24 Jul, 2026, Tutelage Team, NEET
Reviewed by the NEET Editorial Team. Last updated: July 22, 2026. Data sourced from official NTA and MCC notifications — nta.ac.in and mcc.nic.in. Replace this byline with your own author's name and credentials before publishing.
The 2026 NEET cut off for MBBS is 213 marks (50th percentile) for General/EWS and 177 marks (40th percentile) for OBC/SC/ST, released with the Re-NEET UG result on 16th July 2026. Clearing this qualifying mark only makes you eligible for counselling — it does not guarantee a seat. Below, we cover the full category-wise range, college-wise closing ranks, live counselling status, and your next steps.
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| General/EWS Qualifying Marks | 213–715 (50th Percentile) |
| OBC/SC/ST Qualifying Marks | 177–212 (40th Percentile) |
| Total Candidates Appeared | ~20 Lakh |
| Total Candidates Qualified | ~11.21 Lakh |
| Total MBBS Seats (2026) | 1,36,939 |
| Total BDS Seats | 27,868 |
| Safe Score for General AIQ Seat | 615–630+ |
| Result Declared | 16th July 2026 |
| Counselling Schedule | Awaited (Expected Late July/Early August 2026) |
This section is updated as MCC releases new information.
Check mcc.nic.in directly for the official notification, as private portals often carry outdated or speculative dates.
The NEET cut off is the minimum score or percentile a candidate must secure to become eligible for medical counselling. It is not an admission guarantee — clearing it only opens the door to the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) process, where actual seat allotment happens based on rank, category, and seat availability.
This year's cut off for NEET 2026 is a steeper qualifying band than 2025, reflecting both the paper's difficulty and the scale of candidates who appeared.
A lot of confusion comes from mixing up three distinct numbers:
Only the qualifying cut off has been announced so far. The admission cut off — the number that matters most for government MBBS aspirants — will only be known once MCC begins releasing round-wise seat allotment results.
Nearly 20 lakh candidates appeared for Re-NEET 2026, and around 11.21 lakh qualified across MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and BSc Nursing courses.
| Category | Percentile | Qualifying Marks Range |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th | 715 – 213 |
| General / EWS – PwBD | — | 212 – 194 |
| OBC | 40th | 212 – 177 |
| SC | 40th | 212 – 177 |
| ST | 40th | 212 – 177 |
| OBC / SC – PwBD | — | 193 – 177 |
| ST – PwBD | — | 191 – 178 |
These are official qualifying cutoffs, not closing ranks for any particular college — use this table only as a starting benchmark.
Marks alone don't tell you where you stand — your All India Rank (AIR) is what counselling actually runs on. Based on last year's (2025) marks-to-rank mapping, here's an indicative reference. These figures shift year to year with difficulty and applicant volume, so treat them as directional, not exact
| Approximate Marks | Indicative AIR (General, 2025 Basis) |
|---|---|
| 650+ | Under 5,000 |
| 620–650 | 5,000 – 15,000 |
| 600–620 | 15,000 – 30,000 |
| 580–600 | 30,000 – 50,000 |
| 550–580 | 50,000 – 90,000 |
| Below 550 | 90,000+ |
Because 2026's qualifying floor moved sharply compared to 2025, this year's actual marks-to-rank curve could shift once MCC publishes round-wise data — recheck this table after Round 1 allotment.
Clearing the qualifying cut off is the easy part. The real competition begins when you aim for a government medical college, where seats are limited and demand is enormous.
Here's how the "safe score" idea plays out at specific institutes. Figures below are approximate AIQ Round 3 closing ranks (General category) for 2024 and 2025 — 2026 college-wise closing ranks will be published by MCC after each round, so treat these as directional benchmarks, not guarantees.
| Year | Approx. General Category Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | ~50 |
| 2025 | ~45 |
Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi NEET Cutoff Trend
| Year | Approx. General Category Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | ~170 |
| 2025 | ~150 |
Other Top Government Medical Colleges — 2025 Closing Ranks
| College | Approx. AIQ Closing Rank (General, 2025) |
|---|---|
| Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi | ~800 |
| Grant Medical College, Mumbai | ~2,500 |
| Madras Medical College, Chennai | ~4,000 |
| B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad | ~7,500 |
| Government Medical College, Kozhikode | ~12,000 |
| Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad | ~14,500 |
| Government Medical College, Patiala | ~20,000 |
These are historical (2024–2025) reference points, not 2026 confirmed figures. Always verify against the official MCC round-wise seat matrix once released.
| Factor | All India Quota (AIQ) | State Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Share of Seats | 15% | 85% |
| Basis of Allotment | Pure merit, nationwide | Merit within state, domicile-based |
| Domicile Required | No | Yes (with state-specific exceptions) |
| Competition Level | Very high — pooled from all states | Moderate — depends on the state's college count |
| Typical Safe Score (General) | 620+ | ~600 |
| Best Suited For | Top-ranked candidates targeting premier colleges (Delhi, Maharashtra, Southern states) | Candidates from states with more colleges relative to the candidate pool |
| Counselling Authority | MCC | State DME / Counselling Cell |
Under AIQ, seats are allotted purely on merit regardless of home state, making it far more competitive for popular colleges in Delhi, Maharashtra, and southern states. State quota, by contrast, is filled using local candidate performance and domicile rules — a score around 600 marks can realistically open doors here, especially in states with more medical colleges relative to their candidate pool.
State quota cutoffs vary widely because they depend on each state's number of government colleges, candidate pool, and domicile reservation rules
| State | Approx. General Category Closing Marks (2025) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | ~590–610 | Large seat pool; relatively more accessible. |
| Maharashtra | ~610–630 | High competition with a strong government medical college network. |
| Tamil Nadu | ~600–615 | State-specific reservation rules apply. |
| Delhi | ~640+ | Very high competition due to limited seats. |
| Rajasthan | ~580–600 | Moderate competition. |
| Karnataka | ~605–625 | Mixed government and private medical college seat matrix. |
These numbers are historical (2025) references, not 2026 confirmed cutoffs. Always cross-check with your state's official DME once state-wise rank lists are published.
The general category floor jumped sharply this year compared to 2025, putting more pressure on already limited government MBBS seats.
| Year | General Qualifying Marks | OBC/SC/ST Qualifying Marks | Candidates Qualified |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEET 2026 (Re-NEET) | 715 – 213 | 212 – 177 | ~11.21 Lakh |
| NEET 2025 | 720 – 144 | 143 – 113 | Per NTA 2025 Release |
| NEET 2024 | 720 – 164 | 163 – 129 | Per NTA 2024 Release |
The general category floor jumped sharply this year compared to 2025, putting more pressure on already limited government MBBS seats.
Not clearing this year's cut off doesn't have to mean the end of the road. Many aspirants use this year as a preparation cycle, focusing on weaker subjects and structured mock tests before the next attempt. It's also worth researching alternate pathways such as BDS, AYUSH courses, or BSc Nursing, which have their own — sometimes more accessible — cut off requirements under the same NEET score.
Knowing the NEET 2026 cut off for MBBS is the first step toward planning your medical admission journey. While the qualifying cut off determines your eligibility for counselling, securing an MBBS seat depends on several factors, including your All India Rank (AIR), category, quota, state domicile, and the availability of seats during each counselling round. As the counselling process progresses, official closing ranks and college-wise cut offs will provide a clearer picture of admission opportunities. Stay updated with the latest announcements from NTA and MCC, participate in counselling on time, and keep multiple options open to maximize your chances of securing a medical seat.
Every NEET score opens different opportunities, and even if your marks are lower than expected, there are still several pathways to pursue a successful medical career. Government colleges, private medical colleges, deemed universities, and MBBS abroad options each have their own admission criteria. Instead of focusing only on the qualifying cut off, evaluate your overall rank, counselling strategy, and college preferences carefully. With proper guidance and timely decisions, you can make the most of your NEET 2026 score and move one step closer to achieving your dream of becoming a doctor.
No. The qualifying cut off only makes you eligible for counselling. The MBBS admission cut off is the closing rank for a specific college and round, announced later by MCC.
Generally, scores above 600–620 marks for general category candidates are a safer range, though the exact closing rank depends on the college, state, and quota.
Not yet. As of this update, the schedule is expected in the last week of July or early August 2026 on mcc.nic.in.
The qualifying cut off, once released, does not change. Admission closing ranks can shift slightly across counselling rounds as seats get filled and vacated.
Out of nearly 20 lakh candidates who appeared for Re-NEET 2026, around 11.21 lakh qualified for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and allied medical courses.
It varies significantly — the same marks can secure a state quota seat in one state but fall short in another with fewer colleges. Always check state-wise closing data separately from AIQ data.
It varies significantly — the same marks can secure a state quota seat in one state but fall short in another with fewer colleges. Always check state-wise closing data separately from AIQ data.
AIQ (15% of seats) is allotted purely on merit nationwide with no domicile requirement, while state quota (85% of seats) is allotted based on merit within a candidate's home state, following that state's domicile rules.
You won't be eligible for MBBS/BDS counselling this cycle, but you can explore alternate pathways like AYUSH courses or BSc Nursing, or prepare for the next attempt.
There are 1,36,939 MBBS seats nationwide for the 2026 admission cycle, after the National Medical Commission added 9,911 new seats this year.
Counselling runs across four rounds — Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy — and qualifying candidates must separately register with MCC; qualifying alone does not auto-register you.
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