| Updated On - Sep 30, 2026
DMER Chennai has released the Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 seat matrix 2026 at tnmedicalselection.net. Registration closes on September 30, 2026 at 5 PM. Choice filling runs from October 1 to October 9, 2026. Seat allotment is on October 12, 2026.
The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Chennai has released the Tamil Nadu National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 Round 3 seat matrix on the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net. The matrix covers vacant MBBS and BDS seats after Round 2 across government and self-financing medical and dental colleges in the state.
The Selection Committee has also opened Round 3 registration for eligible candidates. The last date to register is September 30, 2026, till 5 PM. Choice filling will follow from October 1, 2026.
TN NEET UG Round 3 2026 Key Details
Only candidates within a defined merit band can take part in Round 3. The official notification confirms the eligibility window and the participating courses.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Selection Committee, DMER Chennai |
| Official Portal | tnmedicalselection.net |
| Courses Covered | MBBS and BDS |
| Eligible General Rank Range | GR 001 to GR 3625 |
| Eligible NEET Marks Range | 599 to 177 |
| Total MBBS Seats in Tamil Nadu | 8,063 |
| Total BDS Seats in Tamil Nadu | 1,859 |
TN NEET UG Round 3 2026 Important Dates
Candidates must complete each step within the official window. Missing a deadline blocks entry into the round.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Round 3 Registration | September 30, 2026 (till 5 PM) |
| Choice Filling Window | October 1 to October 9, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment Result | October 12, 2026 |
What the Seat Matrix Contains?
The published matrix lists vacant seats left after Round 2 allotment. It also carries the tentative special category vacancy position for MBBS and BDS courses. The 7.5 percent horizontal reservation for Tamil Nadu government school candidates is reflected in the matrix.
Candidates can view college-wise and category-wise vacancy under government medical colleges, government dental colleges, self-financing medical colleges, and self-financing dental colleges. The matrix is available under the Notifications section of the official portal.
How to Register for TN NEET UG Round 3 2026?
Registration is open only to candidates within the notified rank and marks band. The Selection Committee has advised applicants not to wait for the last date, as the portal may face heavy traffic near the deadline.
- Visit the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net.
- Log in using your existing counselling credentials.
- Confirm your eligibility for Round 3 based on rank and marks.
- Pay the applicable Round 3 counselling fee online.
- Upload any pending documents and submit the registration form.
Documents Required for Round 3
Applicants must keep the following documents ready before starting the registration process. Any mismatch can delay verification during allotment.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and rank letter
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Recent passport-size photograph and identity proof
- Community certificate, if applicable
- Nativity certificate for Tamil Nadu domicile claim
Round 3 is the last state-quota chance before stray vacancy filling. Seats not taken here often move to the mop-up stage. Candidates in the GR 001 to GR 3625 band should not skip this window.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Complete Round 3 registration on tnmedicalselection.net before 5 PM on September 30, 2026.
- Study the college-wise and category-wise seat matrix carefully.
- Shortlist preferred colleges and courses based on your rank position.
- Lock your choices between October 1 and October 9, 2026.
- Check the seat allotment result on October 12, 2026 on the official portal.
Watch tnmedicalselection.net for the Round 3 allotment result on October 12, 2026 and the follow-up joining schedule.
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