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Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cut-Off: Expected Scores, Category-wise Ranks & Seat Matrix

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Samrat Ray • 7 Mins read • 20 Sep 25
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Latest Updates

  • The expected General cutoff for Tamil Nadu 2025 NEET UG counselling is 600 or above across different medical colleges. 
  • The Tamil Nadu 2025 NEET UG counselling choice filling is currently ongoing at the official Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling portal and will end on 22nd September 2025.
  • The Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2025 counselling will be conducted from 6th October 2025 to 17th October 2025. 


The Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 government college cutoff is to get admission to the MBBS course in the best government college of Tamil Nadu. There are a total of 8,000 MBBS seats and 2,873 BDS seats in Tamil Nadu. Their cutoff requirements depend on the number of seats, number of applicants, exam difficulty, and other factors. The specific cutoffs will be available after the Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling 2025 ends. 

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In this blog, we will talk about the expected cutoffs in various government colleges and across different categories in the Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling 2025. We will also discuss the guidelines for the NEET application process, cutoff trends and all the necessary information you will need to make an informed decision. So keep reading for all this crucial information.


Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cut-Off

After qualifying for the NEET counselling session, it is helpful to check out the past NEET cut-offs as well as the expected 2025 cut-off for the specific college. The table below gives you an insight into the expected cut-off for medical colleges in Tamil Nadu.

College Name

Expected General/OC Cutoff Score

Madras Medical College

640

Stanley Medical College

617

KILPAUK Medical College

604

Madurai Medical College

601

Government Medical College, Omandurar, Chennai

591

Coimbatore Medical College, Coimbatore

607

Thanjavur Medical College

593

Government Chengalpattu Medical College

592

KAP Viswanathan Government Medical College

590

Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College

596

Tirunelveli Medical College

596

Vellore Government Medical College,

600

Kanyakumari Government Medical College

594

ESIC Medical College, Chennai

594

Thoothukudi Medical College

589


Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cutoff: Category-wise Scores,  Percentiles, and Ranks

The following are the expected NEET UG scores, percentiles, and ranks for Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 government college admissions. These cutoff requirements are for MBBS admissions to government colleges through the Tamil Nadu quota, which includes 85% of the seats in the state. 

Category

Expected Score Range

Expected Percentile 

Expected Rank

OC (General)

610+

50th

1 - 2,000

BC/MBC/BCM

595–610

40th

2,500

SC

490–500

40th

10,000 - 20,000

ST

430–450

40th

20,000 - 30,000

EWS

580 - 620

NA

1,000 - 3,000

PwD (General)

300 - 400

NA

30,000+


How have NEET cut-off scores for Tamil Nadu Government Medical Colleges changed over the past 5 years?

The NEET cutoff scores for MBBS admissions in Tamil Nadu have increased in the previous years and reached their highest in 2024. Check the table below for the cutoff trends for NEET UG Tamil Nadu counselling over the past 5 years. 

Year

NEET Cut-off Score (Govt Quota, Open Category)

2020

Around 550–600 (varied by college)

2021

Approximately 610–620

2022

592 (Chengalpattu MC), up to 640 (Madras MC)[3]

2023

Not explicitly stated, but the trend is rising; likely 600–650+ based on adjacent years

2024

651 (state quota, last allotment)

2025

538 (state quota, last allotment)


Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cutoff: Factors Influencing Recent Trends

The following are the key factors behind the cutoff trends shown above in the Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 government college admissions:

  • The exam difficulty has increased over the years from 2020 to 2024. 
  • Reservation policies have influenced the number of reserved seats and the cutoff requirements for General candidates. 
  • The increasing demand for medical seats, the number of applicants, and the limited availability of seats have contributed to the increase in cutoff until 2024. 


Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cutoff: Comparison with Karnataka and Kerala Cutoffs

The NEET 2025 cutoff will vary with each state, and Tamil Nadu will have higher or lower cutoffs than other states. Check the table below for the comparison of the government college NEET cutoffs in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. 

State

Top College Example

UR (State Quota)

OBC

SC

ST

Tamil Nadu

Madras Medical College

626

611

490–500

450+

Karnataka

Bangalore Medical College

605–610

595

470

460

Kerala

GMC Thiruvananthapuram

615–620

605

525

400


Key insights:

  • Tamil Nadu has the highest NEET UG cutoffs for MBBS admissions in South India, followed by Kerala. 
  • Karnataka’s government colleges usually have cutoff marks that are 5 to 15 marks lower for the Unreserved category than Kerala and Tamil Nadu. 
  • Reserved category cut-offs (OBC/SC/ST) are substantially lower in all states but follow the same overall pattern by region (TN > KL > KA).
  • In terms of reserved category cutoffs, Tamil Nadu has the highest cutoffs, followed by Kerala and Karnataka. 


Analysis Of The Seat Matrix For Government Medical Colleges In Tamil Nadu For NEET 2024 And Projected Changes For 2025

The MBBS seats across government medical colleges are allocated through the All India Quota (15%) and the State Quota (85%). The counselling for the state quota seats in Tamil Nadu is conducted by Tamil Nadu’s Directorate of Medical Education. The table below shows the number of government medical colleges in Tamil Nadu and the total number of seats available in them. 

Year

Govt. Medical Colleges

Total MBBS Seats

2024-2025

39

5,350


Tamil Nadu NEET Cutoff: Government College-wise Seat Intake

Here are some of the popular government MBBS colleges in Tamil Nadu and the number of MBBS seats in each of them. 7.5% of the total seats are reserved for the government school students.

College Name

MBBS Seats

Madras Medical College, Chennai

250

Stanley Medical College, Chennai

250

Madurai Medical College, Madurai

250

Tirunelveli Medical College

250

Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai

150

AIIMS Madurai

50


Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cutoff: Projection for Seat Matrix in 2025

  • No increase in the seat availability has been announced yet for 2025. 
  • The addition of new government medical colleges in 2025 will slightly increase the number of available seats. 
  • Authorities such as DME and official portals can provide the latest updates related to new government college MBBS seats in NEET 2025 counselling. 


Practical Recommendations

Based on the information discussed above, here are the important practical recommendations for you:

  • General candidates must aim for over 610 marks in NEET UG to get top government MBBS seats in Tamil Nadu. 
  • OBC/MBC/BCM candidates must score around 595 to get into government medical colleges in Tamil Nadu. 
  • You must always consider the latest round-wise cutoffs before making any important decisions. 
  • Stay updated on sudden reservation policy changes, new seats and the latest seat matrices for each counselling round through the Tamil Nadu Medical Selection official website.  


Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 Government College Cutoff: FAQs


Ques: What is the comparison of Tamil Nadu NEET state quota cut-off vs All India Quota (AIQ) cut-off in government colleges?

Ans: You will find a lower cutoff for Tamil Nadu NEET counselling as compared to the All-India NEET counselling conducted by NEET. This is mainly due to lower competition in the state quota than in the All-India quota. 


Ques: What rank do I need in NEET 2025 for a government medical seat in Tamil Nadu as an SC candidate?

Ans: You can get a government seat with a rank of 10,000 to 20,000 as an SC candidate. The specific cutoff and score required will depend on the college you apply to.  


Ques: What are the factors affecting NEET 2025 cut-off trends in Tamil Nadu?

Ans: The 2025 NEET UG cutoff in Tamil Nadu’s medical colleges is determined by the competition level, number of candidates, and performance of the candidates in the exam, and other such relevant factors. 


Ques: What is the 7.5% reservation for government school students in Tamil Nadu medical admission?

Ans: As per the reservation policy for government MBBS seats in Tamil Nadu, 7.5% of the seats are reserved for students who have completed their 10+2 from government schools under the Tamil Nadu board. Students from other boards, like CBSE and ICSE, cannot get these seats. 


Ques: What are the documents required for the Tamil Nadu NEET 2025 government college admission?

Ans: The following documents are required for government MBBS college admissions in Tamil Nadu:

  • Class 10th and 12th marksheets
  • NEET UG scorecard
  • Aadhar card
  • Caste certificate (if applicable)
  • Recent passport-sized photographs


Ques: Can I get a government MBBS seat in Tamil Nadu with a NEET score of 580 as a general category student?

Ans: As a General category student, you must aim for a score of at least 610 or above in NEET UG to secure a seat in one of the top government colleges in Tamil Nadu. Depending on the cutoff requirements, you can get one of the lower-ranked government colleges with a score below 600. 


Ques: What is the number of government MBBS seats available in Tamil Nadu for NEET 2025

Ans: As per the latest seat matrix, there are 5,350 government MBBS seats in Tamil Nadu. These seats are offered by 39 government colleges in the state.