The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu, has commenced online registration for the Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Counselling for admission into MBBS and BDS courses for the 2026-27 academic session. Eligible candidates can register online through the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net up to 30 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
Following the conclusion of registration, eligible medical candidates can submit and lock their college and course preferences during the choice-filling window open from 1 October to 9 October 2026. The Round 3 provisional seat allotment result will be officially announced on 12 October 2026.
| TN NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026: Quick Overview | |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu |
| Admissions Offered | MBBS and BDS Courses (Academic Session 2026-27) |
| Current Stage | Round 3 Online Counselling |
| Eligible Candidate Rank Range | General Rank (GR) 001 to GR 3625 |
| Eligible NEET UG Marks Range | 599 to 177 Marks |
| Registration Last Date | 30 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Choice Filling Window | 01 October 2026 to 09 October 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Counselling Mode | Online Centralised Portal |
| Official Website | tnmedicalselection.net |
Important Dates: Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026
Candidates must complete each phase of the Round 3 process according to the DME Selection Committee schedule below:
| Counselling Event | Start Date & Time | Last Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment | Available Now | 30 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Choice Filling and Choice Locking | 01 October 2026 (10:00 AM) | 09 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | 10 October 2026 | 11 October 2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Declaration | 12 October 2026 | |
| Download of Provisional Allotment Order | 12 October 2026 onwards | As per allotment order instructions |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Colleges | Mid October 2026 | Specific date detailed on allotment slip |
Eligibility Criteria for TN NEET Round 3 Counselling
To participate in Round 3 online registration and choice filling, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
- Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026 within the designated mark cutoff (NEET scores between 599 and 177).
- General Merit Rank must lie within General Rank (GR) 001 to GR 3625 under Tamil Nadu state merit.
- Candidates who have already been admitted in earlier rounds and did not surrender within the permissible timeframe must refer to DME Round 3 eligibility conditions.
- Candidates must possess valid Tamil Nadu domicile and category certificates if claiming reservation benefits.
How to Register for TN NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026
Follow these step-by-step instructions to register and exercise options on the official portal:
- Visit the official web portal: tnmedicalselection.net.
- On the home page, select the Undergraduate Medical / Dental (MBBS / BDS) Admission 2026-2027 section.
- Click on the notification link titled Registration for Round 3 Online Counselling for MBBS/BDS Degree Courses.
- Log in using your registered Application Number / Login ID and Password.
- Verify your personal details, category, and NEET UG 2026 score displayed on the dashboard.
- Pay the non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit (if prompted for your seat category) through the online payment gateway.
- Once choice filling opens on 1 October 2026, browse available vacant seats across government and self-financing medical/dental colleges.
- Add your preferred institutions in order of priority and ensure you lock choices before 9 October 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Download and print the submitted choice list confirmation for reference.
Documents Required for Physical Reporting
Candidates allotted seats in Round 3 must produce original copies along with self-attested photocopies during college reporting:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Score Card / Rank Card
- Provisional Seat Allotment Order issued by DME Selection Committee
- Class 10 (SSLC) Certificate / Mark Sheet (for Date of Birth verification)
- Class 11 and Class 12 Higher Secondary Mark Sheets
- Transfer Certificate (TC) obtained from the last attended school
- Permanent Community Certificate (if claiming BC, BCM, MBC/DNC, SC, SCA, or ST quota)
- Nativity / Domicile Certificate and Parent Documents (as prescribed in the prospectus)
- Special Reservation Category Certificate (Sports, Ex-Servicemen, PwD), if applicable
- Recent passport-size colour photographs
| Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026: Direct Official Links | |
|---|---|
| DME TN Medical Selection Portal | tnmedicalselection.net |
| Round 3 Online Registration Portal | Apply for Round 3 Counselling |
| DME Official Notifications | Check Latest Counselling Notices |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to register for Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment for Round 3 is 30 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
2. When does choice filling start for TN NEET Round 3?
The choice filling and choice locking window opens on 01 October 2026 and closes on 09 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
3. When will the Tamil Nadu NEET Round 3 seat allotment result be published?
The provisional seat allotment result for Round 3 MBBS and BDS admissions will be declared on 12 October 2026 on tnmedicalselection.net.
4. What is the eligible rank range for TN NEET Round 3 counselling?
Candidates possessing General Rank (GR) from 001 to GR 3625 or NEET UG 2026 marks between 599 and 177 are eligible to participate.
5. What official website manages Tamil Nadu medical and dental admissions?
The Selection Committee of the Directorate of Medical Education and Research conducts all counselling rounds on tnmedicalselection.net.