Tamil Nadu NEET UG Medical Admission Process
Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling is conducted by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Chennai for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BSc Nursing and paramedical courses in government and private colleges across Tamil Nadu.
Counselling Authority
TN Selection Committee
State Quota
85%
MBBS Seats / Colleges
13,999 / 78
Overview
Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling is conducted by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Chennai for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BSc Nursing and paramedical courses in government and private colleges across Tamil Nadu.
Counselling Authority & Official Portal
Authority Name
Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DMER), Tamil Nadu
Official Website
https://tnmedicalselection.netCounselling Portal
https://tnmedicalselection.netHelpline
044-28361674 / 044-28363822
Eligibility Criteria
Summary
Candidate must be NEET UG qualified and studied Classes VI to XII in Tamil Nadu, or possess a Nativity Certificate issued by the TN government.
Domicile Rule
Candidates who studied Classes VI to XII in Tamil Nadu (nativity certificate not required). For those who studied outside TN, a Nativity Certificate from TN government is mandatory.
Reservation & Category Quota
| Category | Reservation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | 31% | Unreserved category |
| BC (Backward Class) | 26.5% | Backward Class |
| BCM (Backward Class Muslim) | 3.5% | Backward Class Muslims |
| MBC/DNC | 20% | Most Backward Classes / Denotified Communities |
| SC | 15% | Scheduled Caste |
| SC (Arunthathiyar) | 3% | Arunthathiyar (within SC quota) |
| ST | 1% | Scheduled Tribe |
Step-by-Step Counselling Process
Online Registration
Register on tnmedicalselection.net with NEET UG details, personal information, and category declarations.
Document Upload & Verification
Upload scanned copies of all required documents. Original documents verified at verification centres.
Merit List Publication
State merit rank list published based on NEET UG 2026 scores.
Choice Filling
Fill preferences for medical, dental, and other courses along with preferred colleges.
Seat Allotment
Round-wise computerised seat allotment based on merit, choices, category, and seat availability.
Physical Document Verification
Attend in-person document verification at designated centres with original documents.
Reporting & Admission
Report to allotted college, pay tuition fee, and complete the admission process.
Important Dates
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Rank List Publication | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Choice Filling (Round 1) | July-August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | August-September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-Up Round | September-October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Stray Vacancy Round | October-November 2026 (Tentative) |
Key Points to Remember
- TN has 13,999 MBBS seats across 78 NMC-recognised medical colleges
- 7.5% special reservation for government school students
- TN does NOT implement 10% EWS in 85% state quota
- Tamil Nadu has its own reservation policy with 69% total reservation
- Top colleges: Madras Medical College (Chennai), Stanley Medical College, Madurai Medical College, Coimbatore Medical College
- Counselling conducted for both government and management quota seats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official website for TN NEET counselling?
The official website is tnmedicalselection.net.
Is domicile required for TN state quota?
Candidates who studied in TN from Class 6 to 12 are eligible. Others need a Nativity Certificate.
Does TN have EWS reservation?
No, Tamil Nadu does not implement 10% EWS reservation in the 85% state quota.
How many MBBS seats in Tamil Nadu?
Approximately 13,999 MBBS seats across 78 medical colleges.
Explore Tamil Nadu Medical Colleges
View complete list of MBBS and BDS colleges in Tamil Nadu with seat matrix, fee structure, and cutoff ranks
Official Source
Authority
TN Selection Committee
Quick Stats
- State Quota
- 85%
- MBBS Seats
- 13,999
- Medical Colleges
- 78
- Courses
- 8