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NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026 latest government-reported data puts India's postgraduate medical seat count at 86,360, including 42,936 government seats and 43,424 private seats. Karnataka has the highest number of PG seats at 10,092, followed by Maharashtra with 9,216 and Tamil Nadu with 8,023.
For NEET PG 2026 aspirants, the seat matrix helps track the distribution of postgraduate medical seats across states and institutions. However, the national PG seat count should not be confused with the MCC NEET PG 2026 counselling seat matrix, which is released separately for counselling rounds.
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NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Total PG Medical Seats | 86,360 |
| Government Seats | 42,936 |
| Private Seats | 43,424 |
| Highest Seat Count | Karnataka – 10,092 |
| Second Highest | Maharashtra – 9,216 |
| Third Highest | Tamil Nadu – 8,023 |
| Fourth Highest | Uttar Pradesh – 7,437 |
| Fifth Highest | Telangana – 5,248 |
| NMC PG Broad Specialist Matrix | January 30, 2026 |
| MCC PG Seat Matrix | Counselling-round specific |
The NMC's College and Course Search lists the PG Broad Specialist Seat Matrix dated January 30, 2026, which can be used to check college, course, state, university and management-wise PG seat information.
MCC separately conducts counselling for 50% All India Quota PG seats along with other categories covered under its counselling framework. Its PG seat matrix is specific to the relevant counselling process and can change between rounds.
NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026: State-wise
The latest reported state-wise breakup of PG medical seats is given below:
| State/UT | Government | Private | Total |
| Karnataka | 2,805 | 7,287 | 10,092 |
| Maharashtra | 4,277 | 4,939 | 9,216 |
| Tamil Nadu | 3,030 | 4,993 | 8,023 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,568 | 3,869 | 7,437 |
| Telangana | 1,790 | 3,458 | 5,248 |
| Rajasthan | 2,969 | 2,056 | 5,025 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 2,303 | 2,479 | 4,782 |
| Delhi | 3,448 | 1,281 | 4,729 |
| Gujarat | 3,008 | 1,442 | 4,450 |
| Kerala | 1,255 | 2,424 | 3,679 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1,807 | 1,690 | 3,497 |
| West Bengal | 2,283 | 1,202 | 3,485 |
| Uttarakhand | 1,673 | 483 | 2,156 |
| Haryana | 697 | 1,371 | 2,068 |
| Bihar | 1,242 | 775 | 2,017 |
| Odisha | 967 | 973 | 1,940 |
| Punjab | 669 | 816 | 1,485 |
| Puducherry | 410 | 830 | 1,240 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 1,175 | 63 | 1,238 |
| Chhattisgarh | 665 | 420 | 1,085 |
| Assam | 819 | 174 | 993 |
| Chandigarh | 635 | 0 | 635 |
| Jharkhand | 354 | 166 | 520 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 345 | 93 | 438 |
| Manipur | 262 | 35 | 297 |
| Goa | 164 | 9 | 173 |
| Tripura | 115 | 22 | 137 |
| Meghalaya | 57 | 27 | 84 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| Sikkim | 0 | 37 | 37 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| Mizoram | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| Nagaland | 12 | 10 | 22 |
| Ladakh | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Total | 42,936 | 43,424 | 86,360 |
Which State Has the Most NEET PG Seats in 2026?
Karnataka has the highest reported PG seat count with 10,092 seats, followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
| Rank | State | Total PG Seats |
| 1 | Karnataka | 10,092 |
| 2 | Maharashtra | 9,216 |
| 3 | Tamil Nadu | 8,023 |
| 4 | Uttar Pradesh | 7,437 |
| 5 | Telangana | 5,248 |
| 6 | Rajasthan | 5,025 |
| 7 | Andhra Pradesh | 4,782 |
| 8 | Delhi | 4,729 |
| 9 | Gujarat | 4,450 |
| 10 | Kerala | 3,679 |
The top five states account for 40,016 seats, or about 46.3% of the reported national PG seat pool.
Government vs Private NEET PG Seats 2026
The national seat distribution is almost evenly divided between government and private institutions.
| Seat Type | Seats | Share |
| Government | 42,936 | 49.7% |
| Private | 43,424 | 50.3% |
| Total | 86,360 | 100% |
The state-wise distribution is considerably different. Karnataka has 7,287 private seats compared with 2,805 government seats, while Delhi has 3,448 government seats against 1,281 private seats.
NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026: NMC vs MCC
Candidates should not treat the NMC seat matrix and MCC counselling matrix as the same document.
| NMC Seat Information | MCC Seat Matrix |
| College and course information | Counselling-specific seat availability |
| PG course and intake details | Seats participating in a counselling round |
| Used to verify recognised courses/seats | Used for choice filling and allotment |
| Latest listed PG Broad Specialist matrix: Jan 30, 2026 | Changes according to counselling updates |
MCC is responsible for online counselling for 50% AIQ PG seats, as well as specified institutional, deemed university and other categories under its counselling framework.MCC can also issue notices for addition, deletion and withdrawal of seats during a counselling cycle. Its 2026 PG updates include notices relating to seat additions and withdrawals in the 2025 PG counselling process.
Important: The 86,360 figure should not be treated as the number of seats available to every candidate through MCC, the actual seat availability depends on the course, college, quota, category, eligibility and counselling authority.
How to Check NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026?
| Information required | Where to check |
| College and course intake | NMC College & Course Search |
| Recognised PG course | NMC |
| MCC counselling seats | MCC PG Counselling |
| AIQ PG seats | MCC |
| State quota seats | Concerned State Counselling Authority |
Candidates should check the latest available matrix before choice filling and locking choices because counselling authorities may revise seat availability.
NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026 FAQs
How many NEET PG seats are there in India in 2026?
The latest reported national PG seat figure is 86,360, comprising 42,936 government and 43,424 private seats.
Which state has the highest number of NEET PG seats in 2026?
Karnataka has the highest reported PG seat count with 10,092 seats.
How many NEET PG seats are there in Maharashtra in 2026?
Maharashtra has 9,216 PG seats, including 4,277 government and 4,939 private seats.
How many NEET PG seats are there in Tamil Nadu in 2026?
Tamil Nadu has 8,023 PG seats, including 3,030 government and 4,993 private seats.
How many NEET PG seats are there in West Bengal in 2026?
West Bengal has 3,485 reported PG seats, including 2,283 government and 1,202 private seats.
Is 86,360 the MCC NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026?
No. The 86,360 figure represents the reported national PG seat inventory. The MCC seat matrix is counselling-specific and shows seats participating in the relevant counselling process.
Where can I check the NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026?
Candidates can check NMC's College and Course Search for recognised PG courses and seat intake. The MCC website should be checked for counselling-specific seat matrices.
Can the NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026 change?
Yes. Seats can be added, withdrawn or revised during counselling. Candidates should refer to the latest official matrix before choice filling.
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