TN Health Revises Stray Vacancy Round Schedule, Removes 1 MBBS Seat from Matrix

Tamil Nadu medical aspirants, attention The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) has revised the NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round schedule for MBBS/BDS admissions. The extension comes following delays in the All India Quota (AIQ) results. Crucially, one Management Quota MBBS seat has been removed from the final seat matrix due to erroneous data. Check the new dates for result publication and college reporting, ensuring you meet the strict deadlines. Stay informed to secure your medical or dental seat in Tamil Nadu.

The Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2025 Counselling process is reaching its critical final stage with the Stray Vacancy Round for MBBS and BDS admissions. The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu, has issued a crucial notification revising the schedule for this round. This is a common occurrence as state-level counselling often adjusts its timeline based on the central Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) schedule for the All India Quota (AIQ) stray round.

​The latest announcement from the Selection Committee of the DME not only includes a revised schedule but also notifies candidates about a change in the seat matrix—specifically, the removal of one MBBS seat. Aspirants must note these changes carefully, as the Stray Vacancy Round is the absolute last opportunity to secure a seat, and no extensions will be granted beyond the final reporting date. This article details the revised schedule and the critical seat matrix update for all participating candidates.

​Revised Schedule for TN Stray Vacancy Round

​The primary reason for the schedule revision was to align the state counselling dates with the delayed provisional results for the MCC UG AIQ Stray Round, ensuring a fair and streamlined process for all candidates. The new dates are extremely tight, and candidates must adhere to them strictly.

• ​Registration, Choice Filling, and Locking: This window was extended, allowing candidates to register and finalize their preferences. 
  • ​Old Deadline: The deadline was revised, with the final window closing on November 15, 2025, by 5:00 PM.
• ​Processing of Seat Allotment: The technical process of seat allocation was moved to accommodate the extended choice-filling period. 
  • ​Revised Date: November 16, 2025.
• ​Publication of Seat Allotment Result: The final list of allocated candidates for the Tamil Nadu Stray Vacancy Round was published shortly after the processing. 
  • ​Revised Date: November 17, 2025.
• ​Downloading the Provisional Allotment Order: Candidates who have been allotted a seat must download this essential document within the stipulated period. 
  • ​Window: From November 17, 2025, until November 20, 2025 (12:00 Noon).
• ​Last Date for Reporting to the Allotted College: This is the ultimate deadline to complete the admission formalities, including fee payment and document verification. No further extension will be granted. 
  • ​Final Deadline: November 20, 2025, by 5:00 PM.

​Aspirants are strongly advised to download the official notification from the official website of the Directorate of Medical Education (tnmedicalselection.net) to verify the exact dates and times.

​Critical Seat Matrix Update: One MBBS Seat Removed

​A significant detail in the latest notification is the removal of one MBBS seat from the final Stray Vacancy Round seat matrix. This change impacts the total number of available seats, intensifying the competition in this final round.

• ​Institution Affected: Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Institute, Chennai (State Private University).
• ​Quota and Course: The removed seat belonged to the Management Quota for the MBBS course.
• ​Reason for Removal: The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee received a letter detailing an erroneous data entry concerning this specific seat. To maintain the integrity and accuracy of the counselling process, the decision was made to withdraw the seat from the vacancy matrix.

​This reduction means that the overall number of available seats in the Stray Vacancy Round is one less than what was initially announced, a factor that all participating candidates must consider during their choice-filling and final allotment check. The removal underscores the importance of the selection committee's efforts to ensure transparent and accurate data throughout the competitive admission process.

​Key Action Points for Aspirants

​Given the revised schedule and the seat matrix change, candidates participating in the TN NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round must prioritize the following immediate actions:

• ​Check the Allotment Result: Immediately check the provisional seat allotment result published on November 17, 2025, on the official TN Medical Selection website. 
  • ​Use your NEET UG Roll Number and Password to log in and check your status.
• ​Download Allotment Order and Prepare Documents: For those allotted a seat, do not delay downloading the Provisional Allotment Order and organizing all necessary documents. 
  • ​Crucial Documents typically include the Allotment Order, NEET UG Score Card, NEET Admit Card, Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets/Certificates, Transfer Certificate, Community Certificate (if applicable), Nativity Certificate (if applicable), and multiple passport-size photographs.
• ​Adhere to the Reporting Deadline: The deadline of November 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM is final. Any delay in reporting to the allotted college for admission formalities, including fee payment, will lead to the cancellation of the seat. 
  • ​Candidates must confirm the required tuition fee amount and the accepted modes of payment (e.g., Demand Draft, Online Payment) with the allotted college beforehand to avoid last-minute issues.

​Conclusion: Final Opportunity for Medical Dreams

​The TN NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round represents the final gateway for aspirants to secure a much-coveted MBBS or BDS seat in Tamil Nadu. While the revised schedule and the minor reduction in the seat matrix—due to a Management Quota seat being removed—may add to the anxiety, candidates must remain calm and focused. The most critical step now is to check the allotment status and strictly adhere to the final reporting deadline of November 20, 2025. Diligence in meeting this final timeline is paramount to successfully commencing their journey toward a career in medicine.

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