TN NEET UG 2026 Provisional Rank List Released for MBBS and BDS Admissions

Overview of TN NEET UG 2026 Rank List

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Tamil Nadu, officially released the provisional rank list for the 2026 NEET UG admissions on August 10, 2026. This merit list is essential for candidates seeking admission into MBBS and BDS programs across government and private medical/dental colleges within Tamil Nadu.

The selection process is based entirely on the marks and rank secured by candidates in the NEET UG 2026 examination. DMER publishes these lists on a quota-specific basis to ensure transparency for various categories.

Quota Categories for NEET UG 2026 Admissions

• Government Quota: Applicable for seats in government and participating private colleges.
• Management Quota: For private medical and dental institution admissions.
• 7.5% Government School Quota: Reserved for candidates who completed Class VI to XII in Tamil Nadu state government schools.
• Special Categories: Including PwD, Ex-servicemen/wards, and sports quota candidates.
• Minority and NRI Quotas: Specific lists for minority institutions and NRI-sponsored candidates.

Steps to Download the TN NEET UG 2026 Merit List

Candidates can access the official merit lists by following these instructions:

1. Visit the official portal at tnmedicalselection.net.
2. Navigate to the "UG Courses" section on the homepage.
3. Select the relevant MBBS/BDS link.
4. Locate the specific link for your applied quota (Government, Management, 7.5%, etc.).
5. Download the PDF and use the search function (Ctrl+F) to verify your application number and rank.

Important Post-Release Guidelines

The rank list currently displayed is provisional. DMER may release a revised list if discrepancies are identified during the grievance process. Candidates are advised to:

• Cross-verify details such as name, application number, and NEET scores against the official PDF.
• Report any discrepancies to the DMER immediately via official grievance channels.
• Regularly monitor the official website for upcoming counselling schedules, choice-filling deadlines, and seat allotment results.

Note: Only candidates who successfully registered during the initial or extended windows are eligible for the counselling process.

1. Is there a single common rank list for all TN NEET UG candidates?

No, DMER releases separate, category-wise provisional rank lists based on the specific quota applied for, such as Government, Management, or 7.5% Government School quota.

2. What is the next step after the publication of the rank list?

Candidates must await the announcement of the online choice-filling window, which will follow the publication of the rank list. Updates regarding these stages will be posted on the official DMER website.