NEET Cutoff 2026 — Category Wise (Gen/OBC/SC/ST/EWS)
NEET 2026 expected cutoff marks for General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories. Qualifying cutoff, AIIMS cutoff, state-wise MBBS cutoffs, and previous year.
The NEET 2026 qualifying cutoff for General category is expected at 135–145 marks (50th percentile) out of 720. For actual MBBS admission in government colleges, General category students need 550–650+ marks, while AIIMS Delhi requires 700+. This guide covers qualifying cutoffs, college-wise admission cutoffs, and 5-year trends.
NEET 2026 Expected Qualifying Cutoff
The qualifying cutoff determines whether you are eligible for counselling. It does NOT guarantee admission.
| Category | Percentile Required | Expected Marks 2026 (out of 720) | 2025 Actual | 2024 Actual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50th percentile | 135–145 | 137 | 164 |
| OBC / SC / ST | 40th percentile | 107–115 | 107 | 129 |
| UR-PwD | 45th percentile | 121–130 | 121 | 146 |
| OBC/SC/ST-PwD | 40th percentile | 107–115 | 107 | 129 |
NEET qualifying percentile is fixed by NMC regulations. Actual marks change based on paper difficulty.
NEET Score Required for Different College Types
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| College Type | General (Marks) | OBC (Marks) | SC (Marks) | ST (Marks) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | 700–720 | 690–710 | 620–650 | 580–620 |
| Top Government (MAMC, KGMU, JIPMER) | 670–700 | 650–680 | 580–620 | 540–580 |
| Good Government Colleges (AIQ) | 600–670 | 570–640 | 500–560 | 450–520 |
| State Govt Colleges (State Quota) | 550–630 | 500–580 | 420–500 | 380–450 |
| Deemed Universities | 450–550 | 400–500 | 350–450 | 300–400 |
| Private Medical Colleges | 400–500 | 350–450 | 300–400 | 280–350 |
Cutoffs vary by state and counselling round. Above data is indicative based on 2024–2025 MCC and state counselling data.
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| Score (out of 720) | Approximate AIR | College Prospects (General) |
|---|---|---|
| 700–720 | 1–100 | AIIMS Delhi, MAMC Delhi, KGMU Lucknow |
| 680–700 | 100–500 | Top AIIMS (Jodhpur, Bhopal), JIPMER, top state GMCs |
| 650–680 | 500–3,000 | Good AIIMS, top state GMCs, AFMC Pune |
| 620–650 | 3,000–10,000 | State government medical colleges (AIQ), newer AIIMS |
| 580–620 | 10,000–30,000 | Government colleges in most states, ESI hospitals |
| 550–580 | 30,000–50,000 | Government colleges in some states (state quota), top deemed |
| 500–550 | 50,000–1,00,000 | Deemed universities, some state govt (later rounds) |
| 450–500 | 1,00,000–2,00,000 | Private medical colleges, deemed universities |
| 400–450 | 2,00,000–4,00,000 | Private colleges in select states |
| Below 400 | 4,00,000+ | Limited options — management quota, NRI quota |
State-Wise Government MBBS Cutoff (General Category — Approximate)
| State | Last Round Cutoff (Gen, State Quota) | Total Govt MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 640–680 | ~1,200 |
| Maharashtra | 550–620 | ~5,500 |
| Karnataka | 540–610 | ~4,000 |
| Tamil Nadu | 560–630 | ~5,000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 530–600 | ~5,500 |
| Rajasthan | 520–590 | ~3,000 |
| West Bengal | 530–600 | ~2,500 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 510–580 | ~2,800 |
| Gujarat | 530–600 | ~3,200 |
| Bihar | 500–570 | ~2,000 |
| Andhra Pradesh / Telangana | 520–590 | ~4,500 combined |
| Kerala | 550–620 | ~2,000 |
| NE States (Assam, Manipur, etc.) | 430–520 | ~1,500 combined |
State quota cutoffs based on 2024–2025 counselling data. Cutoffs are for the last round (mop-up). First round cutoffs are 30–50 marks higher. Seat counts are approximate.
Qualifying Cutoff Trends (Last 5 Years)
| Year | General (50th %ile) | OBC/SC/ST (40th %ile) | Total Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 137 | 107 | ~24 lakh |
| 2024 | 164 | 129 | ~24 lakh |
| 2023 | 137 | 107 | ~21 lakh |
| 2022 | 117 | 93 | ~18 lakh |
| 2021 | 138 | 108 | ~16 lakh |
NEET Counselling Process Overview
- AIQ Counselling (MCC): 15% of government seats + all AIIMS + all JIPMER + all central institution seats. Conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (mcc.nic.in).
- State Quota Counselling: 85% of state government seats. Conducted by each state's medical education directorate. Cutoffs vary significantly by state.
- Deemed Universities: Separate counselling. Fees are ₹10–25 lakh/year. Managed by individual universities or through centralized process.
- Private Colleges: State-level counselling for private colleges. Fees range from ₹5–30 lakh/year depending on college and state.
What to Do Based on Your Expected Score
| Your Score | Action Plan |
|---|---|
| 650+ | Register for AIQ counselling (MCC). Apply to top AIIMS. Research state preference order carefully — this matters more than you think. |
| 550–650 | AIQ + state counselling both. List 20–30 colleges in preference order. Be flexible on city/state for the best college. |
| 450–550 | State counselling primary route. Also apply to deemed universities. Consider BDS as backup. Keep documents ready for spot rounds. |
| 350–450 | Private colleges are the primary option. Also try state mop-up rounds. Budget ₹50 lakh–₹1 crore for 4.5 years. |
| Below 350 | Consider retaking NEET (one more attempt can make a huge difference). Explore BAMS/BHMS/BDS. Consider BSc Nursing or allied health sciences. |
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Start NEET Prep — FreeQualifying cutoff data from NTA official releases. Admission cutoffs based on MCC and state counselling data from 2024–2025. Score-to-rank mapping is approximate and changes annually. State cutoffs are for the last counselling round. All data is indicative — verify with official counselling portals. Last updated: February 2026.
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What is the expected NEET 2026 cutoff for General category?
The expected NEET 2026 qualifying cutoff for General category (UR) is 720–137 marks (50th percentile). This means you need to score approximately 137 out of 720 to qualify. However, for actual MBBS admission in government colleges, you need 550+ marks (General). For top AIIMS, you need 680+ marks. The qualifying cutoff just makes you eligible for counselling — it does not guarantee admission.
What NEET score is needed for government MBBS?
For government MBBS colleges through AIQ (All India Quota): General needs 600–650+ marks, OBC needs 550–600+, SC needs 450–500+, ST needs 400–450+. For state quota seats, cutoffs are 20–40 marks lower. These are approximate — actual cutoffs depend on state, college, and counselling round. Some state government colleges admit at 500+ for General in later rounds.
What is the NEET cutoff for AIIMS Delhi?
AIIMS Delhi MBBS admission requires approximately 700–720 marks for General category (top 50 AIR). For OBC: 690–710 marks. For SC: 620–650 marks. For ST: 580–620 marks. AIIMS Delhi is the most competitive medical college in India — only about 50 General category seats are available through NEET AIQ counselling.
How many marks are needed to qualify NEET?
To qualify NEET 2026: General/EWS needs 50th percentile (approximately 135–140 marks out of 720), OBC/SC/ST needs 40th percentile (approximately 107–110 marks). These are just qualifying marks — they make you eligible for counselling. Actual MBBS admission requires much higher scores depending on college and category.
Can I get MBBS with 500 marks in NEET?
With 500 marks: (1) Government college MBBS — possible in some states for SC/ST/OBC through state quota, unlikely for General in top states, (2) Deemed universities — many offer MBBS at 450–500 marks range (fees ₹15–25 lakh/year), (3) Private medical colleges — most have cutoffs at 400–500 range (fees ₹10–30 lakh/year), (4) State government colleges in NE states — possible for General at 500+ in later counselling rounds.
Does NEET cutoff change every year?
Yes. The qualifying cutoff percentile remains fixed (50th for General, 40th for OBC/SC/ST), but the actual marks corresponding to that percentile change based on: (1) paper difficulty — harder paper means lower cutoff marks, (2) number of candidates, (3) marking scheme changes. Over 2021–2025, General qualifying cutoff ranged from 137 to 164 marks.