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NEET Counselling in Kerala

Complete guide to 34 UG colleges & 523 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala (CEE Kerala)

Open State

Official Website

https://cee.kerala.gov.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Three-tier eligibility: Keralite (born in Kerala or Kerala-origin parents), NK-I (studied in Kerala schools), NK-II (non-domicile, eligible only for private management quota). 5 consecutive years of study in Kerala for full eligibility. Non-domicile candidates under NK-II category can apply for management quota in private colleges.

34

Total Colleges

5264

Total Seats

12500

Lowest Fee/Year

#1173

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

deemed 1
government 12
private 21

By Counselling

AIQ 12
deemed 1
management 21

By Course

MBBS 34

Top UG Colleges in Kerala

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

Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Kozhikode

Kozhikode, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#1173

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#3218

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Konni

Konni, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#3454

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Idukki

Idukki, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#3454

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Kottayam

Kottayam, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#6310

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Thrissur

Thrissur, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#6538

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam

Kollam, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#16630

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College (Institute of Integrated Medical Sciences), Yakkara, Palakkad Yakkara

Palakkad, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#16691

₹23150/yr
Government MBBS

TD Medical College, Alappuzha

Alappuzha, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#18000

₹12500/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Ernakulam

Ernakulam, Kerala

Cutoff Rank

#22000

₹12500/yr

All UG Colleges in Kerala

34 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
Government Medical College, Kozhikode Kozhikode government MBBS #1173 ₹23150 250
Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram Thiruvananthapuram government MBBS #3218 ₹23150 250
Government Medical College, Konni Konni government MBBS #3454 ₹23150 100
Government Medical College, Idukki Idukki government MBBS #3454 ₹23150 100
Government Medical College, Kottayam Kottayam government MBBS #6310 ₹23150 175
Government Medical College, Thrissur Thrissur government MBBS #6538 ₹23150 175
Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam Kollam government MBBS #16630 ₹23150 110
Government Medical College (Institute of Integrated Medical Sciences), Yakkara, Palakkad Yakkara Palakkad government MBBS #16691 ₹23150 100
TD Medical College, Alappuzha Alappuzha government MBBS #18000 ₹12500 175
Government Medical College, Ernakulam Ernakulam government MBBS #22000 ₹12500 110

NEET UG Counselling Process in Kerala

Rounds & process (4 rounds)

Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala (CEE Kerala) conducts 4 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Trial Counselling (Mock)
  2. Phase 1 Allotment
  3. Phase 2 Allotment
  4. Mop-Up 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 625 (General/SEBC). Rs 250 (SC). Free for ST. Option registration: Rs 5,000 (adjustable against tuition).

Security Deposit

Rs 500 (General). Rs 200 (SC). Nil for ST. Fresh registration at Mop-Up Round costs Rs 1,00,000.

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

5605

Total MBBS Seats

1855

Govt Seats

35%

Management Quota

15%

NRI Quota

Reservation Policy

SEBC (total) — 30% (split into 9 community sub-categories) Ezhava — 9% Muslim — 8% SC — 8% ST — 2% EWS — 10% Latin Catholic/Anglo Indian — 3% PwD — 5% horizontal

Key Highlights

  • Trial Counselling (Mock Round) — unique to Kerala, allows candidates to test preferences without commitment
  • Three-tier eligibility system (Keralite / NK-I / NK-II) instead of simple domicile
  • SEBC split into 9 specific community sub-categories (Ezhava, Muslim, Other Backward Hindu, Latin Catholic, Dheevara, Viswakarma, Kusavan, Other Backward Christian, Kudumbi)
  • Fresh registration at Mop-Up Round requires Rs 1,00,000 — significant financial barrier to re-entry
  • Failure to join in Stray Round can result in NEET debarment for up to 3 years
  • Single-window counselling handles both government merit and management quota
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Kerala?

Kerala has 34 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Kerala?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Kerala is #1173 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Kerala?

Kerala counselling is conducted by Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala (CEE Kerala) in 4 rounds. Candidates with Kerala 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 Kerala?

Kerala has 523 PG seats across 112 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 Kerala?

The most popular PG specialities in Kerala are DNBGENERAL MEDICINE (45 seats), DNBOBG (33 seats), DNBPAEDIATRICS (30 seats), DNBORTHOPAEDICS (30 seats), DNBEMERGENCY MEDICINE (27 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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