Tamil Nadu's Selection Committee has just announced the addition of 250 new MBBS seats across three medical colleges, effective immediately in Round 2 online counselling for the 2026–27 session. Two existing self-financing colleges (Madha Medical College, Chennai and Arunai Medical College, Tiruvannamalai) have increased their intake by 50 seats each, and a newly established college (APS Medical College, Kancheepuram) has been permitted to admit 150 students. All candidates currently in Round 2 — whether they have already submitted their choices or not — can now edit, reorder, and add these three colleges to their preference list. Seats will be allotted based on your NEET UG 2026 state rank, communal reservation eligibility, and your updated choice preferences.
You can now add three newly approved medical colleges with 250 total MBBS seats to your Round 2 choice list — edit your preferences immediately on www.tnmedicalselection.org.
What Has Changed: The Three New Colleges and Seat Numbers
The Tamil Nadu Selection Committee has received formal regulatory approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the University to add MBBS seats at three institutions. These seats are now live in Round 2 counselling and available for you to choose.
Here is the exact breakdown of what has been added:
| College Name & Location | Type of College | New Seats Added | Total Approved Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madha Medical College and Hospital, Thandalam, Chennai | Self-Financing | 50 | Increased Intake |
| Arunai Medical College and Hospital, Tiruvannamalai | Self-Financing | 50 | Increased Intake |
| APS Medical College Hospital, Mevaloorkuppam, Kancheepuram | Newly Established / Self-Financing | 150 | Initial Intake (New Letter of Permission) |
Why This Matters to You Right Now
These 250 seats represent a significant expansion of available MBBS positions in Tamil Nadu. For candidates who have already locked their choices in Round 2, this is an opportunity to reconsider — you may now add one or more of these colleges if they fit your rank and preferences better than your current selections.
Because these are self-financing colleges (except that APS is newly established), the fee structure and admission terms may differ from government colleges. However, they are fully approved by the NMC and University, meaning the degree is recognized and the college meets national standards.
The timing is critical: the notification was issued on 9 September 2026, and you should act immediately to update your choices before the choice-locking deadline passes.
Who Can Apply: Eligibility and Quota Rules
All candidates who are currently participating in Round 2 online counselling for MBBS/BDS are eligible to add these colleges to their choice list. This includes candidates who have already submitted their initial choices — you are explicitly permitted to edit and modify.
Seats will be allotted strictly according to three criteria: (1) your NEET UG 2026 state rank, (2) your communal reservation category (if applicable), and (3) your preference order. The seats will be apportioned between Government Quota and Management Quota according to Tamil Nadu's prevailing guidelines, and communal reservations (SC, ST, OBC, etc.) will be applied as per government rules.
If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, or other communal group recognized by Tamil Nadu), your eligibility for reserved seats at these colleges will be determined by your category certificate and the college's quota breakdown. The notice does not specify the exact quota split for each college, so you should check the official counselling portal for the detailed seat matrix once it is updated.
- You must be a NEET UG 2026 candidate currently registered in Round 2 counselling
- Your NEET UG 2026 state rank determines your eligibility for each seat
- Communal reservation (SC, ST, OBC, etc.) is applied as per Tamil Nadu government rules
- Seats are split between Government Quota and Management Quota — exact ratio to be confirmed on the portal
How to Add These Colleges to Your Choice List
The process is straightforward and mirrors the standard choice-filling procedure in Tamil Nadu counselling. You do not need to submit a new application or pay any additional fee to add these colleges — you simply update your existing choice list.
Step 1: Log in to the official Tamil Nadu medical counselling portal at www.tnmedicalselection.org using your registration number and password.
Step 2: Navigate to the 'Choice Filling' or 'Choice Modification' section. The portal will now display the three newly added colleges in the list of available institutions.
Step 3: Select the colleges you wish to add and arrange them in your order of preference. You can edit, reorder, and add choices — the portal allows you to modify your entire preference list.
Step 4: Once you are satisfied with your updated choice list, submit and lock your choices before the deadline. The exact deadline for choice locking in Round 2 should be visible on the portal — do not miss it.
Important: The notice does not specify a new deadline for choice modification. You must check www.tnmedicalselection.org immediately for the updated schedule, as the choice-locking window may have been extended or may close soon.
- Log in to www.tnmedicalselection.org with your registration credentials
- Go to the Choice Filling / Choice Modification section
- Search for and select the three newly added colleges
- Arrange them in your preferred order (you can rank them anywhere in your list)
- Submit and lock your updated choices before the deadline
- Check the portal regularly for any schedule changes
Important: These Are Self-Financing Colleges — What That Means
Two of the three colleges (Madha and Arunai) are self-financing institutions, and APS is also self-financing (though newly established). This is different from government medical colleges, which are funded by the state and charge lower fees.
Self-financing colleges charge tuition fees set by the college itself, not by the government. These fees are typically much higher than government college fees — often ₹10–20 lakh or more per year, depending on the college. You should verify the exact fee structure for each college before adding it to your choice list.
However, self-financing colleges are fully regulated by the NMC and must meet the same academic and infrastructure standards as government colleges. Your MBBS degree from a self-financing college is equally valid and recognized across India.
Before you commit to a self-financing college, confirm: (1) the total annual fee, (2) whether there are scholarships or fee waivers available, (3) the college's track record in placements and board exam results, and (4) whether your family can afford the fees for all five years of the course.
- Self-financing colleges charge their own fees — typically ₹10–20 lakh+ per year
- Fees are NOT set by the government and vary by college
- The degree is fully recognized by the NMC and is valid across India
- Verify the exact fee structure on the college's official website before choosing
- Check if the college offers scholarships or fee concessions
APS Medical College: A Newly Established College — What You Should Know
APS Medical College in Mevaloorkuppam, Kancheepuram is a newly established institution that has just received its Letter of Permission (LoP) from the NMC. This means it is admitting its first batch of MBBS students in 2026–27. The college is offering 150 seats in this inaugural year.
A newly established college means: (1) it has no alumni yet, (2) its track record in board exams, placements, and clinical training is unknown, and (3) the college is still building its faculty and infrastructure. While the NMC approval guarantees that the college meets minimum standards, you should research the college's infrastructure, faculty qualifications, and affiliation carefully before choosing it.
The advantage is that you may have a better chance of admission at a newly established college if your rank is lower, because competition may be less intense than at established colleges. However, the risk is that the college's quality and reputation are unproven.
Before choosing APS Medical College, visit its official website, check the faculty list, review the campus infrastructure, and if possible, speak to the college directly about its teaching and clinical facilities. Do not choose a college solely because it has more seats — choose based on quality and your confidence in the institution.
- APS Medical College is admitting its first MBBS batch in 2026–27
- It has just received NMC approval and a Letter of Permission
- The college has no track record yet — research carefully before choosing
- Verify the faculty, infrastructure, and clinical training facilities
- Lower competition may mean easier admission, but quality is unproven
- Visit the college website and contact the college directly for details
How Seats Will Be Allotted: Rank, Reservation, and Your Preferences
Seat allotment in Round 2 will follow a strict algorithm based on three factors: (1) your NEET UG 2026 state rank, (2) your communal reservation category, and (3) your preference order.
The allotment process works like this: The system ranks all candidates by their NEET state rank (highest rank first). For each candidate in order, it checks their preference list and tries to allot them a seat in the highest-ranked college on their list where a seat is available in their category. If no seat is available in their first choice, it moves to their second choice, and so on.
This means: (a) your rank determines which colleges you are eligible for — if your rank is very low, you may not be eligible for any of these colleges, or only for certain seats; (b) your category (SC, ST, OBC, etc.) determines which seats you can access — reserved seats are only for candidates in that category; and (c) your preference order matters — if you rank a college first and a seat is available, you will get it, even if you could have gotten a better college by ranking it first.
The notice states that seats will be apportioned as per Tamil Nadu's Government and Management Quota ratio and communal reservation guidelines. This means each college will have a certain number of seats reserved for SC, ST, OBC, and general candidates, and a split between government-funded and management-funded seats. The exact breakdown will be shown on the counselling portal once it is updated.
- Allotment is based on: (1) NEET UG 2026 state rank, (2) communal reservation category, (3) your preference order
- Higher rank = more colleges available to you
- Your category determines which reserved seats you can access
- Your preference order is crucial — rank colleges in the order you actually want them
- Seats are split between Government Quota and Management Quota per college
- Communal reservations (SC, ST, OBC) are applied as per Tamil Nadu rules
Key Dates and Deadlines: What You Must Do and When
The notification was issued on 9 September 2026. The colleges are now live in Round 2 counselling, and you can add them to your choice list immediately.
However, the notice does NOT specify a new deadline for choice modification or choice locking. This is a critical gap. The original Round 2 choice-locking deadline may still apply, or it may have been extended to allow candidates time to add these new colleges. You MUST check www.tnmedicalselection.org immediately to find out the exact deadline.
Do not assume the deadline has been extended. If you delay, you risk missing the choice-locking window and losing the opportunity to add these colleges. Check the portal today.
- Notification issued: 9 September 2026
- New colleges now available: immediately
- Choice modification deadline: CHECK THE PORTAL — not specified in this notice
- Action required: Log in and update your choices TODAY
- Do not delay — the choice-locking window may close soon
Common Mistakes That Could Cost You a Seat
Mistake 1: Not updating your choices at all. If you have already locked your choices in Round 2 and do not modify them, you will not be considered for these new colleges, even if your rank qualifies you. You must actively edit and add them.
Mistake 2: Ranking a college too low in your preference list. If you rank a college 10th on your list and a seat becomes available in your 5th-choice college first, you will be allotted the 5th-choice college and will not get the 10th-choice college. Rank colleges in the order you actually want them, with your most-preferred college first.
Mistake 3: Assuming you are eligible without checking your rank against the college's cutoff. Each college will have a cutoff rank for each category. If your rank is below the cutoff, you will not be eligible, no matter how high you rank the college. Check the seat matrix and cutoff list on the portal before finalizing your choices.
Mistake 4: Choosing a self-financing college without verifying the fee. If you choose Madha, Arunai, or APS and are allotted a seat, you will be required to pay the college's fees to confirm your admission. If you cannot afford the fees, you will lose the seat. Verify fees in advance.
Mistake 5: Missing the choice-locking deadline. Once the deadline passes, you cannot modify your choices. If you miss it, you are stuck with your original list. Check the portal now for the deadline and set a reminder.
- ⚠️ Not updating your choices = you will not be considered for new colleges
- ⚠️ Ranking a college too low = you may not get it even if eligible
- ⚠️ Not checking your rank against the cutoff = you may not be eligible
- ⚠️ Not verifying fees = you may lose your seat if you cannot pay
- ⚠️ Missing the deadline = you cannot modify your choices after locking
Where to Find More Information and Updates
The official source for all Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling information is the Selection Committee's website: www.tnmedicalselection.org. This is where you will find the updated seat matrix, cutoff lists, choice-filling schedule, and any further notifications.
The notice explicitly advises candidates to visit the website regularly for schedule revisions and real-time updates. Because these seats were added mid-Round 2, there may be further changes to the schedule or seat availability. Check the portal daily until you have locked your choices.
If you have questions or encounter technical issues while updating your choices, contact the Selection Committee through the portal's help desk or the contact details provided on the website.
- Official portal: www.tnmedicalselection.org
- Check regularly for updates, schedule changes, and seat matrix details
- Contact the Selection Committee help desk for technical issues
- Do not rely on unofficial sources or social media for counselling information
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Can I add these new colleges to my choice list if I have already locked my choices in Round 2?
Yes. The notification explicitly states that all candidates participating in Round 2, including those who have already submitted their choices, are permitted to edit, reorder, and add choices for the newly added colleges. You must log in to www.tnmedicalselection.org and modify your choice list before the deadline.
How many new MBBS seats have been added in total?
A total of 250 new MBBS seats have been added: 50 seats at Madha Medical College (Chennai), 50 seats at Arunai Medical College (Tiruvannamalai), and 150 seats at APS Medical College (Kancheepuram).
What is the difference between Madha/Arunai and APS Medical College?
Madha and Arunai are existing self-financing colleges that have increased their intake. APS is a newly established self-financing college that is admitting its first MBBS batch in 2026–27. All three are fully approved by the NMC, but APS has no track record yet, so you should research it carefully before choosing.
Are these self-financing colleges? Will I have to pay high fees?
Yes, all three colleges are self-financing. They charge their own fees, which are typically much higher than government college fees (often ₹10–20 lakh+ per year). You must verify the exact fee structure for each college on its official website before adding it to your choice list. If you cannot afford the fees, do not choose the college.
What is the deadline to add these colleges to my choice list?
The notification does not specify a new deadline. You must check www.tnmedicalselection.org immediately to find the exact choice-locking deadline for Round 2. Do not delay — the window may close soon.
Will my rank and category determine whether I get a seat at these colleges?
Yes. Seats will be allotted based on three factors: (1) your NEET UG 2026 state rank, (2) your communal reservation category (SC, ST, OBC, etc.), and (3) your preference order. If your rank is below the cutoff for a college in your category, you will not be eligible for that college.
If I rank a college first on my preference list, am I guaranteed a seat there?
No. You are guaranteed a seat only if: (1) your rank qualifies you for that college in your category, (2) a seat is available in your category at that college, and (3) no higher-ranked candidate ahead of you has already taken that seat. Ranking a college first increases your chances, but does not guarantee a seat.
Can I choose all three colleges, or do I have to pick just one?
You can rank all three colleges on your preference list if you wish. You can include them anywhere in your list — first, last, or in between — depending on your preferences. The allotment algorithm will try to allot you a seat in the highest-ranked college on your list where a seat is available in your category.
Is APS Medical College a good choice if it is newly established?
APS is fully approved by the NMC and meets national standards, so the degree is valid. However, because it is newly established, it has no track record in board exams, placements, or clinical training. You should research the college's faculty, infrastructure, and clinical facilities carefully before choosing it. Do not choose solely because it has more seats.
What should I do right now?
Log in to www.tnmedicalselection.org immediately, check the updated seat matrix and cutoff list, verify your eligibility for each college based on your rank and category, and then add the colleges you wish to your choice list in your order of preference. Lock your choices before the deadline. Check the portal daily for updates.
These 250 new MBBS seats represent a significant opportunity, but you must act immediately. Log in to www.tnmedicalselection.org today, verify your eligibility based on your rank and category, add the colleges you wish to your choice list, and lock your choices before the deadline. The exact choice-locking deadline is not specified in this notice — check the portal now to find it. Do not delay, and do not miss this window to update your preferences.
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