The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) Tamil Nadu has officially started the third round of choice filling for NEET UG 2025. This important process allows eligible students to select their preferred medical and dental colleges and courses online. The choice filling for Round 3 begins on October 30, 2025 . Students must make sure to lock their final choices by November 1, 2025 , at 5 PM . It is crucial for all participating candidates to be already registered for the NEET UG counselling to be able to take part in this round.
This step is a key part of getting admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Tamil Nadu. Candidates need to visit the official DME Tamil Nadu online portal to complete their choice filling and lock their selections. Students who do not lock their choices before the deadline will find their choices are not considered for any seat allocation in this round, meaning they will miss out on potential admissions.
Key Dates for DME Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 Choice Filling 2025
Students must keep track of these important dates to ensure they complete the process on time:
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Choice Filling | October 30, 2025 |
| Last Date to Lock Choices | November 1, 2025, till 5 PM |
Who Can Participate in Round 3?
Participation in DME Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 3 choice filling is open only to specific groups of registered candidates:
- This round is for students who were not allotted any medical or dental seat in the earlier counselling rounds (Round 1 or Round 2).
- It also includes those who received a seat in Round 2 but chose to upgrade their college or course. These candidates must submit entirely new choices, as their previous selections from Round 2 will be cancelled or 'nullified'.
- Only candidates who successfully completed their registration for the NEET UG counselling by October 29, 2025 , are allowed to participate in this third round.
It is important to understand that candidates who failed to register by the specified deadline will not be able to fill choices in Round 3. This means that timely registration was a mandatory step to be eligible for this stage of counselling.
How to Fill Choices for NEET UG Round 3
Filling choices correctly requires attention to detail. Students should follow these steps carefully:
- Log in to the Portal: First, candidates must visit the official website of DME Tamil Nadu for NEET UG counselling. They need to log in to their personal account using their registered user ID and password.
- Check Seat Matrix: Before making any selections, it is very important for students to check the 'seat matrix'. This document shows the number of available seats in different medical and dental colleges across various courses. Knowing the seat availability helps students make smart and informed choices based on their rank and preferences.
- Select Colleges and Courses: Candidates can then start selecting their preferred colleges and courses. It is wise to list choices in order of preference, putting the most desired options first. Students should consider factors like their NEET UG score, previous cut-off ranks, and the college's location while making these selections.
- Review Choices: After adding all desired colleges and courses to their list, students must carefully review their entire selection. They should check for any errors and ensure that the order of preference is exactly as they want it.
- Lock Choices: The final and most crucial step is to 'Lock Choices'. Candidates must click on the 'Lock' button to confirm their selections before the deadline. Once choices are locked, they cannot be changed. If choices are not locked before November 1, 2025, at 5 PM , they will not be saved or considered for seat allotment, and the student will miss out on Round 3 opportunities.
Students are strongly advised to do thorough research on all colleges and courses before making their final selections. Being careful and well-informed will help them secure the best possible medical or dental admission.
