{"id":4133,"date":"2026-05-06T09:43:30","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chaitanyas-academy.com\/blog\/?p=4133"},"modified":"2026-05-06T09:43:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:43:31","slug":"neet-2026-mbbs-cut-off-expected-vs-previous-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chaitanyas-academy.com\/blog\/neet-2026-mbbs-cut-off-expected-vs-previous-year","title":{"rendered":"NEET 2026 MBBS Cut-Off: Expected vs Previous Year Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"

The NEET 2026<\/a> cut-off is the minimum qualifying percentile that a candidate must attain to be considered for MBBS counselling. It differs from the college-specific admission cut-off in that the former decides eligibility while the latter determines seat placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cut-offs are given by category and are based on the number of candidates, the difficulty level of the paper, and the total number of seats available. Understanding both the qualifying and admission cut-offs is vital for setting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Admission Open for NEET 2027<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Past Five-Year Trend in NEET Cut-Off<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As per the data, the last 5-year trend of the NEET cut-off is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Year<\/td>General<\/td>General PWD<\/td>OBC\/Sc\/ST<\/td><\/tr>
2025<\/td>720\u2013150<\/td>149\u2013133<\/td>149\u2013118<\/td><\/tr>
2024<\/td>720\u2013164<\/td>163\u2013145<\/td>163\u2013129<\/td><\/tr>
2023<\/td>720\u2013137<\/td>136\u2013121<\/td>136\u2013107<\/td><\/tr>
2022<\/td>715\u2013117<\/td>116\u2013105<\/td>116\u201393<\/td><\/tr>
2021<\/td>720\u2013138<\/td>137\u2013122<\/td>137\u2013108<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

NEET 2026 Expected Cut-off <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The category-wise NEET 2026 expected cut-off, based on the past trend, is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Category<\/strong><\/td>Minimum Cut-off (Expected)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General<\/td>148+<\/td><\/tr>
EWS<\/td>140+<\/td><\/tr>
General PWD<\/td>138+<\/td><\/tr>
OBC<\/td>118+<\/td><\/tr>
SC<\/td>107+<\/td><\/tr>
ST<\/td>99+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Top government medical colleges: expected 2026 cut-off scores<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The list of the top government medical colleges in India is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

College Name<\/strong><\/td>Expected Score<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
AIIM New Delhi<\/td>695\u2013720<\/td><\/tr>
Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi<\/td>680\u2013694<\/td><\/tr>
VMMC Safdarjung, Delhi<\/td>665\u2013679<\/td><\/tr>
JIPMER Puducherry<\/td>660\u2013675<\/td><\/tr>
BHU IMS Varanasi<\/td>650\u2013665<\/td><\/tr>
Grant Medical College, Mumbai<\/td>638\u2013652<\/td><\/tr>
SMS Medical College, Jaipur<\/td>628\u2013643<\/td><\/tr>
KGMU Lucknow<\/td>630\u2013648<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Key factors influencing NEET 2026 cut-offs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Paper’s difficulty level<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The single greatest factor. A simpler paper in 2022 reduced cut-offs significantly, whereas a more difficult paper in 2023 increased them. The NTA’s new exam pattern for 2026 may impact the difficulty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Total number of candidates registered<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      More candidates equals increased competition for the same seats. With 23L+ projected by 2026, cut-off scores may rise, even if the paper is moderately tough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Seat matrix modifications<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        New AIIMS, ESIC, and state medical institutions add seats on an annual basis. More seats can help mid-range scorers meet admission requirements slightly more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        NEET 2026 Cut-Off for MBBS: Government vs. Private Colleges<\/strong>
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        Government Medical Colleges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Government colleges are generally preferred due to their affordable tuition and superior infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Expected Safe Score<\/strong> (General Category, AIQ): 610-635+ marks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Private Medical Colleges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Private colleges have lower cutoffs but higher costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Admission is available with qualifying marks of 500+, depending on the quota.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        NEET AIQ Cut-Off 2026 (15% All-India Quota)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The Medical Counselling Committee conducts 15% AIQ counselling. This quota allows students to compete for premier universities such as the All India Institute of Medical Sciences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Top institutions may require 650-705+ marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        AIQ remains the most competitive admissions path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What should be your target score for NEET 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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        • 650+ marks: Top AIQ colleges (AIIMS, top GMCs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • 610\u2013630 marks: Good government medical colleges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • 500\u2013600 marks: State quota \/ semi-government colleges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Below 500: Private colleges or alternative options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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