What’s the Minimum Score Needed for MBBS? Cutoffs for Govt, Private & AIIMS Revealed!
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12/03/2025
March 2025 – As NEET 2025 draws closer, one burning question on every aspirant’s mind is: “What’s the minimum NEET score required to get an MBBS seat?” Based on the latest trends from NEET 2023 and NEET 2024 counselling rounds, here’s a comprehensive guide to the safe NEET scores for MBBS admission into government colleges, private colleges, deemed universities, and AIIMS institutes.
From general category cutoffs to SC/ST and OBC benchmarks, this report outlines the college-wise and category-wise expected NEET cutoffs you’ll need to aim for.
Contents
- 1 Minimum NEET Score Required for MBBS Admission (Category-Wise – 2024 Trends)
- 2 MBBS Seats Distribution in India (Approximate)
- 3 State-Wise NEET Cutoff (Govt MBBS – General Category, Last Rank 2024)
- 4 Factors That Affect MBBS Cutoff Scores
- 5 FAQs – Minimum NEET Score for MBBS 2025
- 6 Need Help With NEET Counselling or MBBS Admission?
Minimum NEET Score Required for MBBS Admission (Category-Wise – 2024 Trends)
| College Type | General (UR) | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Govt. Medical Colleges | 620–640+ | 610–620 | 500–520 | 480–500 |
| Private Medical Colleges | 510–540 | 490–520 | 420–450 | 400–430 |
| Deemed Universities | 470–500 | 450–480 | 400–420 | 380–410 |
| AIIMS (Top 5) | 680–705+ | 660–680 | 620+ | 600+ |
| AFMC Pune (MBBS) | 640–660 | 630–650 | 550–570 | 530–550 |
🧠 Note: These are safe scores based on the last round of NEET 2023/2024 counselling data. Actual cutoffs may vary depending on the difficulty level of NEET 2025.
MBBS Seats Distribution in India (Approximate)
| College Type | Total MBBS Seats |
|---|---|
| Govt. Medical Colleges | 55,868 |
| Private Medical Colleges | 50,000+ |
| Deemed Universities | 8,000+ |
| AIIMS (All Campuses) | 2,000+ |
| JIPMER + AFMC + ESIC | 1,500+ |
| Total MBBS Seats (2024) | ~1.2 Lakh |
This massive increase in seats, especially in government colleges, has slightly reduced the competition—but for top institutes like AIIMS Delhi or Maulana Azad Medical College, the competition remains fierce.
State-Wise NEET Cutoff (Govt MBBS – General Category, Last Rank 2024)
| State | NEET Score | AIR Range |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (MAMC) | 690+ | Top 1000 |
| Rajasthan | 640–660 | 5000–7000 |
| Maharashtra | 625–635 | 9000–12000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 620–635 | 10000–14000 |
| Tamil Nadu | 615–630 | 11000–15000 |
| West Bengal | 620–635 | 10500–13500 |
| Kerala | 610–630 | 11000–16000 |
🧾 These numbers reflect the last round allotments through All India Quota (AIQ) and State Counselling in NEET 2024.
Factors That Affect MBBS Cutoff Scores
- Total number of NEET applicants
- Difficulty level of the NEET exam
- Number of MBBS seats in each state
- Category-wise reservation quotas
- Domicile benefits in state counselling
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FAQs – Minimum NEET Score for MBBS 2025
Q1. What is the safe NEET score for MBBS in a government college (UR)?
You should aim for 630–650+ to be safe for a government MBBS seat.
Q2. Can I get MBBS at 500 NEET score?
Yes, with 500 marks, you may get private MBBS seats or state quota SC/ST seats, depending on your domicile and category.
Q3. How much is needed for AIIMS MBBS admission?
Top AIIMS like Delhi require 680+ marks (UR). Lower-tier AIIMS may close around 650–660.
Q4. What is the minimum NEET score for AFMC?
AFMC Pune typically requires 640–660+ for UR along with clearing the AFMC test and interview.
Q5. Will the NEET 2025 cutoff go up or down?
If the NEET paper is easier, cutoffs will rise. A tough paper may slightly reduce cutoffs. Increasing MBBS seats also helps lower the cutoff marginally.
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