NEET PG 2026 Cutoff Marks Out: Check General, EWS, OBC, SC & ST Qualifying Marks

NEET PG 2026 cutoff marks have been released by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) along with the NEET PG 2026 Result. The qualifying cutoff is different for General/EWS, General PwBD and SC/ST/OBC candidates.

For the NEET PG 2026 exam conducted for the 2026-27 academic session, the qualifying cutoff is 262 marks out of 720 for General and EWS candidates, corresponding to the 50th percentile. The cutoff for General PwBD candidates is 244 marks, while candidates belonging to SC, ST and OBC categories, including PwBD candidates from these categories, need 226 marks, corresponding to the 40th percentile.

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff Marks: Category-Wise Qualifying Scores

NBEMS has prescribed the minimum qualifying percentile and corresponding marks for candidates seeking admission to postgraduate medical courses through NEET PG 2026.

The above are the qualifying cutoff marks, which determine whether a candidate meets the minimum eligibility requirement for the subsequent admission process.

NEET PG 2026 Answer Key by Oct 1

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff for General and EWS

The NEET PG 2026 cutoff for General and EWS candidates is 262 marks out of 720.

The minimum qualifying requirement is the 50th percentile. Candidates scoring at or above this threshold meet the prescribed qualifying criterion for NEET PG 2026.

However, scoring 262 marks does not mean that a candidate will get an MD, MS or DNB seat. The actual admission cutoff varies according to the course, college, category, quota, available seats and counselling round.

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff for OBC

For candidates belonging to the OBC category, the qualifying cutoff is 226 marks out of 720, corresponding to the 40th percentile.

The same 40th-percentile qualifying criterion applies to SC/ST/OBC candidates, including PwBD candidates belonging to these categories.

Candidates should distinguish this qualifying score from the closing score or rank for a particular postgraduate medical seat.

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff for SC and ST

The NEET PG 2026 cutoff for SC and ST candidates is 226 marks out of 720.

The prescribed qualifying requirement is the 40th percentile. This is the minimum qualifying threshold and should not be interpreted as the admission cutoff for a specific college or speciality.

The actual seat allotment cutoff will be known during the respective counselling process.

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff for PwBD Candidates

NBEMS has prescribed separate qualifying criteria for PwBD candidates.

• General PwBD: 45th percentile — 244 marks

• SC/ST/OBC PwBD: 40th percentile — 226 marks

These figures are part of the qualifying criteria announced with the NEET PG 2026 result.

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff vs Admission Cutoff

Candidates often use “NEET PG cutoff” to mean two different things. The qualifying cutoff and admission cutoff should not be treated as the same.

For example, a General/EWS candidate scoring 262 marks meets the NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoff. That does not mean the candidate will automatically receive an MD or MS seat. Seat allotment will depend on the counselling process and available choices.

NEET PG 2026 Admission Cutoff: What Candidates Should Know

The NEET PG 2026 admission cutoff will differ from the minimum qualifying marks.

A candidate's chances of securing a particular postgraduate medical seat depend on factors such as:

• NEET PG rank

• Category

• Speciality selected

• Medical college

• All India Quota or applicable state quota

• Number of seats available

• Candidate preferences

• Counselling round

• Competition among candidates

Therefore, candidates should not use the 262, 244 or 226 marks as the expected closing marks for a particular MD, MS or DNB programme.

NEET PG 2026 Rank: How Is It Determined?

The NEET PG 2026 rank represents a candidate's overall merit position among candidates who appeared for the examination.

According to the information released with the result, the rank is determined using the candidate's actual marks and the applicable tie-breaking rules mentioned in the NEET PG 2026 Information Bulletin.

This rank becomes important during counselling because seat allotment is based on merit, choices and the applicable counselling rules.

NEET PG 2026 Scorecard Date

Candidates who appeared for NEET PG 2026 will be able to download their individual scorecards from the NBEMS website on or after October 1, 2026.

The scorecard will be available for download for a limited period. Candidates should therefore save a copy for future use after it becomes available.

The NEET PG 2026 result was declared on September 24, 2026.

NEET PG 2026 Cutoff: What Happens After the Result?

Candidates who meet the prescribed qualifying criteria can proceed to the applicable counselling process.

The next stages generally involve:

1. Checking the NEET PG 2026 result and rank.

2. Downloading and saving the scorecard when available.

3. Registering for the applicable counselling process.

4. Filling preferred courses and colleges.

5. Locking choices within the prescribed schedule.

6. Checking the seat allotment result.

7. Completing reporting and admission formalities if a seat is allotted.

The counselling authority will determine the applicable process for different quotas and institutions.

NEET PG 2026 State Quota Merit List

The state quota merit list is not prepared by NBEMS as a single national list.

According to the NEET PG 2026 information provided in the reference, the final merit list or category-wise merit list for State Quota seats will be prepared by the respective States and Union Territories according to their qualifying and eligibility criteria, applicable regulations, guidelines and reservation policies.

As a result, the state-level admission cutoff can differ from the national qualifying cutoff.

Factors Affecting NEET PG 2026 Admission Cutoff

The admission cutoff for postgraduate medical seats can change from one college, speciality and counselling round to another.

Difficulty Level of NEET PG 2026

The difficulty of the examination can affect the overall score distribution and competition for seats.

Number of Candidates

The number of candidates appearing and competing for postgraduate medical seats can influence the counselling cutoff.

Number of NEET PG Seats

The availability of MD, MS, DNB and other postgraduate medical seats is an important factor in determining closing ranks.

Candidate Performance

The overall performance of candidates affects the rank distribution and competition for different specialities.

Choice of Speciality

Different medical specialities attract different levels of demand. Consequently, their closing ranks may vary.

College Preference

The admission cutoff can differ substantially between medical colleges depending on candidate preferences and available seats.

Candidate Category

Category-wise reservation and applicable counselling rules can affect the cutoff for different seats.

Seat Quota

The cutoff can also vary according to the applicable quota, including All India Quota (AIQ), state quota and other applicable seat categories.