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By Ankit Gupta
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Updated on 21 Jul 2026, 12:03 IST
Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling 2026 will cover 8,080 NMC-listed MBBS seats, an increase of 900 seats from the 7,180 seats available in 2025. This translates into year-on-year seat growth of approximately 12.53%. Significantly, the entire increase has come from private medical colleges: private MBBS intake has risen from 2,700 to 3,600 seats, while the government medical college intake remains unchanged at 4,480 seats.
Rajasthan has also recorded an increase in the number of candidates qualifying NEET UG. A total of 1,33,140 Rajasthan candidates qualified NEET UG 2026, compared with 1,19,865 in 2025. This is an increase of 13,275 candidates, or 11.07%. Of the 1,92,023 candidates who appeared from the state, approximately 69.34% qualified.
The additional private MBBS seats may improve admission possibilities for candidates who are open to private medical colleges. Competition for government MBBS seats, however, is likely to remain intense because the government intake has not increased, while the number of qualified candidates has grown.
| Particulars | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
| Total NMC-listed MBBS seats | 7,180 | 8,080 | +900 |
| Overall seat growth | — | 12.53% | — |
| Government MBBS seats | 4,480 | 4,480 | No change |
| Private MBBS seats | 2,700 | 3,600 | +900 |
| Growth in private seats | — | 33.33% | — |
| Rajasthan candidates qualified | 1,19,865 | 1,33,140 | +13,275 |
| Growth in qualified candidates | — | 11.07% | — |
| Candidates who appeared in 2026 | — | 1,92,023 | — |
| NEET qualification rate in 2026 | — | 69.34% | — |
Source note: Seat figures are based on the NMC MBBS seat matrix for the 2026–27 academic year. Candidate figures are based on state-wise NEET UG 2026 result data. Percentages have been calculated from the published totals.
Rajasthan has 8,080 NMC-listed MBBS seats for the 2026–27 academic year. The total has increased from 7,180 seats in 2025 after the addition of 900 private medical college seats.
The increase can be calculated as follows:
Seat increase:
8,080 − 7,180 = 900 seats
Percentage increase:
900 ÷ 7,180 × 100 = 12.53%
Rajasthan is therefore among the states recording substantial MBBS seat expansion in 2026. However, the nature of this growth is important: no additional seats have been added to the government medical college category.
| College category | 2025 seats | 2026 seats | Seats added | Percentage change |
| Government medical colleges | 4,480 | 4,480 | 0 | 0% |
| Private medical colleges | 2,700 | 3,600 | 900 | 33.33% |
| Total | 7,180 | 8,080 | 900 | 12.53% |
The figures show that the expansion in the Rajasthan MBBS seat matrix 2026 is entirely private-sector driven. Private medical colleges now account for approximately 44.55% of the NMC-listed MBBS seats in the state, while government colleges account for around 55.45%.
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Rajasthan’s government MBBS intake remains fixed at 4,480 seats for 2026. In comparison, the private medical college intake has expanded by one-third, rising from 2,700 to 3,600 seats.
The 900-seat increase consists of:
This distinction is important for candidates. Although Rajasthan’s total MBBS capacity has grown considerably, the expansion will primarily benefit students exploring private, management or other applicable seat categories rather than those competing exclusively for subsidised government seats.
Nine private medical colleges in Rajasthan received either fresh approval or an increase in their MBBS intake for the 2026–27 academic year.
| Private medical college | 2025 intake | Seats added | 2026 intake | Status |
| Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Rajsamand | 150 | 50 | 200 | Intake increased |
| Arya Medical College and Hospital | 50 | 100 | 150 | Intake increased |
| Balvir Singh Tomar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research | 150 | 100 | 250 | Intake increased |
| Bharat Vikas Institute of Medical Sciences, Kota | 0 | 150 | 150 | New medical college |
| Dr. B. S. Tomar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Jaipur | 0 | 150 | 150 | New medical college |
| Geetanjali Institute of Medical Sciences | 150 | 100 | 250 | Intake increased |
| JIET Medical College and Hospital | 150 | 100 | 250 | Intake increased |
| Prince Medical College and Hospital, Sikar | 0 | 50 | 50 | New medical college |
| Sudha Medical College, Kota | 100 | 100 | 200 | Intake increased |
| Total | 700 | 900 | 1,600 | — |
A total of 1,33,140 candidates from Rajasthan qualified NEET UG 2026.
This represents an increase of 13,275 qualified candidates compared with the previous year:
| Particulars | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
| Qualified candidates | 1,19,865 | 1,33,140 | +13,275 |
| Percentage change | — | — | +11.07% |
The percentage increase has been calculated as:
13,275 ÷ 1,19,865 × 100 = 11.07%
Rajasthan’s candidate growth differs from the pattern reported in several other major states, where the number of qualifying students declined. The increase means that a larger pool of students is eligible to participate in MBBS, BDS and other NEET-based admission processes in 2026.
Rajasthan’s NEET UG 2026 qualification rate was approximately 69.34% among candidates who appeared for the examination.
The state-wise figures were:
| Candidate data | Number |
| Registered candidates | 2,08,583 |
| Candidates who appeared | 1,92,023 |
| Qualified candidates | 1,33,140 |
| Qualification rate among those who appeared | 69.34% |
The qualification rate is calculated as:
1,33,140 ÷ 1,92,023 × 100 = 69.34%
The rate should be calculated using candidates who appeared, not the number who registered. Using registrations as the denominator would produce a different percentage and would not represent the examination success rate among test-takers.
The effect is likely to differ between government and private medical colleges.
The number of private MBBS seats has increased by 33.33%, while the number of qualified Rajasthan candidates has risen by 11.07%. Because private seat growth is substantially higher than candidate growth, candidates considering private medical education may receive more options during Rajasthan NEET UG choice filling.
New colleges and increased intake can also result in:
These are likely outcomes rather than guaranteed cutoff changes. Actual admission trends will depend on fees, college location, hospital infrastructure, recognition status, candidate preferences and seat-category rules.
Government MBBS seats remain unchanged at 4,480, but the qualified candidate pool has increased by 13,275. Therefore, the additional 900 seats do not directly increase the number of regular government MBBS opportunities.
An illustrative comparison shows the difference:
| Competition indicator | 2025 | 2026 |
| Qualified candidates per total NMC-listed MBBS seat | 16.69 | 16.48 |
| Qualified candidates per government MBBS seat | 26.76 | 29.72 |
The overall candidates-per-seat ratio improves marginally because of the private seat increase. In contrast, the qualified-candidates-per-government-seat ratio rises because the government seat count is unchanged.
These ratios are only broad indicators. Not every qualified Rajasthan candidate will enter state counselling, and candidates may participate through AIQ, other states, deemed universities, AYUSH programmes or alternative courses.
The Rajasthan NEET cutoff 2026 cannot be determined solely from the number of qualified candidates or the total seat increase.
Competition for Rajasthan government medical colleges is expected to remain strong because:
Consequently, candidates should not assume that the addition of 900 overall seats will automatically lower the government MBBS cutoff.
Private medical college closing ranks may show greater movement because all newly added seats belong to private institutions. However, the effect will not be identical across colleges.
Established private colleges with stronger hospitals, locations and academic reputations may continue to close at competitive ranks. Newly approved colleges or institutions with higher fee structures may remain available until later counselling stages.
The final cutoff will depend on:
As a general counselling framework, eligible government medical college seats are divided into:
MCC also handles seats in central and deemed institutions under the applicable counselling framework, while the Rajasthan counselling authority manages eligible state-quota seats and seats in participating private colleges.
Applying the 15:85 ratio mechanically to Rajasthan’s 4,480 government MBBS seats gives the following indicative distribution:
| Quota | Percentage | Indicative seats |
| All India Quota | 15% | 672 |
| Rajasthan State Quota | 85% | 3,808 |
| Total government seats | 100% | 4,480 |
The figures of 672 AIQ seats and 3,808 state-quota seats are mathematical estimates, not the final counselling matrix.
The final number may differ because:
Candidates should use the final MCC and Rajasthan counselling seat matrices when filling choices.
Rajasthan state counselling for MBBS and BDS admission is conducted by the designated NEET UG Medical and Dental Admission/Counselling Board, Rajasthan, under the state medical education framework.
The state process covers eligible seats in participating:
The 15% All India Quota and eligible central institutional seats are managed separately through MCC counselling.
Candidates seeking Rajasthan MBBS admission 2026 will generally need to complete the following stages.
Candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 and satisfy the eligibility requirements for the category of seats they are applying for.
State-quota admission may involve conditions relating to:
Candidates should rely on the 2026 information booklet for the exact eligibility conditions.
Eligible candidates must register on the Rajasthan NEET UG counselling portal within the notified dates.
The application normally requires:
Registration for MCC counselling is separate from Rajasthan state registration.
Candidates must pay the prescribed registration fee and any refundable security amount applicable to their college or seat category.
The amount may differ for:
Payment should be completed before the deadline because an unpaid or incomplete application may not be considered.
Candidates must upload clear and valid copies of the required certificates. Depending on the official rules, physical or online document verification may also be required.
Commonly required documents include:
The final list must be checked in the Rajasthan counselling prospectus.
The counselling authority prepares a state merit list using NEET UG rank and the candidate’s eligibility status.
Being listed in the merit list does not guarantee admission. It allows the candidate to participate in choice filling and seat allotment, subject to the applicable rules.
Before submitting preferences, candidates should review the round-specific Rajasthan MBBS and BDS seat matrix.
The matrix normally shows:
The seat matrix may change between rounds.
Candidates select colleges and courses in their preferred order.
Choice order is important because the allotment system considers:
Candidates should place their most preferred realistic choice first and include an adequate number of backup options.
The counselling authority processes the choices and publishes the seat-allotment result.
A seat may be allotted based on the candidate’s:
Candidates should download the allotment letter and follow the round-specific instructions.
Candidates who accept an allotted seat must report within the prescribed period.
Reporting may involve:
Failure to report by the deadline can result in cancellation of the allotment.
Depending on the rules of the round, a candidate may be able to:
The consequences of non-joining, resignation and participation in later rounds can differ. Candidates must read the round-specific rules before making a decision. The broad counselling workflow consists of registration, merit processing, choice filling, allotment and reporting.
Rajasthan NEET UG counselling is expected to include four main stages:
| Counselling stage | Main purpose |
| Round 1 | Initial allotment of available MBBS and BDS seats |
| Round 2 | Filling seats left vacant after Round 1 and processing upgrades |
| Round 3 or mop-up round | Filling vacancies remaining after the first two rounds |
| Stray vacancy round | Filling eligible seats still vacant after the regular rounds |
The Rajasthan MBBS seat increase is positive, but its value depends on the type of seat a candidate is targeting.
Government-seat aspirants should continue to prepare for strong competition. The 4,480-seat government intake has not increased, and Rajasthan has recorded 13,275 more qualified candidates than in 2025.
A high number of new private seats does not directly create additional low-fee government MBBS opportunities.
Candidates open to private medical education may benefit more directly. They will have:
Candidates should compare tuition fees, hostel charges, clinical exposure, hospital patient load, location, university affiliation and institutional approvals before selecting a college.
Candidates whose ranks were not sufficient for a preferred private college in previous years may have better possibilities in 2026. However, previous-year closing ranks should be used only as reference points because seat additions can change preference patterns across the entire state.
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Rajasthan has 8,080 NMC-listed MBBS seats for 2026–27, compared with 7,180 in 2025. The total has increased by 900 seats, or approximately 12.53%. This figure excludes Institutes of National Importance such as AIIMS Jodhpur.
Nine colleges received additional seats. New colleges are Bharat Vikas Institute of Medical Sciences, Dr. B. S. Tomar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, and Prince Medical College and Hospital. Intake was increased at Ananta Institute, Arya Medical College, Balvir Singh Tomar Institute, Geetanjali Institute of Medical Sciences, JIET Medical College and Sudha Medical College.
A total of 1,33,140 Rajasthan candidates qualified NEET UG 2026. This is 13,275 more than the 1,19,865 candidates who qualified in 2025, representing growth of 11.07%.
Rajasthan’s qualification rate was approximately 69.34% among candidates who appeared. A total of 1,92,023 candidates appeared, of whom 1,33,140 qualified.
The process generally includes online registration, fee payment, document submission, publication of the state merit list, seat-matrix release, choice filling, choice locking, seat allotment, document verification and reporting to the allotted college.
Eligible government seats are broadly divided into 15% All India Quota and 85% Rajasthan State Quota
Rajasthan is expected to conduct four principal stages: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 or mop-up, and a stray vacancy round. The exact number and rules will be confirmed through the official 2026 counselling schedule. Additional vacancy rounds may be announced if seats remain unfilled.