Medical Colleges NRI Quota Seats & Fee For MBBS In Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu, a leading medical education hub with 38 government and 32 private colleges (8 in NIRF Top 50), offers NRI quota admissions through AIQ in government colleges via MCC and through management quota in private colleges via DME and average fee of collages is Govt collages fee Rs. 13,600 to Rs. 1,26,800, private collages fee Rs. 20,00,000 to Rs. 2,08,00,000.

Tamil has increased MBBS fee for NRI Quota and Management Quota in private collages and self-financing collages for years 2025-2027 while fee for government quota has not changed

In 2025, MBBS fees under the management quota in self-financing colleges will rise by ₹1.5 lakh, reaching ₹15 lakh per year. For NRI students, the annual fee will increase by ₹2.5 lakh, making it ₹27 lakh per year.

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Tamil Nadu has 8 Medical Colleges in India under top 50 medical colleges as per the NIRF ranking. 

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Top Medical Colleges In Tamil Nadu as per NIRF Rank

Summary: Tamil Nadu Medical Colleges Overview For NRI Students

Top Government Medical Colleges In Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu has 39 government medical colleges offering about 5,225 MBBS seats in total. Out of these, 15–37 seats in each college are reserved under the NRI quota (roughly 7–10% of seats). The fee is extremely affordable compared to other states starting as low as ₹13,000–₹26,000 per year in most colleges, and going up to a maximum of ₹1.26 lakh per year at institutes like ESI-PGIMER.”

Top Private Medical Colleges For MBBS In Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu has 32 private medical colleges offering around 5,500 MBBS seats. Under the NRI quota, fees differ a lot depending on the institution — starting at about ₹20 lakh for the full course in colleges like Vinayaka Missions (Salem), averaging between ₹24.5 lakh and ₹40 lakh in well-known institutes such as PSG IMSR and Chettinad, and reaching ₹1.6–2.08 crore in top private universities like CMC Vellore, SRM, and Sri Ramachandra

Documents Required for NRI in Tamil Nadu Medical College

1. NEET & Counselling Documents

• NEET-UG Admit Card
• NEET-UG Score Card / Result
• Allotment Letter (MCC / TN State Counselling)
• Printed Copy of Online Application Form

2. Academic Documents

• Class 10 Mark Sheet
• Class 10 Passing Certificate (DOB proof)
• Class 10+1 Mark Sheet (if applicable)
• Class 12 Mark Sheet
• Class 12 Passing Certificate
• Migration / Transfer Certificate (if studied outside Tamil Nadu or different board)

3. Identity & Legal Documents

• Valid Passport (Candidate)
• Aadhaar / Government-issued ID (if available)
• Date of Birth Certificate
• Character / Conduct Certificate
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• 8–10 Passport-Size Photographs

4. Category / Reservation Documents (If Applicable)

• Caste / Community Certificate
• EWS Certificate
• PwD Disability Certificate (as per NEET norms)
• Tamil Nadu Nativity / Domicile Certificate
  (if claiming State Quota eligibility under NRI ward category)

5. NRI / OCI Specific Mandatory Documents

• Sponsor’s Passport & Visa / Residence Proof
• Embassy / Consulate Certificate confirming NRI status of sponsor
• Proof of blood relationship with sponsor
  (Parent / Sibling / Uncle / Aunt etc. as per Supreme Court W.P.(C) 689/2017)
• Notarized Sponsorship Affidavit
  (Sponsor agreeing to cover complete MBBS fees & expenses)
• OCI / PIO Card (if applicable)

MBBS Admission Procedure in Tamil Nadu Medical Colleges

Step 1 – NEET-UG Qualification

Every Indian/NRI/OCI/PIO student must qualify NEET-UG in the admission year.
The NEET score determines merit ranking and allotment chances.

Step 2 – Online Registration

Register for Tamil Nadu NEET counselling on the official portal of DME Tamil Nadu.
Create login → enter NEET details → pay counselling fee.

Portal: tnmedicalselection.net

Step 3 – Document Upload

Upload required personal, academic, ID, and category/NRI documents.
Check all information before final submission.

Step 4 – Merit List Publication

DME releases the Tamil Nadu NEET Merit List based on NEET scores.
Only listed candidates can participate in counselling rounds.

MBBS Admission Procedure in Tamil Nadu Medical Colleges

Step 1 – NEET-UG Qualification

Every Indian/NRI/OCI/PIO student must qualify NEET-UG in the admission year.
The NEET score determines merit ranking and allotment chances.

Step 2 – Online Registration

Register for Tamil Nadu NEET counselling on the official portal of DME Tamil Nadu.
Create login → enter NEET details → pay counselling fee.

Portal: tnmedicalselection.net

Step 3 – Document Upload

Upload required personal, academic, ID, and category/NRI documents.
Check all information before final submission.

Step 4 – Merit List Publication

DME releases the Tamil Nadu NEET Merit List based on NEET scores.
Only listed candidates can participate in counselling rounds.

Step 5 – Choice Filling / Option Entry

Select medical colleges and seat types based on eligibility:

1. Government Medical Colleges – State Quota (85%)
   
   • For Tamil Nadu domicile-eligible candidates
   • No NRI quota
   • Very low subsidized fee
     
2. Government Medical Colleges – All India Quota (15%)
   
   • Open to students from all states
   • Allotted through MCC
   • Same low government fee structure
     
3. Private/Self-Financing Medical Colleges – Management Quota
   
   • Open to all Indian nationals
   • Higher fees than government seats
     
4. Private/Self-Financing Medical Colleges – NRI Quota
   
   • Reserved exclusively for NRI/OCI/PIO students
   • NRI sponsorship documents required
   • High fees but better chances of seat allotment

Step 6 – Seat Allotment

Allotment is based on:

• NEET All India Rank
• Category & Quota type
• Seat availability
• College preference order
  

Government colleges → low fees
Private colleges → higher fees (including NRI quota)

Step 7 – Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation

• Download the allotment letter
• Pay the notified fee (partial/full) online

Step 8 – Reporting to the Allotted College

• Report within the given timeline
• Submit original documents for physical verification
• Complete biometric and admission formalities

Step 9 – Upgradation / Further Rounds

• Students can participate in Round-2 / Mop-Up Round
• Upgradation is allowed as per counselling rules

Tamil Nadu MBBS Seat Matrix

Tamil Nadu NEET MBBS Merit List 

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Eligibility for MBBS Admission in Tamil Nadu

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does Tamil Nadu’s government medical colleges have an NRI quota?
No, Tamil Nadu’s government medical colleges do not currently have an NRI quota. Only private, state-approved medical schools are eligible for NRI quota seats.

2. How many government medical seats does Tamil Nadu have in total?

 Through NEET counseling, Tamil Nadu offers more than 5,225 government MBBS seats. Nevertheless, the NRI quota is not included in these seats. State and All India Quota (AIQ) are used to fill them.

3. How much does the Tamil Nadu medical colleges charge for the NRI quota?

 Depending on the school and available seats, the annual cost of the NRI quota in Tamil Nadu’s medical colleges usually ranges from ₹24.5 lakh to ₹2.8Crore.

4. Who is eligible for Tamil Nadu’s MBBS program under the NRI quota?

You must be an NRI, OCI, or PIO, or be sponsored by a first-degree NRI relative, in order to apply for Tamil Nadu’s MBBS program for NRI students.

5. How can NRI students in Tamil Nadu apply for MBBS under the NRI quota?

 During the choice-filling process, NRI students must choose the NRI quota in Tamil Nadu’s medical colleges and register via the state’s NEET counselling portal. NEET certification is required.

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