NEET 2026 Seat Matrix: Total MBBS Seats State Wise
The most important thing before NEET 2026 counselling is the seat matrix. Knowing how many MBBS seats exist, where they are, and in which category is very important to make the right strategy.
In this blog, we will give you complete information about the NEET 2026 seat matrix - total seats, state wise breakdown, government vs private, AIQ vs state quota.
NEET 2026: Total MBBS Seats in India
In NEET 2026, the total number of MBBS seats across India is expected to be about 1,08,000 - 1,10,000. This number is increasing every year because new medical colleges are opening and seats in existing colleges are increasing.
Seat Distribution Overview
Seat Type | Approx Seats | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Government Colleges | ~50,000 | ~46% |
Private Colleges | ~48,000 | ~44% |
Deemed/Central Universities | ~10,000 | ~10% |
Total | ~1,08,000 | 100% |
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State Wise MBBS Seats 2026
Government MBBS Seats by State
State | Government Colleges | Total Govt Seats |
|---|---|---|
Andhra Pradesh | 15 | 2,100 |
Assam | 8 | 900 |
Bihar | 12 | 1,650 |
Chhattisgarh | 6 | 750 |
Delhi | 7 | 850 |
Gujarat | 20 | 2,800 |
Haryana | 8 | 1,100 |
Himachal Pradesh | 4 | 500 |
Jammu & Kashmir | 6 | 850 |
Jharkhand | 5 | 650 |
Karnataka | 20 | 2,800 |
Kerala | 8 | 1,200 |
Madhya Pradesh | 14 | 1,900 |
Maharashtra | 28 | 3,800 |
Odisha | 8 | 1,100 |
Punjab | 6 | 850 |
Rajasthan | 15 | 2,100 |
Tamil Nadu | 22 | 3,200 |
Telangana | 12 | 1,700 |
Uttar Pradesh | 30 | 4,200 |
Uttarakhand | 5 | 700 |
West Bengal | 14 | 2,000 |
Others (NE states, etc.) | 20 | 2,500 |
Total Government | ~275 | ~50,000 |
Private MBBS Seats by State
State | Private Colleges | Total Private Seats |
|---|---|---|
Karnataka | 25 | 3,750 |
Maharashtra | 20 | 3,000 |
Tamil Nadu | 18 | 2,700 |
Uttar Pradesh | 16 | 2,400 |
Andhra Pradesh | 14 | 2,100 |
Gujarat | 12 | 1,800 |
Rajasthan | 10 | 1,500 |
Kerala | 8 | 1,200 |
Punjab | 6 | 900 |
Others | 30 | 4,500 |
Total Private | ~160 | ~48,000 |
Note: These are estimated numbers. Actual numbers will be released on the counselling website. Stay updated through our Counselling page.
AIQ (All India Quota) Seats 2026
AIQ seats are seats available for candidates from all over India. These are 15% of seats from government and private colleges across the country.
AIQ Seat Matrix 2026 (Expected)
Category | AIQ MBBS Seats |
|---|---|
General | ~5,000 |
OBC-NCL (27%) | ~2,700 |
SC (15%) | ~1,500 |
ST (7.5%) | ~750 |
EWS (10%) | ~1,000 |
Total AIQ | ~10,000 |
AIQ Seat Distribution by College Type
College Type | AIQ Seats |
|---|---|
Central Universities (DU, BHU, AMU, etc.) | 2,500 |
State Government Colleges (15% quota) | 6,500 |
ESIC Colleges | 500 |
JIPMER | 500 |
Total | ~10,000 |
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State Quota Seats 2026
In state quota seats, 85% of seats are reserved for state level candidates.
State Quota Distribution
State | Total State Quota Seats (Approx) |
|---|---|
Uttar Pradesh | 3,500 |
Maharashtra | 3,200 |
Karnataka | 2,400 |
Tamil Nadu | 2,700 |
Rajasthan | 1,800 |
Gujarat | 2,400 |
Bihar | 1,400 |
Madhya Pradesh | 1,600 |
Andhra Pradesh | 1,800 |
Telangana | 1,400 |
West Bengal | 1,700 |
Kerala | 1,000 |
Other States | 5,000 |
Total | ~40,000 |
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Year-over-Year Seat Matrix Comparison
Year | Total MBBS Seats | Increase | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
2019 | 79,000 | - | - |
2020 | 85,000 | 6,000 | 7.6% |
2021 | 92,000 | 7,000 | 8.2% |
2022 | 97,000 | 5,000 | 5.4% |
2023 | 1,01,000 | 4,000 | 4.1% |
2024 | 1,05,000 | 4,000 | 3.9% |
2025 | 1,07,000 | 2,000 | 1.9% |
2026 (Est.) | 1,08,000 - 1,10,000 | 1,000 - 3,000 | ~2% |
Trend Analysis: MBBS seats are increasing every year, but the growth rate is slowing down. In 2026, about 1,000-3,000 new seats are expected to be added.
Category Wise Seat Distribution
General Category
- **AIQ:** ~5,000 seats (50% of AIQ)
- **State Quota:** ~20,000 seats
- **Private:** ~15,000 seats (non-reserved)
OBC-NCL Category
- **AIQ:** ~2,700 seats (27% of AIQ)
- **State Quota:** ~10,000 seats (depends on state)
- **Private:** Varies by state
SC Category
- **AIQ:** ~1,500 seats (15% of AIQ)
- **State Quota:** ~7,000 seats (15% of state quota)
- **Private:** Reservation applies in private colleges
ST Category
- **AIQ:** ~750 seats (7.5% of AIQ)
- **State Quota:** ~3,500 seats (varies by state)
- **Private:** Reservation applies in private colleges
EWS Category
- **AIQ:** ~1,000 seats (10% of AIQ)
- **State Quota:** ~4,000 seats (10% of state quota)
- **Private:** EWS reservation in some states
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BDS Seats 2026
Total BDS seats have also increased in NEET 2026:
Seat Type | Approx BDS Seats |
|---|---|
Government BDS | ~15,000 |
Private BDS | ~25,000 |
Total BDS | ~40,000 |
How to Use Seat Matrix for Counselling Strategy
Step 1: Know Total Seats
First, get an idea of overall seats - how many government, private, and deemed seats there are.
Step 2: Identify Your Category Seats
Calculate the total available seats in your category.
Step 3: State Wise Analysis
Look at the number of seats in your state and other states.
Step 4: Compare with Previous Years
Look at the seat trend year by year - where the increase has happened.
Step 5: Make Choice List Strategy
Create your choice list based on the seat matrix.
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Important Note About Seat Matrix
The seat matrix is released during counselling, not before. But you can estimate based on previous year data. The official seat matrix is released on MCC and state counselling websites.
Our Predictor analyzes previous data and gives you an estimate.
Top States with Maximum MBBS Seats
Rank | State | Total MBBS Seats (Govt + Private) |
|---|---|---|
1 | Maharashtra | ~6,800 |
2 | Karnataka | ~6,550 |
3 | Uttar Pradesh | ~6,600 |
4 | Tamil Nadu | ~5,900 |
5 | Andhra Pradesh | ~4,200 |
6 | Gujarat | ~4,600 |
7 | Rajasthan | ~3,600 |
8 | Telangana | ~3,100 |
9 | West Bengal | ~3,700 |
10 | Kerala | ~2,200 |
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