• Updated on 9 Oct, 2026 by Kollegeapply
The NEET 2020 EWS cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows EWS cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://neet.nta.nic.in/ for notifications.
We’ve analyzed NEET cutoffs for 2020 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.
NEET 2020 EWS category cutoff ranges from 432 to 20,338 rank. Candidates with rank under 20,338 have high chances of getting top colleges like Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and JIPMER Karaikal.
NEET 2020 Cutoff Highlights
The NEET 2020 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.
The cutoff is released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and is used for counselling and seat allocation.
Key Highlights
- Exam Name: NEET 2020
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Cutoff Type: Rank
- Total Counselling Rounds: 4
- Total Colleges Participating: 14
- Top Courses: MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Quota Types: All India, Home State
NEET 2020 Cutoff Overview
The table below provides complete details of the NEET 2020 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NEET |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Cutoff Type | Rank |
| Courses Accepting | MBBS, BDS |
| Total Rounds | 4 |
| Total Colleges Participating | 14 |
| Official Website | https://neet.nta.nic.in/ |
| Quotas | All India, Home State |
| Top Courses | MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery |
Status
- Cutoff Status: Released
- Last Updated: September 2025
NEET 2020 EWS Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges
The NEET 2020 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.
| Category | Government |
|---|---|
| EWS | 432 - 20338 |
Can You Get a College with Your Rank?
The NEET 2020 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 Range | Top Colleges |
|---|---|
| Below 1,000 | Maulana Azad Medical College |
| 5,000 – 10,000 | UCMS, ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore, Government Medical College, Bharatpur |
| 10,000 – 30,000 | JIPMER Karaikal, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, ESICMC |
NEET 2020 Marks vs Rank
The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in NEET 2020. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.
| Marks | Rank |
|---|---|
| 150 - 199 | 200001 - 300000 |
| 200 - 249 | 150001 - 200000 |
| 250 - 299 | 100001 - 150000 |
| 300 - 349 | 75001 - 100000 |
| 350 - 399 | 50001 - 75000 |
| 400 - 449 | 30001 - 50000 |
| 450 - 499 | 15001 - 30000 |
| 500 - 549 | 7001 - 15000 |
| 550 - 599 | 2001 - 7000 |
| 600 - 649 | 501 - 2000 |
| 650 - 699 | 101 - 500 |
| 700 - 720 | 1 - 100 |
NEET Cutoff Trend (2020)
The NEET cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.
Year-wise Cutoff Trend
| Year |
|---|
| 2020 |
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 (2020-2020): 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
College wise NEET 2020 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)
The NEET 2020 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and JIPMER Karaikal across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota
| College | Branch | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Medical College | MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | EWS | 432 | 432 |
| UCMS | MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | EWS | 6089 | 6089 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | EWS | 20338 | 20338 |
| ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore | MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | EWS | 6293 | 6293 |
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery | EWS | 20965 | 20965 |
| ESICMC | BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery | EWS | 19201 | 19201 |
| Government Medical College, Bharatpur | MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | EWS | 7560 | 7560 |
Insight: Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and JIPMER Karaikal close within top 432-20,338 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 (432), indicating highest competition.
- 5 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 7 are within top 30,000 ranks.
- Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.
College-wise NEET 2020 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)
| College | All |
|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Medical College | 432 |
| UCMS | 6089 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | 20338 |
| ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore | 6293 |
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | 20965 |
| ESICMC | 19201 |
| Government Medical College, Bharatpur | 7560 |
Safe Score for NEET 2020
The NEET 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 6,089-6,293 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 6,293-20,338.
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 NEET 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 Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore across categories.
Rank under 6,089
| College Name | General |
|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Medical College | 432 |
Rank under 7,560
- Strong chance in colleges like Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore.
- 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 20,338
- Admission possible in colleges like Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore.
- 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 6,089 ranks target top-tier options, under 7,560 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 20,338 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.
- Under 7,560: 4 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
- Under 20,338: 6 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
Top Colleges Accepting NEET 2020 Cutoff
Explore the top medical colleges accepting NEET 2020 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.
| College | Fees | Median Salary | Courses | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Medical College | - | - | - | TheWeek #3 |
| UCMS | ₹ 3.46 Lakhs | ₹ 5.50 Lakhs | 27 | IndiaToday #9 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | ₹ 30,465 | ₹ 12.00 Lakhs | 1 | TheWeek #2 |
| ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore | - | ₹ 13.20 Lakhs | 1 | - |
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | ₹ 46,800 | ₹ 12.00 Lakhs | 10 | IndiaToday #1 |
| ESICMC | - | - | 1 | - |
| Government Medical College, Bharatpur | ₹ 6.90 Lakhs | - | 6 | - |
Top MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)
The NEET 2020 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.
| College | All |
|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Medical College | 432 |
| UCMS | 6089 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | 20338 |
| ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore | 6293 |
| Government Medical College, Bharatpur | 7560 |
Key Insights
- Top 3 colleges (Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore) close within top 6,293 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 5,034 rank for stronger outcomes.
Top BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)
The NEET 2020 cutoff for BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.
| College | All |
|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | 20965 |
| ESICMC | 19201 |
Key Insights
- Top 3 colleges (ESICMC and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences) close within top 20,965 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 16,772 rank for stronger outcomes.
All India BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks
The NEET 2020 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.
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| ESICMC | 19201 | 19201 |
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | 20965 | 20965 |
All India MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks
The NEET 2020 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.
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore | 6293 | 6293 |
| Government Medical College, Bharatpur | 7560 | 7560 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | 20338 | 20338 |
| Maulana Azad Medical College | 432 | 432 |
| UCMS | 6089 | 6089 |
Home State MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College | 23077 | 27002 |
| Melmaruvathur Adhiparasakthi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research | 2532 | 2794 |
| PSG Medical College | 1306 | 1683 |
| SMIMS | 2919 | 2919 |
Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2020 — EWS
| Course | EWS |
|---|---|
| MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | 432 - 20338 |
College Wise Cutoff 2020
Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2020 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.
| Name | Cutoff Links |
|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Medical College | View Cutoff |
| UCMS | View Cutoff |
| JIPMER Karaikal | View Cutoff |
| ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore | View Cutoff |
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | View Cutoff |
| ESICMC | View Cutoff |
| Government Medical College, Bharatpur | View Cutoff |
State Wise Cutoff
The NEET 2020 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.
Tamil Nadu Cutoff
Colleges in Tamil Nadu such as Melmaruvathur Adhiparasakthi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research 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 2,794-2,919 (General)
Telangana Cutoff
Colleges in Telangana such as PSG Medical College 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 1,683-1,683 (General)
Insight: Choosing colleges under Home State quota can significantly improve admission chances, especially for mid-rank candidates.
NEET 2020 Cutoff FAQs
What is the cutoff for NEET 2020?
What is the expected cutoff for NEET 2020 (category-wise)?
- General: data not available yet
- OBC: data not available yet
- SC: data not available yet
- ST: data not available yet
What was the cutoff for NEET 2019?
- General: data not available yet
- OBC: data not available yet
- SC: data not available yet
What marks are required for top percentile in NEET 2020?
What marks are required for 90 percentile in NEET 2020?
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in NEET 2020?
Is 95 percentile good in NEET 2020?
What rank is required for top colleges through NEET 2020?
- Top tier colleges: Rank under 6,293
- Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 7,560
What is a safe score for NEET 2020?
Will the cutoff for NEET 2020 increase or decrease?
What factors affect the cutoff for NEET 2020?
- Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
- Total seats: 14+ participating college options