NEET Counselling Karnataka 2026 – Complete MBBS Admission Guide
Planning to pursue MBBS in Karnataka? The NEET Counselling in Karnataka 2026 is one of the most preferred options due to:
Top colleges include:
Who Conducts NEET Counselling in Karnataka?
NEET counselling in Karnataka is conducted by:
Types of NEET Counselling in Karnataka
1. All India Quota (AIQ) – 15%
2. Karnataka State Quota – 85%
3. Private & Management Quota
Higher fees but more seats
4. Deemed Universities
NEET Counselling Process in Karnataka
Step 1: Registration
Step 2: Document Verification
Step 3: Choice Filling
Karnataka offers many options—strategic choice filling is key.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
Step 5: Reporting & Admission
NEET Counselling Karnataka 2026 Schedule (Expected)
Event | Tentative Date |
Registration | July 2026 |
Document Verification | July 2026 |
Choice Filling | July–August 2026 |
Round 1 Result | August 2026 |
Round 2 | August–September 2026 |
Mop-Up Round | September 2026 |
NEET Cutoff for Karnataka Colleges (Expected 2026)
Karnataka offers moderate cutoffs with good opportunities.
Category | Expected Marks | Expected Rank |
General | 600 – 630 | Top 20,000 |
OBC | 590 – 620 | Top 25,000 |
SC | 480 – 520 | Top 80,000 |
ST | 450 – 500 | Top 1,00,000 |
Top Medical Colleges in Karnataka
1. Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
High patient exposure
2. Kasturba Medical College Manipal
Excellent infrastructure
3. Mysore Medical College and Research Institute
MBBS Fees in Karnataka
College Type | Annual Fees |
Government Colleges | ₹60,000 – ₹1.5 Lakhs |
Private Colleges | ₹7 – ₹12 Lakhs |
Deemed Universities | ₹15 – ₹25 Lakhs |
Documents Required for Karnataka Counselling
NEET Counselling Strategy for Karnataka
✔ Consider Private Colleges
Karnataka offers many private seats → higher chances
✔ Apply Through KEA
Single platform for multiple colleges
✔ Plan Budget
Fees vary significantly across quotas
Use Predictors Before Counselling
Before filling choices, use:
Helps you shortlist realistic options.
Expert NEET Counselling in Karnataka
Mediyatra provides end-to-end counselling support for Karnataka admissions.
Services:
Call/WhatsApp: +91 98 218 22739
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is Karnataka open for non-domicile students?
Yes, especially in private and deemed colleges.
Q2. Is Karnataka good for MBBS?
Yes, it offers a wide range of colleges and opportunities.
Q3. What is safe score for Karnataka MBBS?
Around 600+ for General category.
Q4. Are private colleges available in Karnataka?
Yes, Karnataka has one of the highest numbers of private medical colleges.