What is NEET cutoff for MBBS 2026?

The NEET qualifying cutoff for MBBS 2026 is 50th percentile for General/EWS (approximately 140–150 marks) and 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC (approximately 110–125 marks). For government college admission, much higher scores are needed — typically 600+ for AIQ and 580+ for state quota.

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Category-wise expected qualifying marks and admission cutoffs for MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH government and private college seats — based on historical trends and expert analysis.

Last updated: June 2026

NEET 2026 Expected Qualifying Cutoff

Minimum marks to participate in counselling — estimated based on trends

Expected Qualifying Percentile & Marks — For Eligibility to Participate in Counselling
Category	Qualifying Percentile	Expected Marks Range	Max NEET Score: 720
General / EWS	50th Percentile	140 – 155 marks	Typical range
SC / ST / OBC	40th Percentile	110 – 130 marks	Lower threshold
General – PWBD	45th Percentile	125 – 140 marks	For UR candidates with disability
SC / ST / OBC – PWBD	40th Percentile	110 – 130 marks	For reserved + disabled

Qualifying ≠ Getting a Seat: These marks only make you eligible to participate in counselling. Government college seats require significantly higher scores — typically 580–700+ depending on college type, category, and state.

Expected Admission Cutoff — Government MBBS Seats

Score & rank ranges for actual seat allotment — based on 2024–25 trends

Indicative Cutoff Ranges for Government MBBS (AIQ) — Expert Analysis Based on Last 3 Years
College Type / Category	Expected Score Range	Expected AIR Range	Chance Level
AIIMS (Top) — UR	685 – 720	Top 50–100	🔴 Very High Competition
AIIMS (Other Campuses) — UR	650 – 685	100 – 800	🟠 Very Competitive
Top Govt Medical (AIQ) — UR	625 – 660	1,000 – 5,000	🟡 Competitive
Good Govt Medical (AIQ) — UR	595 – 625	5,000 – 15,000	🟢 Moderate Competition
Lower-ranked Govt (AIQ) — UR	560 – 595	15,000 – 40,000	🟢 Accessible for UR
Govt Medical (AIQ) — OBC	565 – 605	40,000 – 90,000	🟢 OBC Advantage
Govt Medical (AIQ) — SC	530 – 580	60,000 – 1,50,000	🟢 SC Advantage
Govt Medical (AIQ) — ST	490 – 550	80,000 – 2,50,000	🟢 ST Advantage

These are indicative ranges based on 2024–25 MCC Round 1 & Round 2 data trends. Actual 2026 cutoffs will vary based on exam difficulty, total candidates, and seat matrix. Use these as a reference, not as a guarantee.

State Quota Cutoff — General Guidance

State quota cutoffs are typically less competitive than AIQ for the same colleges

Indicative State Quota Government MBBS Cutoff Ranges (General Category, Round 1)
State	Approx Score for Govt MBBS (UR)	Notes
Maharashtra	595 – 640+	Highly competitive; Maharashtra domicile required
Tamil Nadu	580 – 630+	Only Tamil Nadu students eligible for state quota
Karnataka	590 – 630+	KEA conducts counselling; Karnataka domicile needed
Uttar Pradesh	560 – 610+	NEET merit + domicile; more govt seats available
Rajasthan	555 – 605+	State quota relatively accessible for reserved categories
Gujarat	570 – 620+	ACPUGMEC conducts counselling; Gujarat domicile needed
Delhi	605 – 650+	Very competitive; limited seats; Delhi domicile required
Kerala	575 – 625+	CEE Kerala; high competition; Kerala domicile needed

State quota cutoffs are more lenient for state domicile holders than AIQ. If you are a state resident, always participate in state counselling — your effective competition is only other state candidates.

Private & Deemed University Cutoffs

Seat Type	Typical Score Range	Typical AIR Range	Annual Fee
Deemed University — Merit Quota	430 – 580	40,000 – 3,00,000	₹5 – 15 lakhs/yr
Deemed University — NRI Quota	400 – 500	Wider range	USD 30,000–80,000/yr
Private Medical — State Merit	450 – 580	50,000 – 3,00,000	₹3 – 15 lakhs/yr
Private Medical — Management Quota	300 – 500	Very wide	₹10 – 25 lakhs/yr

BDS Expected Cutoff 2026

Indicative BDS Cutoff Ranges (AIQ, Government Dental Colleges)
Category	Expected Score Range	Expected AIR Range
General / UR	500 – 560	40,000 – 1,50,000
OBC-NCL	450 – 520	1,00,000 – 3,00,000
SC	400 – 490	1,50,000 – 5,00,000
ST	380 – 470	2,00,000 – 6,00,000

BDS government college seats have more lenient cutoffs compared to MBBS. Candidates with NEET ranks between 40,000 – 2,00,000 (depending on category) have a realistic chance of getting government BDS seats through AIQ or state counselling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between qualifying cutoff and admission cutoff?

The qualifying cutoff is the minimum score needed to participate in counselling (declared by NTA). The admission cutoff is the actual score/rank at which seats close during allotment — which is much higher and depends on specific college, category, quota, and round. Qualifying the exam does not guarantee a seat.

Will NEET 2026 cutoffs be higher or lower than 2025?

Cutoffs fluctuate each year based on exam difficulty, number of candidates, and seat availability. If the 2026 paper is tougher, cutoffs in raw marks may be lower. If easier, cutoffs rise. Rank-based cutoffs are more predictive — use last year's closing ranks as your benchmark, not raw marks.

Is a score of 600 good enough for MBBS in a government college?

A score of 600+ is competitive for many state quota government MBBS seats, especially for reserved category candidates. For top government colleges and AIIMS, you typically need 650+ (UR) or 600+ (OBC). Check our state-wise admission pages for specific cutoffs.

What is the OBC cutoff for MBBS in AIQ 2025?

In MCC AIQ 2025, OBC closing ranks for government MBBS seats typically ranged from approximately 40,000 to 1,00,000+ depending on the college. Top AIQ government colleges had OBC closing ranks around 50,000–70,000 AIR. These are indicative figures — exact data varies by college and round.

Can I get MBBS with 500 marks in NEET?

With 500 marks in NEET, government MBBS seats (AIQ) are generally not accessible for General category candidates. However, depending on your state, SC/ST/OBC category, and statespecific cutoffs, you may get government MBBS in some states. Private and deemed university MBBS is more accessible at 500 marks.

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Important Disclaimer

This page provides general guidance based on published counselling data and official notifications. Admission procedures, dates, seat counts, and cutoffs may change each year. Always verify the latest information from the official counselling authority website. This is not a guarantee of admission.