The NEET 2025 results are finally out, and over 11 lakh students have cleared the exam. This year’s highest score is 686 marks — and now begins the real challenge: securing an MBBS seat in India.
✅ NEET 2025 Qualifying Marks (Category-Wise)
Here is the official NEET 2025 cut-off released by NTA for each category:
| Category | Cut-off Percentile | Cut-off Marks | Qualified Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50th Percentile | 686 – 144 | 11,01,151 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 143 – 113 | 88,692 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 143 – 113 | 31,995 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 143 – 113 | 13,940 |
| UR / EWS – PwBD | 45th Percentile | 143 – 127 | 472 |
| OBC / SC / ST – PwBD | 40th Percentile | 126 – 113 | As per official report |
Note: Qualifying NEET does not ensure an MBBS seat. It only makes you eligible for counselling participation.
📊 NEET 2025 Marks vs Rank (Expected)
Based on NEET trends from 2021 to 2025, here is the expected rank vs marks for NEET 2025:
| NEET 2025 Marks | Expected Rank Range |
|---|---|
| 686 – 570 | 1 – 5,525 |
| 569 – 501 | 5,526 – 50,496 |
| 500 – 460 | 50,497 – 1,05,741 |
| 459 – 382 | 1.05L – 2.40L |
| 381 – 301 | 2.40L – 4.40L |
| 300 and below | 4.40L+ |
Note: Use this table to estimate your national rank and plan your college preferences accordingly.
🏥 What Type of College Can You Get Based on Your NEET Score?
Here's a score-wise breakdown of what kind of MBBS colleges you can expect in India:
| Marks Range | College Type | Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 660 – 570 | AIIMS, MAMC, KGMU, UCMS (Govt. AIQ) | Excellent |
| 569 – 501 | Top State Govt. Colleges (85% quota) | High |
| 500 – 460 | Semi-Govt / Private Colleges (under State Quota) | Moderate |
| 459 – 382 | Private Colleges (through Management / Open Quota) | Good (with budget flexibility) |
| Below 380 | Deemed Univ., BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BPT, BSc Nursing, etc. | Explore alternative medical careers |
🗺️ State-Wise Counselling Strategy
In India, NEET counselling takes place at two levels:
- 1️⃣ All India Quota (15% Seats)
- Conducted by MCC.
- Open to all India students.
- Includes AIIMS, JIPMER, and central institutions.
- 2️⃣ State Quota (85% Seats)
- Conducted by individual states.
- Only for domicile candidates (in most cases).
- Includes state-run and private colleges.
⏳ Don’t miss deadlines – each state releases its own counselling schedule!
🔍 Safe NEET Scores for MBBS Admission in India
Here’s a quick look at safe scores to aim for in 2025 admissions:
| College Type | Safe Score (UR) | Safe Score (OBC/SC/ST) |
|---|---|---|
| Govt. MBBS (AIQ) | 610+ | 570+ |
| Govt. MBBS (State Quota) | 560+ | 500+ |
| Semi-Govt / Pvt MBBS (State) | 480+ | 450+ |
| Deemed Univ. MBBS | 420+ | 380+ |
| Management Quota | 300+ | 250+ |
✨ Final Words
Whether you’re aiming for AIIMS or open to exploring private MBBS options — success in medical admissions depends on clarity, timing, and expert support.