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Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff (Expected): College-Wise & Category-Wise Cutoff Rank

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Samrat Ray • 7 Mins read • 1 Jun 26
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The Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS cutoff rank for State Quota (SQ) MBBS seats is expected to reach+ 16,000 to 1,15,000, depending on the category. For instance, the General cutoff is expected to be around 16,000 or higher. In the case of SC/ST/OBC candidates, the cutoff is expected to be within 28,000 to 1,15,000. The specific cutoffs in the Kerala NEET UG Counselling might also differ significantly with each college based on their ranking, demand, competition level, etc. 

The counselling process for the NEET UG 2026 exam UG 2026 in Kerala is conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Government of Kerala, through their official portal. For the 2026–27 academic year, Kerala is offering approximately 5,600 MBBS course seats and over 2,000 BDS seats across government, self-financing (private), and deemed universities. 

15% of government medical seats in Kerala will be filled through All India Quota (AIQ) counselling conducted by MCC NEET UG counselling, while 85% State Quota seats will be allotted through CEE Kerala. Here, we will look at the expected college-wise cutoffs and category-wise cutoff requirements for Kerala NEET 2026 counselling. Along with that, we will also look at the recent cutoff trends, factors influencing cutoffs, etc. 


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Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cut-off: Quick Highlights

The table below provides an overview of the Kerala NEET 2026 Cut-off for MBBS admissions.

Particulars 

Details

Official Authority 

Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala

Total MBBS Seats 

5,600+ 

Total BDS Seats 

2,000+

Type of Kerala NEET Cut-off

  • All India Quota (AIQ): Released by MCC
  • State Quota: Released by CEE, Kerala

Kerala NEET Qualifying Cut-off for General Category

  • 50th Percentile (Score Range: 686–144)

Official Website 

Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations official website


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Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff: Expected College-Wise Closing Ranks

The following table lists the college-specific Round 2 cutoff marks for MBBS admissions in Kerala for 2026.

College Name

Category

Expected Closing Rank 

Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

General (UR)

1,250–4,500 

OBC/SEBC

3,200–12,000 

SC

8,500–25,000 

ST

12,000–35,000 

Government Medical College, Kozhikode

General (UR)

1,800–6,200 

OBC/SEBC

4,500–15,000 

SC

10,000–30,000 

ST

14,000–40,000 

Government Medical College, Kottayam

General (UR)

2,400–8,500 

OBC/SEBC

5,200–18,000 

SC

12,000–35,000 

ST

16,000–45,000 

Government Medical College, Thrissur

General (UR)

2,800–10,500 

OBC/SEBC

6,000–22,000 

SC

14,000–40,000 

ST

18,000–50,000 

Government Medical College, Ernakulam

General (UR)

3,500–13,000 

OBC/SEBC

7,500–26,000 

SC

16,000–45,000 

ST

20,000–55,000 

Government Medical College, Kannur

General (UR)

4,200–16,000 

OBC/SEBC

9,000–30,000 

SC

18,000–50,000 

ST

22,000–60,000 

Government Medical College, Alappuzha

General (UR)

5,000–19,000 

OBC/SEBC

10,500–34,000 

SC

20,000–55,000 

ST

24,000–65,000 

Government Medical College, Palakkad

General (UR)

5,800–22,000 

OBC/SEBC

12,000–38,000 

SC

22,000–60,000 

ST

26,000–70,000 

Government Medical College, Kollam

General (UR)

6,500–25,000 

OBC/SEBC

13,500–42,000 

SC

24,000–65,000 

ST

28,000–75,000 

Government Medical College, Manjeri

General (UR)

7,200–28,000 

OBC/SEBC

15,000–46,000 

SC

26,000–70,000 

ST

30,000–80,000 

Government Medical College, Idukki

General (UR)

8,000–30,000 

OBC/SEBC

16,500–50,000 

SC

28,000–75,000 

ST

32,000–85,000 

Government Medical College, Konni

General (UR)

8,500–32,000 

OBC/SEBC

17,500–52,000 

SC

30,000–80,000 

ST

34,000–90,000 

Aman Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur 

General (UR)

28,500–95,000 

OBC/SEBC

52,000–150,000 

SC

120,000–250,000 

ST

150,000–300,000 

Sree Gokulam Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram 

General (UR)

30,000–110,000 

OBC/SEBC

55,000–160,000 

SC

130,000–270,000 

ST

160,000–320,000


Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff: Expected Category-Wise Cutoff Scores and Ranks

The following table lists the college-specific expected cutoff marks for MBBS admissions to SQ seats in Kerala for 2026. 

Category

Expected Cutoff Score (Govt Colleges)

Expected Cutoff Rank

General (UR)

585–630

Up to 16,000 

EWS

570–615

Up to 20,000 

OBC/SEBC

550–595

Up to 28,000 

SC

470–520

Up to 75,000 

ST

440–490

Up to 1,15,000 

OBC/SEBC-PwD

320–360

Up to 90,000 

SC/ST-PwD

300–340

Up to 1,00,000 

General-PwD

340–380

Up to 70,000 


Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff: Important/Tentative Dates

The table below shows all the upcoming important or tentative dates of Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS cutoff.

Event

Important/Tentative Dates

NEET UG 2026 Result 2026

July 2026 (tentative)

NEET UG 2026 Counselling 

July 2026 (tentative)


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Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff Types

The Kerala NEET counselling is broadly categorised under two quotas. These are Kerala NEET State Quota: 85% and Kerala NEET AIQ Quota: 15%. The table below shows the detailed types of NEET Cutoffs included in Kerala State Counselling.

Type

Description

Kerala NEET AIQ Cutoff 2026

The cutoff for this 15% quota will be determined by the Director General of Health Services (DGHS)

Kerala NEET State Quota Cutoff 2026

The cutoffs for the remaining 85% will be determined by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala.


Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cut-off: Previous Year Trends

Understanding the Kerala NEET MBBS Cutoff previous year trends allows students to prepare their tailor-made strategy. The table below shows the previous year cutoffs of Kerala NEET MBBS courses.


Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff: Influencing Factors

The Kerala NEET 2026 Cutoff will be prepared by considering several factors. These factors will have a decent impact on the final cutoff and ranks released by the authority, resulting in a significant impact on the Kerala NEET admissions 2026. The following are the key Kerala NEET 2026 cutoff parameters:

  • Performance of candidates in the NEET 2026 Exam.
  • NEET 2026 Exam: Total number of registered students
  • NEET 2026 difficulty level
  • Kerala NEET 2026 seat matrix of participating colleges
  • NEET 2026 Reservation Policy 


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Conclusion 

The Commissioner of Entrance Examinations has released the Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cut-off. Candidates aspiring to secure a seat in MBBS courses in Kerala should carefully review the Kerala NEET 2026 cutoff and set realistic targets for themselves ahead of the Kerala NEET 2026 counselling.


Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff: FAQs


Ques: Who releases the Kerala NEET MBBS cut-off?

Ans: The Kerala NEET 2026 MBBS cut-off is released by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. For the All India Quota (AIQ), it is released by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Thus, you must check the official website of the appropriate counselling authority based on whether you choose the central or state-level counselling. The cutoffs are released for the available colleges based on the categories of the candidates. 


Ques: What is the qualifying NEET 2026 cutoff for the in Kerala?

Ans: The qualifying score for the General (UR) category is 686 to 144, which corresponds to the 50th percentile. In the case of the SC/ST/OBC candidates, the qualifying cutoff is 40th to 45th percentile, which corresponds to 108 to 137 marks. Therefore, the qualifying score and percentile vary based on the categories. Hence, the candidates are required to meet the respective category-specific requirements applicable to them. 


Ques: How have cutoff scores changed compared to last year?

Ans: The General category NEET qualifying marks have decreased from 162-720 in 2024 to 144-686 in 2025, reflecting a slight variation in exam difficulty and seat availability. In 2026, the General cutoff is expected to be 585 to 630. Thus, the cutoff scores are expected to decrease further in 2026. Moreover, since the General cutoffs are expected to decrease, the reserved cutoffs are also expected to decrease further. 


Ques: Can students from other states apply to MBBS seats in Kerala?

Ans: Yes, 15% of the MBBS seats in government colleges in Kerala are under the All India quota in the NEET counselling. Hence, you can apply for the AIQ seats as a candidate from a different state. The remaining 85% of the seats are under the State quota and are available only to domiciles of Kerala. You can also apply for private college seats under Management courses for many students if you are from another state. 


Ques: What is the minimum rank in NEET to get MBBS in a government college in Kerala?

Ans: As a General candidate, you must have a rank above 16,000 for admission to the available MBBS seats across various government colleges. The cutoff requirements will be lower for SQ seas. Therefore, if you are domiciled in Kerala, you can consider appearing for the state-level counselling round if you fail to get a seat in the AIQ quota. Alternatively, private colleges can offer Management seats with much lower cutoffs but higher fees to candidates from anywhere across the country. 


Ques: Can I get MBBS with 550 marks in NEET 2026?

Ans: General candidates with 550 marks in NEET 2026 can have moderate chances of getting an MBBS seat. For MBBS seats in Kerala, the required score can reach up to 630 or higher. Hence, the chances of getting an MBBS seat wth a NEET score of 550 will depend on the selected college. In the case of SC/ST/OBC candidates, 550 marks in NEET can be considered quite competitive to get an MBBS seat at a government college.