Overview
The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu, has released the NEET UG Round 3 seat matrix 2026 for MBBS and BDS counselling. The matrix lists vacant seats available across participating medical and dental colleges, while the consolidated number of vacancies must be checked in the official PDF. Eligible candidates must review the vacancy position and complete online choice filling by October 9, 2026.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu |
| Post Name | MBBS and BDS Round 3 Seat Allotment |
| Total Vacancies | College-wise and category-wise vacancies listed in the seat matrix PDF |
| Application Mode | Online choice filling and locking |
| Official Website | tnmedicalselection.net |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | October 9, 2026 |
| Exam Date | Not applicable; admission is based on NEET UG 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should monitor the counselling portal regularly because the authority may publish a detailed schedule or revise deadlines through a separate notice. Choices should be submitted well before the closing time to avoid login, payment or connectivity issues.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English, subject to the applicable admission regulations.
- Applicants must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and obtained the required category-wise qualifying percentile or score.
- Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions for the Tamil Nadu state quota, government quota, management quota or other applicable seat category.
- Only candidates permitted to participate in Round 3 under the counselling rules can submit or revise choices.
- Required academic, identity, category, nativity and NEET documents must be valid and available for verification.
Age Limit
- The candidate should have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2026.
- Any upper-age condition will be governed by prevailing National Medical Commission, Dental Council and counselling regulations.
- Date of birth recorded in the Class 10 certificate or another accepted official document will generally be used for verification.
Fees
- There is no separate fee to download the seat matrix PDF.
- Candidates may have to pay the prescribed counselling registration, security deposit or participation fee, depending on their category and quota.
- Tuition fees vary by institution, course and seat type. Applicants should verify the fee structure before adding a college to their preference list.
- Payments, where applicable, should be made only through the official online counselling portal.
Selection Process
- NEET UG merit and eligibility: Candidates are considered on the basis of their NEET UG 2026 rank, category, quota eligibility and counselling status.
- Choice filling and seat allotment: Seats are allotted using the submitted preferences, available Round 3 vacancies, reservation rules and merit position.
- Reporting and document verification: Allotted candidates must download the allotment order, pay the required fee and report to the designated college within the notified period.
Failure to report, pay the admission fee or produce valid documents may result in cancellation of the allotted seat. Candidates should also review the Round 3 exit, forfeiture and upgradation conditions before confirming preferences.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Tamil Nadu medical counselling website at tnmedicalselection.net.
- Open the NEET UG 2026 counselling section and locate the link for the Round 3 MBBS/BDS seat matrix.
- Download the vacancy PDF and check seats by college, course, quota, category and minority status, wherever applicable.
- Log in using the registered credentials, including the application number and password or other requested details.
- Review eligibility and payment status before opening the choice-filling window.
- Add preferred MBBS and BDS colleges in the desired order. Candidates should place their most preferred option first rather than arranging choices only by vacancy count.
- Check the institution’s location, recognition, fee structure, bond conditions, hostel availability and service obligations before finalising choices.
- Save choices periodically and carefully review the complete preference order before locking it.
- Lock and submit choices by October 9, 2026. Download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
- After publication of the result, log in to check the allotment status and follow the reporting instructions within the specified deadline.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When is the last date for Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 choice filling?
The notified choice-filling deadline is October 9, 2026. Candidates should complete and lock preferences before the portal closes.
2. Where can candidates check the Round 3 MBBS and BDS vacancies?
The college-wise, course-wise and category-wise vacancies are available in the Round 3 seat matrix PDF on the official counselling website.
3. Is a separate entrance examination conducted for Round 3 allotment?
No. Round 3 selection is based on NEET UG 2026 merit, submitted choices, reservation criteria, eligibility and the availability of seats.
