The NEET 2025 cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) along with the results on June 14, 2025. The cutoff scores have decreased across all categories compared to the previous year due to a tougher exam, particularly in the Physics section, and a lower number of test-takers (20.8 lakh compared to 22.7 lakh in 2024). Below are the official qualifying cutoff marks and percentiles for NEET 2025, as well as insights into admission cutoffs for MBBS/BDS in government colleges:
NEET 2025 Qualifying Cutoff
The qualifying cutoff is the minimum score required to pass the NEET exam and be eligible for counseling. The percentiles remain constant, but the corresponding score ranges have dropped due to the exam’s difficulty.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Cutoff Marks (2025) | Cutoff Marks (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50th | 686–144 | 720–162 |
| OBC/SC/ST | 40th | 143–113 | 161–127 |
| General-PH | 45th | 143–126 | 161–144 |
| OBC/SC/ST-PH | 40th | 125–113 | 143–127 |
- Note: The highest score in NEET 2025 was 686, compared to 720 in previous years, reflecting the increased difficulty.
NEET 2025 Admission Cutoff for Government Colleges (Estimated)
The admission cutoff is the minimum score or rank required to secure a seat in a specific medical college, varying by institution, state, and category. These are estimated ranges based on trends, expert analysis, and increased seat availability (approximately 5,000–10,000 additional MBBS/BDS seats in 2025).
| Category | Estimated Marks for Government MBBS (AIQ) | Top Institutes (e.g., AIIMS Delhi) |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 530–560 | 650–680 |
| OBC | 510–540 | 630–660 |
| SC | 400–450 | 550–600 |
| ST | 350–400 | 500–550 |
- All India Quota (AIQ, 15%): The cutoff for AIQ seats is expected to be around 530–560 for General category candidates. For prestigious institutes like AIIMS Delhi, scores above 660–670 are likely required.
- State Quota (85%): State-wise cutoffs vary based on seat availability and competition. States with high seat availability (e.g., Karnataka, Tamil Nadu) may have lower cutoffs (e.g., 520–580 for General), while competitive states (e.g., Delhi, Maharashtra) may require 600–650.
- Reserved Categories: SC/ST/OBC candidates benefit from lower cutoffs due to reservation policies. For example, SC/ST cutoffs in states like Karnataka may be 400–490 for state quota seats.
Factors Influencing NEET 2025 Cutoff
- Exam Difficulty: The NEET 2025 exam was tougher, with a challenging Physics section and lengthy Biology questions, leading to fewer high scores.
- Number of Candidates: A drop of 1.9 lakh candidates (20.8 lakh in 2025 vs. 22.7 lakh in 2024) reduced competition.
- Seat Availability: An increase in MBBS/BDS seats (1.18 lakh MBBS and 27,868 BDS seats in 2025) has lowered cutoffs.
- Candidate Performance: Fewer candidates scored above 600, impacting the percentile-to-score conversion.
State-Wise Lowest Expected Cutoffs (General Category, State Quota)
States with lower competition or higher seat availability tend to have lower cutoffs:
- Goa: ~550–619 (e.g., Goa Medical College)
- Karnataka: ~120–580 (e.g., Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences)
- Bihar: ~550–590 (e.g., Darbhanga Medical College)
How to Check NEET 2025 Cutoff
- Visit the official NTA NEET website: neet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the “NEET UG 2025 Result” or “Cutoff” link under the “Public Notice” section.
- Log in using your NEET application number, date of birth, and security PIN.
- View the category-wise qualifying cutoff on the scorecard or download the result PDF.
Insights from X Posts
- Posts on X suggest the NEET 2025 cutoff is similar to the 2018 cutoff (around 530–540 for General/OBC state quotas), reflecting the exam’s difficulty. However, these are unofficial predictions and should be treated cautiously.
- Users noted that fewer candidates scored between 450–500, potentially stabilizing cutoffs for reserved categories (SC/ST).
Admission Chances
- General Category: Scores above 550 are competitive for government MBBS seats, but top colleges like AIIMS require 650+. Scores of 501–525 may secure private college seats.
- Reserved Categories: OBC/SC/ST candidates with 400–500 marks have a strong chance for state quota seats in less competitive states.
- Use the NEET 2025 College Predictor tools (available on websites like Careers360 or Shiksha) to estimate admission chances based on your score and category.
For the most accurate and updated cutoff details, refer to the official NTA website or counseling authorities (MCC for AIQ, state authorities for state quota).
