Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration Begins for MBBS & BDS Admissions

The Selection Committee of the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Tamil Nadu, has started accepting registrations for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) Counselling 2026. Candidates who wish to get admitted to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) courses can apply through the official website at tnmedicalselection.net. The registration process covers both government quota and management quota seats. The management quota also includes seats for minority and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) categories. Only those who have passed the NEET UG 2026 exam are allowed to apply. Applications need to be filled out on the dedicated registration portal at regug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/MBBSBDS26. Before starting the application, candidates are advised to check the official prospectus thoroughly.

Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Key Details

Registration Fees

The application charge varies depending on the quota the candidate chooses. SC, SCA, and ST candidates do not need to pay the government quota fee. The payment has to be made online through net banking, debit or credit cards, or UPI. 

Documents Needed for Registration

Candidates must have all the required documents in digital format before they start the application process.
The photograph should meet the size and format requirements mentioned in the prospectus.

Needed documents include:

1. NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
2. Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
3. Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
4. Nativity Certificate from the Government of Tamil Nadu
5. Community Certificate for those applying under reserved categories
6. Government-issued photo ID proof
7. Recent passport-size photo and signature

How to Apply for Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026

The application process involves six steps on the registration portal, which needs to be completed in order to have a valid application.

1. Go to the official website at tnmedicalselection.net and read the prospectus carefully.
2. Click on the link for MBBS or BDS application for the 2026-27 session.
3. Register with a valid email address and mobile number.
4. Log in and fill in your personal, academic, and category information.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
6. Pay the required fee online and submit the application form.
7. Download and save the submitted form for future reference. The Selection Committee will publish the merit list after the registration period ends.

Photograph Guidelines

The portal only accepts photos in JPG format. The size depends on the upload slot, ranging from 1 inch x 3.5 inch to 4 inch x 6 inch. The standard photo should be 3.5 inches x 4.5 inches with a file size between 50 KB and 200 KB.

Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2026 Process

The counseling is done online and follows a merit-based system using the NEET UG 2026 scores. The process involves multiple rounds, including mop-up and stray vacancy rounds. Seats are divided among State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota. According to Tamil Nadu rules, 85% of state seats are reserved for those who are originally from Tamil Nadu. The remaining seats follow the all-India quota system.

Steps for Candidates

1. Visit the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net and read the prospectus carefully.
2. Check if you are eligible for Government, Management, or NRI Quotas.
3. Convert all required documents into digital format as specified.
4. Set up the registration fee using a valid online payment method.
5. Complete the application form and save the submission receipt.