According to the data shown, the Round 1 cut-off details are based on the position as on August 27, 2026. The list covers seven major community categories—OC, BC, BCM, MBC & DNC, SC, SCA and ST—and records the marks and general rank associated with the last allotted Government MBBS college under each category.

The figures reveal that the highest marks and strongest closing rank among the categories displayed were recorded for the OC category, while the ST category had the lowest marks among the listed categories. However, candidates must remember that admission cut-offs can vary depending on factors such as the number of available seats, category-wise reservation, candidate preferences, counselling rules, college choices and vacancies in subsequent rounds.

Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2026 Round 1: Community-Wise Cut-Off Details

OC Category: 577 Marks and General Rank 1,369

For candidates belonging to the OC category, the Round 1 data shows a cut-off level of 577 marks with a general rank of 1,369. The last allotted institution displayed for this category is Government Villupuram Medical College, Villupuram.

This category recorded the highest score among all the communities featured in the data, underlining the highly competitive nature of Government MBBS admissions at this level.

BC Category: 536 Marks and General Rank 3,392

In the BC category, the marks shown are 536, corresponding to a general rank of 3,392. The last allotted college listed is Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.

The data indicates a difference of 41 marks between the OC and BC figures shown in the Round 1 cut-off comparison.

BCM Category: 523 Marks and General Rank 4,313

For the BCM category, the Round 1 closing data highlights 523 marks and a general rank of 4,313. The last allotted college shown is Government Nagapattinam Medical College Hospital.

The BCM category therefore reflects a lower score and a higher general rank number than the BC category in the displayed Round 1 data.

MBC & DNC Category: 526 Marks and General Rank 4,053

Candidates under the MBC & DNC category recorded a cut-off figure of 526 marks, with a general rank of 4,053. The last allotted college mentioned is Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.

Interestingly, the MBC & DNC cut-off marks shown are slightly higher than those for the BCM category, with a corresponding improvement in the general rank.

SC Category: 472 Marks and General Rank 9,036

For the SC category, the Round 1 details indicate 472 marks and a general rank of 9,036. The last allotted institution shown in the data is Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.

The figures demonstrate the category-wise variation in the marks and general rank levels at which Government MBBS seats were allotted during the round.

SCA Category: 436 Marks and General Rank 13,012

The SCA category shows a Round 1 cut-off level of 436 marks and a general rank of 13,012. The last allotted college mentioned is Government Nagapattinam Medical College Hospital.

This was one of the lower closing score levels among the categories included in the Round 1 comparison.

ST Category: 433 Marks and General Rank 13,347

For the ST category, the data records 433 marks and a general rank of 13,347. The last allotted college shown is Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.

Among all the categories displayed in the Round 1 chart, the ST category has the lowest marks figure, while also showing the highest general rank number.

What the Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 1 Data Indicates

The Round 1 comparison provides a useful reference point for students participating in Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling for Government MBBS seats. The displayed data shows a substantial variation in closing marks and general ranks across different community categories.

The range begins at 577 marks for the OC category and extends to 433 marks for the ST category, creating a difference of 144 marks between the highest and lowest score figures shown. Similarly, the general rank figures range from 1,369 for OC to 13,347 for ST.

The colleges appearing as the last allotted institutions in the displayed Round 1 data are:

• Government Villupuram Medical College, Villupuram

• Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris

• Government Nagapattinam Medical College Hospital

Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital appears multiple times in the category-wise data, being listed as the last allotted college for BC, MBC & DNC, SC and ST categories. Government Nagapattinam Medical College Hospital is listed for BCM and SCA, while Government Villupuram Medical College, Villupuram is shown for the OC category.

Candidates Preparing for Round 2 Should Use the Data Carefully

Students preparing for Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2026 Round 2 may use the Round 1 information as a broad reference while planning their college preferences. However, candidates should not treat the figures as a guaranteed prediction of the next round's cut-off.

The closing marks and ranks in later rounds can change depending on seat vacancies, resignations, upgrades, fresh registrations where applicable, category-wise seat availability and the choice-filling preferences of candidates.

Candidates should therefore prepare their college preference lists carefully and keep track of official counselling announcements, seat vacancy details and subsequent allotment schedules. The image also carries the message that “Round 2-ku Prepare Aagunga!”, encouraging aspirants to begin their preparations for the next round, while indicating that admission guidance and safe college suggestions are available.

Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Cut-Off at a Glance

OC: 577 marks, General Rank 1,369, Government Villupuram Medical College, Villupuram.
BC: 536 marks, General Rank 3,392, Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.
BCM: 523 marks, General Rank 4,313, Government Nagapattinam Medical College Hospital.
MBC & DNC: 526 marks, General Rank 4,053, Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.
SC: 472 marks, General Rank 9,036, Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.
SCA: 436 marks, General Rank 13,012, Government Nagapattinam Medical College Hospital.
ST: 433 marks, General Rank 13,347, Government The Nilgiris Medical College Hospital, The Nilgiris.