The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu has released a provisional list of candidates eligible for the Sports Quota in MBBS/BDS Government Quota admissions for the 2026-27 session. This is a ranked list — 280 candidates in total — showing each candidate's application number, name, and the sports marks awarded to them by the committee. The list is 'provisional', meaning it is not final and can still change. This is not a seat allotment; it only confirms who has qualified to be considered under the Sports Quota category, ranked by their sports marks, ahead of the actual counselling and seat allotment rounds.
If you applied for Sports Quota consideration in TN's MBBS/BDS Government Quota counselling for 2026-27, check this provisional list for your application number and sports marks — this ranking will decide your position for Sports Quota seats in the counselling rounds ahead.
What exactly has DME Tamil Nadu published?
The document is titled 'MBBS/BDS (Government Quota) Course 2026-2027 Session — Provisional List of Candidates Eligible for Sports Quota'. It lists 280 candidates across 10 pages, each row showing three things: the candidate's application number (starting with 26UG...), their name, and their sports marks.
The list is arranged strictly in descending order of sports marks — the candidate with the highest marks is Rank 1, and the list runs all the way down to candidates with as few as 10 marks. This ranking by sports marks is what determines a candidate's position within the Sports Quota category for government quota MBBS/BDS seats.
Because the notice explicitly calls this a 'provisional' list, it is a working document — the Selection Committee has assessed sports certificates and assigned marks, but the list can still be corrected or revised before it is treated as final for counselling purposes.
Sports marks range — from 1180 down to 10
The candidates on this list span a wide range of sports marks. The top-ranked candidate has 1180 sports marks, while the lowest-ranked candidate on the list has just 10 marks. This spread reflects that candidates with vastly different levels of sporting achievement (national, state, district, or other recognised levels) have all applied and been evaluated for the Sports Quota.
| Rank (SNo) | Application No. | Name | Sports Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26UG805830 | YAZHINI R D | 1180 |
| 2 | 26UG833620 | TAMIZHVIZHI B | 860 |
| 3 | 26UG834283 | NIVAS SARVENDRA C R | 810 |
| 4 | 26UG809247 | NIKHIL SHREE RAAM V S | 700 |
| 5 | 26UG822084 | OVIYA KARTHIGEYAN | 700 |
| 276 | 26UG844316 | MOHAMED UNUS J | 15 |
| 278 | 26UG839905 | SAM SELVARAJ ANANDAN | 10 |
| 280 | 26UG839624 | NAVEEN KUMAR B | 10 |
How to check if your name is on the list
Since the list is arranged only by sports marks and not alphabetically, you cannot simply scan for your name in one place — you need to go through the full 10-page list, or use your application number to locate your entry quickly.
Match your unique application number (the 26UG###### code you were given when you registered/applied) against the list. Do not rely on your name alone, since spellings and formatting (initials before or after the name) vary across entries — the application number is the reliable identifier.
- Locate your application number (format: 26UG followed by six digits) in the list.
- Note down your sports marks and your serial number (rank) as printed.
- Cross-check the spelling of your name as it appears — this is how it will be used in further counselling records.
- If you do not find your application number anywhere in the 280 entries, it means you have not been included in this provisional Sports Quota eligibility list.
What 'provisional' means for you
A provisional list is not the final word. It represents the Selection Committee's assessment at this stage — evaluating sports certificates submitted by applicants and converting achievements into sports marks. Because it is provisional, it remains open to correction before being finalised.
The document itself does not specify a window or process for candidates to raise objections or request corrections. If you believe there is an error in your marks, name, or if your application is missing entirely, keep monitoring the official TN Medical Selection portal (tnmedicalselection.net) for any further notice from the Selection Committee on this matter, since this document does not itself state one.
Do not assume this list guarantees a seat. Being on the Sports Quota eligibility list means you are in contention for Sports Quota seats; actual allotment still depends on the counselling process, seat availability, and your final rank position relative to other eligible candidates.
Why this list matters in the bigger counselling picture
Sports Quota is one of the special categories under which a limited number of MBBS/BDS government quota seats in Tamil Nadu are reserved for candidates with notable sporting achievements, in addition to the regular merit-based counselling process. Your sports marks — as reflected in this list — decide your relative standing among all Sports Quota applicants.
This list only covers the Sports Quota category. It does not affect your standing in the general NEET UG merit list or any other reservation category (such as SC/ST/OBC or differently-abled quotas) you may also be eligible for. Candidates typically remain eligible for consideration under multiple categories where applicable, subject to the rules of the counselling authority.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Is this list the final seat allotment for Sports Quota?
No. This is a 'provisional list of candidates eligible for Sports Quota' — it ranks applicants by their sports marks. It confirms who is in contention for Sports Quota seats, not who has been allotted a seat.
How do I find my name on the list?
Use your application number (format 26UG followed by six digits), not just your name, since the list is sorted by sports marks (highest to lowest) across 10 pages, not alphabetically.
What if my application number is not in the list?
If your application number does not appear anywhere among the 280 entries, you have not been included in this provisional Sports Quota eligibility list.
What are 'sports marks' based on?
The list shows a marks column titled 'Sports Marks', assigned by the Selection Committee to each applicant based on their sports credentials. The notice itself does not detail the marking scale used.
Can I still get an MBBS/BDS seat if I am low on this list?
Being on the list at all means you are eligible for Sports Quota consideration. Your final chance of a seat depends on your rank relative to the number of Sports Quota seats available, which this notice does not specify.
Does this list affect my regular NEET UG counselling rank?
No. This is specific to the Sports Quota category under MBBS/BDS Government Quota counselling and is separate from your general NEET UG merit position.
What should I do if there is an error in my name or marks?
The notice does not mention a correction process or deadline. Keep checking the official TN Medical Selection website for any further communication from the Selection Committee on corrections to this provisional list.
Where was this list published?
It was published by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME), Tamil Nadu, on the official TN Medical Selection portal.
Go through all 10 pages of the list carefully using your application number, and note down your sports marks and rank. Keep checking the official TN Medical Selection portal for any follow-up notice on corrections or the next steps in Sports Quota counselling for the 2026-27 MBBS/BDS Government Quota session.
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