Govt MBBS (15% AIQ): Unlikely. In 2024, EWS AIQ MBBS closed ~28k AIR, while UR closed ~25k. Your expected AIR is much higher. Govt MBBS (85% State quota): Also unlikely in most states. Example: UP EWS state-quota govt colleges closed ~25k–29k AIR in later rounds in 2024.
Private MBBS (state quota): Possible. Many states allow non-domicile candidates in private colleges; closing ranks go well beyond 1 lakh in later rounds, but fees are high (?10–25+ L/yr). Deemed universities often filled even at >3–10 lakh AIR (management/NRI), with ?15–30+ L/yr tuition.
Target MBBS buckets (prioritize
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Where MBBS is (and isn't) likely
Govt MBBS (15% AIQ): Unlikely. In 2024, EWS AIQ MBBS closed ~28k AIR, while UR closed ~25k. Your expected AIR is much higher. Govt MBBS (85% State quota): Also unlikely in most states. Example: UP EWS state-quota govt colleges closed ~25k–29k AIR in later rounds in 2024.
Private MBBS (state quota): Possible. Many states allow non-domicile candidates in private colleges; closing ranks go well beyond 1 lakh in later rounds, but fees are high (?10–25+ L/yr). Deemed universities often filled even at >3–10 lakh AIR (management/NRI), with ?15–30+ L/yr tuition.
Target MBBS buckets (prioritize these)
Private MBBS via state counselling (non-domicile allowed):
Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh — large private seat pools; later-round ranks tend to stretch. Fees vary by college but usually ?10–18 L/yr (some higher).
Deemed Universities (MCC counselling) — higher probability if budget allows:
Examples that went very deep in 2024 rounds (management/minority/NRI seats): Aarupadai Veedu (Puducherry), GITAM (Vizag), Sumandeep/SBKS (Vadodara), Yenepoya (Mangaluru), etc. Expect ?18–28+ L/yr (some >?30 L).
Bottom line: If MBBS is non-negotiable, focus on private/deemed options and be ready for high fees or education loans.
BDS & AYUSH: strong fallbacks at your rank
Govt BDS (AIQ): Unlikely. 2024 Round-1 UR BDS closed near ~37k AIR; EWS ~40k.
Private BDS:Very realistic across many states at >1 lakh AIR, with far lower fees than MBBS. Use state counselling (not MCC) except for central/deemed colleges.
AYUSH (BAMS/BHMS/BUMS):Highly realistic in govt/private. 2024 state lists show BHMS/BAMS closing ranks commonly 80k–3 lakh+ (even deeper in some private colleges). Examples: Kerala govt BHMS closed ~66k–1.15L; Bihar AYUSH round-1 private BAMS closed >1.5L to >10L AIR.
Practical shortlist for you to target now
MBBS (primary try)
State private colleges in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh (non-domicile accepted). Keep choices wide; include newer colleges where cut-offs are softer.
Deemed universities via MCC (management/minority seats): put Aarupadai Veedu, GITAM Vizag, SBKS (Sumandeep), Sri Balaji/SLIMS Chennai cluster, Hamdard HIMSR (minority quota) on your list if budget permits.
BDS (strong backup)
Private BDS in UP, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu — higher acceptance at your rank; fees much lower than MBBS.
AYUSH (safety)
Govt/Private BAMS/BHMS in Kerala, UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan — good odds at your rank; compare internship/stipend and hospital attachment quality.
Strategy to maximize converts
Lock EWS benefits (valid certificate uploaded everywhere). EWS AIQ/government cutoffs are still far above your rank, but it helps in some private/state processes.
Cast a wide net: Fill MCC (for deemed) + multiple state portals that allow non-domicile in private colleges (e.g., Karnataka KEA, Maharashtra CET Cell, Rajasthan RUHS/NEET UG, UPDGME). Track mop-up/stray rounds — late vacancies often accept deeper ranks.
Budget planning: For deemed MBBS, plan ?90L–?1.5Cr total across 5 years (tuition + hostel + misc). For private BDS/AYUSH, plan much lower.
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<h2 data-start="171" data-end="206">Where MBBS is (and isn’t) likely</h2><ul data-start="208" data-end="931"><li data-start="208" data-end="383"><p data-start="210" data-end="383"><strong data-start="210" data-end="244">Govt MBBS (15% AIQ): Unlikely.</strong> In 2024, <strong data-start="254" data-end="286">EWS AIQ MBBS closed ~28k AIR</strong>, while UR closed ~25k. Your expected AIR is much higher. <strong data-start="386" data-end="448">Govt MBBS (85% State quota): Also unlikely in most states.</strong> Example: UP EWS state-quota govt colleges closed ~25k–29k AIR in later rounds in 2024. </p></li><li data-start="576" data-end="931"><p data-start="578" data-end="931"><strong data-start="578" data-end="619">Private MBBS (state quota): Possible.</strong> Many states allow non-domicile candidates in private colleges; closing ranks go <strong data-start="700" data-end="722">well beyond 1 lakh</strong> in later rounds, but <strong data-start="744" data-end="777">fees are high (?10–25+ L/yr)</strong>. <strong data-start="779" data-end="802">Deemed universities</strong> often filled even at <strong data-start="824" data-end="842">>3–10 lakh AIR</strong> (management/NRI), with <strong data-start="866" data-end="882">?15–30+ L/yr</strong> tuition. </p></li></ul><h3 data-start="933" data-end="975">Target MBBS buckets (prioritize these)</h3><ol data-start="976" data-end="1614"><li data-start="976" data-end="1272"><p data-start="979" data-end="1041"><strong data-start="979" data-end="1017">Private MBBS via state counselling</strong> (non-domicile allowed):</p><ul data-start="1045" data-end="1272"><li data-start="1045" data-end="1272"><p data-start="1047" data-end="1272"><strong data-start="1047" data-end="1111">Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh</strong> — large private seat pools; later-round ranks tend to stretch. Fees vary by college but usually ?10–18 L/yr (some higher). </p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1273" data-end="1614"><p data-start="1276" data-end="1356"><strong data-start="1276" data-end="1317">Deemed Universities (MCC counselling)</strong> — higher probability if budget allows:</p><ul data-start="1360" data-end="1614"><li data-start="1360" data-end="1614"><p data-start="1362" data-end="1614">Examples that went very deep in 2024 rounds (management/minority/NRI seats): <strong data-start="1439" data-end="1535">Aarupadai Veedu (Puducherry), GITAM (Vizag), Sumandeep/SBKS (Vadodara), Yenepoya (Mangaluru)</strong>, etc. Expect ?18–28+ L/yr (some >?30 L). </p></li></ul></li></ol><blockquote data-start="1616" data-end="1744"><p data-start="1618" data-end="1744"><strong data-start="1618" data-end="1634">Bottom line:</strong> If MBBS is non-negotiable, focus on <strong data-start="1671" data-end="1689">private/deemed</strong> options and be ready for high fees or education loans.</p></blockquote><h2 data-start="1746" data-end="1791">BDS & AYUSH: strong fallbacks at your rank</h2><ul data-start="1793" data-end="2458"><li data-start="1793" data-end="1920"><p data-start="1795" data-end="1920"><strong data-start="1795" data-end="1824">Govt BDS (AIQ): Unlikely.</strong> 2024 Round-1 UR BDS closed near <strong data-start="1857" data-end="1869">~37k AIR</strong>; EWS ~40k.</p></li><li data-start="1921" data-end="2136"><p data-start="1923" data-end="2136"><strong data-start="1923" data-end="1939">Private BDS:</strong> <strong data-start="1940" data-end="1958">Very realistic</strong> across many states at <strong data-start="1981" data-end="1996">>1 lakh AIR</strong>, with far lower fees than MBBS. Use state counselling (not MCC) except for central/deemed colleges.</p></li><li data-start="2137" data-end="2458"><p data-start="2139" data-end="2458"><strong data-start="2139" data-end="2166">AYUSH (BAMS/BHMS/BUMS):</strong> <strong data-start="2167" data-end="2187">Highly realistic</strong> in govt/private. 2024 state lists show BHMS/BAMS closing ranks commonly <strong data-start="2260" data-end="2275">80k–3 lakh+</strong> (even deeper in some private colleges). Examples: Kerala govt BHMS closed ~66k–1.15L; Bihar AYUSH round-1 private BAMS closed >1.5L to >10L AIR. </p></li></ul><h2 data-start="2460" data-end="2508">Practical shortlist for you to <strong data-start="2494" data-end="2508">target now</strong></h2><ol data-start="2510" data-end="3461"><li data-start="2510" data-end="3024"><p data-start="2513" data-end="2535"><strong data-start="2513" data-end="2535">MBBS (primary try)</strong></p><ul data-start="2539" data-end="3024"><li data-start="2539" data-end="2767"><p data-start="2541" data-end="2767"><strong data-start="2541" data-end="2567">State private colleges</strong> in <strong data-start="2571" data-end="2635">Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh</strong> (non-domicile accepted). Keep choices wide; include newer colleges where cut-offs are softer. </p></li><li data-start="2771" data-end="3024"><p data-start="2773" data-end="3024"><strong data-start="2773" data-end="2804">Deemed universities via MCC</strong> (management/minority seats): put <strong data-start="2838" data-end="2954">Aarupadai Veedu, GITAM Vizag, SBKS (Sumandeep), Sri Balaji/SLIMS Chennai cluster, Hamdard HIMSR (minority quota)</strong> on your list if budget permits. </p></li></ul></li><li data-start="3026" data-end="3231"><p data-start="3029" data-end="3052"><strong data-start="3029" data-end="3052">BDS (strong backup)</strong></p><ul data-start="3056" data-end="3231"><li data-start="3056" data-end="3231"><p data-start="3058" data-end="3231"><strong data-start="3058" data-end="3073">Private BDS</strong> in <strong data-start="3077" data-end="3130">UP, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu</strong> — higher acceptance at your rank; fees much lower than MBBS. </p></li></ul></li><li data-start="3233" data-end="3461"><p data-start="3236" data-end="3254"><strong data-start="3236" data-end="3254">AYUSH (safety)</strong></p><ul data-start="3258" data-end="3461"><li data-start="3258" data-end="3461"><p data-start="3260" data-end="3461"><strong data-start="3260" data-end="3286">Govt/Private BAMS/BHMS</strong> in <strong data-start="3290" data-end="3335">Kerala, UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan</strong> — good odds at your rank; compare internship/stipend and hospital attachment quality. </p></li></ul></li></ol><h2 data-start="3463" data-end="3495">Strategy to maximize converts</h2><ul data-start="3496" data-end="4218"><li data-start="3496" data-end="3708"><p data-start="3498" data-end="3708"><strong data-start="3498" data-end="3519">Lock EWS benefits</strong> (valid certificate uploaded everywhere). EWS AIQ/government cutoffs are still far above your rank, but it <strong data-start="3626" data-end="3635">helps</strong> in some private/state processes. </p></li><li data-start="3709" data-end="4025"><p data-start="3711" data-end="4025"><strong data-start="3711" data-end="3730">Cast a wide net</strong>: Fill <strong data-start="3737" data-end="3757">MCC (for deemed)</strong> + <strong data-start="3760" data-end="3786">multiple state portals</strong> that allow non-domicile in private colleges (e.g., <strong data-start="3838" data-end="3901">Karnataka KEA, Maharashtra CET Cell, Rajasthan RUHS/NEET UG</strong>, <strong data-start="3903" data-end="3913">UPDGME</strong>). Track mop-up/stray rounds — late vacancies often accept deeper ranks. </p></li><li data-start="4026" data-end="4218"><p data-start="4028" data-end="4218"><strong data-start="4028" data-end="4047">Budget planning</strong>: For deemed MBBS, plan <strong data-start="4071" data-end="4092">?90L–?1.5Cr total</strong> across 5 years (tuition + hostel + misc). For private BDS/AYUSH, plan <strong data-start="4163" data-end="4177">much lower</strong>.</p></li></ul>
This rank likely places you in a competitive position for State Quota seats in several states but possibly out of contention for most All India Quota (AIQ) government colleges, which typically have closing ranks much higher (i.e., better).
For example, in Madhya Pradesh, some government colleges closed at AIR ~51,439 for General category
So, you should primarily focus on:
State quota seats in your home state (or other states where you're eligible).
Private medical colleges, where closing AIRs—and fees—are generally more manageable.
2. EWS – AIR ~18,000
This is a much stronger position. You're well withi
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1. General – AIR ~145,000
This rank likely places you in a competitive position for State Quota seats in several states but possibly out of contention for most All India Quota (AIQ) government colleges, which typically have closing ranks much higher (i.e., better).
For example, in Madhya Pradesh, some government colleges closed at AIR ~51,439 for General category
So, you should primarily focus on:
State quota seats in your home state (or other states where you're eligible).
Private medical colleges, where closing AIRs—and fees—are generally more manageable.
2. EWS – AIR ~18,000
This is a much stronger position. You're well within range for numerous reputable government medical colleges under both AIQ and state quotas.
Look at recent EWS closing AIRs:
AIIMS Patna closed at AIR 2,927
AIIMS Bilaspur at 3,630
AIIMS Deogarh at 4,828
Plus other top institutions up to around AIR 10,000
And even colleges with closing ranks up to 70,000—like Government Medical College (Coimbatore) and Tamil Nadu Government Medical College, Chennai—are still options
With an AIR of 18,000 in EWS, you should be able to compete for a seat in many government colleges, especially state quotas where the cutoff is more flexible.
Recommended Target Strategy
AIQ and Central Institutions (EWS category)
Given your EWS rank (~18,000), you might have a good shot at:
Mid-level to top-tier government colleges such as:
AIIMS Madurai, AIIMS Vijaypur, Seth GS Medical College (Mumbai), ESIC Faridabad, Rajendra Institute Ranchi, GMC Kota, etc.
AIQ seats open a wider range of opportunities, so prioritize choice-filling there first.
State Quota (General & EWS)
Use your EWS rank to your advantage in your home state or other states where you're eligible.
Check state-specific closing AIRs—many state quotas will be favorable up to much higher AIRs than 18,000.
Even your General rank (145,000) could get you into less competitive state government colleges or private ones, depending on state cutoffs.
Private Medical Colleges
If government options seem uncertain, consider:
Private colleges under management or state quotas—their closing ranks (and corresponding fees) may be more accessible for both General and EWS categories.
For instance, in Gujarat, EWS private college cutoffs were around NEET scores of 545–565, translating to AIRs that could accommodate your General category rank if your marks align.
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<h4 data-start="278" data-end="312">1. <strong data-start="286" data-end="312">General – AIR ~145,000</strong></h4><ul data-start="313" data-end="927"><li data-start="313" data-end="562"><p data-start="315" data-end="562">This rank likely places you in a competitive position for <strong data-start="373" data-end="388">State Quota</strong> seats in several states but possibly out of contention for most <strong data-start="453" data-end="478">All India Quota (AIQ)</strong> government colleges, which typically have closing ranks much higher (i.e., better).</p></li><li data-start="563" data-end="711"><p data-start="565" data-end="711">For example, in <strong data-start="581" data-end="599">Madhya Pradesh</strong>, some government colleges closed at <strong data-start="636" data-end="651">AIR ~51,439</strong> for General category </p></li><li data-start="712" data-end="927"><p data-start="714" data-end="748">So, you should primarily focus on:</p><ul data-start="751" data-end="927"><li data-start="751" data-end="834"><p data-start="753" data-end="834"><strong data-start="753" data-end="774">State quota seats</strong> in your home state (or other states where you're eligible).</p></li><li data-start="837" data-end="927"><p data-start="839" data-end="927"><strong data-start="839" data-end="867">Private medical colleges</strong>, where closing AIRs—and fees—are generally more manageable.</p></li></ul></li></ul><h4 data-start="929" data-end="958">2. <strong data-start="937" data-end="958">EWS – AIR ~18,000</strong></h4><ul data-start="959" data-end="1732"><li data-start="959" data-end="1107"><p data-start="961" data-end="1107">This is a <strong data-start="971" data-end="997">much stronger position</strong>. You’re well within range for numerous reputable government medical colleges under both AIQ and state quotas.</p></li><li data-start="1108" data-end="1567"><p data-start="1110" data-end="1142">Look at recent EWS closing AIRs:</p><ul data-start="1145" data-end="1567"><li data-start="1145" data-end="1186"><p data-start="1147" data-end="1186"><strong data-start="1147" data-end="1162">AIIMS Patna</strong> closed at <strong data-start="1173" data-end="1186">AIR 2,927</strong></p></li><li data-start="1189" data-end="1222"><p data-start="1191" data-end="1222"><strong data-start="1191" data-end="1209">AIIMS Bilaspur</strong> at <strong data-start="1213" data-end="1222">3,630</strong></p></li><li data-start="1225" data-end="1257"><p data-start="1227" data-end="1257"><strong data-start="1227" data-end="1244">AIIMS Deogarh</strong> at <strong data-start="1248" data-end="1257">4,828</strong></p></li><li data-start="1260" data-end="1356"><p data-start="1262" data-end="1356">Plus other top institutions up to around <strong data-start="1303" data-end="1317">AIR 10,000</strong></p></li><li data-start="1359" data-end="1567"><p data-start="1361" data-end="1567">And even colleges with closing ranks up to <strong data-start="1404" data-end="1414">70,000</strong>—like Government Medical College (Coimbatore) and Tamil Nadu Government Medical College, Chennai—are still options</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1568" data-end="1732"><p data-start="1570" data-end="1732">With an AIR of 18,000 in EWS, you <strong data-start="1604" data-end="1672">should be able to compete for a seat in many government colleges</strong>, especially state quotas where the cutoff is more flexible.</p></li></ul><hr data-start="1734" data-end="1737"><h3 data-start="1739" data-end="1771">Recommended Target Strategy</h3><h4 data-start="1773" data-end="1825"><strong data-start="1778" data-end="1825">AIQ and Central Institutions (EWS category)</strong></h4><p data-start="1826" data-end="1887">Given your EWS rank (~18,000), you might have a good shot at:</p><ul data-start="1888" data-end="2220"><li data-start="1888" data-end="2129"><p data-start="1890" data-end="1940">Mid-level to top-tier government colleges such as:</p><ul data-start="1943" data-end="2129"><li data-start="1943" data-end="2129"><p data-start="1945" data-end="2129"><strong data-start="1945" data-end="1962">AIIMS Madurai</strong>, <strong data-start="1964" data-end="1982">AIIMS Vijaypur</strong>, <strong data-start="1984" data-end="2020">Seth GS Medical College (Mumbai)</strong>, <strong data-start="2022" data-end="2040">ESIC Faridabad</strong>, <strong data-start="2042" data-end="2071">Rajendra Institute Ranchi</strong>, <strong data-start="2073" data-end="2085">GMC Kota</strong>, etc.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="2130" data-end="2220"><p data-start="2132" data-end="2220">AIQ seats open a wider range of opportunities, so prioritize choice-filling there first.</p></li></ul><h4 data-start="2222" data-end="2258"><strong data-start="2227" data-end="2258">State Quota (General & EWS)</strong></h4><ul data-start="2259" data-end="2612"><li data-start="2259" data-end="2358"><p data-start="2261" data-end="2358">Use your <strong data-start="2270" data-end="2282">EWS rank</strong> to your advantage in your home state or other states where you're eligible.</p></li><li data-start="2359" data-end="2466"><p data-start="2361" data-end="2466">Check state-specific closing AIRs—many state quotas will be favorable up to much higher AIRs than 18,000.</p></li><li data-start="2467" data-end="2612"><p data-start="2469" data-end="2612">Even your <strong data-start="2479" data-end="2495">General rank</strong> (145,000) could get you into less competitive state government colleges or private ones, depending on state cutoffs.</p></li></ul><h4 data-start="2614" data-end="2647"><strong data-start="2619" data-end="2647">Private Medical Colleges</strong></h4><ul data-start="2648" data-end="3091"><li data-start="2648" data-end="3091"><p data-start="2650" data-end="2697">If government options seem uncertain, consider:</p><ul data-start="2700" data-end="3091"><li data-start="2700" data-end="2860"><p data-start="2702" data-end="2860"><strong data-start="2702" data-end="2755">Private colleges under management or state quotas</strong>—their closing ranks (and corresponding fees) may be more accessible for both General and EWS categories.</p></li><li data-start="2863" data-end="3091"><p data-start="2865" data-end="3091">For instance, in <strong data-start="2882" data-end="2893">Gujarat</strong>, EWS private college cutoffs were around <strong data-start="2935" data-end="2961">NEET scores of 545–565</strong>, translating to AIRs that could accommodate your General category rank if your marks align.</p></li></ul></li></ul>
Yes, it is mandatory to appear for the ToGIGE even if the candidates have appeared for the NEET exam. The ToGIGE is a part of the selection process post the NEET exam. Those aspirants who clear the NEET cutoff are only eligible to appear for this test.
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Yes, qualifying the NEET entrance exam is mandatory for MBBS admission in Kerala colleges, including for both government and private quota seats, as per NMC regulations. Candidates just have to clear an entrance exam and participate in counselling process for admission.
Candidates can apply for NEET 2026 exam after the release of application form. The NTA is likely to start the NEET registration in February 2026. The link will be active for around a month.
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