Sikkim NEET PG Cutoff 2026: Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS), Gangtok, offers MD and MS admissions based on NEET PG 2026 All India Rank. Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) conducts online counselling through smu.edu.in. The cutoff is released as branch-wise and quota-wise closing ranks. Candidates must meet the NBEMS qualifying percentile to participate in counselling. The cutoff helps students estimate their admission chances at SMIMS.
Candidates can check the 2025 branch-wise closing ranks to estimate their Sikkim NEET PG 2026 admission chances. This article covers the qualifying cutoff, SMIMS seat matrix, 2024–2025 cutoff trends and Round 1 counselling dates. MCC manages applicable AIQ seats, while SMU conducts counselling for SMIMS seats.
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NEET PG Brief Description
Before the Sikkim MD/MS cutoff details, here is a short overview of NEET PG 2026 and Sikkim counselling:
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of examination | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Postgraduate) or NEET PG |
| Conducted by | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam pattern | 180 questions, 720 marks |
| NEET PG Result | September 24, 2026 |
| Sikkim NEET PG counselling authority | Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) / SMIMS, Gangtok (online counselling) |
| Counselling rounds | Round 1, later rounds and Stray Vacancy Round |
| Courses | MD, MS |
| Official Website | smu.edu.in |
Sikkim NEET PG Cutoff 2026 Dates
SMU has announced the Round 1 schedule for MD/MS admissions 2026-27. The Sikkim NEET PG cutoff (closing ranks) will be available after each round’s allotment result:
Join NEET PG News 2026 | Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for MD/MS application and correction (extended) | October 25, 2026 |
| Round 1 online choice filling | October 27 to 28, 2026 |
| Round 1 seat allotment result | October 31, 2026 |
| Round 1 Cutoff | After the Round 1 result |
| Round 2 / Round 3 Cutoff | To be announced |
| Stray Vacancy Round Cutoff | To be announced |
| Final Closing Cutoff | To be announced |
NEET PG Cutoff 2026
NBEMS has declared the following qualifying cutoff along with the result on September 24, 2026:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying/Eligibility Criteria | Cut-Off Scores (Out of 720) |
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 262 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 244 |
| SC/ST/OBC (including PwBD of SC/ST/OBC) | 40th percentile | 226 |
Sikkim NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026 (SMIMS Gangtok)
The table below lists the MD/MS seats shown for SMIMS Gangtok in public course listings. The final 2026-27 seat matrix is confirmed by NMC and SMU, so check the official notice before locking your choices:
| Branch | Course | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | MS | 4 |
| Anaesthesiology | MD | 4 |
| Psychiatry | MD | 3 |
| Orthopaedics | MS | 3 |
| Radiodiagnosis | MD | 3 |
| Physiology | MD | 3 |
| Community Medicine (Social & Preventive Medicine) | MD | 2 |
| Biochemistry | MD | 2 |
| Microbiology | MD | 2 |
| Paediatrics | MD | 2 |
| General Medicine | MD | 2 |
| Pharmacology | MD | 2 |
| ENT | MS | 2 |
| Total | 34 |
Sikkim NEET PG Branch-Wise Closing Rank 2025 (General Quota)
The table below shows the last closing All India Rank for General category candidates in the Sikkim General Quota in 2025, across all rounds. A lower rank means the seat was harder to get:
| Branch | Closing Rank 2025 (AIR, General) |
|---|---|
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 15,594 |
| MD Radiodiagnosis | 16,360 |
| MD General Medicine | 18,859 |
| MD Paediatrics | 32,570 |
| MS Orthopaedics | 36,144 |
| MD Psychiatry | 56,413 |
| MS ENT | 57,308 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 82,203 |
| MD Community Medicine | 1,39,966 |
| MD Microbiology | 1,77,195 |
| MD Pharmacology | 2,03,369 |
| MD Biochemistry | 2,29,211 |
Which Branch Can You Get at Your Rank? (2025 Rank Bands)
Use this band list as a rough guide. If your rank falls in a band, branches in that band and the bands below it had seats available at your rank in 2025:
| AIR Range | Branches (2025 Closing Rank in this Range) |
|---|---|
| 10,001 to 25,000 | MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology, MD Radiodiagnosis, MD General Medicine |
| 25,001 to 50,000 | MD Paediatrics, MS Orthopaedics |
| 50,001 to 1,00,000 | MD Psychiatry, MS ENT, MD Anaesthesiology |
| 1,00,001 to 2,00,000 | MD Community Medicine, MD Microbiology |
| Above 2,00,000 | MD Pharmacology, MD Biochemistry |
Sikkim NEET PG 2025-26 Counselling Cycle Recap
Last year’s cycle shows how long SMIMS counselling can run:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Round III fresh registration | Opened January |
| Round III last date for application and rectification | January 26, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy fresh registration | February |
Factors Affecting Sikkim NEET PG Cutoff 2026
The Sikkim NEET PG cutoff may vary each year due to several factors:
- Number of seats: SMIMS has a small MD/MS seat base, so a change of even one or two seats moves the closing rank.
- Number of candidates: Higher competition can push the cutoff to lower ranks for popular branches.
- Exam difficulty: An easier paper may lead to higher scores and changing closing ranks.
- Category reservation: Cutoffs vary for General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
- Quota: Management quota seats close at higher ranks than General quota seats.
- Qualifying percentile: Any reduction in the qualifying percentile can widen closing ranks in later rounds.
- Fees and stipend: College costs influence candidate preferences, especially for management quota seats.
- Counselling participation: Many high-rank candidates take MCC or other state seats, so SMIMS seats often go to lower ranks in later rounds.
How to Calculate NEET PG Cutoff 2026
The qualifying cutoff is based on percentile, not on a percentage of the total marks. This is a common mistake.
Step 1: Know the exam pattern. NEET PG 2026 has 180 questions and 720 marks.
Step 2: Know the qualifying percentile.
| Category | Required Percentile |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th |
| General PwBD | 45th |
| SC / ST / OBC | 40th |
Step 3: Understand how percentile works. Percentile shows the share of candidates who scored at or below you. The formula is:
Percentile = (Total candidates − Your rank) ÷ Total candidates × 100
For example, if 2,00,000 candidates appear (a made-up number for explanation), the candidate at rank 1,00,000 sits at the 50th percentile. That candidate’s marks become the General cutoff. For the 40th percentile, the marks of the candidate at rank 1,20,000 become the SC/ST/OBC cutoff.
Step 4: Remember that rank is decided by raw marks. Your All India Rank depends on your marks. Percentile is only used to check if you qualify.
Step 5: Compare previous year trends. The official cutoff changes each year based on competition and exam difficulty.
Previous Year NEET PG Cutoff Trends
The qualifying cutoff has changed from year to year and in several years it was reduced during counselling to fill seats:
| Year | General / EWS | SC / ST / OBC | General PwBD | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 262 (50th percentile) | 226 (40th percentile) | 244 (45th percentile) | 720 |
| 2025 | 276 (50th percentile) | 235 (40th percentile) | 255 (45th percentile) | 800 |
| 2024 | 50th percentile | 40th percentile | 45th percentile | 800 |
| 2023 | 291 (50th percentile) | 257 (40th percentile) | 274 (45th percentile) | 800 |
| 2022 | 275 (50th percentile) | 245 (40th percentile) | 260 (45th percentile) | 800 |
How to Use the Sikkim NEET PG Cutoff
- Note your All India Rank and category. Rank matters more than marks.
- Apply on smu.edu.in before the deadline. Without a valid SMU application, you cannot take part in SMIMS counselling, whatever your rank.
- Shortlist your branches. Compare your rank with the 2025 closing ranks above and mark each branch as safe, possible or a stretch.
- Allow a margin. With so few seats, treat a closing rank close to your rank as a stretch rather than a safe option.
- Check the quick estimate with the NEET PG college predictor and branch predictor.
- Compare the full cost of General and Management quota seats: fee, stipend, and any bond.
- Prepare two lists: one for MCC and one for SMU counselling, since the rules and dates differ.
- Fill and lock your choices carefully. The Round 1 choice-filling window is only two days, and unlocked choices may not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Sikkim NEET PG cutoff 2026?
The qualifying cutoff is the national one: 262 marks for General/EWS, 244 for General PwBD and 226 for SC/ST/OBC, out of 720. The admission cutoff is the closing rank of each branch at SMIMS, released after counselling rounds.
Who conducts Sikkim NEET PG counselling?
Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) conducts online MD/MS counselling for SMIMS, Gangtok. Applications and choice filling are done on smu.edu.in.
Is there a separate qualifying cutoff for Sikkim?
No. Sikkim follows the national NEET PG qualifying cutoff prescribed by NBEMS.
What was the Sikkim NEET PG closing rank for MD General Medicine in 2025?
MD General Medicine closed at AIR 18,859 in the General Quota in 2025, compared with AIR 31,559 in 2024.
Which branch had the lowest closing rank in Sikkim in 2025?
MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology had the lowest General Quota closing rank at AIR 15,594, followed by MD Radiodiagnosis at AIR 16,360.
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