The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee (DME) has released the provisional rank list for DNB broad speciality and post-MBBS 2-year diploma courses for the 2026-27 academic session, specifically for service candidates. This list ranks 71 qualified doctors based on their NEET-PG scores and community category. The ranking determines the order in which candidates will be called for counselling and seat allocation. If your name appears on this list, you are eligible to participate in the upcoming counselling rounds and choose your preferred course and college. This is a critical document — verify your details immediately and watch for the next counselling notification.
71 service candidates have been ranked for DNB broad speciality and 2-year diploma counselling 2026-27 in Tamil Nadu; check the list now to confirm your rank, NEET score, and community category before counselling begins.
Your matched MD/MS/DNB seats
LockedEnter your NEET-PG rank to unlock the real colleges you can get — All India Quota and state — with closing ranks, fees and stipend.
Unlock My College ListWhat is this provisional rank list?
This is the official ranking of all eligible service candidates who applied for DNB broad speciality and post-MBBS 2-year diploma courses in Tamil Nadu for the 2026-27 session. The list is 'provisional' because it may be updated if any candidate's eligibility is challenged or if errors are found and corrected before counselling begins.
The rank list is the foundation of the entire counselling process. Your position on this list determines when you will be called to choose your course and college. A higher rank (lower number) means you get to choose first; a lower rank (higher number) means you choose from what remains after higher-ranked candidates have selected.
The list includes 71 candidates ranked from 1 to 71. Each candidate is identified by their application number, NEET roll number, name, community category, NEET score, and community-wise rank (if applicable).
Who is eligible for this list?
This rank list is exclusively for service candidates — doctors who have completed their MBBS and are employed in government or recognised medical institutions in Tamil Nadu. Service candidates are a separate category in Tamil Nadu's postgraduate medical counselling and are ranked independently from general candidates.
To appear on this list, a candidate must have: (1) completed MBBS from a recognised medical college, (2) qualified the NEET-PG 2026 exam, (3) applied for DNB broad speciality or post-MBBS 2-year diploma courses, and (4) met the service candidate eligibility criteria set by the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee.
The list covers two types of courses: DNB broad speciality (a 3-year postgraduate qualification equivalent to MD/MS) and post-MBBS 2-year diploma courses (shorter, specialised qualifications). Both are broad-speciality, not super-speciality.
Understanding the rank list columns
Each row in the rank list contains six pieces of information about a candidate. Understanding what each column means will help you locate your details and interpret your position.
**Rank**: This is your position in the overall merit order. Rank 1 is the highest-ranked candidate (first to choose), and Rank 71 is the lowest-ranked candidate on this list.
**App.No (Application Number)**: This is the unique identifier assigned to your application when you registered. It begins with '26DNB' (indicating 2026 session, DNB category) followed by a 6-digit number. Use this to find yourself on the list.
**NEET Roll Number**: Your official NEET-PG 2026 exam roll number, issued by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). This is the number you used to sit the NEET-PG exam.
**Name**: Your full name as registered in your NEET-PG application.
**Community**: Your community category — BC (Backward Class), MBC&DNC (Most Backward Class & Denotified Community), SC (Scheduled Caste), SCA (Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar), OC (Open Category), or BCM (Backward Class Muslim). This determines which community-wise rank you hold.
**NEET Mark**: Your total score in the NEET-PG 2026 exam (out of 800). Higher marks mean a better rank.
**Comm. Rank (Community Rank)**: Your rank within your own community category. For example, if you are BC and your Comm. Rank is 5, you are the 5th-ranked BC candidate. This is used if seats are reserved for your community. Candidates in the OC (Open Category) do not have a community rank.
- Rank: your position in overall merit order (1 = highest, 71 = lowest)
- App.No: your unique application identifier (26DNB + 6 digits)
- NEET Roll Number: your exam roll number from NEET-PG 2026
- Name: your full name as registered
- Community: your category (BC, MBC&DNC, SC, SCA, OC, BCM)
- NEET Mark: your total exam score (out of 800)
- Comm. Rank: your rank within your community category
How to find yourself on the list
The list is arranged in order of overall rank (1 to 71). To find yourself, use your application number (App.No) or NEET roll number as a reference. The list spans 3 pages, so you may need to search across all pages.
Know the exact MD/MS/DNB seats your rank can get
Official round-wise closing ranks with fee and stipend, matched to your rank.
Start by searching for your application number (which begins with 26DNB). If you cannot find it by application number, search for your NEET roll number. If your name does not appear anywhere on the list, it means you are not eligible for this counselling round — check the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee website for any notification about ineligibility or the reason for exclusion.
Once you locate your row, note down your rank, NEET score, and community rank. These are the numbers you will need to track during counselling.
- Search by Application Number (App.No) — begins with 26DNB
- Or search by NEET Roll Number
- Check all 3 pages of the list
- If not found, check the official website for ineligibility notices
Community categories and reserved seats
Tamil Nadu reserves seats for candidates from specific community categories. The rank list shows six community categories: BC (Backward Class), MBC&DNC (Most Backward Class & Denotified Community), SC (Scheduled Caste), SCA (Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar), OC (Open Category), and BCM (Backward Class Muslim).
Each community has its own reserved seats and its own ranking. For example, if 10 seats are reserved for BC candidates, the top 10 BC candidates (by community rank) will be offered those seats. Similarly, SC candidates are ranked among themselves, and the top SC candidates get SC-reserved seats.
Your community rank (Comm. Rank) shows your position within your own community. If you are BC and your community rank is 5, you are the 5th-ranked BC candidate. This is crucial because you will compete for seats against other candidates in your community category, not against all 71 candidates.
Open Category (OC) candidates do not have a community rank because OC seats are not reserved — they are filled by merit alone, and OC candidates compete with all other candidates for these seats.
- BC: Backward Class
- MBC&DNC: Most Backward Class & Denotified Community
- SC: Scheduled Caste
- SCA: Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar
- OC: Open Category (no community rank; merit-based)
- BCM: Backward Class Muslim
What happens next after the provisional rank list?
This is a provisional list, which means it is subject to verification and correction. The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee will accept objections or corrections from candidates for a limited period (usually 3–7 days). If you spot an error in your details — wrong name spelling, wrong NEET score, wrong community category — you must file an objection immediately through the official website.
After the objection period closes, the committee will release the final rank list, incorporating any corrections. The final rank list is the one used for actual counselling.
Once the final rank list is published, the committee will announce the counselling schedule — the dates and times when each rank group will be called to register and choose their course and college. Watch the official website (tnmedicalselection.net) for this announcement.
Counselling typically happens in rounds. In each round, candidates are called in order of rank, and they register online, fill in their choices of course and college, and lock their preferences. After all candidates in that round have chosen, the committee runs a computer algorithm to allocate seats based on rank and choice order.
- File objections/corrections during the objection period (watch for dates)
- Final rank list will be published after objections are resolved
- Counselling schedule will be announced separately
- Counselling happens in rounds; higher ranks choose first
- You will register online and fill in your course and college choices
- Seats are allocated by computer algorithm based on rank and choice order
Important: verify your details now
Do not wait until counselling begins to check the rank list. Verify your details immediately — your name, NEET score, community category, and rank. If you find any error, note it down and prepare to file an objection as soon as the committee opens the objection window.
Common errors that appear on rank lists include: (1) wrong NEET score (a typo or data entry error), (2) wrong community category (e.g., marked as BC when you are SC), (3) name misspelled, (4) wrong NEET roll number, or (5) duplicate entries. Any of these errors can affect your rank and your eligibility for certain seats.
If your NEET score on the rank list does not match your NEET admit card or result, this is a critical error — file an objection immediately. If your community category is wrong, you may be ranked in the wrong category and lose access to reserved seats meant for your actual community.
Keep a screenshot or printout of the rank list page showing your details. You will need this as proof during counselling registration.
- ⚠️ Check your name, NEET score, community category, and rank immediately
- ⚠️ If NEET score on rank list ≠ your NEET result, file an objection
- ⚠️ If community category is wrong, file an objection — it affects your reserved seats
- ⚠️ Keep a screenshot or printout of your rank list entry
- ✅ Watch for the objection period announcement on the official website
Rank list snapshot: top candidates and score ranges
The highest-ranked candidate (Rank 1) is Dr. Diviya Varshini with a NEET score of 509 and community rank 1 in the MBC&DNC category. The second-ranked candidate is Dr. Vishnupriya C with a score of 490, also MBC&DNC.
Every kind of PG seat, one rank
See the real seats your NEET-PG rank can reach.
NEET scores on this list range from 509 (highest) to 227 (lowest, Rank 71). The majority of candidates have scores between 250 and 400. This gives you a sense of the competitive range for service candidates in Tamil Nadu.
The list includes candidates from all six community categories. BC (Backward Class) has the most candidates on the list, followed by MBC&DNC, SC, and smaller numbers of SCA, OC, and BCM candidates. This reflects the seat reservation policy in Tamil Nadu.
Your rank is determined solely by your NEET score and community category — it is not affected by your college, your specialisation during MBBS, or any other factor. The candidate with the highest NEET score gets Rank 1, regardless of background.
- Highest score: 509 (Rank 1, Dr. Diviya Varshini, MBC&DNC)
- Lowest score: 227 (Rank 71, Dr. B Yekalaivan, BC)
- Score range: 227–509
- Most candidates score between 250–400
- Rank is based on NEET score and community category only
DNB broad speciality vs. 2-year diploma: what's the difference?
This rank list covers two types of courses: DNB broad speciality and post-MBBS 2-year diploma. Both are postgraduate qualifications, but they differ in duration and scope.
**DNB Broad Speciality**: This is a 3-year postgraduate course run by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). It is equivalent to an MD or MS degree and covers specialities like Internal Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Psychiatry, and others. After completing DNB, you are a specialist in your chosen field and can practice independently or pursue further super-speciality training (DM or M.Ch).
**Post-MBBS 2-Year Diploma**: This is a shorter, 2-year postgraduate qualification in specific specialities. Examples include Diploma in Anaesthesia, Diploma in Orthopaedics, or Diploma in Ophthalmology. A 2-year diploma is less comprehensive than a 3-year DNB but is still a recognised postgraduate qualification. After completing a 2-year diploma, you can practice in your speciality, though some career paths (like super-speciality training) may require an MD/MS or DNB instead.
During counselling, you will be asked to rank your course preferences. You can choose to apply for DNB broad speciality, 2-year diploma, or both. Your rank on this list applies to both course types — you are not ranked separately for each.
- DNB Broad Speciality: 3-year postgraduate course, equivalent to MD/MS
- 2-Year Diploma: 2-year postgraduate course in specific specialities
- Both are recognised postgraduate qualifications
- DNB is more comprehensive; diploma is shorter and more focused
- Your rank applies to both course types
Service candidate status: what it means for you
Service candidates are doctors who are currently employed in government or recognised medical institutions in Tamil Nadu. This rank list is exclusively for service candidates — general candidates (those not in service) are ranked separately and counselled in a different round.
Service candidate status is an advantage in Tamil Nadu's counselling system because service candidates often get priority in certain seats or are counselled in a separate round with dedicated seats. This means you are not competing directly with all NEET-PG candidates in the state — only with other service candidates.
To maintain your service candidate status during counselling, you must provide proof of employment (a letter from your employer, your service certificate, or your appointment order) when you register for counselling. If you have left your job or are no longer in service, inform the committee immediately — your status may change.
If you are a service candidate but your application was processed as a general candidate (or vice versa), this is an error. File an objection immediately to correct your category.
- Service candidates: employed in government or recognised medical institutions
- Service candidates are ranked separately from general candidates
- Service candidate status may give priority in certain seats
- You must provide proof of employment during counselling registration
- If your service status is wrong on the rank list, file an objection
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
**Mistake 1: Not checking the rank list immediately.** Some candidates assume they will be called for counselling without verifying the rank list. If your name is not on the list or your details are wrong, you will not be able to participate. Check now.
**Mistake 2: Confusing overall rank with community rank.** Your overall rank (1–71) is your position among all 71 service candidates. Your community rank is your position within your community category. During counselling, you will be called based on your overall rank, but you will compete for community-reserved seats based on your community rank. Do not mix these up.
**Mistake 3: Assuming the provisional list is final.** This is a provisional list. Errors can be corrected, and the final list may differ. Do not make any decisions (like declining another opportunity) based solely on this provisional list. Wait for the final list.
**Mistake 4: Not filing an objection for errors.** If your NEET score, community category, or name is wrong, you must file an objection during the objection period. If you do not object, the error will carry forward to the final list and affect your counselling.
**Mistake 5: Missing the counselling schedule announcement.** After the final rank list is published, the committee will announce the counselling dates and times. If you miss this announcement, you may miss your counselling slot and lose your seat. Follow the official website closely.
- ⚠️ Check the rank list immediately; do not assume you are on it
- ⚠️ Do not confuse overall rank with community rank
- ⚠️ This is provisional; wait for the final list before making decisions
- ⚠️ File objections for any errors in NEET score, community, or name
- ⚠️ Watch for the counselling schedule announcement; do not miss your slot
See the exact MD/MS/DNB seats your NEET-PG rank can get
Free 2-minute preview — round-wise closing ranks, fees and stipend for every seat your rank can reach.
See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
How do I find my name on the rank list?
Search for your application number (which starts with 26DNB) or your NEET roll number on the rank list. The list spans 3 pages, so check all pages. If your name does not appear, you are not eligible for this counselling round — check the official website for ineligibility notices.
What does 'provisional' rank list mean? Can it change?
Provisional means the list is subject to verification and correction. The committee will accept objections from candidates for a limited period (usually 3–7 days). If errors are found and corrected, the list may change. After the objection period, a final rank list will be published, which is the one used for actual counselling.
I found an error in my NEET score on the rank list. What should I do?
File an objection immediately when the committee opens the objection window (watch the official website for dates). Provide your NEET admit card or result as proof of the correct score. A wrong NEET score will affect your rank and your eligibility for seats, so this is critical.
What is the difference between my overall rank and my community rank?
Your overall rank (1–71) is your position among all 71 service candidates on the list. Your community rank is your position within your own community category (e.g., if you are BC and your community rank is 5, you are the 5th-ranked BC candidate). During counselling, you are called based on your overall rank, but you compete for community-reserved seats based on your community rank.
I am ranked 50 out of 71. Does this mean I will not get a seat?
Not necessarily. Your rank determines the order in which you choose, not whether you get a seat. If there are enough seats available for your course and community category, you will get a seat. However, you will have fewer choices than higher-ranked candidates because they choose first. The total number of available seats will be announced during counselling.
What happens after the provisional rank list is released?
First, an objection period will open (usually 3–7 days) for candidates to report errors. After objections are resolved, the final rank list will be published. Then, the committee will announce the counselling schedule — the dates and times when each rank group will be called to register and choose their course and college.
I am a service candidate. Do I need to provide any proof during counselling?
Yes. When you register for counselling, you must provide proof of your employment in a government or recognised medical institution — such as a service certificate, appointment order, or employer letter. If you have left your job, inform the committee immediately, as your service candidate status may change.
Can I choose both DNB broad speciality and 2-year diploma courses during counselling?
Yes. Your rank on this list applies to both course types. During counselling, you will be asked to rank your course and college preferences. You can include both DNB and 2-year diploma options in your preference list, and the computer algorithm will allocate a seat based on your rank and your choice order.
My community category on the rank list is wrong. What should I do?
File an objection immediately during the objection period. Provide your community certificate or other proof of your correct category. A wrong community category will place you in the wrong ranking and may prevent you from accessing reserved seats meant for your actual community.
When will counselling begin? How will I know the dates?
The counselling schedule will be announced separately by the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee after the final rank list is published. Watch the official website (tnmedicalselection.net) closely for this announcement. Do not miss the counselling dates — if you do not register and choose during your assigned slot, you may lose your seat.
What is the difference between DNB and super-speciality (DM/M.Ch)?
DNB broad speciality is a 3-year postgraduate course equivalent to MD/MS — it makes you a specialist in a field like Internal Medicine or Surgery. Super-speciality (DM or M.Ch) is a 2–3 year course taken after MD/MS or DNB and makes you a super-specialist in a sub-field (e.g., Cardiology after Internal Medicine). This rank list is for DNB broad speciality only, not super-speciality.
I scored 509 (the highest score on the list). Am I guaranteed a seat?
A high rank gives you the first choice of available seats, but it does not guarantee a seat in your preferred course or college. Your actual seat depends on: (1) how many seats are available in your chosen course and college, (2) how many candidates ahead of you choose the same course and college, and (3) your community category (if you are competing for reserved seats). The committee will announce the total number of available seats during counselling.
Verify your details on this provisional rank list immediately — check your name, NEET score, community category, and rank. If you find any error, prepare to file an objection as soon as the committee announces the objection period (watch tnmedicalselection.net). After the final rank list is published, the committee will announce the counselling schedule. Mark those dates on your calendar and ensure you register and choose your course and college during your assigned slot. Do not miss the counselling window — if you do, you may lose your seat.
Plan your admission with free AI tools
Turn your NEET score into a rank, then into the exact colleges you can get.