CHENNAI – The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME) Tamil Nadu has revised the schedule for the Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2025 Round 3 counselling. Medical and dental program aspirants must note new deadlines for registration and choice filling. Registration for the third round of counselling concludes on October 25, 2025 . Candidates must complete their registration before this date to participate.
Following registration, the period for virtual vacancies processing and choice filling will run from October 26 to October 29, 2025 . This phase allows eligible candidates to select their preferred courses and institutions. The DME will then process seat allotments on October 30, 2025 . Final Round 3 seat allotment results will be released on October 31, 2025 .
Key Dates for TN NEET UG Round 3 Counselling
Candidates must adhere to the updated timeline for the Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2025 Round 3 counselling:
| Activity | Revised Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration Last Date | October 25, 2025 |
| Virtual Vacancies Processing and Choice Filling | October 26 to 29, 2025 |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | October 30, 2025 |
| Round 3 Allotment Result Release | October 31, 2025 |
Understanding the Counselling Process
NEET UG counselling manages admissions into undergraduate medical and dental courses. The Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Tamil Nadu, conducts this process for state quota seats. Candidates who cleared the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) qualify for this counselling. Each round aims to fill available seats based on merit and candidate preferences.
The third round, often referred to as the ‘Mop-Up’ round, addresses seats remaining vacant after previous rounds. It offers a final opportunity for eligible candidates to secure admission. Participating in this round requires strict adherence to the revised schedule.
Registration and Choice Filling Explained
Candidates must first register on the official DME website. This step confirms their interest in participating in the current counselling round. Registration requires personal and academic details. Upon successful registration, candidates gain access to the choice filling portal.
Choice filling involves selecting desired medical or dental colleges and courses from the list of available vacancies. Candidates rank these choices in order of preference. The system allocates seats based on NEET UG merit, candidate choices, and seat availability. Incorrect or late choice submission can result in missing an allotment opportunity.
Accessing the Revised Schedule and Registration
The revised schedule PDF is available on the official website,tnmedicalselection.net. Candidates must visit this portal for the latest updates and notifications from the DME Tamil Nadu. All official communication regarding the counselling process occurs through this website.
To register for Round 3 counselling, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of TN NEET UG counselling:tnmedicalselection.net.
- Locate and click on the Round 3 registration link.
- Enter all required personal and academic details accurately.
- Review the entered information carefully.
- Save the details and click on the ‘submit’ button to complete registration.
Candidates must download and retain a copy of their registration confirmation for future reference. Missing the registration deadline will prevent participation in Round 3.
What Happens After Allotment
After the seat allotment results release on October 31, 2025 , allotted candidates must complete further admission formalities. These typically include downloading the allotment order, paying admission fees, and reporting to the allotted college. Reporting deadlines will be announced alongside the allotment results. Failure to complete these steps by the specified dates can lead to forfeiture of the allotted seat.