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NEET Counselling in Himachal Pradesh

Complete guide to 8 UG colleges & 50 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Atal Medical and Research University, Himachal Pradesh (AMRUHP)

Open State

Official Website

https://amruhp.ac.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a bonafide Himachali — resident/domicile of HP. Children of parents domiciled in HP are eligible regardless of where they studied. Non-domicile can apply only for management quota in private colleges.

8

Total Colleges

970

Total Seats

1528

Lowest Fee/Year

#2401

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

aiims 1
government 6
private 1

By Counselling

AIQ 2
management 1
state 5

By Course

MBBS 8

Top UG Colleges in Himachal Pradesh

Ranked by General category cutoff (lowest rank = most competitive)

AIIMS MBBS

AIIMS Bilaspur

Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#2401

₹1528/yr
Government MBBS

Dr. Rajendar Prasad Government Medical College, Tanda, H.P Tanda

H.P, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#4420

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#4500

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Medical College, Mandi, HP Mandi

HP, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#49648

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Dr. Radhakrishnan Government Medical College, Hamirpur, H.P Hamirpur

H.P, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#61611

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Nahan, Sirmour

Sirmour, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#72199

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Government Medical College, Chamba

Chamba, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#83002

₹50000/yr
Private MBBS

Maharishi Markandeshwar Medical College & Hospital, Solan

Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#116769

₹1920000/yr

All UG Colleges in Himachal Pradesh

8 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
AIIMS Bilaspur Bilaspur aiims MBBS #2401 ₹1528 100
Dr. Rajendar Prasad Government Medical College, Tanda, H.P Tanda H.P government MBBS #4420 ₹50000 120
Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla Shimla government MBBS #4500 ₹50000 120
Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Medical College, Mandi, HP Mandi HP government MBBS #49648 ₹50000 120
Dr. Radhakrishnan Government Medical College, Hamirpur, H.P Hamirpur H.P government MBBS #61611 ₹50000 120
Government Medical College, Nahan, Sirmour Sirmour government MBBS #72199 ₹50000 120
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Government Medical College, Chamba Chamba government MBBS #83002 ₹50000 120
Maharishi Markandeshwar Medical College & Hospital, Solan Solan private MBBS #116769 ₹1920000 150

NEET UG Counselling Process in Himachal Pradesh

Rounds & process (4 rounds)

Atal Medical and Research University, Himachal Pradesh (AMRUHP) conducts 4 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Mop-Up Round
  4. Stray Vacancy Round

The general process involves: registration on the official portal, document verification, online choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college with original documents and fee payment.

Fees & deposits

Registration Fee

Rs 2,000 (General/NRI/OBC). Rs 1,000 (SC/ST/PwD). Non-refundable.

Security Deposit

Rs 20,000 (Govt HP Domicile). Rs 50,000 (Private). Refundable within 30 days if no seat allotted.

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Himachal Pradesh typically begins 2-4 weeks after NEET UG results are declared. The entire process (including mop-up rounds) usually spans 2-3 months. Key deadlines include registration closing dates, document verification dates, choice-filling windows, and college reporting deadlines. Missing any deadline can cost you your seat. Always check the official AMRUHP portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Himachal Pradesh
  • Put your dream colleges first — you won't lose anything by reaching high
  • Keep safe colleges in the middle — ones where your rank is comfortably within cutoff
  • Add backup options at the end — colleges you'd accept as a last resort
  • Fill at least 10-15 choices to maximize your chances
  • Don't skip rounds — seats vacated by other candidates open up in later rounds
  • Prioritize government colleges for fees — the cost difference over 5 years is massive

Quotas & Reservation in Himachal Pradesh

970

Total MBBS Seats

820

Govt Seats

15%

Management Quota

15%

NRI Quota

Reservation Policy

SC — 13% ST — 7% OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) — 12% EWS — 10% PwD — 5% horizontal Ward of Ex-Servicemen — 5% horizontal Backward Area — 3%

Key Highlights

  • Bonafide Himachali concept — eligibility based on parental domicile, not where candidate studied
  • Backward Area reservation (3%) — for candidates from remote/underdeveloped HP areas
  • Ex-Servicemen ward quota (5%) — higher than most states, reflecting HP's defence contribution
  • Only 1 private medical college (MMMC Solan) in the entire state
  • AMRUHP is a relatively new authority (transitioned from HPU) specifically for medical education
  • 100% private college seats filled through state counselling — no institutional-level admission
  • Inter-college shifting prohibited during Stray Vacancy Round
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Himachal Pradesh?

Himachal Pradesh has 8 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Himachal Pradesh?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Himachal Pradesh is #2401 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Himachal Pradesh?

Himachal Pradesh counselling is conducted by Atal Medical and Research University, Himachal Pradesh (AMRUHP) in 4 rounds. Candidates with Himachal Pradesh domicile are eligible for state quota seats (85%), while 15% of government seats come under All India Quota (MCC counselling).

How many NEET PG seats are in Himachal Pradesh?

Himachal Pradesh has 50 PG seats across 6 colleges, covering MD, MS, DNB, and Diploma specialities. Use the PG tab above to explore all available seats.

What are the most popular PG specialities in Himachal Pradesh?

The most popular PG specialities in Himachal Pradesh are PSYCHIATRY (3 seats), OBG (3 seats), MICROBIOLOGY (3 seats), GENERAL SURGERY (3 seats), GENERAL MEDICINE (3 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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