MBBS in Tamilnadu

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MBBS Admission in Tamilnadu

MBBS admissions in Tamil Nadu for the 2025–26 academic year are conducted through the NEET-UG 2025 examination, followed by centralized counseling managed by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu. This process encompasses both government and private medical colleges in the state.


🏥 Tamil Nadu MBBS Admission 2025: Key Highlights

  • Total MBBS Seats: Approximately 12,050 across government and private colleges.

  • Entrance Exam: NEET-UG 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • Counseling Authority: Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu.

  • Seat Distribution:

    • 85% State Quota: Reserved for Tamil Nadu domiciled candidates.

    • 15% All India Quota (AIQ): Managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

    • 100% of Private College Seats: Includes Management and NRI quotas, open to all NEET-qualified candidates.

📋 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for MBBS admission in Tamil Nadu:

  • Educational Qualification: Pass in 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.

  • Minimum Marks:

    • General Category: 50% in PCB.

    • Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC): 40% in PCB.

  • Age Requirement: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025.

  • NEET Qualification: Must qualify NEET-UG 2025.

  • Domicile Requirement: For state quota seats, candidates should have Tamil Nadu domicile or fulfill other specified criteria.

📝 Counseling Registration Process

  1. Visit Official Website: Go to tnmedicalselection.net.

  2. Login: Use your NEET-UG 2025 Application Number and Roll Number to log in.

  3. Registration: Fill in the required details and register for counseling.

  4. Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable registration fee as specified.

  5. Document Upload: Upload necessary documents for verification.

  6. Choice Filling: Select preferred colleges and courses.

  7. Seat Allotment: Seats will be allotted based on NEET rank, preferences, and availability.

  8. Admission: Download the allotment letter and report to the allotted college for admission.

Private and Deemed Medical Colleges located in Tamilnadu

🏥 Private Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu

S.No College Name Location Established Intake (Seats)
1 Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore 1942 100
2 PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Coimbatore 1985 250
3 Madha Medical College & Research Institute Thandalam, Chennai 2011 150
4 Meenakshi Medical College & Research Institute Kanchipuram 2003 250
5 Saveetha Medical College & Hospital Kanchipuram 2008 250
6 SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre Kattankulathur, Chennai 2005 250
7 Sree Balaji Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2003 250
8 ACS Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2008 250
9 Vinayaka Missions Kirupananda Variyar Medical College Salem 2015 150
10 Bhaarath Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2020 150
11 VELS Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2021 150
12 Shri Sathya Sai Medical College & Research Institute Kanchipuram 2008 250
13 Sree Lalithambigai Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2021 150
14 Panimalar Medical College Hospital & Research Institute Chennai 2020 150
15 Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences Madhuranthagam 2009 150
16 Karpagam Faculty of Medical Sciences & Research Coimbatore 2012 150
17 Melmaruvathur Adiparasakthi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Kanchipuram 2008 150
18 Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Medical College & Hospital Perambalur 2011 250
19 Tagore Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2010 150
20 Swamy Vivekananda Medical College Hospital & Research Institute Tiruchengode 2021 150
21 Indira Medical College & Hospitals Thiruvallur 2020 150
22 St. Peters Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute Hosur 2021 150
23 Srinivasan Medical College & Hospital Samayapuram 2021 150
24 Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences Kanyakumari 2006 150
25 Annapoorna Medical College & Hospital Salem 2011 150
26 Arunai Medical College & Hospital Mathur, Tiruvannamalai 2021 150

Note: The establishment years and intake capacities are based on the latest available data and may be subject to change. It's advisable to verify the current details from the respective college websites or official sources.


🎓 Deemed Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu

S.No College Name Location Established Intake (Seats)
1 Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute Chennai 1985 250
2 Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute Kanchipuram 2006 250
3 Meenakshi Medical College & Research Institute Kanchipuram 2003 250
4 Saveetha Medical College & Hospital Kanchipuram 2008 250
5 Shri Sathya Sai Medical College & Research Institute Kanchipuram 2008 250
6 Sree Balaji Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2003 250
7 ACS Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2008 250
8 SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre Kattankulathur, Chennai 2005 250
9 Vinayaka Missions Kirupananda Variyar Medical College Salem 2015 150
10 Bhaarath Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2020 150
11 VELS Medical College & Hospital Chennai 2021 150

Note: The establishment years and intake capacities are based on the latest available data and may be subject to change. It's advisable to verify the current details from the respective college websites or official sources.


💰 Fee Structure Overview

  • Government Quota Seats: Approximately ₹4.5 lakhs per annum.

  • Management Quota Seats: Approximately ₹13.5 lakhs per annum.

  • NRI Quota Seats: Approximately ₹21.5 lakhs to ₹24.5 lakhs per annum.

  • Deemed Universities: Fees range from ₹18 lakhs to ₹25 lakhs per annum, depending on the institution and quota.

Note: The fee structures are indicative and may vary. It's recommended to check the official websites of the respective colleges for the most accurate and updated fee details.


📝 Admission Process

  1. NEET-UG Examination: Candidates must appear for and qualify in the NEET-UG examination.

  2. Counseling:

    • Government & Private Medical Colleges: Counseling is conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu.

    • Deemed Medical Colleges: Counseling is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the All India Quota (AIQ).

  3. Seat Allocation:

    • Government Quota: 85% of the seats are reserved for Tamil Nadu domiciled candidates.

    • Management Quota: 15% of the seats are open to all NEET-qualified candidates.

    • NRI Quota: Seats are available in both government and private medical colleges for NRI candidates.

    • Deemed Universities: Seats are allocated through AIQ counseling.

Note: The counseling procedures and seat allocations are subject to change. It's advisable to refer to the official counseling websites for the most accurate and updated information.


If you need assistance with the counseling process, understanding seat allotment procedures, or have specific queries about any of these colleges, feel free to ask!