 3 will be removed from the processing of Tamil Nadu State Round 3 results.
Candidates should therefore carefully review their counselling status and follow the instructions applicable to their respective quota.
Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 Result on October 12
The Round 3 seat allotment results are scheduled to be published on October 12, 2026. Candidates will be able to download their allotment orders from October 12 until 12:00 noon on October 15, 2026, according to the revised schedule.
After downloading the allotment order, candidates should complete the required admission formalities within the prescribed reporting period.
Final Reporting Deadline: October 15
The last date for candidates to report to their allotted colleges for Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 is October 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Candidates are advised to complete choice filling and locking before the deadline, check the published allotment result and download their allotment orders within the specified period.
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