Karnataka students
Yes — alongside government quota and GMP. Use open quota as a later-rank back-up at the private fee.
NEET PG 2026 · Karnataka · Open Quota
Karnataka PG Open Quota Seats
Open-quota closing ranks for 22 MD/MS branches — 2025 vs 2024 — and who can apply
Open quota is the Karnataka PG route most students miss: private-college seats filled on NEET PG merit, open to every state, at the private fee rather than the management fee. In 2025 it closed after 1.5 lakh in 16 of 22 branches. See every branch and check your rank.
Closed after 1.5 lakh: 16 branches
Later than 2024: 20 branches
Range: 55,832 – 2,29,034
Open to every state
How to read this page: ranks are NEET PG 2025 All India Ranks — the last seat allotted in each seat type across all KEA rounds in Karnataka. You must still meet the NEET PG qualifying cut-off. 2026 ranks will differ.
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Quick Answer: Karnataka PG Open Quota
Open quota (OPN) is a share of private-college PG seats in Karnataka that KEA fills on NEET PG merit, open to candidates from every state, at the private fee. In 2025 it closed between 55,832 and 2,29,034; among clinical branches latest in ENT (2,27,323), Orthopaedics (2,02,825) and Anaesthesiology (1,76,820). It closed later than in 2024 in 20 of 22 branches.
2025 Data for 2026 Planning
Open Quota at a Glance
Branches after 1.5 lakh16 of 22
Open-quota closing rank in 2025.
Latest clinical2,27,323
MS ENT (2024: 59,024).
Later than 202420 of 22
Branches where open quota closed later.
Fee levelPrivate fee
₹13,87,994 a year at most colleges for the 5 clinical branches we checked.
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Open Quota Checker: Which Branches at Your Rank?
Enter your NEET PG rank to see the 2025 and 2024 open-quota closing rank for all 22 branches and where your rank stands.
Your branches will appear here, with the most affordable seat type still open to you in each. All seats are allotted through KEA counselling.
Branch-Wise
Open Quota Closing Ranks — 2025 vs 2024
Private seats — open quota (OPN) closing ranks for 22 branches, from latest to earliest in 2025.
| Branch | 2025 Closing Rank | 2024 Closing Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD Forensic Medicine | 2,29,034 | 1,99,114 | Later by 29,920 |
| MS ENT | 2,27,323 | 59,024 | Later by 1,68,299 |
| MD Physiology | 2,27,317 | 98,964 | Later by 1,28,353 |
| MD Community Medicine | 2,26,362 | 2,05,545 | Later by 20,817 |
| MD Pathology | 2,17,679 | 1,47,279 | Later by 70,400 |
| MD Biochemistry | 2,14,465 | 2,01,067 | Later by 13,398 |
| MD Pharmacology | 2,04,666 | 2,03,191 | Later by 1,475 |
| MS Orthopaedics | 2,02,825 | 1,10,546 | Later by 92,279 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 1,76,820 | 77,367 | Later by 99,453 |
| MD Hospital Administration | 1,71,543 | 1,17,019 | Later by 54,524 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 1,67,750 | 79,247 | Later by 88,503 |
| MS General Surgery | 1,66,114 | 1,12,432 | Later by 53,682 |
| MD Respiratory Medicine | 1,54,544 | 48,724 | Later by 1,05,820 |
| MD Paediatrics | 1,53,741 | 1,21,776 | Later by 31,965 |
| MD Microbiology | 1,52,411 | 1,98,057 | Earlier by 45,646 |
| MS OBG | 1,50,245 | 1,27,138 | Later by 23,107 |
| MD Psychiatry | 1,16,170 | 57,116 | Later by 59,054 |
| MD Emergency Medicine | 1,11,259 | 27,669 | Later by 83,590 |
| MD Radiology | 85,842 | 70,117 | Later by 15,725 |
| MD General Medicine | 83,310 | 98,343 | Earlier by 15,033 |
| MD Dermatology | 74,755 | 62,193 | Later by 12,562 |
| MD Radiation Oncology | 55,832 | 43,786 | Later by 12,046 |
Open quota closed later in 2025 than in 2024 in 20 of 22 branches. Ranks are the last open-quota seat allotted in Karnataka across all KEA rounds.
Compare Quotas
Open Quota vs Other Quotas
Clinical branches: where open quota sits between government quota, GMP, NRI and management in 2025.
| Branch | Govt GM | GMP | Open Quota | NRI | Management |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD General Medicine | 16,507 | 1,65,579 | 83,310 | 1,32,637 | 2,20,761 |
| MD Radiology | 12,379 | 1,26,254 | 85,842 | 1,13,847 | 2,27,469 |
| MD Dermatology | 12,782 | 1,23,264 | 74,755 | 1,30,076 | 2,28,878 |
| MD Paediatrics | 22,347 | 1,03,454 | 1,53,741 | 1,31,395 | 2,25,423 |
| MS OBG | 22,744 | 69,446 | 1,50,245 | 1,11,936 | 2,29,475 |
| MS General Surgery | 61,896 | 1,28,399 | 1,66,114 | 1,15,541 | 2,27,136 |
| MS Orthopaedics | 42,331 | 95,354 | 2,02,825 | 1,14,833 | 2,28,172 |
| MS ENT | 57,210 | 1,30,754 | 2,27,323 | 1,11,504 | 1,83,317 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 63,661 | 1,18,505 | 1,67,750 | 1,14,332 | 2,18,459 |
| MD Anaesthesiology | 65,019 | 1,45,228 | 1,76,820 | 1,14,332 | 2,24,161 |
| MD Psychiatry | 60,224 | 1,31,855 | 1,16,170 | 1,11,974 | 1,71,488 |
| MD Respiratory Medicine | 40,942 | 93,718 | 1,54,544 | 92,038 | 2,12,998 |
| MD Emergency Medicine | 43,723 | 77,215 | 1,11,259 | 1,08,912 | 2,06,266 |
| MD Radiation Oncology | 28,813 | 63,314 | 55,832 | 91,931 | — |
Open quota closed after NRI in 10 of 14 clinical branches in 2025 — so for many students it is the lower-fee route at a later rank.
Who Can Apply
Open Quota by Student Type
Other-state students
Yes — open quota is one of the main KEA routes open to you, together with management seats. Karnataka government quota and GMP are not.
NRI students
Yes — and in 2025 open quota closed after NRI quota in most clinical branches. Compare both before choice filling. See the NRI quota service.
Before You Decide
Three Things to Know About Open Quota
Private fee, not management
Open-quota seats pay the private fee of the college. Confirm the exact fee, hostel and bond terms with the college before you lock.
Only through counselling
Open-quota seats are allotted by KEA on NEET PG merit in each round. Never pay anyone for an “open quota” seat outside counselling. See the option entry guide.
Ranks swing year to year
Open-quota ranks moved by over 1 lakh in some branches between 2024 and 2025. Keep several branches in your list.
2026 Strategy
How to Use a Rank Above 1 Lakh Well
- 1
Confirm Qualification
Check you meet the NEET PG qualifying cut-off.
- 2
Register Correctly
Pick the right category and status with KEA. Check 2026 dates.
- 3
List Every Route
Use the checker to see each branch and seat type open to you.
- 4
Fix Your Budget
Decide the 3-year cost you can manage before choice filling.
- 5
Fill Choices
Read the option entry guide before locking.
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FAQs
Karnataka PG Open Quota — Questions
What is open quota in Karnataka PG counselling?
Open quota (shown as “Private seats — open quota”, OPN, in KEA results) is a share of private-college PG seats filled by KEA on NEET PG merit and open to candidates from every state, not only Karnataka. It is different from government quota, GMP, NRI and management seats.
Can other-state students apply for Karnataka PG open quota?
Yes. Open-quota seats are open to NEET PG-qualified candidates from every state through KEA counselling, alongside management seats. Karnataka government quota and GMP are for Karnataka-eligible candidates.
What is the open quota closing rank in Karnataka for PG?
In 2025 it ranged from 55,832 (Radiation Oncology) to 2,29,034 (Forensic Medicine). Among clinical branches, it closed latest in ENT (2,27,323), Orthopaedics (2,02,825) and Anaesthesiology (1,76,820), and earliest in Dermatology (74,755), General Medicine (83,310) and Radiology (85,842).
What is the fee for open quota PG seats in Karnataka?
Open-quota seats pay the private fee of the college, not the management fee. For MD General Medicine, Radiology, Dermatology, Paediatrics and MS OBG, the 2025 KEA fee matrix lists ₹13,87,994 a year for a private seat at most private colleges; a few colleges charge more.
Did the open quota closing rank go up in 2025?
Yes, in most branches. Open quota closed later in 2025 than in 2024 in 20 of 22 branches — for example ENT from 59,024 to 2,27,323, Orthopaedics from 1,10,546 to 2,02,825 and Anaesthesiology from 77,367 to 1,76,820. It moved earlier in General Medicine (98,343 to 83,310) and Microbiology.
Is open quota cheaper than NRI or management quota?
Usually, yes. Open-quota seats pay the private fee, while NRI and management seats pay much higher fees. In 2025, open quota also closed after NRI in most clinical branches, making it the better-value route for many students with ranks above 1 lakh.
Can I get MD Radiology or Dermatology through open quota?
Only with an earlier rank. In 2025, Radiology open quota closed at 85,842 and Dermatology at 74,755 (2024: 70,117 and 62,193). With a rank after that, GMP (Karnataka candidates), NRI or management are the remaining routes.
How do I apply for open quota in Karnataka PG?
Register for KEA PG counselling, complete document verification, and include open-quota choices during option entry. Seats are allotted on NEET PG rank in each round. Check the KEA notification for 2026 dates and eligibility rules.
Verify Before You Act
Sources & Official Links
Official authorities
- Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) — allotments, seat matrix and fee notification
- Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) — All India Quota and deemed universities
- National Medical Commission (NMC) — approved colleges and PG seats
- NBEMS — NEET PG result and qualifying cut-off
How we built this page
- Quota-wise closing ranks for 22 MD/MS branches, 2025 and 2024: KEA allotments (all rounds), as compiled by Sartha.
- Fees for MD General Medicine, Radiology, Dermatology, Paediatrics and MS OBG: 2025 KEA PG fee matrix, as compiled by Meducate.
- MD Anatomy is not listed because its 2025 Karnataka quota-wise ranks were not published in our source. “—” means no rank was published for that seat type.
- Facts checked on 19 October 2026. Where an official notice differs, the notice applies.
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