The NEET UG Tamil Nadu Mop Up Round is the final phase of counselling for medical and dental admissions in the state. It is conducted to fill vacant seats after the first and second rounds of counselling. This round provides one last opportunity for candidates who have not secured a seat yet.
What is the NEET UG Tamil Nadu Mop Up Round?
The Mop Up Round is conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Tamil Nadu, for government and private medical/dental colleges. It is primarily meant for:
- Candidates who were not allotted a seat in previous rounds.
- Students who opted for seat upgradation.
- Candidates who did not participate in earlier rounds but are now eligible.
- Filling vacant seats left after the second round of counselling.
Eligibility for the Mop Up Round
To participate in the Mop Up Round, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- NEET UG 2025 Qualification: Must have secured the minimum qualifying percentile.
- Not Admitted Elsewhere: Candidates already admitted to a medical or dental college through previous rounds cannot participate.
- Registered for Counselling: Only those who have completed registration in the earlier rounds are eligible.
- Fee Payment: Candidates must pay the required Mop Up Round counselling fee.
Seat Availability in the Mop Up Round
The Mop Up Round fills the remaining seats in:
- Government Medical and Dental Colleges
- Private Self-Financing Colleges (Minority & Non-Minority)
- Seats under NRI and Management Quota
- Unfilled All India Quota Seats (if reverted to the state)
Steps in the NEET UG Tamil Nadu Mop Up Round Process
- Notification Release: DME Tamil Nadu announces the schedule and seat availability.
- Fresh Registration & Fee Payment: Candidates who haven’t registered earlier may get a final chance.
- Choice Filling & Locking: Students select colleges from available options.
- Seat Allotment: Based on merit, preference, and category, seats are allotted.
- Reporting to the College: Selected candidates must report to the allotted college within the given deadline.
- Stray Vacancy Round (if required): Any leftover seats are filled through a final stray vacancy round.
Important Points for Candidates
- Once a seat is allotted in the Mop Up Round, no further upgradation or withdrawal is allowed.
- Candidates who fail to report to the allotted college within the given timeframe will lose their seats.
- Fresh choice filling is mandatory even if a candidate has participated in earlier rounds.
Conclusion
The NEET UG Tamil Nadu Mop Up Round is a crucial opportunity for candidates who have not yet secured admission. Staying updated with official notifications and actively participating in the counselling process can increase the chances of getting a medical or dental seat in Tamil Nadu for the 2025 session.