Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 - Check Round 2 Schedule Online @ tnhealth.tn.gov.in
Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (Website)
Location: Tamil Nadu
| Age Limit | As per NEET UG 2026 and Tamil Nadu state medical admission guidelines. |
Job Description
Overview
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu, is managing the online counselling process for medical and dental admissions across the state. This procedure facilitates seat allocation for MBBS, BDS, and various allied health science courses for the 2026 academic session. The counselling process is strictly for state quota seats and private medical college admissions, while central and deemed university seats are handled by the national-level committee.
Key Responsibilities
- Candidates must register on the official portal to participate in the counselling rounds.
- Participants are required to fill and lock their preferred college and course choices within the stipulated time.
- Applicants must monitor the seat allotment results published by the DME.
- Successful candidates need to download their provisional allotment orders from the official website.
- Students must report to their assigned medical or dental institutions for document verification.
- Candidates are responsible for completing the admission formalities within the designated joining window to secure their seats.
Why Apply
Participating in this state-level counselling is the primary pathway for students seeking admission into medical and dental colleges within Tamil Nadu. It ensures a transparent and merit-based allocation of seats based on NEET UG 2026 performance.
Important Dates
- Round 1 Result: August 27, 2026
- Round 1 Reporting: August 27 to September 5, 2026
- Round 2 Schedule: September 7, 2026
Quick Facts
- Conducting Body: DME Tamil Nadu
- Counselling Mode: Online
- State Quota: 85%
- Private College Seats: 100%
Age Limit (Detail)
As per NEET UG 2026 and Tamil Nadu state medical admission guidelines.
Selection Process
The selection process is conducted through a centralized online counselling system. Candidates are ranked based on their NEET UG 2026 scores and the state merit list prepared by the DME. In each round, the system processes seat allotment based on the candidate's rank, category, and the specific preferences submitted during the choice-filling phase. Once the allotment is declared, candidates must undergo physical document verification at their respective allotted colleges to confirm their admission.
Exam Pattern
Admission is based on the NEET UG 2026 entrance examination scores. No separate entrance test is conducted by the state for these courses.
Application Fee
Details regarding the counselling registration fee are available on the official DME Tamil Nadu portal during the registration process.
Vacancy Details
- 85% of seats under Tamil Nadu State Quota
- 100% of seats in Private Medical Colleges of Tamil Nadu
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official Tamil Nadu medical counselling website at tnhealth.tn.gov.in.
- Locate the registration link for NEET UG 2026 counselling.
- Enter your NEET roll number and other personal credentials to create your account.
- Complete the application form by providing all necessary academic and personal information.
- Access the choice-filling section to select your preferred medical or dental colleges.
- Review your selections carefully and lock them before the deadline.
- Download the provisional allotment order if a seat is assigned to you.
- Visit the allotted college with your documents for final admission confirmation.
- Retain a printed copy of your application and allotment order for future reference.
Detailed Notification Link
| Official Website | View Notification |
