Tamil Nadu's Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) has opened Round 1 of NEET PG counselling 2026 for postgraduate medical degree and diploma courses across government, management, minority, and NRI quota seats. Registration and choice-filling began on October 31, 2026, and candidates must lock their preferences by November 3 to participate in the first allotment round. The allotment results will be announced on November 5, followed by a window to download allotment orders and confirm seat acceptance. This is a critical phase for MBBS doctors seeking admission to MD, MS, or PG Diploma programmes in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1 choice-filling closes November 3, 2026 at 5 pm; candidates must register, pay fees, and lock preferences by this deadline to be eligible for seat allotment on November 5.
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Registration and choice-filling for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1 opened on October 31, 2026, at 12:01 pm. Eligible candidates can access the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net to register, pay the required fees, and submit their college and course preferences.
The critical deadline for locking your choices is November 3, 2026, at 5 pm. Any preferences not manually locked by this time will be automatically locked by the system at the deadline. Once locked, no changes to your selected college or course are permitted, so careful review before locking is essential.
Who Is Eligible to Register for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1?
Candidates ranked between 1 and 7,952 under the Government Quota (GQ) are eligible to register for Round 1. Those ranked between 1 and 3,643 under the Management Quota (MQ) can also participate. The rank list was recently announced by DMER for government quota degree and diploma courses.
Candidates applying under both Government and Management quotas have the flexibility to fill preferences for both categories during the same registration window. This allows doctors to explore options across different quota systems and college types in a single counselling round.
What Are the Registration Fees and Security Deposits?
All candidates must pay a non-refundable registration fee of Rs 1,000 to participate in Round 1. In addition to this, a refundable security deposit is required, and the amount varies depending on the quota and type of college you are applying to.
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The security deposit structure is as follows: candidates applying to government medical colleges must deposit Rs 30,000; those applying under Government Quota in self-financing colleges must deposit Rs 1 lakh; and candidates applying under Management, Minority, or NRI Quota must deposit Rs 2 lakh. These deposits are refundable and will be returned if you do not accept an allotted seat or after the counselling process concludes.
- Registration fee (non-refundable): Rs 1,000
- Government medical colleges security deposit: Rs 30,000
- Government Quota in self-financing colleges: Rs 1 lakh
- Management, Minority, NRI Quota: Rs 2 lakh
| Seat Category | Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Government medical colleges | Rs 30,000 |
| Government Quota in self-financing colleges | Rs 1 lakh |
| Management, Minority and NRI Quota | Rs 2 lakh |
What Is the Complete Timeline for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1?
Understanding the full counselling timeline helps you plan your next steps. Registration, payment, and choice-filling began on October 31 at 12:01 pm and must be completed by November 3 at 5 pm. The system will process all submitted preferences on November 4, and allotment results will be published on November 5.
After results are announced, you will have a window from November 5 to 10 (until 3 pm) to download your allotment order. The final deadline to accept your allotted college and course is November 10 at 5 pm. Missing this acceptance deadline may result in forfeiture of your seat and security deposit.
- Registration, payment, choice filling: October 31, 12:01 pm onwards
- Last date to lock choices: November 3, 5 pm
- Seat allotment processing: November 4
- Round 1 allotment results announced: November 5
- Allotment order download window: November 5 to 10, 3 pm
- Last date to accept allotted college: November 10, 5 pm
| Counselling Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Registration, payment and choice filling | October 31, 12:01 pm |
| Last date for choice locking | November 3, 5 pm |
| Seat allotment processing | November 4 |
| Round 1 result | November 5 |
| Allotment order download | November 5 to 10, 3 pm |
| Last date to accept allotted college | November 10, 5 pm |
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When filling your preferences on tnmedicalselection.net, you can edit your choices multiple times before the November 3 deadline. This flexibility allows you to refine your selections as you gather more information about colleges and courses. However, once you manually lock your preferences or the system auto-locks them at 5 pm on November 3, no further changes are possible.
DMER has advised candidates to keep their login credentials and one-time passwords (OTPs) confidential and never share them with anyone. Protecting your account is crucial to prevent unauthorized changes to your preferences. All official counselling updates and results will be published only on the DMER website, so verify information from this source alone.
- Edit preferences multiple times before November 3, 5 pm
- Manually lock choices before the deadline or they auto-lock at 5 pm
- Do not share login credentials or OTPs with anyone
- Check official website tnmedicalselection.net for all updates
What Seats Are Available in Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1?
Round 1 of Tamil Nadu NEET PG counselling covers government, management, minority, and NRI quota seats across postgraduate medical degree (MD/MS) and diploma courses. The exact number of seats available in each specialty and college will be displayed on the counselling portal when you log in to fill your preferences.
Candidates should review the seat matrix carefully before filling preferences to understand which colleges offer which specialties under their eligible quota. This information is essential for making informed choices aligned with your career goals and academic interests.
What Should You Do Before the November 3 Deadline?
Start by registering on the official portal immediately if you have not already done so. Verify that your rank falls within the eligible range (1–7,952 for Government Quota or 1–3,643 for Management Quota). Prepare a list of colleges and specialties you are interested in, ranked by your preference.
Ensure you have the funds ready to pay the registration fee (Rs 1,000) and the applicable security deposit. Review the seat matrix and college details thoroughly. Fill your preferences carefully, edit them as needed, and lock them well before the 5 pm deadline on November 3 to avoid last-minute technical issues or missed deadlines.
- Confirm your eligibility and rank
- Prepare a prioritized list of colleges and specialties
- Arrange funds for registration fee and security deposit
- Review the seat matrix on the official portal
- Fill and lock preferences before November 3, 5 pm
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1 choice-filling close?
Choice-filling closes on November 3, 2026, at 5 pm. Any preferences not manually locked by this time will be automatically locked by the system. No changes are allowed after locking.
What is the registration fee for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1?
The non-refundable registration fee is Rs 1,000. In addition, a refundable security deposit is required, which varies from Rs 30,000 (government medical colleges) to Rs 2 lakh (management, minority, NRI quota), depending on the seat category.
Who is eligible to register for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1 counselling?
Candidates ranked between 1 and 7,952 under Government Quota or between 1 and 3,643 under Management Quota are eligible. The rank list was announced by DMER for government quota degree and diploma courses.
When will Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1 allotment results be announced?
Allotment results will be announced on November 5, 2026. You can download your allotment order between November 5 and 10 (until 3 pm). The deadline to accept your allotted college is November 10 at 5 pm.
Can I edit my preferences after submitting them during choice-filling?
Yes, you can edit your preferences multiple times before the November 3, 5 pm deadline. However, once you lock your choices manually or the system auto-locks them at the deadline, no further changes are permitted.
What should I do if I do not accept my allotted seat by November 10?
If you do not accept your allotted seat by November 10 at 5 pm, you may forfeit the seat and your security deposit. Ensure you log in and formally accept your allotment within the specified window.
Can I apply under both Government and Management quotas in Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1?
Yes, candidates can fill preferences for both Government and Management quotas during the same registration window. This allows you to explore options across different quota systems in a single counselling round.
Where do I register for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1 counselling?
You can register and fill preferences on the official DMER portal at tnmedicalselection.net. All official updates and results are published on this website only.
If you are an MBBS doctor eligible for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Round 1, prioritize registering and locking your preferences by November 3 at 5 pm. Review the seat matrix, plan your college and specialty choices carefully, and ensure you have the registration fee and security deposit ready. Monitor the official DMER website for allotment results on November 5 and complete seat acceptance by November 10 to secure your postgraduate admission.
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