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Bihar NEET cutoff overview

Bihar has 18 government and 6 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through BCECEB (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board). The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna) reached 7,089 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital, Bihta closed at rank 4,48,421.

All cutoffs on this page are based on NEET All India Rank. Data on this page covers 3 years of counselling records (2023-2025).

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our Bihar counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna	4,967	6,255	7,089	→ Stable
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna	6,924	7,821	9,583	↓ Declining
Nalanda Medical College & Hospital, Patna	8,603	10,177	11,040	→ Stable

Cutoffs by reservation category

The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 counselling data, for reference by 2026 aspirants).

College	Type	OPEN	BC	EBC	SC	ST
Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna	Government	7,089	6,428	8,251	66,881	74,474
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna	Government	9,583	9,986	9,810	98,431	–
Government Medical College, Bettiah	Government	4	27,138	27,966	1,60,733	1,44,964

How cutoffs change across rounds

Bihar counselling typically runs 3 rounds (R1, R2 and R3). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna had an R1 cutoff of 4,967 that moved to 7,089 by R3, a shift of about 2,122 ranks.

Later rounds fill seats vacated by candidates who accepted offers elsewhere. If you narrowly missed a college in R1, the final round may still work in your favour. Track round-by-round changes in the Cutoff Analyzer.

Year-over-year trends

College	2023	2024	2025	Trend
Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna	6,846	6,987	7,089	→ Stable
Bihar Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Pawapuri	18,017	16,145	19,226	→ Stable
Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital, Bihta	9,42,354	7,73,163	4,48,421	↑ Improving

Across 2023-2025, 9 out of 23 colleges moved toward tighter (lower rank numbers) cutoffs. This typically means higher competition for those seats, driven by increased applicants or fewer available seats.

Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna moved from rank 6,846 in 2023 to 7,089 in 2025 (the cutoff rank rose by 243).

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Use the College Predictor to see which colleges match your rank and category. Then use the Choice Filler to build an optimised preference list you can submit during counselling.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our Bihar category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest rank to get a government MBBS seat in Bihar?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 7,21,313. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

Are these Bihar cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as NEET All India Rank. BCECEB (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board) uses NEET All India Rank for seat allotment. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Bihar?

Bihar has 18 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Bihar medical colleges page.

Do Bihar MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Bihar runs 3 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.

Haryana NEET cutoff overview

Haryana has 9 government and 6 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through DMER Haryana. The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (ESIC Medical College, NIT, Faridabad) reached 9,139 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, World College Of Medical Sciences And Research, Jhajjar closed at rank 4,72,667.

All cutoffs on this page are based on NEET All India Rank. Data on this page covers 3 years of counselling records (2023-2025).

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our Haryana counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
ESIC Medical College, NIT, Faridabad	4,965	6,479	9,139	↓ Declining
Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma PGIMS, Rohtak	6,137	7,396	8,821	↑ Improving
Kalpana Chawla Govt. Medical College, Karnal	7,524	9,139	11,505	→ Stable

Cutoffs by reservation category

The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 counselling data, for reference by 2026 aspirants).

College	Type	OPEN	BCA	BCB	SC	EWS
ESIC Medical College, NIT, Faridabad	Government	9,139	13,134	9,284	–	–
Kalpana Chawla Govt. Medical College, Karnal	Government	11,505	15,809	14,112	–	–
Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma PGIMS, Rohtak	Government	8,821	13,317	9,684	–	–

How cutoffs change across rounds

Haryana counselling typically runs 3 rounds (R1, R2 and R3). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, ESIC Medical College, NIT, Faridabad had an R1 cutoff of 4,965 that moved to 9,139 by R3, a shift of about 4,174 ranks.

Later rounds fill seats vacated by candidates who accepted offers elsewhere. If you narrowly missed a college in R1, the final round may still work in your favour. Track round-by-round changes in the Cutoff Analyzer.

Year-over-year trends

College	2023	2024	2025	Trend
ESIC Medical College, NIT, Faridabad	7,480	6,466	9,139	↓ Declining
Sh. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Medical College, Chhainsa, Faridabad	16,884	16,993	21,317	↓ Declining
World College Of Medical Sciences And Research, Jhajjar	7,05,888	5,51,240	4,72,667	↑ Improving

Across 2023-2025, 6 out of 14 colleges moved toward tighter (lower rank numbers) cutoffs. This typically means higher competition for those seats, driven by increased applicants or fewer available seats.

ESIC Medical College, NIT, Faridabad moved from rank 7,480 in 2023 to 9,139 in 2025 (the cutoff rank rose by 1,659).

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Use the College Predictor to see which colleges match your rank and category. Then use the Choice Filler to build an optimised preference list you can submit during counselling.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our Haryana category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest rank to get a government MBBS seat in Haryana?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 5,76,598. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

Are these Haryana cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as NEET All India Rank. DMER Haryana uses NEET All India Rank for seat allotment. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Haryana?

Haryana has 9 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Haryana medical colleges page.

Do Haryana MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Haryana runs 3 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.

Tamil Nadu NEET cutoff overview

Tamil Nadu has 37 government and 27 private medical colleges in the state counselling process managed by Selection Committee (TN Health and Family Welfare).

The 2025 cutoff data for Tamil Nadu is preliminary. Rank-level cutoffs have not been published yet. This page will be updated with college-wise closing ranks once final allotment data becomes available.

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our Tamil Nadu counselling guide.

Year-over-year trends

Year-over-year trend data for Tamil Nadu will be available once detailed cutoff ranks are published for at least two counselling cycles.

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Use the College Predictor to see which colleges match your rank and category. Then use the Choice Filler to build an optimised preference list you can submit during counselling.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our Tamil Nadu category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

Are these Tamil Nadu cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as Tamil Nadu state merit rank. Tamil Nadu uses its own state merit list for counselling. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu has 37 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Tamil Nadu medical colleges page.

Do Tamil Nadu MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Tamil Nadu runs 3 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.

All India Quota NEET cutoff overview

All India Quota has 293 government and 48 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee). The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (AIIMS, New Delhi) reached 48 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, Jawahar Lal Nehru Medical College closed at rank 1,96,759. Among private colleges, University College of Medical Sciences had the tightest cutoff at rank 559.

All cutoffs on this page are based on NEET All India Rank. Data on this page covers 3 years of counselling records (2023-2025).

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our All India Quota counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
JIPMER Puducherry	258	260	–	→ Stable
AIIMS, Jodhpur	392	392	–	↑ Improving
AIIMS-Bhopal	531	634	–	→ Stable

Private college cutoffs

Private colleges generally have higher closing ranks (less competitive). The top 3 private colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences	7,361	10,724	11,173	→ Stable
MG Institute of Medical Sciences	9,917	14,845	16,752	↓ Declining
Symbiosis Medical College for Women Pune	47,592	50,473	50,473	↑ Improving

Cutoffs by reservation category

The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 counselling data, for reference by 2026 aspirants).

College	Type	OPEN	OBC	SC	ST	EWS
AIIMS, New Delhi	Government	9,332	207	644	1,405	254
Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital New Delhi	Government	–	6,61,920	54,765	1,16,381	8,17,768
University College of Medical Sciences	Deemed	5,87,052	2,06,206	–	1,68,409	10,130

How cutoffs change across rounds

All India Quota counselling typically runs 3 rounds (R1, R2 and R3). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, JIPMER Puducherry had an R1 cutoff of 258 that moved to 260 by R2, a shift of about 2 ranks.

Later rounds fill seats vacated by candidates who accepted offers elsewhere. If you narrowly missed a college in R1, the final round may still work in your favour. Track round-by-round changes in the Cutoff Analyzer.

Year-over-year trends

College	2023	2024	2025	Trend
AIIMS, New Delhi	57	47	48	↑ Improving
Sri Jagannath Medical College & Hospital	16,074	18,497	16,666	→ Stable
Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital	12,18,682	11,03,028	8,54,232	↑ Improving

Across 2023-2025, 237 out of 410 colleges saw more relaxed (higher rank numbers) cutoffs. New seat additions and changes in candidate preferences can both push cutoffs upward.

AIIMS, New Delhi moved from rank 57 in 2023 to 48 in 2025 (the cutoff rank dropped by 9).

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Use the College Predictor to see which colleges match your rank and category. Then use the Choice Filler to build an optimised preference list you can submit during counselling.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our All India Quota category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest rank to get a government MBBS seat in All India Quota?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 10,31,573. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

Are these All India Quota cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as NEET All India Rank. MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) uses NEET All India Rank for seat allotment. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in All India Quota?

All India Quota has 293 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our All India Quota medical colleges page.

Do All India Quota MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. All India Quota runs 3 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

What are the private medical college cutoffs in All India Quota?

The most competitive private college in All India Quota closed at rank 503 (OPEN, 2025). The least competitive closed around 13,02,703. Use the Cutoff Analyzer to filter by private colleges only.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.

Karnataka NEET cutoff overview

Karnataka has 24 government and 36 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority). The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru (Bangalore)) reached 13,602 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, Farookh Academy of Medical Education Hospital and Research Institute closed at rank 1,22,959. Among private colleges, St. Johns Medical College, Bengaluru (Bangalore) had the tightest cutoff at rank 68,001.

All cutoffs on this page are based on NEET All India Rank. Data on this page covers 3 years of counselling records (2023-2025).

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our Karnataka counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	13,602	13,602	13,602	→ Stable
Mysore Medical College and Research Institute, Mysuru (Mysore)	25,844	25,844	25,844	↑ Improving
Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute, Hubballi	23,043	23,043	–	↑ Improving

Private college cutoffs

Private colleges generally have higher closing ranks (less competitive). The top 3 private colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
St. Johns Medical College, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	37,718	68,001	–	↑ Improving
Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	85,416	1,01,862	–	→ Stable
JJM Medical College, Davangere	99,180	1,05,068	1,05,068	→ Stable

Cutoffs by reservation category

The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 counselling data, for reference by 2026 aspirants).

College	Type	OPEN	OBC-2A	OBC-2B	OBC-3A	OBC-3B
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	Government	13,602	16,222	52,528	6,883	15,431
Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute, Hubballi	Government	23,043	30,092	32,104	21,674	21,691
St. Johns Medical College, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	Private	68,001	–	–	–	–

How cutoffs change across rounds

Karnataka counselling typically runs 4 rounds (R1, R2, R3 and MOP). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru (Bangalore) tightened from 13,602 in R1 to 13,602 by R3.

Later rounds fill seats vacated by candidates who accepted offers elsewhere. If you narrowly missed a college in R1, the final round may still work in your favour. Track round-by-round changes in the Cutoff Analyzer.

Year-over-year trends

College	2023	2024	2025	Trend
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	14,759	49,799	13,602	→ Stable
JJM Medical College, Davangere	86,256	79,417	86,071	→ Stable
St. Johns Medical College, Bengaluru (Bangalore)	81,419	79,291	68,001	↑ Improving

Across 2023-2025, 36 out of 101 colleges saw more relaxed (higher rank numbers) cutoffs. New seat additions and changes in candidate preferences can both push cutoffs upward.

Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru (Bangalore) moved from rank 14,759 in 2023 to 13,602 in 2025 (the cutoff rank dropped by 1,157).

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Use the College Predictor to see which colleges match your rank and category. Then use the Choice Filler to build an optimised preference list you can submit during counselling.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our Karnataka category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest rank to get a government MBBS seat in Karnataka?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 1,22,959. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

Are these Karnataka cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as NEET All India Rank. KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) uses NEET All India Rank for seat allotment. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Karnataka?

Karnataka has 24 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Karnataka medical colleges page.

Do Karnataka MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Karnataka runs 4 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

What are the private medical college cutoffs in Karnataka?

The most competitive private college in Karnataka closed at rank 76,237 (OPEN, 2025). The least competitive closed around 8,77,201. Use the Cutoff Analyzer to filter by private colleges only.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.

Maharashtra NEET cutoff overview

Maharashtra has 41 government and 24 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through CET Cell (Maharashtra). The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (Seth GS Medical College, and KEM Hospital, Mumbai) reached 2,571 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, Government Medical College, Gadchiroli closed at rank 47,550. Among private colleges, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, Wardha had the tightest cutoff at rank 20,956.

All cutoffs on this page are based on NEET All India Rank. Data on this page covers 3 years of counselling records (2023-2025).

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our Maharashtra counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
Seth GS Medical College, and KEM Hospital, Mumbai	905	2,430	2,571	↑ Improving
B. J. Government Medical College, Pune	3,115	7,370	8,634	↓ Declining
Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Sion, Mumbai	2,954	4,932	6,033	↑ Improving

Private college cutoffs

Private colleges generally have higher closing ranks (less competitive). The top 3 private colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College	R1 (2025)	R2 (2025)	R3 (2025)	2023-2025 trend
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, Wardha	16,882	20,956	20,956	↑ Improving
KJ Somaiyya Medical College & Research Centre, Mumbai	33,910	37,943	38,067	→ Stable
Bharatratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical College, Pune	39,248	43,805	43,805	→ Stable

Cutoffs by reservation category

The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 counselling data, for reference by 2026 aspirants).

College	Type	OPEN	OBC	SC	ST	EWS
Seth GS Medical College, and KEM Hospital, Mumbai	Government	2,571	5,246	61,055	1,46,330	8,500
Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Sion, Mumbai	Government	6,033	16,151	85,161	2,40,739	24,257
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, Wardha	Private	20,956	31,190	1,43,023	3,31,335	48,074

How cutoffs change across rounds

Maharashtra counselling typically runs 3 rounds (R1, R2 and R3). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, Seth GS Medical College, and KEM Hospital, Mumbai had an R1 cutoff of 905 that moved to 2,571 by R3, a shift of about 1,666 ranks.

Later rounds fill seats vacated by candidates who accepted offers elsewhere. If you narrowly missed a college in R1, the final round may still work in your favour. Track round-by-round changes in the Cutoff Analyzer.

Year-over-year trends

College	2023	2024	2025	Trend
Seth GS Medical College, and KEM Hospital, Mumbai	3,331	3,689	2,571	↑ Improving
Government Medical College, Parbhani	38,162	36,864	40,382	→ Stable
Vedantaa Institute of Medical Sciences, Palghar, Maharashtra	1,54,117	1,15,970	1,33,806	↑ Improving

Across 2023-2025, 16 out of 63 colleges moved toward tighter (lower rank numbers) cutoffs. This typically means higher competition for those seats, driven by increased applicants or fewer available seats.

Seth GS Medical College, and KEM Hospital, Mumbai moved from rank 3,331 in 2023 to 2,571 in 2025 (the cutoff rank dropped by 760).

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Use the College Predictor to see which colleges match your rank and category. Then use the Choice Filler to build an optimised preference list you can submit during counselling.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our Maharashtra category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest rank to get a government MBBS seat in Maharashtra?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 45,480. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

Are these Maharashtra cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as NEET All India Rank. CET Cell (Maharashtra) uses NEET All India Rank for seat allotment. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Maharashtra?

Maharashtra has 41 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Maharashtra medical colleges page.

Do Maharashtra MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Maharashtra runs 3 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

What are the private medical college cutoffs in Maharashtra?

The most competitive private college in Maharashtra closed at rank 21,844 (OPEN, 2025). The least competitive closed around 1,34,631. Use the Cutoff Analyzer to filter by private colleges only.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.

Deemed universities in NEET counselling: fees, quotas, and what to expect

Deemed universities are the largest single block of seats in MCC NEET UG counselling, with 13,939 seats across 88 institutions in the 2025 cycle. All deemed university admissions happen exclusively through MCC; no state counselling authority fills these seats. If you are considering a deemed university MBBS seat, this guide covers the fee structure, quota types, how admissions work, and how to evaluate whether a deemed university is the right choice for your situation.

What deemed universities are

A “deemed university” is an institution that has been granted deemed-to-be-university status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. In the medical context, these are privately operated institutions that run their own MBBS and BDS programmes. Before 2019, many deemed universities conducted their own admission tests. Since 2019, all deemed university MBBS admissions happen through NEET and MCC counselling.

The 88 deemed medical institutions in MCC’s 2025 seat matrix include some well-known names (Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Kasturba Medical College, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, SRM Medical College) alongside smaller and newer institutions. Quality, infrastructure, clinical exposure, and reputation vary widely across the 88 institutions.

Fee structure

This is where deemed universities differ most from government colleges. Annual tuition fees for deemed university MBBS programmes in the 2025 cycle ranged from approximately Rs 10 lakh (Symbiosis Medical College, Pune) to Rs 30.5 lakh (Sree Balaji Medical College, Chennai).

Over a 4.5-year MBBS programme (plus internship), the total cost at most deemed universities falls between Rs 50 lakh and Rs 1.5 crore. Over 32 deemed colleges in the 2025 cycle charged more than Rs 1 crore for the full course. In 2025, 36 deemed colleges increased their fees from the previous year.

Over 32 deemed colleges charge more than Rs 1 crore for the full MBBS course. The cost gap between the cheapest deemed (Rs 50 lakh at Symbiosis) and the most expensive (Rs 1.5 crore at Sree Balaji) is threefold. Factor fees heavily into your preference ordering.

Compare this to government colleges, where the entire MBBS programme costs between Rs 70,000 (Tamil Nadu) and Rs 15 lakh (Delhi).

The higher fees fund the infrastructure, faculty salaries, and hospital operations that would otherwise be subsidised by the state. Whether this represents good value depends on the specific institution’s clinical facilities, teaching quality, and your financial situation.

No reservation at deemed universities

The central government reservation policy (SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwD 5%) does not apply at deemed universities. This is a frequently misunderstood point. Deemed university seats are filled on NEET merit, with no category-based reservation.

No SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD reservation applies at deemed universities. Your reserved category from state or central lists gives you no advantage here. All candidates compete equally on NEET rank.

What deemed universities do have are separate quotas:

Quota type	Code in MCC	Who is eligible
General / Paid	(no code; default)	All NEET-qualified candidates, ranked by merit
NRI	NRI	NRI candidates or children of NRIs. Higher fees than General.
Jain Minority	JMQ	Jain candidates at Jain minority deemed institutions
Muslim Minority	MMQ	Muslim candidates at Muslim minority deemed institutions

Not all 88 deemed institutions have NRI or minority quotas. The MCC seat matrix specifies which quota types are available at each institution. General/Paid seats are the majority and are open to all candidates.

For reserved-category candidates, this means your SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS status gives you no advantage at deemed universities. Your category helps you at government AIQ seats, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, and central universities, but at deemed universities, everyone competes equally on NEET rank.

The security deposit

MCC charges a security deposit of Rs 2,00,000 for candidates who register for deemed university seats. This is 20 times the Rs 10,000 deposit for government AIQ seats. The deposit is refundable if you are not allotted a seat or if you take the free exit in Round 1. From Round 2 onward, non-joining forfeits the deposit.

The Rs 2,00,000 deemed university security deposit is 20 times the government AIQ deposit. This amount is at risk from Round 2 onward if you do not join your allotted seat. Factor this into your financial planning before registering for deemed seats.

The registration fee for deemed university seats is Rs 5,000 (non-refundable). If you register for both government AIQ and deemed seats, you pay the higher total of Rs 2,05,000 (Rs 5,000 registration + Rs 2,00,000 deposit).

Closing ranks at deemed universities

Because deemed universities have more seats and higher fees, their closing ranks are generally higher (less competitive) than government colleges. The range in 2025:

Most competitive deemed universities (OPEN, General seat, Round 1): Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Kasturba Medical College Mangalore, Sri Ramachandra Medical College Chennai, and SRM Medical College Chennai typically close between AIR 10,000 and 30,000.

Mid-range: Institutions like Saveetha Medical College (Chennai), Amrita School of Medicine (Kochi), and DY Patil Medical College (Pune, Navi Mumbai) close between AIR 30,000 and 80,000.

Wider closing ranks: Newer or less-known deemed institutions can close above AIR 1,00,000, sometimes filling seats in Round 3 or the stray vacancy round.

Our AIQ cutoff analyzer shows exact closing ranks for every deemed university across 2023-2025, by seat type (General, NRI, JMQ, MMQ) and round.

Check closing ranks for your target deemed universities across all three years and all seat types on our cutoff analyzer. NRI and minority quota cutoffs differ significantly from General/Paid seats.

How to evaluate a deemed university

With 88 institutions at widely varying price points, choosing a deemed university requires more research than choosing a government college (where the decision is largely rank-driven). Factors to weigh:

Hospital bed count and patient volume. Clinical exposure during MBBS depends directly on the attached hospital. A deemed university with a 1,500-bed teaching hospital in a major city offers different exposure than one with a 300-bed hospital in a smaller town. The MCC seat matrix does not list hospital details; check each college’s website or NMC profile.

NMC inspection status. NMC inspects medical colleges periodically. Colleges with conditional approval, reduced intake, or pending inspection outcomes carry risk. Our college pages show NMC data where available.

Fee relative to peers. If two deemed universities have similar reputation and facilities but one charges Rs 15 lakh per year and the other Rs 25 lakh, the difference over 4.5 years is Rs 45 lakh. Make sure the premium is justified.

Hospital bed count and patient volume matter more than institutional name. A deemed university with a 1,500-bed teaching hospital in a major city offers fundamentally different clinical training than one with a 300-bed facility in a smaller town.

Location. A deemed university in Chennai, Pune, or Bangalore gives you access to a larger medical ecosystem (more hospitals for elective rotations, more PG preparation resources) compared to a remote location. This is not a quality judgment on the institution itself, but a practical consideration for your five years there.

Deemed universities and the stray vacancy round

Deemed universities are the primary source of seats in MCC’s stray vacancy round. Because some candidates opt for government colleges or state counselling seats instead, deemed university seats can remain unfilled through Round 3. If you are considering participating in the stray vacancy round, your options will be predominantly deemed universities.

The stray round has stricter rules: joining is compulsory, there is no Float option (Freeze only), and non-joining results in deposit forfeiture plus potential debarment. Only list deemed universities in the stray round if you are certain you would attend and can afford the fees.

FAQ

Are deemed university degrees recognized the same as government college degrees?

Yes. An MBBS degree from any NMC-recognized medical college (government or deemed) is equally valid for licensing (NEXT/NMC registration), PG entrance exams, and medical practice. The degree certificate is the same; the institution type does not affect recognition, provided the college has current NMC approval.

Can I get a scholarship or fee reduction at a deemed university?

Some deemed universities offer merit-based fee concessions for top rankers. These are institution-specific and not standardised through MCC. Check individual university websites for scholarship policies. Government financial aid schemes (like state-level post-matric scholarships for reserved categories) may also apply at deemed universities, but coverage varies by state.

What happens if a deemed university loses NMC recognition after I join?

If NMC derecognizes a college or reduces its intake, students already enrolled are generally allowed to complete their course. New admissions may be stopped. The Supreme Court has historically protected existing students in such situations. However, studying at an institution under regulatory scrutiny can affect your experience and morale.

Is there any reservation at deemed universities?

No. SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD reservation does not apply. All candidates compete on NEET merit for General/Paid seats. NRI and minority quotas (Jain, Muslim) at select institutions are separate from reservation and have their own eligibility criteria.

Should I take a deemed university seat or wait and retake NEET?

This depends on your rank, financial situation, and risk tolerance. If your rank can get you a decent deemed university (one with good hospital facilities and a track record) and you can afford the fees, joining now gives you a one-year head start. Retaking NEET means another year of preparation with no guarantee of a better rank. There is no universal right answer; evaluate it against your specific circumstances.

Government medical colleges under All India Quota

Government medical college seats through the All India Quota are the most competitive seats in MCC NEET UG counselling. Low tuition fees (set by state governments, not the college), central reservation, and no domicile restriction make these 8,159 MBBS seats the primary target for most candidates. This guide covers how government AIQ seats work, the fee structure, what the competition looks like, and how to identify realistic targets for your rank.

How the 15% AIQ pool is formed

Every government and corporation medical college in India surrenders 15% of its total sanctioned MBBS (and BDS) intake to the All India Quota. MCC fills these seats through central counselling.

The math for a specific college: if a government medical college has 250 sanctioned MBBS seats, 37 or 38 go to AIQ (15% of 250 = 37.5, rounded) and the remaining 212-213 stay with the state. For a 100-seat college, 15 go to AIQ. For a 150-seat college, 22 or 23.

Private unaided colleges do not contribute to this pool. Their 15% institutional quota is a separate concept managed by the state or the institution, not by MCC.

In the 2025 cycle, the AIQ government pool had 8,159 MBBS seats and 492 BDS seats, totalling 8,651 seats across government colleges from every state.

Fee structure

This is the primary advantage of government AIQ seats. Tuition fees at government medical colleges are set by the respective state government or its fee regulatory authority. AIQ students pay the same fees as state quota students at the same institution.

The range across states is wide:

State	Approximate annual fee (government MBBS)
Tamil Nadu	Rs 13,610
Andhra Pradesh	Rs 26,500
Karnataka	Rs 36,070
Kerala	Rs 33,500 – Rs 53,865
Maharashtra	Rs 1,52,100 + Rs 5,000 development fee
Delhi (MAMC, LHMC, UCMS)	Rs 2,60,000

These are approximate ranges from publicly available fee data. Exact amounts may change each year. Additional fees (hostel, library, gymkhana) add Rs 5,000-20,000 per year depending on the institution. The total five-year cost at a government medical college through AIQ ranges from roughly Rs 70,000 (Tamil Nadu) to Rs 15 lakh (Delhi).

Compare this to deemed universities, where five-year costs routinely exceed Rs 50 lakh and can reach Rs 1.5 crore. The fee difference is why government AIQ seats are so competitive.

The cost gap is staggering: a full MBBS at a government college through AIQ costs Rs 70,000 to Rs 15 lakh, versus Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore at a deemed university. This fee differential drives the intense competition for government AIQ seats.

Reservation at government AIQ seats

Central government reservation applies to all government AIQ seats:

Category	Reservation	Approx. MBBS seats (of 8,159)
Open / UR	40.5%	~3,304
OBC-NCL	27%	~2,203
SC	15%	~1,224
EWS	10%	~816
ST	7.5%	~612

PwD (5% horizontal) applies across all categories. State-level categories (Maharashtra’s VJ, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, SEBC; Karnataka’s 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, Category 1) do not apply to AIQ seats. Only the central government SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS classification is used.

State-level categories (VJ, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, SEBC in Maharashtra; 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B in Karnataka) do not apply to AIQ seats. Only central government SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS classification matters at MCC counselling.

Competition: what the closing ranks look like

Government AIQ is the most competitive segment of MCC counselling. Based on our 2023-2025 data across 112 government colleges in the AIQ pool:

Top-tier (closing AIR under 1,000, OPEN category): AIIMS New Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry, MAMC Delhi, LHMC Delhi, VMMC Delhi, UCMS Delhi, and a handful of other established institutions. These are accessible only to the top 0.1% of NEET candidates.

Upper-tier (closing AIR 1,000-10,000, OPEN): Established government colleges in major cities. Grant Medical College Mumbai, BJ Medical College Pune, Seth GS/KEM Mumbai, Bangalore Medical College, and similar institutions across metro cities.

Mid-tier (closing AIR 10,000-50,000, OPEN): Government colleges in state capitals and large cities. GMC Nagpur, Osmania Medical College Hyderabad, Stanley Medical College Chennai, and comparable institutions.

Lower-tier (closing AIR 50,000+, OPEN): Newer government colleges, colleges in smaller cities, and institutions in states with less demand. Some government AIQ seats close above AIR 1,00,000 in Round 3.

Reserved category closing ranks are higher (meaning more seats are accessible): OBC-NCL seats typically close 30-50% higher than OPEN; SC and ST seats close even higher. Use our AIQ cutoff analyzer to check exact numbers for any college-category-year combination.

State-wise distribution

Every state contributes 15% of its government college seats. States with more government medical colleges contribute more AIQ seats. Some examples from the 2025 data:

• Tamil Nadu: Among the largest contributors, with multiple government colleges (including Madras Medical College, Stanley Medical College, Thanjavur Medical College) each contributing 15%.
• Maharashtra: 41 government and corporation colleges (5,850 state-level seats). 15% of those go to AIQ.
• Karnataka: Multiple government colleges including BMCRI Bangalore, Mysore Medical College, and newer institutions.
• Uttar Pradesh: Large state with many government colleges; significant AIQ contribution.
• Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat: Growing number of government colleges as NMC approves new institutions.

The geographic diversity means AIQ gives you access to government colleges in states you might not have considered. A candidate from Delhi can get a government seat in Kerala, and a candidate from Tamil Nadu can get one in Rajasthan. The only criterion is NEET rank and preference order.

AIQ opens government college seats in states you might not have considered. A smaller-city government college at Rs 15,000-50,000 per year is often a better financial choice than a deemed university at Rs 15-25 lakh per year, even if the location is less glamorous.

What happens to unfilled government AIQ seats

If government AIQ seats remain unfilled after MCC completes Round 3 and the stray vacancy round, they revert to the respective state government. The state then fills these reverted seats through its own stray vacancy or mop-up process. Per a Supreme Court direction from July 2022, reversion cannot happen before MCC finishes all its rounds.

Unfilled government AIQ seats are relatively rare at popular colleges but can occur at newer or less popular institutions. For the candidate, this means some government college seats that were not available during MCC counselling may appear in state-level stray rounds later.

Strategy for targeting government AIQ seats

Use three years of cutoff data. Our database covers 2023, 2024, and 2025. A single year can be an outlier. Look at the three-year range for your target colleges. If a college’s OPEN closing rank was 15,000 in 2023, 18,000 in 2024, and 14,000 in 2025, your realistic range is 14,000-18,000.

Never rely on a single year’s cutoff data. Use three years of closing ranks to establish a realistic range. Cutoffs can shift by thousands of ranks year to year based on the candidate pool and seat availability.

Check all three rounds. Closing ranks typically loosen (get higher) from Round 1 to Round 3. If your rank barely misses a college in Round 1, it may be within range in Round 2 or 3. Our cutoff analyzer shows round-wise data.

Don’t overlook smaller cities. A government MBBS seat at GMC Srinagar or GMC Agartala is still a government medical education with the same degree recognition. The fee is similar; the clinical exposure depends on the hospital’s patient load, which can be high even at less “famous” institutions.

Combine with our predictor. Our college predictor classifies colleges as safe, target, or reach for your rank. Start there to build your initial preference list, then fine-tune using the cutoff analyzer.

Use our college predictor to build your initial list of safe, target, and reach government colleges, then verify with the cutoff analyzer. Check round-wise trends: a college out of reach in Round 1 may be within range in Round 2 or 3.

FAQ

Do I pay the same fee as a local student at a government AIQ seat?

Yes. Government college fees are set by the state, and AIQ students pay the same as state quota students. There is no out-of-state surcharge for AIQ. Minor exceptions exist in a few states where AIQ fees differ slightly (for example, some Kerala government colleges), but the general rule is parity.

Can I get a hostel at a government college through AIQ?

Hostel availability depends on the college. Most government colleges provide hostel accommodation, but it is not guaranteed, especially at colleges with limited infrastructure. Check the college’s website or the MCC seat matrix notes for hostel details.

How do I know which government colleges are in the AIQ pool?

All government and corporation medical colleges in India are in the AIQ pool. The specific list for each year is in the MCC seat matrix, published on mcc.nic.in before choice filling. Our colleges page filters by government management type.

Is AIQ the only way to get a government seat in another state?

For most states, yes. State counselling is restricted to domicile holders at government colleges. AIQ is the only route to a government seat in a state where you do not have domicile. One exception: Karnataka is an open state for private college seats through KEA, but even there, government seats are domicile-restricted outside of AIQ.

Are newer government colleges worth considering?

Newer colleges may have less infrastructure and smaller hospitals. But they are still government colleges with government fees and recognized degrees. As they mature (typically 3-5 years), their hospitals grow and clinical exposure improves. If your rank does not reach an established college, a newer government college at Rs 15,000-50,000 per year is often a better financial option than a deemed university at Rs 15-25 lakh per year.