Chhattisgarh MBBS cutoffs 2026: college-wise closing ranks

Chhattisgarh NEET cutoff overview

Chhattisgarh has 15 government and 6 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through DMER Chhattisgarh / CG VYAPAM. The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur) reached 24,483 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, Government Medical College, Kanker closed at rank 86,312. Among private colleges, Shri Balaji Institute of Medical Science, Raipur had the tightest cutoff at rank 93,264.

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 Chhattisgarh counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

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

College R1 (2025) R2 (2025) MOP (2025) 2023-2025 trend
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur 20,160 24,483
Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur 30,944 37,202
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Government Medical College, Rajnandgaon 40,645 46,950

The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 15 government colleges, filter by category, and track year-over-year trends.

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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, MOP values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

College R1 (2025) R2 (2025) MOP (2025) 2023-2025 trend
Shri Balaji Institute of Medical Science, Raipur 1,22,756 1,57,427 93,264
Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai 1,58,194 2,42,829 3,45,707
Raipur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur 1,79,634 2,93,526 3,87,036

The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 6 private colleges, filter by category, and track year-over-year trends.

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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
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur Government 24,483 29,638 1,20,321 13,07,507 68,458
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Government Medical College, Rajnandgaon Government 46,950 47,010 2,21,312 3,61,671 1,00,939
Shri Balaji Institute of Medical Science, Raipur Private 93,264 1,95,163 7,01,762 13,12,085

The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 21 colleges across every reservation category.

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How cutoffs change across rounds

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

For example, Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur had an R1 cutoff of 20,160 that moved to 24,483 by R2, a shift of about 4,323 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

Chhattisgarh cutoff data on this page covers 2025 only. Year-over-year trends will become available once 2026 data is published.

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 Chhattisgarh 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 Chhattisgarh?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 86,312. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

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

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

How many government medical colleges are in Chhattisgarh?

Chhattisgarh has 15 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Chhattisgarh medical colleges page.

Do Chhattisgarh MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Chhattisgarh 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 Chhattisgarh?

The most competitive private college in Chhattisgarh closed at rank 1,57,427 (OPEN, 2025). The least competitive closed around 5,02,342. 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.