Health Dept Promotes Free Tele-Counselling Helpline Ahead of NEET Re-Test

Ahead of the 2026-27 NEET re-test on 21 June 2026, the Health Department reminded students and parents they can call the free "Natpudan Ungalodu" tele-counselling helpline (14416 or 104) to receive mental health guidance from trained counsellors and doctors to manage exam-related stress.

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Call the toll-free helpline numbers 14416 or 104 to receive mental health counselling under the Government of Tamil Nadu's "Naduvudan Ungalodu" (With You, By Your Side) scheme.

The NEET re-examination for the academic year 2026-27 will be held on 21.06.2026.

To safeguard the mental strength and well-being of students, the Government of Tamil Nadu continues to provide telephonic mental health counselling through the "Naduvudan Ungalodu" scheme.

Therefore, students and parents are encouraged to contact the helpline numbers 14416 or 104 without hesitation to avail Tele Counselling. This service is provided by trained mental health counsellors and doctors.

Secretary to Government,
Health and Family Welfare Department

Issued By: Director, DIPR, Chennai-9

Issued By: Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Chennai