Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List: The Directorate of Medical Education (DME/DMER), Tamil Nadu, has released the Tamil Nadu MD/MS Diploma merit list for eligible registered candidates after the declaration of the NEET PG 2026 result. NEET PG 2026 was conducted on August 30, 2026, and the result was declared on September 24, 2026. The Tamil Nadu NEET PG merit list includes details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, qualifying status, category, NEET PG score, and rank. The merit list is available on the official website, tnmedicalselection.net, in online and PDF formats.
This article covers the expected Tamil Nadu MD/MS merit list dates, eligibility, quota-wise seat breakdown, how the state list is prepared, how to download it, tie-breaking criteria, previous year cutoffs, and FAQs.
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NEET PG Brief Description
| Features | Specifications |
| Name of Examination | NEET PG |
| Conducted by | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam Date 2026 | August 30, 2026 |
| Admit Card | Released August 24–25, 2026 |
| NEET PG Result | September 24, 2026 |
| Tamil Nadu NEET PG Conducting Authority | Directorate of Medical Education / DMER, Tamil Nadu |
| No. of Seats in MD/MS/Diploma | 4,654+ (2026 reference: 2,661 MD + 1,538 MS + 48 PG Diploma) |
| Tamil Nadu State Quota Counselling Start | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| MCC AIQ NEET PG 2026 Counselling Start | October–November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Level of Examination | National-level |
| Official Website | tnmedicalselection.net |
Tamil Nadu MD/MS Merit List 2026 Expected Dates
Candidates can check the expected Tamil Nadu Merit List dates below and will be updated as soon as DMER Tamil Nadu issues the official notification:
| Events | Important Dates |
| Sikkim NEET PG Round 1 merit list | To be Announced |
| Sikkim NEET PG Round 2 merit list | To be Announced |
| Sikkim NEET PG Mop-Up/Stray Vacancy | To be Announced |
Eligibility Criteria for Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List
To be included in the Tamil Nadu NEET PG merit list, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Join NEET PG News 2026 | Eligibility Criteria | Requirement |
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Domicile | Tamil Nadu domicile for state/government quota (non-domicile candidates are restricted to management quota only) |
| Educational Qualification | MBBS degree from an NMC-recognised institution |
| Internship | Completed, or completing, the one-year compulsory rotating internship on/before September 30, 2026 |
| Qualifying Exam | Must qualify NEET PG 2026 at or above the applicable percentile |
| Registration | Valid registration with the Tamil Nadu State Medical Council or NMC |
Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 Rank Lists and Seat Quotas
Different rank lists apply to different seat pools – knowing which one applies to you helps you plan your choices:
- All India Rank (AIR): Released by NBEMS along with the NEET PG 2026 result. Governs the MCC’s All India Quota (50% of government seats), plus AIIMS/JIPMER PG seats.
- Tamil Nadu State Quota Merit List: Governs the 50% state quota in government colleges and the government quota in self-financing colleges, prepared by the Selection Committee, DME/DMER.
- Management Quota Rank List: Applies to management/self-financing quota seats in private medical colleges in Tamil Nadu; open to non-domicile candidates as well.
Tamil Nadu NEET PG Counselling Fee 2026
Per the 2026 reference cycle, the non-refundable counselling fee was:
| Quota | Fee |
| Government Quota | ₹3,000 |
| Management Quota | ₹5,000 |
How to download the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List 2026?
The section below shows how to download the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List 2026:
- Step 1: Go to the official website of the https://tnmedicalselection.net/.
- Step 2: On the homepage, locate the NEET PG Merit List 2026 link.
- Step 3: Enter your Registration ID and Password to log in, if required.
- Step 4: View your rank in the merit list and download the PDF for future reference.
Quota-Wise Seat Breakdown
Tamil Nadu prepares its NEET PG merit list separately for each seat pool. Knowing which quota you fall under determines which list you should track:
| Quota | Applicable To | Domicile Requirement |
| Government Quota (85% of state seats) | Government medical colleges | TN domicile only |
| Management Quota | Private/self-financing medical colleges | Open to both domicile and non-domicile candidates |
| 7.5% Government School Quota | Candidates from TN government schools | TN domicile only |
| NRI Quota | Private colleges | Governed by separate NRI eligibility norms |
Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready before applying for the Tamil Nadu NEET PG counselling process:
- MBBS Certificate
- Mark sheets of MBBS 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-year examinations
- Medical Registration Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate (or certificate confirming completion by Sept 30, 2026)
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card / Passport / PAN Card / Driving License – self-attested)
- Birth Certificate for proof of age (if DOB is not on the HSC mark sheet)
- NEET PG 2026 Score Card and Admit Card
- Copy of Online Counselling Registration Certificate
- Nativity/Domicile Certificate
- Category/Community Certificate (BC, MBC, SC, ST, SCA, EWS), if applicable
- Sponsorship Certificate from State Govt., if applicable
- 8 copies of passport-size photographs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who releases the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List?
The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Tamil Nadu, is the official authority that releases the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List for admission to MD/MS/PG Diploma courses under the state quota.
What details are mentioned in the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List?
The Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List includes the candidate’s name, NEET PG roll number, NEET PG score & rank, application number, category, state rank, and service/non-service quota status.
Is the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List prepared category-wise?
Yes, it is prepared separately for Service Quota (government doctors) and Non-Service Quota, and further categorized by OC, BC, MBC, SC, ST, SCA, and PWD groups with individual merit ranks.
Are non-domicile candidates eligible for the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List?
No, non-domicile candidates are not eligible for the state quota merit list. They may apply only for the All India Quota or management quota seats in private colleges.
Will the Tamil Nadu NEET PG Merit List be revised after the first round?
Yes – it may be revised after each counselling round due to seat withdrawals, court directions, or the inclusion of new candidates.
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