Daman and Diu NEET PG Cutoff 2026: Daman and Diu is part of the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The NEET PG cutoff is relevant to MD/MS admissions at NAMO Medical Education and Research Institute (NAMO MERI), Silvassa. Cutoff ranks vary based on the course, category, and counselling round. Candidates can check the round-wise closing ranks and admission details for NEET PG 2026.
Under the Daman and Diu NEET PG Counselling 2026, 50% All India Quota seats are filled through MCC, while the remaining seats are allotted through UT counselling, subject to domicile rules. This article covers NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoffs, NAMO MERI closing ranks, round-wise trends, previous year cutoffs, and choice-filling guidance.
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NEET PG Brief Description
Before the closing rank details, here is a short overview of NEET PG 2026 and the counselling bodies involved:
| Particular | Description |
| Name of Examination | NEET PG |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam Date | 30 August 2026 (re-exam for affected candidates on 5 September 2026) |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | 24 September 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| UT Counselling Authority | DMET, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu |
| PG Medical College | NAMO Medical Education and Research Institute, Silvassa |
| Reported PG Seats 2026-27 | 46 |
| Official Websites | namomeriadmission.in |
Daman and Diu NEET PG Cutoff 2026 Dates
The cutoff for each round is released after the allotment result is published. MCC Round 1 allotment is scheduled for October 24, 2026, so the first AIQ closing ranks for NAMO MERI will be available shortly after. The UT quota schedule has not been announced yet. Check the DMET portal for the latest notice:
Join NEET PG News 2026 | Counselling Round | Cutoff Dates |
| MCC Round 1 Cutoff | After Round 1 result (from October 24, 2026) |
| MCC Round 2 Cutoff | To be announced |
| MCC Round 3 Cutoff | To be announced |
| UT Quota Round 1 Cutoff | To be announced |
| Stray Vacancy Round Cutoff | To be announced |
NEET PG Cutoff 2026
NBEMS announced the NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoff on September 24, 2026. The cutoff reportedly reached its lowest level since 2021, expanding eligibility across categories. However, admission to popular MD/MS branches remains competitive, as seat allotment depends on rank, category, and seat availability:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Criteria | Cut-Off Score (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 |
Daman and Diu NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026
According to the reported NMC seat matrix for 2026-27, the UT has 46 PG seats, all at NAMO MERI, Silvassa. This number comes from a secondary source, so confirm the final count against the MCC and NMC seat matrix before relying on it. The count can also change when seats are added or converted between rounds:
| College | Type | Location | Reported PG Seats |
| NAMO Medical Education and Research Institute | Government | Silvassa | 46 |
NAMO MERI NEET PG Cutoff (AIQ Closing Ranks)
NAMO MERI offers MD/MS courses, with around 50% of seats filled through MCC under the All India Quota. Based on 2025 counselling data, General category closing ranks varied by course, with MS seats generally closing at better ranks than MD seats. MD Dermatology was among the most competitive branches, while some MD courses closed above 1 lakh rank. OBC closing ranks ranged approximately from 12,730 to 1,51,549:
| Course Group | Round 1 Closing Rank Range 2025 | Last Round Range 2025 |
| MS (all branches) | 10,141 – 15,613 | 10,141 – 25,119 |
| MD (all branches) | 25,331 – 1,01,936 | 15,146 – 1,40,209 |
Branch-Wise Closing Ranks
The branch-wise picture matters more than the overall range, because a seat in General Surgery and a seat in a non-clinical branch can be tens of thousands of ranks apart. The table below shows the branches for which closing ranks are reported for 2025:
| Branch | Round 1 Closing Rank 2025 | Last Round Closing Rank 2025 |
| MS General Surgery | 10,141 | 24,781 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 13,363 | 38,678 |
| MD Dermatology | Most competitive MD seat | – |
UT Quota vs All India Quota Cutoff
Candidates often confuse the two routes, but they work separately. The AIQ route is run by MCC and open to candidates from any state. The UT quota route is run by DMET Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and it requires UT domicile:
| Point | All India Quota (50%) | UT Quota (50%) |
| Conducted by | MCC | DMET DNH and DD |
| Domicile needed | No | Yes |
| Rank used | All India Rank | UT merit rank |
| Cutoff published | MCC allotment result | UT counselling result |
Admission Process
The process has two tracks, one for AIQ and one for the UT quota, but the steps are similar:
- NEET PG qualification: Qualify NEET PG with the required cutoff.
- Registration: Register on mcc.nic.in for AIQ and on the DMET portal for UT quota.
- Fee payment: Pay the registration fee online.
- Document upload: Upload MBBS degree, internship certificate, scorecard, domicile and category certificates.
- Merit list: The provisional and final merit lists are published.
- Choice filling and locking: Select colleges and branches in order of preference, then lock them before the deadline.
- Seat allotment: Seats are allotted by rank, category, preference and availability.
- Reporting: Report to NAMO MERI with original documents and fees.
- Upgradation and stray round: Candidates who want a better seat can join the next round, and remaining seats go to the stray vacancy round.
Factors Affecting the Cutoff 2026
Several things decide where the closing ranks land this year:
- Small seat base: With one college, a handful of seats can shift a branch’s closing rank sharply.
- Number of candidates: The result PDF lists 2,73,096 candidates, and more qualified candidates raise competition.
- Exam difficulty: Paper difficulty changes the score distribution and the ranks.
- Category reservation: Cutoffs differ for OPEN, EWS, OBC, SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
- Qualifying percentile: The lower 2026 cutoff widens the pool of eligible candidates.
- Bond, stipend and fees: These influence which seats candidates prefer.
- Round participation: Upgrades and withdrawals move the final closing ranks.
How to Calculate NEET PG Cutoff 2026
The qualifying cutoff is based on percentile, not on a percentage of total marks.
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.
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, and that candidate’s marks become the General cutoff.
Step 4: Remember that rank is decided by raw marks. Percentile is only used to check whether 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 moved with exam difficulty and the number of candidates. The 2026 cutoff is the lowest in several years, though it is out of 720 marks while earlier years were out of 800:
| 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 Daman and Diu NEET PG Cutoff
The ranks are only useful if you turn them into a realistic choice list:
- Note your All India Rank and category. Rank matters more than marks.
- Shortlist 8 to 10 branches you would genuinely accept.
- Match your rank with the NAMO MERI closing ranks above and mark each option as safe, possible or a stretch.
- Run a quick estimate with the NEET PG college predictor and branch predictor.
- Compare the full cost of a seat: fee, stipend and bond.
- Prepare two lists: one for MCC and one for UT quota counselling, since the rules differ.
- Fill and lock your choices carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Daman and Diu 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 at NAMO MERI, Silvassa, which is released after each counselling round.
Which college offers MD/MS for Daman and Diu?
NAMO Medical Education and Research Institute, Silvassa, is the government PG medical college of the UT of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
Is there a separate qualifying cutoff for Daman and Diu?
No. The UT follows the national NEET PG qualifying cutoff prescribed by NBEMS.
Is domicile required for UT quota seats?
Yes, UT domicile is required for UT quota seats. Check the DMET information brochure for the exact eligibility rules.
Can I apply for both MCC AIQ and UT quota counselling?
Yes. You can register separately for MCC AIQ and for UT quota counselling. The rules for each differ, so prepare two choice lists.
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