NEET UG 2026 Category Wise Safe Score And Expected Cut Off

 

NEET UG 2026 Expected Cutoff: State-wise, Category-wise & Course-wise Analysis

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the gateway to medical excellence in India. With millions of students appearing each year, the competition for MBBS and BDS seats continues to intensify. As we look toward the 2026 session, analyzing expected cutoffs becomes essential for every aspirant's strategy.

1. Expected Qualifying Marks

To qualify for the counseling process, candidates must achieve the minimum percentile. Here are the expected marks for 2026:

Category	Percentile	Expected Marks
General / UR / EWS	50th	155-165
OBC / SC / ST	40th	115-135
UR-PwD	45th	140-150

2. All India Quota (AIQ) Government MBBS Cutoff

The 15% AIQ seats are highly coveted. For a "Safe Score" that ensures a better chance at a Government Medical College, aim for the following:

• UR / General: 635+ (Cutoff range: 615-630)
• EWS / OBC-NCL: 620+ (Cutoff range: 590-610)
• SC: 550+ (Cutoff range: 520-540)
• ST: 525+ (Cutoff range: 490-510)

3. Course-wise Expected Cutoff (Govt. Colleges)

Depending on your preference of medical stream, the required scores for government institutions vary:

Course	Expected Govt. Safe Range
MBBS	530 - 625+
BDS	430 - 570
BAMS (Ayurveda)	380 - 540
BVSC & AH	430 - 560
B.Sc Nursing	350 - 520

4. State-wise Expectations (General Category)

State-wise cutoffs are influenced by local seat availability and the number of applicants within that specific state.

Top States	Expected Cutoff (UR)
Delhi / Rajasthan	610 - 625
Uttar Pradesh / Bihar	595 - 615
Maharashtra / West Bengal	565 - 585
Karnataka / Kerala	510 - 580
Telangana / Meghalaya	430 - 480

Conclusion

While these figures are based on current projections and previous trends, the actual cutoff will depend on the difficulty level of the 2026 paper and the overall performance of the candidates. Aspirants are advised to aim at least 20-30 marks higher than the previous year's cutoff to secure a seat in their desired college.

Disclaimer: These are expected ranges based on data analysis. Final cutoffs will be released by the NTA after the examination.