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Government Medical Colleges:
38
Total Government MBBS Seats:
~5,225
Private & Deemed Medical Colleges:
39
Total Private/Deemed MBBS Seats:
~6,825
Introduction
The Tamil Nadu Medical Council (TNMC) is a statutory body established under the Tamil Nadu Medical Registration Act, 1914 to regulate the practice of modern medicine and maintain professional standards for medical practitioners across the state of Tamil Nadu. The council functions as an autonomous authority under the Government of Tamil Nadu.
TNMC is responsible for the registration, regulation, and professional conduct of doctors practicing modern (allopathic) medicine in Tamil Nadu. It ensures that medical practitioners possess recognized qualifications and follow ethical and professional standards as mandated by law.
The council is headed by a President elected from among its members and comprises elected and nominated members, including representatives from the state government, medical universities, and registered medical practitioners.
Key Functions of TNMC
Registration and renewal of registration of medical practitioners
Maintenance of the Tamil Nadu State Medical Register
Regulation of professional conduct, ethics, and discipline of doctors
Taking disciplinary action in cases of professional misconduct
Ensuring compliance with medical laws and standards within Tamil Nadu
Courses Regulated by TNMC
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)
Postgraduate Medical Degrees and Diplomas (MD / MS / DNB)
Super-Specialty Medical Courses (DM / MCh)
Note: TNMC regulates only modern medicine (Allopathy). Dental, nursing, physiotherapy, and AYUSH courses are governed by their respective councils.
National Affiliation and Recognition
The Tamil Nadu Medical Council operates in accordance with national medical regulations and is recognized under the National Medical Commission (NMC), which replaced the Medical Council of India (MCI). This ensures that medical education and professional practice in Tamil Nadu are aligned with national standards and guidelines.
Eligibility
Basic Requirements
Must be 17+ years by 31 December
Must have passed 10+2 with PCB
Must meet the minimum qualifying marks as per NMC/state
Valid NEET-UG score is compulsory
For Management Quota
Any Indian student with NEET qualification
Some colleges prefer Tamil Nadu domicile.
Factors to Consider Before Taking Admission
Before taking admission under management quota in Tamil Nadu:
Ensure your NEET score meets the minimum eligibility criteria of the college.
Be prepared for higher fees compared to government quota seats.
Verify the college’s accreditation, infrastructure, and hospital affiliations.
Check patient inflow, clinical exposure, and internship opportunities.
Consider hostel facilities, campus safety, and lifestyle expenses.
Review feedback from current students or alumni for real insights.
Process
Fee Structure
Note: The fee details mentioned below are estimated figures based on recent admission trends. Actual fees may vary slightly from college to college. Students are advised to check the official college website or counselling authority for the most accurate and updated information.
MBBS Fee Structure
Annual MBBS Fees: ₹6–8 Lakhs per year
This usually includes:Tuition fees
Hostel accommodation
Food/mess charges
Uniform and basic facilities
Approximate Living & Miscellaneous Expenses: ₹1.5 Lakhs per annum
BDS Fee Structure
Annual BDS Fees: ₹7–8 Lakhs per year
Approximate Total Expenses: ₹2.25 Lakhs per annum (Around ₹10,000 per month for living and other costs)
MDS Fee Structure
Annual MDS Fees: ₹8 Lakhs per year
Approximate Total Expenses: ₹2.75 Lakhs per annum (Around ₹12,500 per month for living and other costs)
Top MBBS Colleges in Tamil Nadu
📌 Key Notes -Tamil Nadu Management Quota
Fees shown are approximate tuition fees per year under the management quota for MBBS. Colleges may also charge additional non‑tuition, hostel, development, or miscellaneous fees.
Management quota seats are part of state counselling, and all admissions are governed through NEET‑UG counselling (no “direct” admission without counselling).
Some government colleges do not have separate management quota — they offer seats primarily through state quota counselling with higher competition. (For govt college seats, fees are generally very low but not in the management category.)
Fees vary by institution type:
Self‑financing colleges typically ~₹15 L/yr
Private universities ~₹16.2 L/yr
Some deemed/university institutions may be higher (not listed here)
Entrance
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to MBBS and BDS courses across India, including medical colleges in Tamil Nadu.
NEET-UG is mandatory for all students seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses in government, private, and management quota colleges in Tamil Nadu. Admission to MBBS seats in the state is strictly based on NEET-UG score and the Tamil Nadu state counselling process.
About National Testing Agency (NTA)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is a government body established in 2017 under the Ministry of Education (MoE) to conduct major national-level entrance examinations in India. NTA ensures a transparent, efficient, and standardized testing system for students across the country.
Role of NTA in Medical Admissions
Conducts the NEET-UG, mandatory for admission to MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical courses.
NEET-UG scores are used for admission to government, private, and management quota MBBS seats in Tamil Nadu.
Note: NEET-PG is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), not NTA.
Key Features of NTA
Conducts entrance exams in a transparent and standardized manner.
Uses advanced technology to ensure fair evaluation.
Follows uniform exam patterns to reduce exam-related stress.
Ensures credibility and reliability in the admission process.
Governance
NTA is governed by a Governing Body consisting of experts from education, medicine, administration, and law, ensuring high standards in examination conduct.
Exam Frequency
NEET-UG: Conducted once a year
Colleges
Cutoff
What the NEET cutoff means
The qualifying cutoff percentile is the minimum percentile you must achieve in NEET‑UG to be eligible for MBBS/BDS admissions and to participate in state counselling (including 85% state quota and management quota) as well as All‑India Quota (AIQ) counselling.
Category‑wise Qualifying Cutoff (NEET 2025)
These are the minimum percentiles and approximate marks ranges required in NEET‑UG for eligibility to counselling in Tamil Nadu:
General (Unreserved) / EWS
Percentile required: 50th percentile
Approx. marks range: ~686–144 marks
OBC‑NCL
Percentile required: 40th percentile
Approx. marks range: ~143–113 marks
SC and ST
Percentile required: 40th percentile
Approx. marks range: ~143–113 marks
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
General‑PwBD: 45th percentile (~143–127 marks)
OBC/SC/ST‑PwBD: 40th percentile (~126–113 marks)
Important Notes
These percentiles and marks represent the minimum qualifying score to participate in counselling — not the final admission cutoff for specific colleges, which are usually much higher and vary by category, college, and round of counselling.
Actual admission cutoffs depend on factors such as the number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, seat availability, state quota vs AIQ ranks, and reservation policies.
Meeting the qualifying cutoff makes you eligible to enter counselling, but does not guarantee a seat — especially in government colleges where cutoffs are significantly above the minimum qualifying marks.
Counselling
Overview
MBBS admissions in Tamil Nadu are conducted through NEET‑UG counselling managed by the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee (TNMSC) / Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu. This centralized online counselling process covers government quota, private college seats (including management quota), and All‑India quota (AIQ) seats for medical colleges in the state.
Seat Categories
State Quota Seats (Government & Private)
85% of MBBS seats in government medical colleges are allocated to the state quota.
Seats are allotted based on NEET‑UG merit and reservation policies (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD).
All India Quota (AIQ)
15% of MBBS seats in government medical colleges are filled through All‑India Quota counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). These seats are open to students nationwide.
Private / Management Quota Seats
Management quota seats are available in self‑financing private medical colleges and state private universities.
These seats are allotted through the state counselling process based on NEET‑UG rank and choice filling.
Tamil Nadu MBBS Seat Allotment Process (Step‑by‑Step)
1. Online Registration for Counselling
Register on the official Tamil Nadu NEET counselling portal.
Enter NEET‑UG details, personal information, and upload required documents.
2. Merit List Publication
The state authority publishes the merit list based on NEET‑UG scores.
Category‑wise ranks are included for seat allotment.
3. Document Verification
Documents are verified through designated verification centers or online as per state guidelines.
Candidates must provide valid NEET scorecards, academic certificates, and applicable category/ domicile certificates.
4. Choice Filling & Counselling Fee Payment
Candidates choose preferred colleges and courses.
Counselling registration/processing fee must be paid to proceed.
5. Seat Allotment Result
Seat allotment results for each round are published online after processing choices.
Candidates can check the allotted college and course on the counselling portal.
6. Reporting at Allotted College
Download the seat allotment order / allotment letter.
Report to the allotted college within the specified time with original documents and prescribed fees.
Documents Required at Reporting
NEET‑UG Scorecard & Admit Card
Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets / Certificates
Domicile Certificate (for state quota, if applicable)
Category / EWS / PwBD Certificates (if applicable)
Seat Allotment Letter
Proof of Fee Payment
Multiple sets of self‑attested photocopies
Tamil Nadu MBBS Counselling Rounds
First Round
Initial seat allotment based on NEET rank, preferences, and reservation rules.
Second Round
Upgradation or fresh allotment based on vacant seats and choices.
Mop‑Up Round
Conducted to fill remaining seats after the main rounds.
Stray Vacancy Round (If Applicable)
Final round to fill leftover seats as per state counselling guidelines.
Important Notes
Tamil Nadu counselling is conducted through a centralised, online, and merit‑based system by the state authority.
NEET‑UG qualification is mandatory for all MBBS seats, including state quota, AIQ, and management quota seats.
Domicile and category certificates must be valid and authentic for eligibility under the state quota seats.
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