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Published on 13 October, 2026

Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 Counselling Documents Required: Complete Checklist for All Quotas


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Candidates preparing for Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 counselling should keep all the required certificates and documents ready before completing the counselling application. The Tamil Nadu Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Chennai, has notified candidates that counselling for PG MD, MS, Diploma and DNB courses for the 2026-27 session will commence shortly. The requirements apply to Government Medical Colleges, Government Quota and Management Quota, including NRI seats in self-financing medical colleges.

The documents required can vary depending on the quota, category and type of seat being applied for. Candidates should therefore check the requirements applicable to them and ensure that the copies uploaded during the online application are clear and properly prepared.

Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 Counselling Documents at a Glance

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 counselling, wherever applicable:

Document

Government Quota

Management Quota

NEET PG 2026 Score Card

Required

Required

NEET PG 2026 Admit Card

Required

Required

MBBS Degree Certificate

Required

Required

Diploma Certificate/Provisional Pass Certificate

Required

Required

CRRI/CRMI Completion Certificate

Required

Required

Medical Registration Certificate

Required

Required

Community Certificate

Applicable

Applicable

Nativity Certificate

Applicable

As applicable

PwD Certificate

Applicable

Not separately listed

Eligibility Certificate

Applicable for candidates from other universities

Applicable for candidates from other universities

Aadhaar Card

Required

Required

Supporting ID

Required

Required

Photograph

Additional postcard-size photograph

Additional postcard-size photograph

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Note: The notification also specifies additional documents for certain candidates, including service candidates, PwD candidates, candidates claiming Tamil Nadu nativity and community reservation, and NRI applicants.

Documents Required for Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 Government Quota

Candidates applying under Government Quota must upload visibly clear, self-attested photocopies of the required certificates and documents.

NEET PG and Academic Documents

The following documents are required:

  • NEET PG 2026 Score Card

  • NEET PG 2026 Admit Card

  • MBBS Degree Certificate

  • Diploma Certificate or Provisional Pass Certificate

  • CRRI/CRMI Completion Certificate

  • Medical Registration Certificate

Candidates must provide a permanent or provisional medical registration certificate issued by the Medical Council of India or the State Medical Council.

Community Certificate

Candidates claiming applicable community reservation must submit the community certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of Tamil Nadu. The notification covers BC, BCM, MBC, Denotified Communities, SC, SCA and ST categories. 

Service Candidate Document

Service candidates must upload their TNPSC/MRB Selection and Posting Order obtained through competitive written examination.

Nativity Certificate

A Nativity Certificate issued by the competent authority is required.

Candidates claiming both Tamil Nadu nativity and community reservation must upload:

  • Community Certificate issued by the competent authority of the Revenue Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu with the official seal

  • Community Certificate of either one of the parents issued by the competent authority of the Revenue Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu with the official seal

PwD Documents

Candidates applying under the Persons with Disability category must obtain a recent medical certificate from the Regional Medical Board and upload a clear copy of the PwD certificate.

Eligibility Certificate

Candidates who have qualified from other universities must upload the eligibility certificate obtained from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Guindy, Chennai.

Aadhaar and Supporting Identity Proof

A clearly visible copy of the Aadhaar Card must be uploaded. Candidates must also upload a copy of their Passport, Voter ID or Driving Licence as a supporting document.

Documents Required for Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 Management Quota

For Management Quota applications, candidates must upload visibly clear, self-attested photocopies of the certificates and documents specified by the Selection Committee.

General Documents

The required documents include:

  • NEET PG 2026 Score Card

  • NEET PG 2026 Admit Card

  • Degree Certificate and Diploma Certificate or Provisional Pass Certificate

  • CRRI/CRMI Completion Certificate

  • Permanent or provisional Medical Registration Certificate

  • Community Certificate, wherever applicable

  • Eligibility Certificate for candidates who have qualified from other universities

  • Aadhaar Card

  • Passport, Voter ID or Driving Licence as a supporting document

Additional Documents for NRI Candidates

NRI candidates applying under Management Quota have additional documentation requirements. The notification states that relevant NRI documents should be verified by the concerned Indian Embassy to confirm their genuineness. It also specifies consequences for candidates found to have submitted fake NRI certificates.

The following documents are required along with the application:

  • NRI status of the financial supporter issued by the Indian Embassy of the respective country

  • Certificate establishing the relationship between the NRI financial supporter and the candidate, issued by the competent authority

  • Valid Indian Passport of the NRI financial supporter

  • NRE Bank Account Pass Book of the financial supporter

  • Declaration (Ward Certificate)

  • Court order legally declaring a guardian of the candidate under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 (if applicable)

  • OCI Card of the sponsor or candidate (if applicable) 

Additional Photograph and Certificate Requirements

Management Quota candidates must also note the following requirements:

  • The same photograph uploaded for NEET PG 2026 must be used in the online application

  • A postcard-size colour photograph measuring 4 × 6 inches must be uploaded

  • The photograph should be between 50 KB and 300 KB

  • Minority Certificate should be submitted with the Nativity Certificate, if applicable

  • Relevant documents are to be obtained from the competent Revenue Authority

Important Instructions for Uploading TN NEET PG Documents

Candidates should pay close attention to the document and photograph requirements while filling out the Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2026 counselling application.

Upload Clear and Self-Attested Copies

The notification instructs candidates to upload only visibly clear, self-attested photocopies of the required certificates and documents. Blurred or unclear copies should be avoided.

Use the Same Photograph

The same photograph that was uploaded for NEET PG 2026 must be used in the online application. For both Government & Management Quota, the notification additionally specifies a postcard-size colour photograph measuring 4 × 6 inches and between 50 KB and 300 KB.

Keep Original Documents Ready

Uploading documents online does not replace physical verification. Candidates are instructed to produce the original certificates and documents at the time of admission or certificate verification at the allotted institution.

Check Category-Specific Documents

Not every candidate will need every document. Community, nativity, PwD, service, eligibility, minority and NRI documents apply based on the candidate's circumstances and the quota or category under which they are applying.

Check Aadhaar and Supporting ID Copies

Candidates should ensure that their Aadhaar Card copy is clearly visible. A copy of the Passport, Voter ID or Driving Licence is required as a supporting identity document.

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