As we enter the crucial post-exam phase, students must prepare for the multi-layered counselling process. Admission to India’s over 800 medical colleges is categorized into All India Quota (15%) and State Quota (85%).
Institutional Landscape for 2026-27:
Counselling Caution: Most seat losses occur due to poor choice-filling strategies rather than scores. Experts advise a balanced list including “safe” private options if your score is around the 550–580 mark.
Top Tier (Government): Institutions like AIIMS New Delhi and MAMC continue to be the most sought-after, with expected cutoffs ranging between 610–640+ for general categories.
Private & Deemed Excellence: Premier private institutions such as Kasturba Medical College (Manipal) and Hamdard (HIMSR) have already highlighted their fee structures and facilities for the new session.
