NMC Updates NEET UG Seat Allocation for 2025-26 Academic Year

Overview of NEET UG Seat Allocation Changes

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has made significant updates to the NEET UG seat allocation for the academic year 2025-26. A total of 126,600 MBBS seats are now available across India, which includes both newly sanctioned and renewed seats. This year, there are 9,075 additional MBBS seats approved nationwide, excluding those at AIIMS and JIPMER. Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly examine the updated seat matrix and comply with the guidelines and timelines set forth by the NMC.

State-Specific Seat Adjustments

Increases in MBBS Seats

Shanthiram Medical College in Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh, has expanded its intake from 150 to 250 seats. Additionally, Anna Gowri Medical College has received approval to start with 150 seats. Various medical institutions in Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Karnataka have also increased their seat capacities, thereby enhancing opportunities for aspiring medical students.

Reductions in MBBS Seats

Withdrawn Seats

Conversely, 456 MBBS seats have been removed from the Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in Delhi due to ongoing court cases and non-compliance with established regulations. This has led to a net reduction of 150 seats from the approved list.

Ongoing Adjustments to Seat Matrix

Recent Changes

In September, the NMC had previously added 6,850 seats while removing 1,056 due to unresolved cases and delays in approvals. A subsequent update ten days later saw the addition of 7,375 new seats alongside the removal of 456 seats, as part of the third phase of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).

Important Dates for Candidates

Choice Filling Deadline

The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has extended the deadline for choice filling for NEET UG Round 3 to October 13, 2025. Candidates can expect the results of the seat allocation for Round 3 to be announced by October 15.