NEET OBC Cutoff 2020: College-wise & Course-wise Ranks

The NEET 2020 OBC cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows OBC 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 OBC category cutoff ranges from 7,424 to 433,855 rank. Candidates with rank under 433,855 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: 3
• Total Colleges Participating: 22
• 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.

Status

• Cutoff Status: Released
• Last Updated: September 2025

NEET 2020 OBC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The NEET 2020 OBC 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.

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.

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.

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

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

Insight: Maulana Azad Medical College, UCMS, and JIPMER Karaikal close within top 17,426-433,855 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 (7,424), indicating highest competition.
• 4 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 5 are within top 30,000 ranks.
• Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise NEET 2020 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

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 7,604-23,156 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 23,156-119,340.

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 ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore, Government Medical College, Bharatpur, and UCMS across categories.

Rank under 17,426

Rank under 78,581

• Strong chance in colleges like ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore, Government Medical College, Bharatpur, and UCMS.
• 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 119,340

• Admission possible in colleges like ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore, Government Medical College, Bharatpur, and UCMS.
• 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 17,426 ranks target top-tier options, under 78,581 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 119,340 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

• Under 78,581: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
• Under 119,340: 9 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.

Top MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (OBC 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.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR and Model Hospital, Bangalore, Government Medical College, Bharatpur, and UCMS) close within top 17,426 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 13,941 rank for stronger outcomes.

Top BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (OBC 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.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (ESICMC and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences) close within top 80,582 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 64,466 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.

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.

Home State MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2020 — OBC

College Wise Cutoff 2020

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2020 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

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.

Karnataka Cutoff

Colleges in Karnataka such as Jawaharlal Nehru 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 21,206-328,758 (General)

Telangana Cutoff

Colleges in Telangana such as KIMS 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 18,075-18,856 (General)

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

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