The Selection Committee of Tamil Nadu's Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME) has issued an addendum to the eligible candidate list for MBBS and BDS admission in 2026-27. Following orders from the High Court of Madras Bench, six candidates have been newly included across five different categories: Person with Benchmark Disability (PWD), NRI, Management Quota, and SC. This is a court-mandated correction to the original eligible list, and all inclusions remain subject to the outcome of ongoing legal proceedings. If you are one of these candidates or are tracking the counselling process, this notice directly affects seat availability and category-wise merit lists.
Six candidates have been added to the Tamil Nadu MBBS/BDS eligible list for 2026-27 by High Court order across PWD, NRI, Management Quota, and SC categories—all additions are provisional pending legal proceedings.
What This Notice Means
This is an official addendum—a correction or addition—to the list of candidates eligible to participate in Tamil Nadu's MBBS and BDS counselling for the 2026-27 academic year. The original eligible list was published earlier, but the High Court of Madras Bench has now ordered that six additional candidates be included. These candidates were not on the original list but have been added following court intervention in separate legal cases.
The inclusion of these candidates affects the overall merit lists and category-wise seat allocation. When counselling proceeds, these six candidates will now be considered for seat allotment in their respective categories. This is important because it may shift cutoff scores and seat availability in each category.
The Six Candidates Added: Category-Wise Breakdown
The notice lists six candidates across five separate High Court orders. Each candidate has been assigned to a specific category based on their court case. Below is the complete list with application numbers and the category they have been added to.
| Category | High Court Order | Application Number | Candidate Name | Number Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PWD) | W.P.No.37032, 37325, 37326, 35902 of 2026 | 4104104004, 26UG826401, 26UG814134, 26UG807459 | Keerthi Sri.L, SUSMITHA P, PRASANTH S, GOPIKA.L | 4 |
| NRI Category | W.P.No.37242 of 2026 | 26UG916694 | ATHULYA.P THILAK | 1 |
| Management Quota | W.P.No.37074 of 2026 | 26UG805106 | AISHWARYAA THANGAM.V | 1 |
| SC Category | W.P.No.36525 of 2026 | 26UG812863 | PRAGALYA.A.S | 1 |
Person with Benchmark Disability (PWD) Category: 4 Candidates
Four candidates have been added to the PWD category following four separate High Court petitions (W.P.No.37032, 37325, 37326, and 35902 of 2026). These candidates are: Keerthi Sri.L (Application No. 4104104004), SUSMITHA P (26UG826401), PRASANTH S (26UG814134), and GOPIKA.L (26UG807459).
The PWD category in NEET UG counselling reserves seats for candidates with benchmark disabilities as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The addition of these four candidates means the PWD merit list will now include them, and they will be considered for allotment in PWD-reserved seats during counselling rounds. This may affect the cutoff score for PWD category and the number of available seats for other PWD candidates.
NRI Category: 1 Candidate
One candidate, ATHULYA.P THILAK (Application No. 26UG916694), has been added to the NRI (Non-Resident Indian) category following High Court order W.P.No.37242 of 2026. NRI seats are typically filled through a separate counselling process and may have different fee structures and eligibility rules compared to general merit seats.
If you are an NRI candidate, note that NRI seats are usually limited in number and are filled based on a separate merit list. The addition of this candidate means one more person will be competing for NRI seats in Tamil Nadu's MBBS and BDS colleges.
Management Quota: 1 Candidate
One candidate, AISHWARYAA THANGAM.V (Application No. 26UG805106), has been added to the Management Quota category following High Court order W.P.No.37074 of 2026. Management Quota seats are filled by private medical colleges through their own selection process, separate from the main merit-based counselling.
Management Quota candidates typically pay higher fees than merit-based candidates. The addition of this candidate to the eligible list means they are now eligible to participate in Management Quota seat allotment at private MBBS and BDS colleges in Tamil Nadu.
SC Category: 1 Candidate
One candidate, PRAGALYA.A.S (Application No. 26UG812863), has been added to the SC (Scheduled Caste) category following High Court order W.P.No.36525 of 2026. SC is a reserved category in NEET UG counselling, with seats set aside for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes as per the Constitution of India.
The addition of this candidate to the SC merit list means they will now be considered for allotment in SC-reserved seats. This may affect the SC category cutoff and seat availability for other SC candidates. If you are an SC candidate, check the updated SC merit list to see where this candidate ranks relative to you.
Why These Candidates Were Added: Court Orders
All six candidates have been added following separate orders from the High Court of Madras Bench. This means each candidate (or their representative) filed a legal petition challenging their exclusion from the original eligible list. The High Court examined each case and ordered the DME to include them.
The notice does not provide details of the legal grounds for each petition—only the petition numbers are listed. However, common reasons for such court interventions include: incorrect category classification, missing or misplaced documents, clerical errors in the original list, or disputes over eligibility criteria. The fact that these are court orders means the DME is legally bound to include these candidates.
Critical: All Inclusions Are Provisional and Subject to Legal Proceedings
The notice includes a crucial note: 'All the above inclusions are subject to the outcome of the legal proceedings.' This means that even though these six candidates have been added to the eligible list now, their final status is not guaranteed. If the legal cases are appealed or if the High Court's orders are challenged further, these candidates' inclusion could be reversed.
What this means for you: If you are one of these six candidates, you should proceed with counselling as if you are eligible, but be aware that your final seat allotment could be affected if the legal proceedings go against you. If you are another candidate, do not assume these six candidates will definitely be in the final allotment—the legal outcome could change the eligible list again. Always check for the latest official updates from the DME before making any decisions.
- Inclusions are provisional pending legal proceedings outcome
- Further court orders could reverse or modify these additions
- Check DME website regularly for updates on legal cases
- Do not assume final seat allotment until legal proceedings conclude
What Happens Next: Counselling Timeline
This addendum does not announce new counselling dates or rounds. It is simply a correction to the eligible list. The actual counselling schedule—registration, choice filling, seat allotment—will be announced separately by the DME. You should continue to monitor the official DME website (tnmedicalselection.net) for the counselling schedule.
If you are one of the six newly added candidates, you will be able to register and participate in counselling once the registration window opens. If you are another candidate, the addition of these six candidates may slightly affect your rank position in the merit list and your chances of getting a seat in your preferred category, but the overall counselling process remains the same.
- This is an eligible list addendum, not a counselling schedule announcement
- Counselling dates will be announced separately
- Newly added candidates can participate in counselling once registration opens
- Check tnmedicalselection.net for counselling schedule and further updates
How This Affects Your Counselling: Key Points
If you are one of the six newly added candidates: You are now officially eligible to participate in counselling. Ensure you have all required documents ready (NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th certificates, category certificate if applicable, etc.). Register on the counselling portal as soon as the registration window opens. Your rank in the merit list will be determined by your NEET score and category.
If you are another candidate: The addition of these six candidates means the merit lists in their respective categories have been updated. If you are in the PWD, NRI, Management Quota, or SC category, your rank position may have shifted slightly. However, this should not significantly affect your chances unless you are very close to the cutoff. Continue to prepare for counselling and monitor the updated merit lists once they are published.
- Newly added candidates: prepare all documents and register when counselling opens
- Other candidates: check updated merit lists in your category
- Rank positions may shift slightly but overall counselling process unchanged
- Monitor DME website for final merit lists and counselling schedule
Important: Verify Your Application Number and Category
If you believe you should have been included in this addendum but your name does not appear, or if you see your name but with an incorrect category, contact the DME immediately. The notice lists specific application numbers and names—verify that your details match exactly.
Do not assume you are ineligible if you are not on this list. This addendum only includes candidates added by court order. The original eligible list remains valid, and you may already be on it. Check the main eligible list on the DME website to confirm your status.
- Verify your application number and name match the notice exactly
- If your name appears but category is wrong, contact DME immediately
- Check the main eligible list to confirm your original status
- Contact DME if you believe you should have been included
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What does 'addendum to the eligible list' mean?
An addendum is an official addition or correction to an existing document. In this case, the DME has added six candidates to the eligible list for MBBS and BDS counselling following High Court orders. These candidates were not on the original eligible list but have now been included.
Why were these six candidates added by court order?
Each candidate filed a legal petition (writ petition) in the High Court of Madras Bench challenging their exclusion from the original eligible list. The High Court examined each case and ordered the DME to include them. The notice does not provide the specific legal grounds, but common reasons include eligibility disputes, category classification errors, or document-related issues.
Are these six candidates definitely eligible for counselling?
They are currently eligible based on the High Court orders, but the notice states that 'all inclusions are subject to the outcome of the legal proceedings.' This means if the legal cases are appealed or reversed, their inclusion could be reversed. They should proceed with counselling but be aware that their final status is provisional.
How many candidates were added in each category?
Four candidates were added to the PWD (Person with Benchmark Disability) category, one to NRI, one to Management Quota, and one to SC category. In total, six candidates have been added across these four categories.
Will this affect my rank or chances of getting a seat?
If you are in the PWD, NRI, Management Quota, or SC category, your rank position in the merit list may shift slightly because these six candidates have been added. However, the overall impact is minimal unless you are very close to the cutoff score. The counselling process and seat availability remain the same.
When will counselling happen? Is this notice announcing counselling dates?
No, this notice is only an addendum to the eligible list. It does not announce counselling dates or rounds. The DME will announce the counselling schedule separately. Continue to monitor the official DME website (tnmedicalselection.net) for counselling dates.
I am one of the six newly added candidates. What should I do now?
Ensure you have all required documents ready (NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th certificates, category certificate if applicable, etc.). Monitor the DME website for the counselling registration window. Register as soon as it opens and proceed with choice filling and seat allotment as per the counselling schedule.
My name is not on this list. Does that mean I am not eligible?
No. This addendum only includes candidates added by court order. You may already be on the original eligible list. Check the main eligible list on the DME website to confirm your status. If you believe you should have been included but are not, contact the DME.
What is the difference between PWD, NRI, Management Quota, and SC categories?
PWD (Person with Benchmark Disability) is for candidates with disabilities. NRI is for Non-Resident Indians. Management Quota is for private college seats filled by the college's own selection. SC (Scheduled Caste) is a reserved category for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes. Each has different eligibility criteria and seat allocation rules.
Can these court orders be challenged or reversed?
Yes, the notice explicitly states that all inclusions are 'subject to the outcome of the legal proceedings.' If the legal cases are appealed or if higher courts intervene, the High Court's orders could be modified or reversed. This is why the inclusions are provisional.
Where can I find the full eligible list and counselling information?
Visit the official DME website at tnmedicalselection.net. You can find the main eligible list, this addendum, counselling schedule, merit lists, and all other official notifications there. Bookmark this site and check it regularly for updates.
What documents do I need to have ready for counselling?
The notice does not specify documents, but typically you will need: NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and any other documents specified in the counselling prospectus. Check the DME website for the complete list of required documents.
This addendum adds six candidates to the Tamil Nadu MBBS and BDS eligible list for 2026-27 following High Court orders. All inclusions are provisional and subject to ongoing legal proceedings. If you are one of these six candidates, prepare your documents and watch for the counselling registration window on tnmedicalselection.net. If you are another candidate, check the updated merit lists in your category and continue monitoring the DME website for the counselling schedule. Do not assume final seat allotment until all legal proceedings conclude.
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