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NEET Counselling in Karnataka

Complete guide to 72 UG colleges & 991 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)

Open State

Official Website

https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must have studied in Karnataka for 7+ consecutive years (Class 1-12) or parent must be a domicile of Karnataka. Karnataka domicile certificate is mandatory. Non-domicile candidates eligible only for private/NRI/management quota.

72

Total Colleges

13995

Total Seats

24000

Lowest Fee/Year

#1642

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

deemed 12
government 24
private 36

By Counselling

AIQ 21
deemed 12
management 36
state 3

By Course

MBBS 72

Top UG Colleges in Karnataka

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

Government MBBS

Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

Bangalore, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#1642

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical College & Research Institute Bengaluru

Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#3492

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Mysore Medical College and Research Institute

Mysore, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#6516

₹60100/yr
Government MBBS

ESI Medical College, Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#7298

₹24000/yr
Government MBBS

Karwar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karwar

Karwar, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#10807

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Chamrajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karnataka Chamarajanagar

Karnataka, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#13361

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, Kodagu

Kodagu, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#13361

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences, Koppal

Koppal, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#13361

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences, Mallasamudra, Mulgund Road, Gadag

Gadag, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#13361

₹50000/yr
Government MBBS

Yadgiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Yadgiri

Yadgiri, Karnataka

Cutoff Rank

#13361

₹50000/yr

All UG Colleges in Karnataka

72 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute Bangalore government MBBS #1642 ₹50000 150
Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical College & Research Institute Bengaluru government MBBS #3492 ₹50000 200
Mysore Medical College and Research Institute Mysore government MBBS #6516 ₹60100 250
ESI Medical College, Bangalore Bangalore government MBBS #7298 ₹24000 200
Karwar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karwar Karwar government MBBS #10807 ₹50000 150
Chamrajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Karnataka Chamarajanagar Karnataka government MBBS #13361 ₹50000 150
Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, Kodagu Kodagu government MBBS #13361 ₹50000 150
Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences, Koppal Koppal government MBBS #13361 ₹50000 150
Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences, Mallasamudra, Mulgund Road, Gadag Gadag government MBBS #13361 ₹50000 150
Yadgiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Yadgiri Yadgiri government MBBS #13361 ₹50000 150

NEET UG Counselling Process in Karnataka

Rounds & process (4 rounds)

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts 4 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1 (Choice-1)
  2. Round 2 (Choice-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 1,000 (General) / Rs 500 (SC/ST/Cat-1/PwD). NRI: Rs 5,000.

Security Deposit

Rs 10,000-50,000 (Govt). Rs 1,00,000 caution deposit for Round 2 (forfeited if not joined).

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Karnataka 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 KEA portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Karnataka
  • 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 Karnataka

14095

Total MBBS Seats

4250

Govt Seats

40%

Management Quota

15%

NRI Quota

Reservation Policy

General Merit — 44% Category-2A — 15% SC (SCA+SCB+SCC) — 17% ST — 7% Category-1 — 4% Category-2B — 4% Category-3A — 4% Category-3B — 5% PwD — 5% horizontal Hyderabad-Karnataka (Article 371J) — 8% horizontal

Key Highlights

  • Karnataka uses a unique state-specific category system (Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B) instead of central OBC/EWS
  • Hyderabad-Karnataka reservation (Article 371J) — 8% for 6 backward districts (Bidar, Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Raichur, Koppal, Bellary)
  • 73 medical colleges (24 govt + 37 private + 12 deemed) — highest private college count in India
  • 15% rural and 5% Kannada-medium horizontal reservations in government seats
  • Multiple private college associations (KPCF, KRLMPCA, AMPCK) with different quota splits
  • After Mop-Up Round, seat is permanently locked — no cancellation allowed
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Karnataka?

Karnataka has 72 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Karnataka?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Karnataka is #1642 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Karnataka?

Karnataka counselling is conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) in 4 rounds. Candidates with Karnataka 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 Karnataka?

Karnataka has 991 PG seats across 165 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 Karnataka?

The most popular PG specialities in Karnataka are DNBGENERAL MEDICINE (50 seats), DNBANAESTHESIOLOGY (45 seats), DA(NBEMS) (40 seats), ANAESTHESIOLOGY (32 seats), PATHOLOGY (31 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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