J&K NEET PG Cutoff 2026: JKBOPEE conducts counselling for MD, MS and PG Diploma seats in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Cutoffs are based on branch-wise and category-wise closing AIR. MCC manages 50% All India Quota seats, while JKBOPEE handles state quota and private college admissions.
Candidates can check the category-wise cutoff for OM (Open Merit), EWS, OBC, SC, ST and RBA to estimate their chances in Jammu & Kashmir. In this article, we provide the branch-wise closing ranks of the State Quota (government colleges) and Private Open Merit seats from the 2025 counselling, along with a 2024 vs 2025 trend and rank-wise branch groups to help you plan for 2026.
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NEET PG Brief Description
Before the J&K MD/MS cutoff details, here is a short overview of NEET PG 2026 and J&K 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 |
| J&K NEET PG counselling authority | JKBOPEE (Board of Professional Entrance Examinations, J&K) |
| Counselling rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up Round, Stray Vacancy Round |
| Courses | MD, MS, PG Diploma |
| Seats in Round 1 notification | 331 MD, 221 MS, 17 PG Diploma |
| Official Website | jkbopee.gov.in |
J&K NEET PG Cutoff 2026 Dates
The table below shows the J&K NEET PG 2026 counselling schedule and cutoff release status for MD/MS admissions:
Join NEET PG News 2026 | Counselling Stage | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Appeared Candidates List | October 9, 2026 |
| Round 1 Registration | October 14–17, 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List | October 22, 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | October 28–30, 2026 |
| Round 1 Cutoff | To Be Announced |
| Round 2 Cutoff | To Be Announced |
| Round 3 / Mop-up Cutoff | To Be Announced |
| Stray Vacancy Round Cutoff | To Be Announced |
| Final Closing Cutoff | To Be Announced |
NEET PG 2026 Cutoff
There is no separate qualifying cutoff for Jammu & Kashmir. Candidates must meet the NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoff prescribed by NBEMS to become eligible for J&K NEET PG counselling:
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Cutoff Score (Out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th Percentile | 262 |
| General PwBD | 45th Percentile | 244 |
| SC / ST / OBC, including PwBD | 40th Percentile | 226 |
J&K NEET PG Cutoff 2025 for Government Colleges (State Quota)
The table below shows branch-wise and category-wise closing ranks for MD/MS admissions under the J&K State Quota:
| Branch | OM | EWS | OBC | SC | ST-I | ST-II | RBA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD Radio Diagnosis | 2,276 | – | 5,937 | 4,893 | – | 46,882 | 8,019 |
| MD Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy | 2,802 | – | 11,575 | 29,894 | – | 9,906 | 13,826 |
| MD Respiratory Medicine | 3,291 | – | – | – | – | – | 15,823 |
| MD General Medicine | 6,868 | – | 14,364 | – | 5,020 | 16,286 | 18,070 |
| MD Paediatrics | 10,353 | 13,985 | – | – | 34,662 | 73,192 | 22,294 |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 14,598 | – | 52,865 | – | 22,456 | 61,078 | 20,946 |
| MS Orthopaedics | 18,310 | – | – | 1,23,392 | 77,989 | 48,496 | 22,703 |
| MD Psychiatry | 23,221 | – | 23,731 | 53,449 | – | 1,12,767 | 37,224 |
| MS General Surgery | 23,454 | 44,507 | 86,326 | 1,09,445 | 61,707 | 92,649 | 22,341 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 24,578 | – | 42,680 | 49,561 | 59,827 | – | 21,897 |
| MS ENT | 25,947 | – | 93,463 | 1,90,739 | 74,867 | 1,16,623 | – |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 34,198 | 41,775 | 93,150 | 71,030 | 1,35,823 | 2,28,957 | – |
| MD Radiation Oncology (Radiotherapy) | 35,969 | 58,176 | 73,280 | 1,99,529 | 1,73,190 | – | 34,133 |
| MD Hospital Administration | 66,996 | – | 58,050 | – | – | – | – |
| MD Immuno Haematology & Blood Transfusion | 97,982 | – | – | – | 1,64,973 | 1,33,935 | – |
| MD Pathology | 99,387 | – | 1,23,903 | 1,90,169 | 2,25,245 | 2,28,957 | – |
| MD Community Medicine (Social & Preventive) | 1,20,551 | – | – | – | 2,17,841 | – | – |
| MD Microbiology | 1,25,729 | – | 1,04,726 | – | 1,81,057 | – | – |
| MD Pharmacology | 1,55,850 | – | – | – | 1,36,748 | – | – |
| MD Physiology | 1,63,581 | – | – | – | 1,96,410 | – | – |
| MD Biochemistry | 1,72,465 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| MD Anatomy | 2,05,398 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
PG Diploma Seats State Quota 2025
| Diploma | OM | ST-I | ST-II |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Immuno-Haematology & Blood Transfusion | 73,237 | – | 1,78,510 |
| Diploma in Ophthalmology | 78,006 | – | – |
| Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy | – | 1,04,407 | – |
J&K NEET PG Cutoff 2025 for Private Colleges
The table below shows the closing ranks for the Open Merit (OM) category in private medical college seats filled through J&K counselling in 2025:
| Branch | OM Closing Rank (AIR) |
|---|---|
| MD Radio Diagnosis | 4,282 |
| MD General Medicine | 15,965 |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 16,503 |
| MD Psychiatry | 26,711 |
| MD Paediatrics | 43,158 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 51,491 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 51,572 |
| MS ENT | 53,649 |
| MS General Surgery | 68,488 |
| MD Microbiology | 78,060 |
| MD Pharmacology | 85,289 |
| MD Anatomy | 1,13,293 |
| MD Biochemistry | 1,31,703 |
| MD Physiology | 1,78,475 |
| MD Pathology | 1,85,702 |
Factors Affecting J&K NEET PG Cutoff 2026
The J&K NEET PG cutoff may vary each year due to several factors:
- Number of candidates: Higher competition can increase the cutoff.
- Exam difficulty: An easier paper may lead to higher scores and changing closing ranks.
- Seat availability: An increase or decrease in MD/MS seats directly affects cutoffs.
- Category reservation: Cutoffs vary for OM, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, RBA and PwBD candidates.
- Qualifying percentile: Any reduction in the qualifying percentile can widen closing ranks in later rounds.
- Eligibility rules: Domicile and MBBS-institute criteria set by JKBOPEE decide who competes for State Quota seats.
- Fees, bond and stipend: College costs, bond rules and stipend amounts influence candidate preferences.
- Counselling participation: The number of candidates participating in each round affects seat movement and final closing ranks.
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 J&K NEET PG Cutoff
The Jammu & Kashmir NEET PG Cutoff helps candidates understand their chances of securing admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses in medical colleges across Jammu and Kashmir. Candidates can use previous years’ cutoff trends to make informed decisions during counselling.
- Check Previous Year Cutoffs: Review the previous years’ opening and closing ranks for your preferred medical colleges and specializations.
- Compare Your NEET PG Rank: Match your rank with the closing ranks of different colleges to identify realistic admission options.
- Check Category-Wise Cutoffs: Review cutoff ranks according to your applicable reservation category and eligibility.
- Analyze Round-Wise Trends: Compare cutoffs from different counselling rounds to understand how admission opportunities may change.
- Prepare Your College Preference List: Shortlist colleges and branches based on your rank, category, budget, and career preferences.
- Follow Official Counselling Updates: Check the latest seat matrix, allotment results, and counselling notifications before filling your choices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the J&K NEET PG cutoff 2026?
The J&K NEET PG qualifying cutoff is 262 for General/EWS, 244 for General PwBD, and 226 for SC/ST/OBC (out of 720). The admission cutoff varies by branch and category and is released after JKBOPEE counselling rounds.
Who conducts J&K NEET PG counselling?
JKBOPEE conducts the state counselling for J&K and Ladakh, while MCC conducts counselling for the 50% All India Quota seats.
Is there a separate qualifying cutoff for Jammu & Kashmir?
No. J&K follows the national NEET PG qualifying cutoff prescribed by NBEMS.
Which branches had the lowest closing ranks in J&K State Quota in 2025?
MD Radio Diagnosis (AIR 2,276), Dermatology (2,802), Respiratory Medicine (3,291), and General Medicine (6,868) recorded the lowest closing ranks.
What was the closing rank for MS General Surgery in J&K in 2025?
MS General Surgery closed at AIR 23,454 (State Quota OM) and AIR 68,488 (Private Open Merit).
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