Planning for NEET UG 2026 Counselling? One of the most important things every medical aspirant should know is the Statewise MBBS Seat Matrix for Academic Year (AY) 2026-27. Understanding the number of seats available in each state helps students make better decisions during All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota Counselling.
In this blog, we have shared the latest state-wise MBBS seat matrix (excluding seats of Institutes of National Importance (INIs) such as AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, BHU, AMU, etc.) along with useful counselling tips.
If you are looking for personalized MBBS admission guidance, ShikshaMed is here to help you throughout your NEET counselling journey.
The MBBS Seat Matrix is the complete list of medical colleges and seats available for admission in a particular academic year.
It includes:
Note: The below data does not include seats of Institutes of National Importance (INIs).
| Sr. No. | State / UT | Govt Colleges | Govt Total Seats | Private Colleges | Private Total Seats | Total Colleges | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andaman & Nicobar | 1 | 114 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 114 |
| 2 | Andhra Pradesh | 19 | 3,515 | 21 | 3,950 | 40 | 7,465 |
| 3 | Arunachal Pradesh | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| 4 | Assam | 15 | 1,875 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 1,875 |
| 5 | Bihar | 12 | 1,710 | 14 | 2,450 | 26 | 4,160 |
| 6 | Chandigarh | 1 | 200 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 200 |
| 7 | Chhattisgarh | 5 | 250 | 1 | 100 | 6 | 350 |
| 8 | Chhattisgarh | 10 | 1,475 | 5 | 1,100 | 15 | 2,575 |
| 9 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 1 | 177 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 177 |
| 10 | Delhi | 8 | 1,165 | 2 | 250 | 10 | 1,415 |
| 11 | Goa | 1 | 250 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 250 |
| 12 | Gujarat | 23 | 4,250 | 19 | 3,500 | 42 | 7,750 |
| 13 | Haryana | 8 | 1,060 | 10 | 1,900 | 18 | 2,960 |
| 14 | Himachal Pradesh | 6 | 721 | 1 | 150 | 7 | 871 |
| 15 | Jammu & Kashmir | 10 | 1,525 | 1 | 150 | 11 | 1,675 |
| 16 | Jharkhand | 6 | 800 | 4 | 700 | 10 | 1,500 |
| 17 | Karnataka | 24 | 4,400 | 51 | 10,995 | 75 | 15,395 |
| 18 | Kerala | 14 | 1,855 | 22 | 3,849 | 36 | 5,704 |
| 19 | Madhya Pradesh | 20 | 3,020 | 14 | 3,000 | 34 | 6,020 |
| 20 | Maharashtra | 42 | 6,000 | 44 | 7,099 | 86 | 13,099 |
| 21 | Manipur | 3 | 400 | 1 | 150 | 4 | 550 |
| 22 | Meghalaya | 2 | 100 | 1 | 150 | 3 | 250 |
| 23 | Mizoram | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| 24 | Nagaland | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| 25 | Odisha | 14 | 1,850 | 6 | 1,100 | 20 | 2,950 |
| 26 | Puducherry | 1 | 180 | 7 | 1,600 | 8 | 1,780 |
| 27 | Punjab | 5 | 900 | 7 | 950 | 12 | 1,850 |
| 28 | Rajasthan | 33 | 4,480 | 18 | 3,600 | 51 | 8,080 |
| 29 | Sikkim | 1 | 100 | 1 | 100 | 2 | 200 |
| 30 | Tamil Nadu | 37 | 5,349 | 41 | 8,650 | 78 | 13,999 |
| 31 | Telangana | 36 | 4,400 | 30 | 5,850 | 66 | 10,250 |
| 32 | Tripura | 1 | 200 | 2 | 300 | 3 | 500 |
| 33 | Uttar Pradesh | 49 | 5,700 | 39 | 8,300 | 88 | 14,000 |
| 34 | Uttarakhand | 5 | 625 | 4 | 850 | 9 | 1,475 |
| 35 | West Bengal | 25 | 4,350 | 16 | 2,850 | 41 | 7,200 |
The states offering the maximum MBBS seats are:
| Rank | State | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karnataka | 15,395 |
| 2 | Uttar Pradesh | 14,000 |
| 3 | Tamil Nadu | 13,999 |
| 4 | Maharashtra | 13,099 |
| 5 | Telangana | 10,250 |
| 6 | Rajasthan | 8,080 |
| 7 | Gujarat | 7,750 |
| 8 | Andhra Pradesh | 7,465 |
| 9 | West Bengal | 7,200 |
| 10 | Madhya Pradesh | 6,020 |
These states provide more opportunities for NEET-qualified candidates due to their higher number of government and private medical colleges.
The MBBS seat matrix helps students:
Government medical colleges generally offer:
Private medical colleges offer:
Choosing the right college depends on your NEET score, budget, domicile, and career goals.
Admission to MBBS seats is conducted through:
Students must qualify NEET UG 2026 to participate in the counselling process.
Choosing the right medical college can be confusing. ShikshaMed is one of India’s trusted medical admission consultancy platforms, helping students make informed decisions during MBBS counselling.
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Our experienced counsellors help students select the best colleges according to their NEET rank, budget, category, and preferences, ensuring a smooth admission process.
The Statewise MBBS Seat Matrix 2026-27 is an essential resource for every NEET aspirant. Knowing the number of seats available in each state allows students to plan their counselling strategy more effectively and improve their chances of securing an MBBS seat.
If you need expert guidance for NEET UG 2026 counselling, college selection, documentation, or admission support, ShikshaMed is ready to assist you at every stage of your medical admission journey.
Is this seat matrix applicable for NEET UG 2026?
Yes, this table represents the Academic Year 2026-27 MBBS seat matrix (excluding INIs).
Are AIIMS seats included?
No. Seats of Institutes of National Importance (INIs) such as AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, BHU, and AMU are excluded.
Which state has the highest MBBS seats?
Karnataka currently has the highest number of MBBS seats among the listed states.
Can I participate in multiple state counselling processes?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria of those respective states.
Does ShikshaMed provide counselling support?
Yes. ShikshaMed offers complete guidance for NEET UG counselling, MBBS admissions in India and abroad, government colleges, private colleges, NRI quota, and management quota admissions.
