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Karnatka National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (Karnataka NEET UG Counselling)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 EWS cutoff has been released by the Karnataka Examination Authority. This page shows EWS cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ for notifications.

We’ve analyzed Karnataka NEET UG Counselling cutoffs for 2024 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 EWS category cutoff ranges from 11,378 to 156,835 rank. Candidates with rank under 66,908 have high chances of getting top colleges like KIMS, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, and KIMS.


Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Cutoff Highlights

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the Karnataka Examination Authority and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024
  • Conducting Body: Karnataka Examination Authority
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 3
  • Total Colleges Participating: 10
  • Top Courses: MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameKarnataka NEET UG Counselling
Conducting BodyKarnataka Examination Authority
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingMBBS, BDS
Total Rounds3
Total Colleges Participating10
Official Websitehttps://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2025

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 EWS Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 EWS category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

CategoryGovernmentPrivate
EWS11378 - 3144624639 - 156835

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

Eligibility RangeTop Colleges
10,000 – 30,000KIMS, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, BMCRC, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya
30,000 – 50,000Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

MarksRank
0 - 49500001 - 700000
50 - 99400001 - 500000
100 - 149300001 - 400000
150 - 199200001 - 300000
200 - 249150001 - 200000
250 - 299100001 - 150000
300 - 34975001 - 100000
350 - 39950001 - 75000
400 - 44930001 - 50000
450 - 49915001 - 30000
500 - 5497501 - 15000
550 - 5992001 - 7500
600 - 649501 - 2000
650 - 699101 - 500
700 - 7201 - 100

Karnataka NEET UG Counselling Cutoff Trend (2024 vs 2022)

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

Year
2024
2022

Key Insights

  • Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
  • Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
  • Minor Fluctuations (2022-2024): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
  • Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
  • ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation


Category-wise College Cutoff Comparison (EWS Category)

This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for EWS category.

College20242022
KIMS1137812862
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre2463935094
KIMS1137812862
BMCRC2101419822

Insights

  • Top Colleges: Slightly more competitive in recent years
  • Mid-tier Colleges: Wider variation based on seat changes
  • Overall Trend: Competition increasing gradually

College wise Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like KIMS, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, and BMCRC across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
KIMSMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryEWS1137811378
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research CentreMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryEWS2463924639
BMCRCMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryEWS2101421014
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, MandyaMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryEWS1844418444
CIDSBDS - Bachelor of Dental SurgeryEWS149454156835
Gadag Institute of Medical SciencesMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryEWS3144631446
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical CollegeMBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryEWS5299452994

Insight: KIMS, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, and BMCRC close within top 11,378-24,639 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery has the lowest closing rank (11,378), indicating highest competition.
  • 2 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 4 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
KIMS11378
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre24639
KIMS66908
BMCRC21014
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya18444
CIDS149454 - 156835
Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences31446
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College52994

Safe Score for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.


Safe Score for Top Colleges

150-180+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 18,444-21,014 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 21,014-52,994.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.


What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for KIMS, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya, and BMCRC across categories.


Rank under 18,444

College NameGeneral
KIMS11378

Rank under 24,639

  • Strong chance in colleges like KIMS, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya, and BMCRC.
  • Likely branches: MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.


Rank under 52,994

  • Admission possible in colleges like KIMS, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya, and BMCRC.
  • This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
  • Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.


Final Takeaway: Under 18,444 ranks target top-tier options, under 24,639 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 52,994 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 24,639: 4 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 52,994: 6 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Cutoff

Explore the top medical colleges accepting Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
KIMS₹ 16.50 Lakhs-40-
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre₹ 1.35 Crores-52-
BMCRC₹ 6.75 Lakhs-31-
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya₹ 34.95 Lakhs-26-
CIDS₹ 11.18 Lakhs₹ 7.00 Lakhs10TheWeek #17
Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences₹ 3.43 Lakhs-24-
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College₹ 21.42 Lakhs-20-

Top MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff for MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
KIMS11378
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre24639
KIMS66908
BMCRC21014
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya18444
Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences31446
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College52994

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (KIMS, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya, and BMCRC) close within top 21,014 ranks.
  • MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in top colleges, aim for under 16,811 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff for BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
CIDS149454 - 156835

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (CIDS) close within top 156,835 ranks.
  • BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery in top colleges, aim for under 125,468 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff for BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
CIDS149454156835

All India MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff for MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BMCRC2101421014
Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences3144631446
KIMS1137811378
KIMS6690866908
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College5299452994
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya1844418444
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre2463924639

Home State MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BMCRC3323333233
Gadag Institute of Medical Sciences4006340063
KIMS7756177561
KIMS1330313303
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College6915969159
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya3738037380
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre3651436514

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2024 — EWS

CourseEWS
MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery11378 - 66908
BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery149454 - 156835

College Wise Cutoff 2024

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2024 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
KIMSView Cutoff
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research CentreView Cutoff
KIMSView Cutoff
BMCRCView Cutoff
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, MandyaView Cutoff
CIDSView Cutoff
Gadag Institute of Medical SciencesView Cutoff
Mahadevappa Rampure Medical CollegeView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Karnataka Cutoff

Colleges in Karnataka such as BMCRC offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery closing around 33,233-77,561 (General)

Telangana Cutoff

Colleges in Telangana such as Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery closing around 36,514-36,514 (General)

Insight: Choosing colleges under Home State quota can significantly improve admission chances, especially for mid-rank candidates.


Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
The cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is expected to be around 11,378-156,835 rank for General category, while reserved categories may have lower cutoffs based on previous year trends and exam difficulty.
What is the expected cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2023?
In 2023, the cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling was:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2024.
What marks are required for top percentile in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
To achieve 99 percentile in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024, based on previous session data.
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
With 90 percentile, candidates can expect a rank between 21,014-24,639, depending on the number of candidates appearing for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024.
Is 95 percentile good in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
Yes, 95 percentile in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is considered good, and may allow admission to good to excellent colleges, depending on category and branch preference.
What rank is required for top colleges through Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
For top colleges accepting Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 21,014
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 24,639
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
A safe score for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is typically 120-150 to 150-180, which increases the chances of admission to top colleges based on previous year trends.
Will the cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is expected to stable due to factors like similar difficulty level, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
The cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
  • Total seats: 10+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
With a good rank, candidates may get into KIMS, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, and BMCRC, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
The qualifying cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 is data not available yet, while admission cutoffs vary by college and can go much higher depending on demand and seat availability.
Where can I check college-wise cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2024 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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