507 Candidates Absent for NEET in Tamil Nadu's Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and Kanniyakumari
507 candidates absent for NEET across Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Kanniyakumari
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On May 3, 2026, a total of 507 candidates were absent from the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for undergraduate medical programs across 27 centers in Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and Kanniyakumari districts in Tamil Nadu, India. Out of 6,580 students registered, 6,360 appeared for the exam.
- 01507 candidates were absent from NEET in Tamil Nadu.
- 02The exam was conducted across 27 centers in three districts.
- 036,580 students were registered for the exam.
- 046,360 candidates actually appeared for the test.
- 05The NEET is crucial for admission to undergraduate medical programs.
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On May 3, 2026, the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for undergraduate medical programs saw 507 candidates absent across 27 centers in Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and Kanniyakumari districts of Tamil Nadu, India. The exam was held at various locations, including The Muslim Higher Secondary School and St. John’s Higher Secondary School in Tirunelveli. Out of the total 6,580 students registered for the exam, 6,360 candidates attended, indicating a participation rate of approximately 96.67%. The NEET is a significant examination for students aspiring to enter medical colleges across the country.
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The absence of candidates may affect the overall competition and admission dynamics in medical colleges in Tamil Nadu.
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