The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduates (NEET-UG) is one of the most important exams for students aspiring to pursue medical and dental courses in India. The NEET exam serves as the gateway for admission to undergraduate medical courses (MBBS, BDS, etc.) in various government colleges across India. The marks required for admission to government medical colleges through NEET vary depending on the category of the candidate and the state or institution. Read the full article to get an in-depth detail on the marks required in NEET for different categories such as General, SC, ST, and EWS (Economically Weaker Section) to secure a seat in a government college.
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Medical aspirants who are preparing for the NEET UG exam often wonder, “How much marks are required to qualify NEET”?. The marks required to qualify NEET exam are simply the NEET qualifying marks or cut off. The NTA declares the NEET UG cutoff marks along with the declaration of the result.
Category | Cut-off Percentile | Qualifying marks 2025 | Qualifying marks 2024 |
General | 50th | To be released | 720-162 |
General-PH | 45th | To be released | 161-144 |
SC/ST/OBC | 40th | To be released | 161-127 |
SC/OBC-PH | 40th | To be released | 143-127 |
ST-PH | 40th | To be released | 142-127 |
The total marks in NEET are 720, and candidates are required to score equal to or higher than the NEET cut off to increase their chances of getting into a government medical college. The NEET UG cutoff is determined by various factors such as the number of appeared candidates in NEET, the difficulty level of the exam, the number of available seats, and the category of the candidate. The NEET cutoff marks are released in two phases -
Qualifying Cutoff – This is the minimum score required to qualify for the NEET exam.
Admission Cutoff – This is the cutoff used for admission to medical colleges, and it varies by college and state.
For candidates in the General category, the NEET cutoff is generally higher than that of reserved categories. The qualifying cutoff for General category candidates is the 50th percentile with marks ranging from 134 to 162 in the past few years. In terms of marks, the cutoff typically ranges from 650-700 marks (varies with the institution and state). General candidates aiming for admission to top government colleges like AIIMS New Delhi, JIPMER, or other institutions may need to score higher, often in the range of 680-720 marks.
Year | NEET cutoff scores |
| 2025 | To be released |
2024 | 720-162 |
2023 | 720-137 |
2022 | 715-117 |
2021 | 720-138 |
2020 | 720-147 |
2019 | 701-134 |
The cutoff for both SC and ST candidates ranges almost in the same level and is lower compared to the General category. SC candidates need to score at least the 40th percentile to qualify for NEET. The qualifying Marks generally range from 107-161 marks whereas the admission cutoff ranges from 400-500 marks (varies with the institution and state). The admission cutoff for SC candidates also varies depending on the competition in a particular state. Some states may have lower cutoffs due to fewer SC candidates applying for medical seats.
Year | NEET cutoff Scores |
| 2025 | To be released |
2024 | 161-127 |
2023 | 136-107 |
2022 | 116-93 |
2021 | 137-108 |
2020 | 146-113 |
2019 | 133-107 |
OBC candidates are also required to score at least the 40th percentile to qualify for NEET. The qualifying Marks generally range from 107-161 marks with an admission cut off of 550-650 marks.
Year | NEET cutoff scores |
| 2025 | To be released |
2024 | 161-127 |
2023 | 136-107 |
2022 | 116-93 |
2021 | 137-108 |
2020 | 146-113 |
2019 | 133-107 |
The admission NEET cut off for MBBS government colleges is released after the counselling of MCC and respective state counselling authorities. The admission cut off is released in the form of opening and closing ranks for the government colleges after each rounds of NEET UG counselling.
Name of government medical college | NEET 2024 opening and closing rank | NEET 2023 closing rank | NEET 2022 closing rank | NEET 2021 closing rank | 2020 NEET closing rank |
58 - 145 | 85 | 107 | 1179 | 90 | |
54 - 141 | 107 | 129 | 143 | 163 | |
University College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | 149 - 390 | 304 | 217 | 215 | 324 |
489 - 826 | 485 | 550 | 414 | 571 | |
259 - 778 | 544 | 313 | 37720 | 776 | |
52 - 1010 | 656 | 697 | 773 | 457 | |
326 - 1352 | 1097 | 1457 | 1623 | 1800 | |
1256 - 2121 | 2002 | 4738 | 6146 | 5253 | |
Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak | 1651 - 3843 | 25692 | 7932 | 6379 | 6573 |
1244 - 2338 | 1623 | 2045 | 2828 | ||
1 - 47 | 57 | 61 | 53 | - | |
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry | 38 - 350 | 277 | 302 | 227 | - |
On Question asked by student community
Hello aspirant,
Students can finish their NEET preparation and pass the test with flying colors thanks to the mock exams. For NEET, NTA offers test papers and online practice exams. To assess their level of preparation, students must rehearse the exams. After completing the test, assess and analyze it to determine ways to raise your score.
To get the sample papers, you can visit our site through following link:
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First, understand the NEET syllabus clearly for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Focus only on the NCERT syllabus, as most NEET questions are directly or indirectly based on NCERT, especially in Biology and Chemistry. Avoid unnecessary reference books at this stage.
Divide your 4 months into phases. In the first 2 months, focus on completing the entire syllabus. Study Biology daily, as it carries the highest weightage. Read NCERT Biology line by line, make short notes, and revise regularly. For Chemistry, give priority to NCERT for Inorganic and Organic Chemistry. Practice basic numericals and reactions consistently. In Physics, focus on understanding concepts and practicing standard questions rather than memorizing formulas.
In the third month, start intensive revision along with topic-wise and full-length mock tests. Analyze each test carefully to identify weak areas and work on them. Improve time management and accuracy during this phase.
In the last month, focus mainly on revision and mock tests. Revise NCERT multiple times, especially Biology diagrams, tables, and examples. Avoid learning new topics at the last moment. Maintain a proper sleep schedule and take short breaks to avoid burnout.
Stay consistent, avoid distractions, and believe in your preparation. Even a few focused hours daily with proper planning can make a big difference. All the best!
Scoring 600+ marks in NEET within 4 months is definitely challenging, especially if you are starting almost from scratch, but it is not impossible. It largely depends on your discipline, daily study hours, clarity of basics, and how smartly you plan your preparation.
First, you need to be very realistic and focused. In 4 months, your main goal should be to strengthen NCERT-based concepts rather than trying to study everything in extreme detail. NEET questions are largely NCERT-oriented, especially in Biology and Chemistry. If you can master NCERT thoroughly, your chances improve significantly.
Biology should be your top priority because it carries the maximum weightage and is comparatively scoring. Read NCERT line by line for both Class 11 and 12. Revise multiple times and practice MCQs daily. Even if Physics feels tough initially, focus on high-weightage and formula-based chapters like Modern Physics, Current Electricity, Semiconductors, Ray Optics, and Laws of Motion. Chemistry can be divided smartly: give more time to Organic and Inorganic NCERT, and practice numericals regularly for Physical Chemistry.
You should ideally study 10–12 focused hours daily with a fixed timetable. Daily revision and weekly full-length mock tests are extremely important. Initially, your mock scores may be low, but what matters is consistent improvement and learning from mistakes. Analyze each test carefully to understand weak areas.
Since you are already enrolled in another college, time management becomes even more important. Try to minimize distractions and use early mornings or late evenings effectively. Avoid too many reference books; stick to NCERT and one reliable question bank.
That said, aiming for 600+ in 4 months is ambitious and depends on your learning speed and consistency. Even if you fall slightly short, a strong score improvement can still open opportunities in government or private colleges depending on category and cutoff trends.
Stay disciplined, trust the process, and do not compare your journey with others. Many students have made significant jumps in short durations with focused effort. All the best.
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If you are asking about Motilal Nehru Medical College (MLN Medical College), Prayagraj, then admission is strictly through the NEET exam. For MBBS in this medical college, students usually need a high NEET rank because the cutoff is quite competitive.
In recent years, the closing ranks have often been within the top 20,000–30,000. This means you need a strong score to secure a seat. The exact marks may change every year depending on difficulty and competition.
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