The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) in Tamil Nadu has released allotment results for the special stray round of NEET UG counselling for the 2026–27 academic year. This round fills MBBS and BDS seats that remained vacant after earlier counselling phases. If you were allotted a seat, you have a narrow window to download your allotment order and report to your college—missing the deadline could cost you your seat. Here's what you need to know and do immediately.
Download your allotment order between November 12 and 16, 2026, and report to your allotted college before 5 PM on November 16—this is a hard deadline with no extensions.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Tamil Nadu Special Stray Round and who can apply?
The special stray round is the final phase of NEET UG counselling in Tamil Nadu. It allocates MBBS and BDS seats that were not filled during regular counselling rounds. This round is open to all NEET UG 2026 candidates who did not secure a seat earlier or who wish to upgrade to a better college or course.
Tamil Nadu conducts this round through online counselling and releases allotment lists based on merit and category. The state also runs a separate 7.5% reservation for students who studied in government schools, a provision introduced under state law in 2020. Candidates are allotted seats across government quota (92.5%), government school student quota (7.5%), and management quota (including minority and NRI seats).
When were allotment lists released and what are the key dates?
The DMER released three separate provisional allotment lists on November 11, 2026—one for each quota category. The vacancy position was published on November 4, 2026, to show candidates which seats were available before counselling began.
The critical dates for this round are fixed and non-negotiable. You have until November 16, 2026, at 5 PM to report to your allotted college. Your allotment order download window runs from November 12 to November 16, 2026. Do not delay: downloading your order is a separate step from checking the allotment list, and both are required.
- Vacancy position published: November 4, 2026
- Provisional allotment lists released: November 11, 2026
- Allotment order download window: November 12–16, 2026
- Last date to report to college: November 16, 2026 (before 5 PM)
How to check if you are allotted a seat in the special stray round
The allotment lists are available on the official DMER website, tnmedicalselection.net. Three separate PDF files have been published—one for government quota, one for the 7.5% government school student reservation, and one for management quota (including minority and NRI seats). You must check the list that matches your registration category.
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To find your name in the list, visit tnmedicalselection.net, navigate to the MBBS/BDS 2026–27 notifications section, and click the provisional allotment link for your quota. The PDF will open on screen. Search for your name, rank, or application number. Against your name, you will see the allotted college and course. Note these details carefully—they are your admission offer.
- Visit tnmedicalselection.net
- Open the MBBS/BDS 2026–27 notifications section
- Click the provisional allotment link for your quota
- Search for your name, rank, or application number in the PDF
- Note the allotted college and course
Where and how to download your individual allotment order
Checking your name in the allotment list is not enough. You must download your individual allotment order from the official counselling portal. The allotment order is your formal admission document and will be required when you report to the college. Two separate counselling portals are used depending on your category.
If you registered under the 7.5% government school student reservation, use the portal counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedg75. If you registered under government, management (including minority), or NRI quota, use counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedgqstray. Log in using your registered credentials, click the provisional allotment order link, download the order, and print a copy. Keep this printout with you when you report to the college.
- 7.5% Reservation (Government School Students): counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedg75
- Government, Management (including Minority) and NRI Quota: counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedgqstray
- Log in with your registered credentials
- Click the provisional allotment order link
- Download and print the order
What you must do before reporting to your allotted college
Before you travel to your allotted college, prepare all required documents. The DMER issued a candidate notice on November 11, 2026, with specific instructions for MBBS and BDS candidates. You must read this notice carefully—it contains details about what documents to bring, the admission process, and any special conditions.
Gather your original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, NEET result, caste certificate if applicable, income certificate if applicable, and any other relevant documents) and make photocopies of each. Keep both originals and copies organized and ready. Your allotment order and the DMER notice should be printed and carried with you. Arriving without proper documentation could delay your admission or result in rejection.
- Read the DMER candidate notice dated November 11, 2026
- Gather original certificates: 10th, 12th, NEET admit card, NEET result, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable)
- Make photocopies of all certificates
- Print your allotment order
- Print the DMER notice
- Organize all documents before traveling to the college
The November 16 reporting deadline: why it is absolute and what happens if you miss it
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The deadline to report to your allotted college is November 16, 2026, at 5 PM. This is a hard deadline with no extensions or grace period. If you do not report by this time, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list. Many candidates lose their seats every year by missing this deadline, often due to travel delays or misunderstanding the urgency.
Plan your travel well in advance. If your allotted college is in a different city, book your transport immediately after downloading your allotment order. Arrive at the college at least a few hours before the 5 PM deadline to allow time for document verification and admission formalities. Do not assume you can report the next day—the system will not permit it.
- Reporting deadline: November 16, 2026, before 5 PM
- No extensions or grace period
- Missing the deadline results in seat cancellation
- Plan travel immediately after downloading your allotment order
- Arrive at the college well before 5 PM
Understanding the three quota categories in this round
Tamil Nadu allocates seats across three distinct quotas in the special stray round. The government quota comprises 92.5% of available seats and is open to all eligible NEET candidates. The 7.5% government school student reservation is a state-specific provision for candidates who completed their schooling in government schools; this is a separate counselling process with its own portal and allotment list.
The management quota includes seats in private medical colleges, as well as minority and NRI (Non-Resident Indian) seats. Each quota has its own allotment list and counselling portal. It is critical that you check the correct list and use the correct portal for your category. Using the wrong portal or checking the wrong list will cause confusion and may result in missing the deadline.
- Government quota: 92.5% of seats, open to all eligible candidates
- 7.5% Government school student reservation: for candidates who studied in government schools
- Management quota: includes private college seats, minority seats, and NRI seats
- Each quota has a separate allotment list and counselling portal
What happens after you report: next steps in the admission process
Once you report to your allotted college before the 5 PM deadline on November 16, the college will verify your documents and complete your admission formalities. You will be issued an admission letter and given information about fee payment, hostel allocation (if applicable), and the start date of your course. The college will also provide details about orientation and any pre-admission requirements.
After this special stray round, if seats remain unfilled, the DMER may announce further rounds or a final stray round. However, your priority is to secure your seat in this round by reporting on time. Once you are admitted, you can focus on preparing for your MBBS or BDS course.
- Report to your allotted college with all documents
- College will verify your documents and complete admission formalities
- Receive your admission letter
- Pay fees as per the college's schedule
- Attend orientation and pre-admission activities
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Where can I check the Tamil Nadu NEET UG special stray round allotment list?
The allotment lists are available on the official DMER website, tnmedicalselection.net. Three separate PDF files have been published—one for government quota (92.5%), one for the 7.5% government school student reservation, and one for management quota (including minority and NRI seats). Visit the website, navigate to the MBBS/BDS 2026–27 notifications section, and click the provisional allotment link for your quota. Search for your name, rank, or application number in the PDF.
What is the deadline to report to my allotted college?
The deadline to report to your allotted college is November 16, 2026, at 5 PM. This is a hard deadline with no extensions. If you do not report by this time, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate. Plan your travel immediately after downloading your allotment order and arrive at the college well before 5 PM.
How do I download my individual allotment order?
You must download your allotment order from the official counselling portal. If you registered under the 7.5% government school student reservation, use counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedg75. If you registered under government, management (including minority), or NRI quota, use counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedgqstray. Log in with your registered credentials, click the provisional allotment order link, download the order, and print a copy. The download window is November 12–16, 2026.
What documents do I need to bring when I report to the college?
Bring your original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, NEET result, caste certificate if applicable, income certificate if applicable) and photocopies of each. Also bring your printed allotment order and the DMER candidate notice dated November 11, 2026. The DMER notice contains specific instructions for MBBS and BDS candidates, so read it carefully before reporting.
What is the 7.5% government school student reservation in Tamil Nadu?
The 7.5% government school student reservation is a state-specific provision introduced under Tamil Nadu law in 2020. It reserves 7.5% of MBBS and BDS seats for candidates who completed their schooling in government schools. This quota has a separate allotment list and counselling portal (counug.tnmedicalonline.co.in/ugmedg75). If you registered under this category, you must check the correct allotment list and use the correct portal.
What happens if I miss the November 16 reporting deadline?
If you do not report to your allotted college by 5 PM on November 16, 2026, your seat will be cancelled immediately. There are no extensions or grace periods. Your seat will be offered to the next candidate on the merit list. Many candidates lose their seats every year by missing this deadline, so plan your travel in advance and arrive at the college well before the deadline.
Can I check the allotment list without downloading my allotment order?
Checking your name in the allotment list and downloading your individual allotment order are two separate steps. You must do both. The allotment list shows that you have been allotted a seat, but the allotment order is your formal admission document and will be required when you report to the college. Do not assume that checking the list is enough—you must download and print your order.
What should I do if my name does not appear in the allotment list?
If your name does not appear in any of the three allotment lists (government quota, 7.5% government school student reservation, or management quota), it means you were not allotted a seat in this round. The DMER may announce further rounds or a final stray round if seats remain unfilled. Monitor tnmedicalselection.net for any announcements. You can also contact the DMER directly for clarification on your status.
If you have been allotted a seat, act immediately: download your allotment order between November 12 and 16, gather all required documents, and plan your travel to report to your college before 5 PM on November 16. Missing this deadline will result in seat cancellation with no recourse. Monitor tnmedicalselection.net for any updates or further rounds after this stray round concludes.
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