Overview — NEET Cutoff Karnataka 2026
In Short
NEET-UG 2026 results for Karnataka admissions are now finalised. Government MBBS closes around NEET 580-630 marks (general), private + management quota opens from 550-650 marks. BDS closes around 400-500 (government) and 350-450 (private). TurtleEdu offers free option-entry help — call +91 63666 14585.
Government Medical Colleges — Karnataka NEET Cutoff 2026
| College | Closing Rank (Gen) | Closing NEET Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore Medical College (BMCRI) | ~1,200 | 610-630 |
| Mysore Medical College & Research Institute | ~3,500 | 590-610 |
| Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS Hubli) | ~4,000 | 585-605 |
| Government Medical College Bellary | ~6,500 | 570-590 |
| Government Medical College Hassan | ~7,500 | 560-580 |
| Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) | ~8,500 | 555-575 |
| Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS) | ~9,500 | 550-570 |
| ESIC Medical College Kalaburagi | ~12,000 | 540-560 |
Private Medical Colleges — NEET Marks Range 2026
| College | Govt Quota Cutoff | Mgmt Quota Range | Total 4.5-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's Medical College | ~590 | 620+ | ~1.7 Cr |
| M.S. Ramaiah Medical College | ~580 | 600+ | ~1.6 Cr |
| JSS Medical College Mysuru | ~570 | 590+ | ~1.4 Cr |
| Father Muller Medical College | ~555 | 570+ | ~1.2 Cr |
| KIMS Bengaluru (Kempegowda) | ~545 | 560+ | ~1.1 Cr |
| Akash / RRMCH / Sapthagiri | ~520-540 | 540+ | ~80 L - 1 Cr |
| MVJ Medical / Sri Siddhartha | ~510-530 | 520+ | ~75 L - 95 L |
| Adichunchanagiri / Subbaiah | ~500-525 | 510+ | ~70 L - 90 L |
BDS NEET Cutoff Karnataka 2026
BDS cutoffs are significantly lower than MBBS. Government BDS colleges close around 400-500 NEET marks. Top private dental colleges admit from 350 NEET marks under management quota.
| BDS College | Cutoff Range |
|---|---|
| Government Dental College Bangalore | 460-500 |
| Bapuji Dental College Davangere | 420-450 |
| Sidhartha Dental College Tumakuru | 380-410 |
| AME's Dental College Raichur | 360-390 |
| Subbaiah Dental College Shimoga | 350-380 |
KEA UGNEET Counselling 2026 — Process
After NEET-UG results are declared, Karnataka students must register on the KEA portal for state-quota counselling. The process is:
- KEA registration — on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in with NEET roll number & rank
- Document verification — mandatory in-person verification at KEA-designated centre
- Option entry — enter unlimited college + branch preferences in order
- Mock allotment — KEA shows likely seat; modify options if needed
- Real allotment (Round 1) — seat allotted based on rank + reservation + options
- Fee payment & college reporting — pay online, download admission order, report to college
- Round 2 & mop-up — vacant seats filled; offline extended round at KEA office for stray vacancies
Karnataka NEET Cutoff — Category-wise 2026
| Category | NEET Marks Cutoff (Govt) | NEET Marks Cutoff (Mgmt) |
|---|---|---|
| General / GM | 580+ | 550+ |
| OBC / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 525+ | 510+ |
| SC | 460+ | 440+ |
| ST | 410+ | 400+ |
| PwBD | 410+ | 390+ |
Strategy — Maximising Your Karnataka Seat
- Karnataka domicile is a huge advantage — state quota seats are reserved for Karnataka students at lower cutoffs. Confirm your eligibility certificate is ready before counselling.
- Order options by genuine preference, not "safe" guesses. KEA's algorithm allots the highest-preference college you can secure with your rank.
- Mix government + private + management in option list to keep all doors open.
- Don't skip mop-up & stray vacancy rounds — many seats reopen after Round 1 due to no-shows.
- For management quota, contact TurtleEdu BEFORE you finalise. We confirm live seat availability and negotiate fee structure on your behalf.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NEET cutoff for MBBS admission in Karnataka 2026?
NEET-UG 2026 qualifying cutoff: General 50th percentile (~720/720 score band of 720-145), SC/ST/OBC 40th percentile (~145-113), PwBD 45th percentile (~133-127). Government college closing ranks in Karnataka usually fall under 10,000 (general). Management quota seats open from NEET 550-650+ marks.
What NEET marks are needed for top government medical colleges in Karnataka?
Bangalore Medical College (BMC) closes around 600+ marks. KIMS Hubli, Mysore Medical, Karnataka Medical Hubli all close in the 580-620 range for general category. ESIC and ESI colleges close lower (~520-560).
What NEET cutoff is needed for management quota MBBS in Karnataka 2026?
Management quota MBBS in Karnataka private medical colleges typically opens at NEET 550-650+ marks for general category (lower for SC/ST/OBC under reservation). Fees range from ₹17 lakh/year (lower-tier) to ₹38 lakh/year (St. John's, MS Ramaiah). Total 4.5-year cost: ₹75 lakh to ₹1.8 crore.
Is NEET cutoff different for Karnataka state quota vs all-India quota?
Yes. KEA (Karnataka) reserves 85% MBBS seats for state quota and admits via KEA UGNEET counselling. The remaining 15% AIQ (All India Quota) goes through MCC counselling. State quota cutoffs are typically lower for Karnataka-domicile candidates.
What is the NEET cutoff for BDS in Karnataka 2026?
BDS NEET cutoffs are lower than MBBS. Government BDS: ~400-500 NEET marks. Top private BDS colleges (Bapuji, Sidhartha, Subbaiah, AME's): 350-450 marks. Management quota BDS: ₹2-6 lakh/year total cost.
How does TurtleEdu help with NEET counselling Karnataka?
TurtleEdu provides free KEA UGNEET counselling guidance for Karnataka students — option entry strategy, college shortlisting based on your NEET score, management quota assistance, document checklist and round-by-round seat tracking. Call +91 63666 14585.
Which government medical college has the lowest NEET cutoff in Karnataka?
Among Karnataka's government medical colleges, ESIC Medical College Kalaburagi and Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS) typically close at the lowest NEET marks in the general-category government tier (around 540-570), making them relatively easier entry points via state quota compared to Bangalore Medical College or Mysore Medical College.
Can non-Karnataka domicile students get government MBBS seats in Karnataka?
Karnataka's 85% state quota government MBBS seats are reserved for Karnataka-domicile candidates through KEA counselling. Non-Karnataka students can only compete for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) government seats via MCC counselling, or apply for management/NRI quota seats in private colleges, which don't require Karnataka domicile.
