FAQ in Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh
Complete information about faq for NEET counselling in Lahaul and Spiti district.
NEET Counselling FAQs for Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh
General Questions
Q: What is the NEET qualifying cutoff for 2026? A: General category students need minimum 50th percentile (approx 137+ marks out of 720). OBC/SC/ST need 40th percentile (approx 107+). PwD candidates need 45th percentile. Note that these are minimum qualifying scores — actual college cutoffs are much higher.
Q: Can students from other states apply to Lahaul and Spiti colleges? A: Yes, for AIQ seats (15% of government seats), any Indian student can apply. For state quota seats (85%), you need valid Himachal Pradesh domicile. Private colleges may have management quota seats open to all-India candidates.
Q: When does NEET counselling start for Lahaul and Spiti students? A: NEET UG counselling typically starts in July after NEET results. First register on MCC portal for AIQ seats, then on Himachal Pradesh state counselling portal for state quota.
Q: Is there Himachal Pradesh state quota in Lahaul and Spiti medical colleges? A: Yes, 85% of government college seats are reserved for Himachal Pradesh state quota. Lahaul and Spiti students with valid Himachal Pradesh domicile can claim these seats.
Q: How many medical colleges are in Lahaul and Spiti? A: Lahaul and Spiti has 0 NMC-approved medical college(s). 0 government and 0 private.
Q: Do I need to register for both MCC and Himachal Pradesh counselling? A: Yes, always register for both. MCC handles AIQ and central institution seats, while Himachal Pradesh counselling covers 85% state quota seats. Skipping either limits your options.