How Many Seats in NEET

It is difficult to get MBBS seats because there are not many seats available, and a lot of candidates want them. In order to study medicine in India, you will need to take the NEET exam. This exam is required if you intend to apply for MBBS or BDS courses. Every year in India, the Central Board of Secondary Education administers the NEET exam to candidates for all MBBS seats. There is no other national exam for MBBS seats. 

Those who have passed the NEET UG and achieved the required score can apply to medical courses in India by 2024. there are 695 medical colleges with 1,06,333 medical seats available. There are around 55,648 seats in the government and 50,685 seats in private MBBS institutions. By increasing the number of MBBS course seats by 5150 in 2023, the government would raise this figure.

In 2024, NEET counselling will be offered for MBBS and BDS seats (91,927 and 26,949, respectively). The total  MBBS seats in India for the NEET 2024 exam are shown on this blog.

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How Many NEET Seats in India

For the last three years, the total number of MBBS seats in Indian government colleges has been higher than that in private colleges. This is to ensure affordable medical education for a large number of medical students.

NEET UG 2024 Offers:

• 91, 927 MBBS seats
• 27,698 BDS Seats
• There are 50,720 AYUSH seats.
• 525 B.VSc. & AH Seats.

There are 322 government-run medical colleges with 48012 MBBS seats available in total. Continue reading to learn how many MBBS in the Indian government and private universities.

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NEET MBBS seats in india

Name of the state	Total colleges	Total seats
Andaman & Nicobar Islands	1	114
Andhra Pradesh	36	6285
Arunachal Pradesh	1	50
Assam	13	1550
Bihar	20	2565
Chandigarh	1	150
Chhattisgarh	14	1965
Dadra & Nagar Haveli	1	177
Delhi	10	1497
Goa	1	180
Gujarat	39	6900
Haryana	15	2185
Himachal Pradesh	8	920
Jammu & Kashmir	12	1347
Jharkhand	9	980
Karnataka	69	11270
Kerala	33	4655
Madhya Pradesh	26	4550
Maharashtra	67	10695
Manipur	4	525
Meghalaya	1	50
Mizoram	1	100
Orissa	16	2425
Puducherry	9	1830
Punjab	12	1775
Rajasthan	34	5475
Sikkim	1	150
Tamil Nadu	74	11575
Telangana	55	8340
Tripura	2	224
Uttar Pradesh	68	9703
Uttarakhand	8	1150
West Bengal	33	4875
Total	695	106333

Top 10 Medical Colleges in India

The top 10 medical colleges in India are listed in full below, with each school carefully considered for its reputation for academic output, outreach, professionalism, learning resources, and educational excellence.

College	Location
AIIMS	New Delhi
PGIMER	Chandigarh
Christian Medical College	Vellore
Kasturba Medical College	Manipal
King George's Medical University	Lucknow
JIPMER	Puducherry
BHU	New Delhi
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College	Aligarh
Sri Ramchandra Medical College and Research Institute	Chennai

These colleges/institutions are the finest, but it is very difficult to get admission here as the number of seats is less. The brightest of the best get the chance to shine here.

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Total NEET Seats in India for 2024

State	College	Total MBBS Seat
Andhra Pradesh	Government Medical College, Eluru	150
	Government Medical College, Machilipatnam	150
	Government Medical College, Nandyal	150
	Government Medical College, Vizianagaram	150
Assam	Kokrajhar Medical College	100
	Nagaon Medical College	100
	Nalbari Medical College, Nalbari	100
Jammu & Kashmir	Government Medical College, Handwara	100
	Government Medical College, Udhampur	100
Madhya Pradesh	Government Medical College, Satna	150
Maharashtra	Government Medical College and District Hospital, Ratnagiri	100
Nagaland	Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences & Research	100
Orissa	Government Medical College Bhawanipatna	100
Rajasthan	Government Medical College, Alwar	200
	Government Medical College, Bundi	200
	Government Medical College, Hanumangarh	200
	Government Medical College, Karauli	200
Telangana	Government Medical College Jangaon	100
	Government Medical College, Jayashankar Bhupalpally	100
	Government Medical College, Kamareddy	100
	Government Medical College, Khammam	100
	Government Medical College, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad	100
	Government Medical College, Nirmal	100
	Government Medical College, Rajanna Sircilla	100
	Government Medical College, Vikarabad	100
Uttar Pradesh	SKS Hospital Medical College & Research Centre	150
Gujarat	SAL Institute of Medical Science Ahmedabad	150

List of total MBBS seats in India government colleges 2024

The MBBS government seat in India is:

GOVERNMENT COLLEGES
State	Seat
Andaman & Nicobar Islands	100
Andhra Pradesh	2485
Arunachal Pradesh	50
Assam	1150
Bihar	1515
Chandigarh	150
Chhattisgarh	965
Dadra & Nagar Haveli	150
Delhi	1247
Goa	180
Gujarat	3700
Haryana	710
Himachal Pradesh	770
Jammu & Kashmir	1047
Jharkhand	680
Karnataka	3150
Kerala	1555
Madhya Pradesh	2180
Maharashtra	4825
Manipur	225
Meghalaya	50
Mizoram	100
Orissa	1375
Puducherry	380
Punjab	800
Rajasthan	3055
Sikkim	0
Tamil Nadu	5225
Telangana	1840
Tripura	125
Uttar Pradesh	4303
Uttarakhand	700
West Bengal	3225
Total	48012

The advantages and disadvantages of MBBS government colleges:

Advantages:

• Comparing the tuition to private colleges, it is far less.
• Excellent faculty and facilities can be found at many schools and institutions.
• They are renowned for providing excellent instruction and having high academic standards.

Disadvantages:

• Admissions is an extremely difficult procedure due to limited seats and intense competition.
• The hostel may have little or no amenities.
• Rural postings may be necessary for a set amount of time following graduation.

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Number of Private MBBS Seats to be filled in India by 2024

The total number of private MBBS seats in India is:

Private MBBS Colleges: Their Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:

• There are more options of institutions to choose from, increasing your chances of being accepted.
• There are frequently modern amenities and services accessible.
• Compared to government universities, your timetable can be more flexible.

Disadvantages:

• Tuition fees are significantly higher than government universities charge.
• Infrastructure and educational quality can vary greatly.
• Rural posts may still be necessary after graduation, depending on the college.

How to choose the right MBBS college?

When selecting the right college, you need to consider a number of factors.

• NEET Rank: The colleges you choose are greatly influenced by your NEET ranking. Go for institutions that fit your budget to increase your chances of admission.
• College Reputation and Ranking: Take into account the college's place in renowned rankings, such as India Today or NIRF, to ascertain its alumni success and academic standing.
• Fees and Scholarships: The cost of tuition at private and public universities can vary greatly. Scholarships have the potential to reduce financial stress.
• Location & Infrastructure: Pick a college with sufficient infrastructure to provide a positive learning environment and a location that satisfies your demands.
• Faculty and Student Reviews: Read the opinions of the professors and students to have a better sense of the setting and ambience of the classroom.

NEET UG Minimum Cut-off Marks for Counselling : 

Candidates who got the minimum necessary score on the NEET UG exam are eligible to participate in the final counselling procedure. For every candidate category, there are distinct cut-off scores available. For medical seats in India, candidates must receive scores that meet or exceed the minimum cut-off to be eligible for counselling. Details on India's minimal qualifying scores for medical seats may be found in the section below.

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Conclusion

Obtaining admission to a government-run medical institution is extremely challenging for Indians due to the limited number of seats available. These seats are highly esteemed and frequently offer superior education at reduced costs. Private medical schools charge more for tuition but have more places available. The general preference is for government colleges due to their reputation and cost. 

Private universities could offer superior facilities and infrastructure. In the end, one's ability to tolerate a certain amount of competition, personal preferences, and financial concerns all play a role in the decision between MBBS seats at government and private universities. To make an educated choice, prospective medical students should take these things into account.

FAQ on How Many Seats in NEET

Q.1. How many government seats are there in NEET?

Answer: Through NEET, there are approximately 50,000 government MBBS seats available in India.

Q.2. Can I get a veterinary seat through NEET?

Answer: No; NEET is mostly for courses in MBBS, BDS, and other medical disciplines. Usually, veterinary admissions pass through a different entrance exam, either state-level tests or the All India Pre-Veterinary Test (AIPVT).

Q.3. How many seats are reserved for general in NEET?

Answer: The general category usually has around 50% of the total seats, with the rest reserved for various categories such as SC, ST, OBC, and EWS.

Q.4. How many seats are there in NEET 2024?

Answer: With about 90,000 seats in government and private medical colleges in India, NEET 2024's seat count is expected to be almost similar to previous years.

Q.5. How many seats are allotted in NEET?

Answer: both government and private medical institutes in India, NEET provides nearly 90,000 seats for MBBS and BDS courses.