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NEET Counselling in Tamil Nadu

Complete guide to 77 UG colleges & 925 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu (TN DME)

Open State

Official Website

https://www.tnmedicalselection.net/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a native of Tamil Nadu or have studied Classes VI-XII in Tamil Nadu institutions. Nativity certificate required. Children of Central Govt employees posted in TN for 3+ years also eligible. Non-domicile candidates eligible for Management Quota in private/self-financing colleges (no reservation benefits).

77

Total Colleges

12400

Total Seats

1628

Lowest Fee/Year

#161

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

aiims 1
deemed 13
government 38
private 25

By Counselling

AIQ 39
deemed 13
management 25

By Course

MBBS 77

Top UG Colleges in Tamil Nadu

Ranked by General category cutoff (lowest rank = most competitive)

Private MBBS

Christian Medical College, Vellore

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#161

₹56330/yr
Government MBBS

Madras Medical College, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#1296

₹18073/yr
AIIMS MBBS

AIIMS Madurai

Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#4531

₹1628/yr
Government MBBS

Stanley Medical College, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#4677

₹18073/yr
Government MBBS

Theni Government Medical College, Theni

Theni, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#5096

₹14300/yr
Government MBBS

Government Vellore Medical College, Vellore

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#5096

₹14300/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Namakkal

Namakkal, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#5096

₹14300/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Kallakurichi

Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#5096

₹14300/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, The

The, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#5096

₹14300/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Nagapattinam

Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Rank

#5096

₹14300/yr

All UG Colleges in Tamil Nadu

77 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
Christian Medical College, Vellore Vellore private MBBS #161 ₹56330 100
Madras Medical College, Chennai Chennai government MBBS #1296 ₹18073 250
AIIMS Madurai Madurai aiims MBBS #4531 ₹1628 50
Stanley Medical College, Chennai Chennai government MBBS #4677 ₹18073 250
Theni Government Medical College, Theni Theni government MBBS #5096 ₹14300 100
Government Vellore Medical College, Vellore Vellore government MBBS #5096 ₹14300 100
Government Medical College, Namakkal Namakkal government MBBS #5096 ₹14300 100
Government Medical College, Kallakurichi Kallakurichi government MBBS #5096 ₹14300 150
Government Medical College, The The government MBBS #5096 ₹14300 150
Government Medical College, Nagapattinam Nagapattinam government MBBS #5096 ₹14300 150

NEET UG Counselling Process in Tamil Nadu

Rounds & process (4 rounds)

Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu (TN DME) conducts 4 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Mop-Up Round
  4. Stray Vacancy Round

The general process involves: registration on the official portal, document verification, online choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college with original documents and fee payment.

Fees & deposits

Registration Fee

Rs 500 (Govt Quota). SC/SCA/ST exempted. Management Quota: Rs 1,000. NRI: Rs 5,000.

Security Deposit

Rs 30,000 (Govt College). Rs 1,00,000 (Private Govt Quota). Rs 2,00,000 (Management). Rs 5,00,000 (NRI). No deposit in Round 1.

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Tamil Nadu typically begins 2-4 weeks after NEET UG results are declared. The entire process (including mop-up rounds) usually spans 2-3 months. Key deadlines include registration closing dates, document verification dates, choice-filling windows, and college reporting deadlines. Missing any deadline can cost you your seat. Always check the official TN DME portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Tamil Nadu
  • Put your dream colleges first — you won't lose anything by reaching high
  • Keep safe colleges in the middle — ones where your rank is comfortably within cutoff
  • Add backup options at the end — colleges you'd accept as a last resort
  • Fill at least 10-15 choices to maximize your chances
  • Don't skip rounds — seats vacated by other candidates open up in later rounds
  • Prioritize government colleges for fees — the cost difference over 5 years is massive

Quotas & Reservation in Tamil Nadu

13100

Total MBBS Seats

5450

Govt Seats

35%

Management Quota

15%

NRI Quota

Reservation Policy

BC — 26.5% BC (Muslim) — 3.5% MBC/DNC — 20% SC — 15% SCA (Arunthathiyar) — 3% ST — 1% 7.5% horizontal reservation for government school students PwD — 5% horizontal

Key Highlights

  • Tamil Nadu has 69% total reservation — among the highest in India, upheld by the 9th Schedule
  • 7.5% horizontal reservation for TN government school students (unique to Tamil Nadu, since 2020)
  • Separate 3% SCA (Arunthathiyar) quota for the most marginalized Dalit sub-community
  • No creamy layer exclusion for BC/MBC — all eligible candidates benefit regardless of family income
  • SC/SCA/ST candidates get complete registration fee exemption for government quota
  • Refunds processed within 2 months after completion of all counselling rounds
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu has 77 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Tamil Nadu?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Tamil Nadu is #161 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu counselling is conducted by Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu (TN DME) in 4 rounds. Candidates with Tamil Nadu domicile are eligible for state quota seats (85%), while 15% of government seats come under All India Quota (MCC counselling).

How many NEET PG seats are in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu has 925 PG seats across 176 colleges, covering MD, MS, DNB, and Diploma specialities. Use the PG tab above to explore all available seats.

What are the most popular PG specialities in Tamil Nadu?

The most popular PG specialities in Tamil Nadu are DNBGENERAL MEDICINE (40 seats), GENERAL SURGERY (35 seats), ANAESTHESIOLOGY (35 seats), OBG (34 seats), GENERAL MEDICINE (34 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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