Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling is conducted by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu, for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and other undergraduate medical courses in government and private medical colleges across the state. Admission is based on NEET UG 2026 scores and the Tamil Nadu State Merit List.
If you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and wish to participate in Tamil Nadu medical admissions, this guide will walk you through every step – from registration to final admission.
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Before You Start Filling)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Domicile | Tamil Nadu domicile required for State Quota seats |
| NEET | Must have qualified NEET UG with the required percentile |
| Age | Minimum 17 years as on December 31 of the admission year |
| Education | 10+2 with PCB + English from a recognized board |
⚠️ Candidates claiming Tamil Nadu State Quota must fulfill the domicile/nativity requirements prescribed by the Selection Committee.
📂 Documents Required Before You Begin Form Filling
Keep these scanned copies ready (JPEG/PDF format):
- NEET UG Admit Card
- NEET UG Scorecard
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Class 12 Marksheet & Certificate
- Nativity Certificate (if applicable)
- Tamil Nadu Domicile Certificate
- Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) – if applicable
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Candidate Signature
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Parent Documents (for nativity/community claims, if required)
⚠️ Ensure all documents are clear and uploaded in the prescribed format.
🖥️ Step-by-Step Form Filling Process
Step 1 – Registration
- Visit the official Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee website.
- Click on "NEET UG Counselling Registration 2026".
- Select "New Registration".
- Enter:
- NEET Roll Number
- NEET Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
After successful registration, note down your login credentials.
Step 2 – Fill Personal Details
Enter:
- Candidate Name
- Father's Name
- Mother's Name
- Gender
- Category
- Date of Birth
- Nationality
- Correspondence Address
- Permanent Address
- Nativity/Domicile Information
⚠️ Ensure all details match your official documents exactly.
Step 3 – Fill NEET & Academic Details
Provide:
- NEET Marks
- NEET Rank
- NEET Percentile
- Qualifying Status
- Class 12 Board
- Year of Passing
- PCB Marks
Double-check all details before proceeding.
Step 4 – Upload Documents
Upload:
✔ Recent passport-size photograph
✔ Candidate signature
✔ Domicile/Nativity certificate
✔ Community certificate (if applicable)
✔ Educational documents
✔ NEET scorecard
⚠️ Blurred or incorrect documents may lead to rejection during verification.
Step 5 – Fee Payment
Registration Fee
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | As per official notification |
| Reserved Categories | As per official notification |
Payment Mode
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
⚠️ Save the payment receipt for future reference.
Step 6 – Merit List Publication
The Selection Committee, DME Tamil Nadu will prepare and publish the State Merit List based on NEET scores and eligibility criteria. Tamil Nadu uses a separate State Merit Rank for counselling.
Step 7 – Choice Filling & Locking
Select colleges and courses according to your preference.
Important Instructions
- Arrange colleges in priority order.
- Fill maximum possible choices.
- Save preferences regularly.
- Lock choices before the deadline.
⚠️ If choices are not locked manually, the last saved choices may be auto-locked by the system.
📅 Tentative Counselling Schedule
| Event | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | After NEET Result Declaration |
| Last Date to Register | As per official notification |
| Merit List Publication | After registration |
| Choice Filling & Locking | After merit list release |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | As per counselling schedule |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Following Round 1 |
| Mop-Up Round | For vacant seats |
| Stray Vacancy Round | If seats remain vacant |
| Reporting to College | After allotment |
🔔 Visit the official counselling portal regularly for exact dates.
🧠 Expert Tips to Avoid Rejection
| Common Mistake | How to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Incorrect NEET Details | Verify NEET Roll Number carefully |
| Name Mismatch | Use the same name as in Class 10 certificate |
| Invalid Nativity Certificate | Upload valid documents only |
| Missing Documents | Check the complete document list before submission |
| Blurry Uploads | Use clear scanned copies |
| Forgot to Lock Choices | Always click the "Lock Choices" button |
📍 After Form Filling – What Next?
Merit List Release
The Selection Committee will release the Tamil Nadu State Merit List based on NEET scores and eligibility criteria.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on:
- NEET Rank
- State Merit Rank
- Category
- Reservation Policy
- College Preferences
- Seat Availability
Reporting to College
If allotted a seat:
✔ Download Allotment Letter
✔ Complete document verification
✔ Pay admission fees
✔ Report to the allotted college
If not allotted a seat, participate in the next counselling round.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee | tnmedicalselection.net |
| Directorate of Medical Education & Research Tamil Nadu | tnhealth.tn.gov.in |
| NEET UG Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
| MCC Counselling Website | mcc.nic.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is NEET mandatory for MBBS admission in Tamil Nadu?
✅ Yes. NEET UG qualification is compulsory for MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses.
Q2. Who conducts Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling?
✅ The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu conducts the counselling process.
Q3. Is Tamil Nadu domicile mandatory?
✅ Yes, for State Quota seats. It is not required for AIQ seats conducted through MCC.
Q4. What if I don't lock my choices?
📌 The system may automatically lock your last saved choices after the deadline.
Q5. Can I participate in multiple counselling rounds?
✅ Yes. Eligible candidates can participate in Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.