The National Testing Agency (NTA) establishes the NEET 2026 qualifying marks, a prerequisite for eligibility, distinct from the Puducherry NEET MBBS cutoff—the closing rank for securing admission. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) governs 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, with the state authority managing the 85% State Quota for Puducherry NEET UG admissions. This Puducherry NEET cutoff 2026, including for JIPMER Puducherry, factors in seat availability, candidate preferences, and vertical reservations like 27% for OBC-NCL and 15% for SC. All provided 2026 cutoff data remains expected and not official.
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Puducherry MBBS Admission: Expected 2026 Scores by Category
This section details the expected qualifying scores and percentiles across various categories for 2026. Aspiring candidates targeting JIPMER Puducherry should aim for an All India Rank around 15753. You will find comprehensive information to guide your preparation.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Cutoff Score |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50th Percentile | N/A |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | N/A |
| SC | 40th Percentile | N/A |
| ST | 40th Percentile | N/A |
| UR / EWS – PwBD | 45th Percentile | N/A |
| OBC – PwBD | 40th Percentile | N/A |
| SC – PwBD | 40th Percentile | N/A |
| ST – PwBD | 40th Percentile | N/A |
The table above outlines the qualifying percentiles and expected cutoff scores for different categories in the upcoming NEET 2026 exam. General category students need a minimum 50th percentile, while OBC/SC/ST candidates require a 40th percentile to qualify.
NEET UG 2026: All India vs. Puducherry State Quota
The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) manages the Puducherry NEET UG counselling, overseeing the 85% State Quota. The remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) is handled by MCC. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for your admission strategy.
| Category | R1 AIR | R1 Score | R2 AIR | R2 Score | R3 AIR | R3 Score | R4 AIR | R4 Score | R5 AIR | R5 Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 8929 | 676 | 14702 | 666 | 16863 | 663 | 22670 | 655 | 25167 | 652 |
| OBC | 12641 | 670 | 16538 | 664 | 19840 | 659 | 23741 | 654 | – | – |
| EWS | 14857 | 666 | 19490 | 660 | 24495 | 652 | 26471 | 650 | – | – |
| SC | 76699 | 600 | 106010 | 575 | 110518 | 572 | 134502 | 552 | – | – |
| ST | 100450 | 580 | 113791 | 569 | 106967 | 575 | – | – | – | – |
The table above details the MBBS All India Quota (AIQ) cutoff ranks and scores for Puducherry Government Medical Colleges in 2024, showing the progression across five counselling rounds.
- AIQ Counselling Authority: Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
- State Quota Counselling Authority: Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC)
- AIQ Percentage: 15%
- State Quota Percentage: 85%
- Total Government MBBS Seats: 423
- Total Private MBBS Seats: 1450
| Categories | NEET 2024 Cut-off Score | NEET 2023 Cut-off Score |
|---|---|---|
| GEN | 610 | 548 |
| OBC | 593 | 530 |
| SC | 403 | 351 |
| EWS | 358 | 296 |
For Government Medical Colleges under the State Quota, the 2024 cutoff scores were notably higher across all categories compared to 2023 scores.
- General Qualifying Criteria (2026): Minimum 50th percentile (approx 137+ marks).
- OBC/SC/ST Qualifying Criteria (2026): Minimum 40th percentile (approx 107+ marks).
- PwD Qualifying Criteria (2026): Minimum 45th percentile.
- NRI & Management Quotas: Higher cut-offs apply to private and deemed universities.
Several factors influenced the exam's cutoff for 2026, including the total number of students, the difficulty level of the examination, available MBBS and BDS seats, qualified candidates, and reservation policies.
| Categories | NEET 2024 Closing Rank | NEET 2023 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| GEN | 350 | 269 |
| OBC | 867 | 592 |
| SC | 6617 | 3985 |
JIPMER's All India Quota closing ranks for 2024 were generally higher than those observed in 2023, indicating increased competition for the institution.
| Category | MGMCRI Closing Rank | JIPMER Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| GEN | 55 | 350 |
| OBC | 242 | 867 |
| SC | 965 | 6,617 |
| ST | – | 8,697 |
| EWS | – | 1,464 |
For private medical colleges in Puducherry, the 2024 closing ranks for MGMCRI and JIPMER show the competitive landscape for admissions in these institutions.
JIPMER Puducherry: Expected 2026 Ranks and Scores
This section provides expected JIPMER Puducherry ranks and scores for 2026, offering crucial insights for your admission planning. The data includes category-wise rank ranges, opening and closing ranks, and safe score estimates, derived from previous year trends. Remember, these are indi
| Category | Expected Opening Rank | Expected Closing Rank | Safe Score (Out of 720) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 100 | 250 - 300 | 705+ |
| OBC | 300 | 600 - 700 | 700+ |
| SC | 2000 | 4000 - 4500 | 660+ |
| ST | 5000 | 10000 - 12000 | 635+ |
| EWS | 300 | 700 - 800 | 695+ |
This table illustrates the expected opening and closing ranks, along with safe scores, for various categories at JIPMER Puducherry in 2026, providing a clear benchmark for your target performance.
All provided 2026 cutoff data is expected and not official, serving as indicative estimates for your planning.
- Release: The cutoff is expected soon after the Re NEET UG 2026 result.
- Format: It will be announced with opening and closing ranks for counselling rounds.
- Basis: These expected ranks are indicative estimates from previous year trends.
The 2026 cutoff trend may remain close to the 2025 level, with slight changes based on exam difficulty, candidate performance, counselling trends, and seat competition.
- Influencing Factors: Exam difficulty, candidate numbers, seat availability, reservation, counselling rounds, and preferences.
- Competition: Expect consistently high competition for All India and Puducherry domicile seats.
Pondicherry Medical College 2026: OBC-PH and SC-GS Trends
This section details the expected 2026 admission trends for OBC and SC categories, including PwD candidates. You can review the projected opening and closing ranks for MBBS admissions, along with previous years' qualifying scores and percentile data to understand the competitive landsca
| Category | Opening Cutoff Rank | Closing Cutoff Rank |
|---|---|---|
| OBC | 3,000 | 52,000 |
| SC | 8,000 | 1,05,000 |
| General-PwD | 14,000 | 5,00,000 |
This table illustrates the projected range for the 2026 cutoff, indicating that OBC candidates may expect ranks between 3,000 and 52,000. SC candidates could see ranks from 8,000 to 1,05,000, while General-PwD candidates have a broader expected range from 14,000 to 5,00,000.
NEET 2026 Qualifying Marks vs. Puducherry Admission Thresholds
The Centralized Admission Committee (CENTAC) will release the admission thresholds after the NEET UG exam. This section outlines the definition, influencing factors, and historical data for qualifying marks and state quota admissions, helping you understand the admission landscape.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Cutoff Score |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50th Percentile | 686 – 144 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 143 – 113 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 143 – 113 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 143 – 113 |
| UR / EWS – PwBD | 45th Percentile | 143 – 127 |
| OBC – PwBD | 40th Percentile | 126 – 113 |
| SC – PwBD | 40th Percentile | 126 – 113 |
| ST – PwBD | 40th Percentile | 126 – 113 |
This table illustrates the minimum qualifying percentile and corresponding scores required for various categories in the 2025 NEET UG exam, providing a benchmark for future admissions.
- Admission Authority (15% AIQ): Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
- Admission Authority (85% State Quota): Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC)
- Cutoff Definition: The minimum rank or score for a preferred college seat.
Several factors influence the cutoff for 2026. These include the total number of students taking the exam, its difficulty level, and the available MBBS and BDS seats in Puducherry.
| Location | Category | AIR | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puducherry(PY) | GN | 22390 | 532 |
| Puducherry(PY) | OBC | 41771 | 510 |
| Puducherry(PY) | EWS | 354130 | 334 |
| Puducherry(PY) | SC | 135577 | 441 |
| Puducherry(PY) | ST | 599794 | 250 |
| Karaikal | GN | 48316 | 503 |
| Karaikal | OBC | 50152 | 502 |
| Karaikal | EWS | 449518 | 298 |
| Karaikal | SC | 163196 | 425 |
This table presents the 2025 state quota cutoff scores and All India Ranks for various categories at Indira Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute, highlighting admission benchmarks by location.
| Location | Category | AIR | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puducherry(PY) | GN | 65828 | 548 |
| Puducherry(PY) | OBC | 80588 | 530 |
| Puducherry(PY) | BCM | 91087 | 518 |
| Puducherry(PY) | EBC | 96767 | 512 |
| Puducherry(PY) | MBC | 113202 | 495 |
| Puducherry(PY) | EWS | 470398 | 279 |
| Puducherry(PY) | ESM | 131778 | 478 |
| Puducherry(PY) | SC | 336240 | 339 |
| Puducherry(PY) | FF | 452659 | 286 |
| Puducherry(PY) | MSP | 501728 | 268 |
| 10% Govt. Sch. (PY) | GN | 409961 | 304 |
| 10% Govt. Sch. (PY) | OBC | 911245 | 155 |
| 10% Govt. Sch. (PY) | MBC | 840533 | 170 |
| 10% Govt. Sch. (PY) | SC | 856778 | 166 |
| Karaikal | GN | 98929 | 510 |
| Karaikal | OBC | 160504 | 452 |
| Karaikal | BCM | 235390 | 397 |
| Karaikal | MBC | 286246 | 366 |
| Karaikal | SC | 686158 | 208 |
| Karaikal | FF | 345417 | 334 |
| 10% Govt. Sch. Karaikal | GN | 471074 | 279 |
| Mahe | GN | 71427 | 541 |
| Mahe | OBC | 127032 | 482 |
| Mahe | BCM | 263029 | 379 |
| 10% Govt. Sch. Mahe | GN | 164951 | 449 |
| Yanam | GN | 234420 | 397 |
| Yanam | MBC | 343473 | 335 |
| Yanam | SC | 407526 | 305 |
| MNG | GN | 228648 | 401 |
| NRI | GN | 1007258 | 138 |
The 2023 data for Indira Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute shows historical state quota cutoffs across different categories and locations, offering insights into past admission trends.
Puducherry MBBS Admission Trends: 2023-2026 Analysis
The admission requirements have shown increasing opening and closing requirements from 2021 to 2025. For 2026, the expected general category range is AIR 1,200 to 30,000, while SC/ST/OBC categories may open from AIR 3,000 to 11,000 and close at AIR 52,000 to 1,55,000.
| Year | Opening General Cutoff Rank | Closing General Cutoff Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 35,000 | 12,00,000 |
| 2022 | 32,000 | 9,00,000 |
| 2023 | 30,500 | 7,50,000 |
| 2024 | 28,500 | 5,50,000 |
| 2025 | 27,00 | 5,00,000* |
The table illustrates a consistent trend of decreasing opening and closing ranks for the general category from 2021 to 2025, indicating increasing competitiveness for MBBS admissions in Puducherry.
Factors Influencing Puducherry NEET 2026 Admission Ranks
The Puducherry NEET admission ranks for 2026 depend on several crucial factors each year, influencing whether ranks increase or decrease. Understanding these elements helps you anticipate the competition, seat availability, and overall counselling trends for admission.
- Number of Applicants: Higher applicant numbers increase competition.
- Exam Difficulty: A tough exam typically leads to lower cut-offs.
- Total Seats: Fewer available MBBS/BDS seats mean higher cut-offs.
- Qualified Candidates: The number of NEET-qualified candidates is a factor.
- Reservation Policies: Changes in policies can alter the cutoff ranks.
Beyond these general influences, specific reservation policies significantly shape the final cutoff ranks. These policies ensure equitable access to medical and dental seats across various categories.
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Vertical Reservation - OBC-NCL | 27% |
| Vertical Reservation - EWS | 10% |
| Vertical Reservation - SC | 15% |
| Vertical Reservation - ST | 7.5% |
| Vertical Reservation - PwD (Horizontal) | 5% |
| Horizontal Reservation - Children/Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters | 4% |
| Horizontal Reservation - People with Disabilities (PWD) | 5% |
| Horizontal Reservation - Wards of Ex-Servicemen (Ex) | 1% |
| Horizontal Reservation - Merit in Sports (MSP) | 1% |
These reservation percentages demonstrate how different categories receive specific allocations, directly impacting the minimum scores required for admission within each group. You should review these policies carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between NEET qualifying marks and the Puducherry NEET MBBS cutoff?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) establishes the NEET 2026 qualifying marks, which are a prerequisite for eligibility, while the Puducherry NEET MBBS cutoff is the closing rank for securing admission.
Which authorities manage the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota for Puducherry NEET UG admissions?
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) governs 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, and the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) manages the 85% State Quota for Puducherry NEET UG admissions.
What were the NEET 2024 cutoff scores for Government Medical Colleges under the State Quota in Puducherry?
For Government Medical Colleges under the State Quota, the NEET 2024 cutoff scores were 610 for GEN, 593 for OBC, 403 for SC, and 358 for EWS.
What are the expected qualifying criteria for NEET UG 2026 for different categories?
For NEET UG 2026, the general category needs a minimum 50th percentile, while OBC/SC/ST candidates require a minimum 40th percentile to qualify.
What factors influence the NEET cutoff for Puducherry 2026?
Several factors influence the NEET cutoff for 2026, including the total number of students, the difficulty level of the examination, available MBBS and BDS seats, qualified candidates, and reservation policies.
