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Age just a number: Senior citizens crack NEET, apply for medical seats in Tamil Nadu

IndiaTimes Saturday, 12 July 2025 ()
In Tamil Nadu, a surprising trend has emerged as several senior citizens, including lawyers, cleared NEET and applied for MBBS admissions. Officials are now grappling with the implications of older individuals competing for medical seats, particularly under the 7.5% reservation for government school students.
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