- Government OPEN cutoffs range from rank 3,197 to 45,480 across 41 colleges
- Private college cutoffs start around rank 21,844
- 16 colleges show improving (tighter) trends; 13 are declining
- Compare all Maharashtra cutoffs in the Cutoff Analyzer →
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.
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, final round, 2025). Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.
| College | R1 | R2 | R3 | 3-year 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 |
The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 41 government colleges, filter by category, and track year-over-year trends.
Private college cutoffs
Private colleges generally have higher closing ranks (less competitive). The top 3 private colleges by closing rank for 2025:
| College | R1 | R2 | R3 | 3-year 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 |
The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 24 private colleges, filter by category, and track year-over-year trends.
Cutoffs by reservation category
The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 data).
| 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 |
The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 65 colleges across every reservation category.
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, Jalna | – | 38,186 | 39,178 | → Stable |
| Vedantaa Institute of Medical Sciences, Palghar, Maharashtra | 1,54,117 | 1,15,970 | 1,33,806 | ↑ Improving |
The table above shows 3 representative colleges. Compare all 65 colleges and see how cutoffs have shifted over 3 years.
Across 2023-2025, 16 out of 64 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.