| Updated On - Oct 16, 2026
Tamil Nadu DME has opened NEET MDS 2026 counselling registration at tnmedicalselection.net after the National Dental Commission slashed the qualifying percentile by 20.576 points. Candidates must register for state quota seats.
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) Tamil Nadu has opened registration. The portal went live for NEET MDS 2026 at tnmedicalselection.net. The window applies to Government Quota and Management Quota seats.
The move follows a sharp cut in the qualifying percentile. The National Dental Commission (NDC) slashed the cutoff by 20.576 points. The relaxation applies across all categories for the 2026-27 session.
Candidates who had not qualified earlier can now apply afresh. The counselling covers Government Medical and Dental Colleges across the state. Private colleges under Management and NRI Quota are also included.
Key Details of Tamil Nadu NEET MDS 2026 Counselling
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu |
| Official Portal | tnmedicalselection.net |
| Course | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Registration Start Date | October 15, 2026 |
| Quota Covered | Government, Management, and NRI |
| Qualifying Exam | NEET MDS 2026 |
Revised NEET MDS 2026 Qualifying Percentile
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued the revision on October 12, 2026. The revised qualifying percentiles for the 2026-27 session are listed below.
| Category | Previous Cutoff Percentile | Revised Cutoff Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 50 | 29.424 |
| SC / ST / OBC | 40 | 19.424 |
| UR with PwD | 45 | 24.424 |
| SC / ST / OBC with PwD | 40 | 19.424 |
How to Register for Tamil Nadu NEET MDS 2026 Counselling?
Candidates can complete the registration online through the official DME portal. The following steps outline the process in order.
- Visit the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net.
- Click on the MDS 2026-2027 application link on the homepage.
- Enter the NEET MDS 2026 roll number to create a login.
- Fill the application form with personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned documents including the NEET MDS scorecard and certificates.
- Pay the counselling fee through available online payment modes.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for records.
Who Is Eligible to Apply After the Cutoff Revision?
Candidates who scored above the revised percentile can now participate. BDS holders with a valid NEET MDS 2026 scorecard are eligible. Internship completion by the stipulated date remains mandatory as per NDC rules.
Tamil Nadu nativity rules apply for Government Quota seats. Open category candidates can also apply under Management and NRI Quota. All applicants must verify category documents before uploading them.
The National Dental Commission acted to address vacant PG dental seats. Private dental colleges reported heavy seat wastage after two counselling rounds. A wider eligibility pool now improves the chance of filling these seats.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit tnmedicalselection.net and read the official notification carefully.
- Check eligibility against the revised qualifying percentile for your category.
- Keep the NEET MDS scorecard and BDS mark statements ready.
- Arrange category, nativity, and PwD certificates where applicable before registering.
- Complete registration, fee payment, and choice filling within the stated window.
Watch for the final registration cutoff and revised seat matrix. The choice filling and allotment schedule will follow at tnmedicalselection.net.
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