Category rank earlier than GM
In 2025, 2B (15,768), 3A (13,516) and 3B (14,550) closed before GM (16,507). For these categories, plan with the GM rank as your government-quota limit.
NEET PG 2026 · Karnataka · KEA Categories
MD General Medicine Cutoff Category Wise Karnataka
KEA 2025 closing ranks for GM, 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, SC, ST and Kalyana Karnataka
Find the 2025 MD General Medicine closing rank for your own KEA category — for the rest of Karnataka and for Kalyana Karnataka (371J) — check your rank against it, and see how General Merit, private, minority, NRI and management seats fit into your plan.
GM: 16,507
2A: 18,935
SC: 39,992
ST: 71,265
How to read this page: ranks are NEET PG 2025 All India Ranks — the last government-quota seat allotted in each category across all KEA rounds, covering government colleges and government-quota seats in private colleges. 2026 ranks will differ.
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Quick Answer: MD General Medicine Cutoff Category Wise in Karnataka
In KEA 2025 counselling, the MD General Medicine government-quota closing rank was 16,507 for GM, 19,548 for Category 1, 18,935 for 2A, 15,768 for 2B, 13,516 for 3A, 14,550 for 3B, 39,992 for SC and 71,265 for ST (rest of Karnataka). For Kalyana Karnataka (371J) it was 19,397 (GMH), 7,991 (2AH), 5,534 (2BH), 11,425 (3AH), 6,880 (3BH), 60,966 (SCH) and 39,274 (STH).
2025 Data for 2026 Planning
Category Cutoff Key Numbers
General Merit16,507
Last GM government-quota seat (rest of Karnataka). Open to every category.
OBC Categories13,516 – 19,548
Category 1, 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B, rest of Karnataka.
Scheduled Caste39,992
SCG closing rank. SC Kalyana Karnataka (SCH) closed at 60,966.
Scheduled Tribe71,265
STG closing rank. ST Kalyana Karnataka (STH) closed at 39,274.
Category Rank Checker
Check Your Rank Against Your Category
Pick your KEA category and region, enter your NEET PG rank, and see where you stand against every 2025 MD General Medicine route.
Your result will appear here. Government-quota seats need a KEA eligibility clause and a valid category certificate.
Category-wise Cutoff
MD General Medicine Cutoff 2025 — All KEA Categories
Government-quota closing rank by category: government colleges plus government-quota seats in private colleges, all rounds.
KEA 2025 · MD General Medicine · Government Quota Closing Rank by Category
A later rank than GM means seats in that category stayed open longer.
| Category | Code | Rest of Karnataka | vs GM (16,507) | Code | Kalyana Karnataka (371J) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | GM | 16,507 | — | GMH | 19,397 |
| Category 1 | 1G | 19,548 | +3,041 | 1H | — |
| Category 2A | 2AG | 18,935 | +2,428 | 2AH | 7,991 |
| Category 2B | 2BG | 15,768 | −739 | 2BH | 5,534 |
| Category 3A | 3AG | 13,516 | −2,991 | 3AH | 11,425 |
| Category 3B | 3BG | 14,550 | −1,957 | 3BH | 6,880 |
| Scheduled Caste | SCG | 39,992 | +23,485 | SCH | 60,966 |
| Scheduled Tribe | STG | 71,265 | +54,758 | STH | 39,274 |
“—” in the Kalyana Karnataka column means no closing rank was published for that category in 2025. College-wise category ranks vary — our counsellors can share the college-level list for your category.
Read This First
General Merit vs Your Category Rank
Reserved-category candidates are considered for General Merit seats first on their rank, then for seats in their own category.
Category rank later than GM
Category 1 (19,548) and 2A (18,935) seats stayed open beyond GM. Your own category gives you about 2,400–3,000 extra ranks of government-quota chances.
Much later closing ranks
SC (39,992) and ST (71,265) government-quota seats closed far after GM. Government-quota fee in a private college stays about ₹7.83 lakh a year.
Kalyana Karnataka (371J)
MD General Medicine Cutoff for 371J Candidates
Candidates with a valid 371(J) certificate are considered for local H-code seats as well as the general pool. Compare both columns.
| Category | Kalyana Karnataka (H) | Rest of Karnataka (G) | Which Is Later? |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | GMH: 19,397 | GM: 16,507 | H code (Kalyana Karnataka) |
| Category 2A | 2AH: 7,991 | 2AG: 18,935 | G code (rest of Karnataka) |
| Category 2B | 2BH: 5,534 | 2BG: 15,768 | G code (rest of Karnataka) |
| Category 3A | 3AH: 11,425 | 3AG: 13,516 | G code (rest of Karnataka) |
| Category 3B | 3BH: 6,880 | 3BG: 14,550 | G code (rest of Karnataka) |
| Scheduled Caste | SCH: 60,966 | SCG: 39,992 | H code (Kalyana Karnataka) |
| Scheduled Tribe | STH: 39,274 | STG: 71,265 | G code (rest of Karnataka) |
For most OBC categories the Kalyana Karnataka local seats closed earlier, so 371J candidates should also plan with the rest-of-Karnataka rank for their category. GMH and SCH closed later than GM and SCG.
Beyond Government Quota
If Your Rank Is After Your Category Cutoff
These seat types do not depend on your category. Fees are higher — see MD General Medicine fees in Karnataka.
| Seat Type | 2025 Closing Rank | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private quota at ₹13.88 lakh a year (merit) | 23,339 | ₹13,87,994 a year at most colleges | Last standard-fee private-quota seat at most colleges (Navodaya, Raichur). Sri Madhusudan Sai closed at 29,245. |
| Private seats — open quota (OPN) | 83,310 | Private fee of the college | Open to candidates from every state. |
| NRI quota | 1,32,637 | NRI fee of the college | Needs NRI status or sponsorship documents. |
| Institutional / management (MNG) | 2,20,761 | Highest fees — confirm in writing | Fee varies by college. |
Minority and In-service Quotas · 2025
Special quotas with their own eligibility rules.
| Quota | 2025 Closing Rank | Who It Is For |
|---|---|---|
| Minority quota (all sub-categories) | 7,906 – 70,522 | Needs a valid minority certificate matching the college’s minority status. |
| Government in-service quota — SC | 1,27,830 | Only for eligible government in-service doctors. |
| Government in-service quota — GM | 1,37,662 | Only for eligible government in-service doctors. |
Cutoff Trend
MD General Medicine Cutoff 2024 vs 2025
Category-wise 2024 ranks were not published in the same form, so this trend uses GM-level figures.
| Quota | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEA government quota — GM | 11,828 | 16,507 | +4,679 ranks |
| MCC All India Quota — General | 9,911 | 17,190 | +7,279 ranks |
| KEA private seats — open quota | 98,343 | 83,310 | −15,033 ranks |
| KEA NRI quota | 1,60,024 | 1,32,637 | −27,387 ranks |
| KEA institutional / management | 1,68,809 | 2,20,761 | +51,952 ranks |
A later closing rank (+) means seats were easier to get; an earlier one (−) means harder. Plan for either direction in 2026.
2026 Strategy
How to Use Your Category in KEA Counselling
- 1
Claim It Correctly
Choose the right category and 371J status during KEA registration.
- 2
Valid Certificates
Keep caste, income and 371J certificates ready. See the document list.
- 3
Compare GM and Category
Use whichever 2025 rank is later as your government-quota limit.
- 4
Add Private Options
List standard-fee private seats after your government-quota choices.
- 5
Fill Choices
Read the option entry guide before locking.
KEA verifies every category claim. If a claim cannot be verified, you may be considered only under General Merit — check the eligibility guide.
Karnataka NEET PGRank + Category + 371J + Budget
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FAQs
Category-wise Cutoff — Questions
What is the MD General Medicine cutoff for 2A in Karnataka?
In KEA 2025 counselling, the government-quota closing rank for MD General Medicine was 18,935 for 2A (rest of Karnataka, 2AG) and 7,991 for 2A Kalyana Karnataka (2AH). 2A candidates are also considered for General Merit seats, which closed at 16,507.
What is the MD General Medicine cutoff for 2B in Karnataka?
The 2025 KEA government-quota closing rank was 15,768 for 2B (2BG) and 5,534 for 2B Kalyana Karnataka (2BH). Because General Merit closed later at 16,507, a 2B candidate could also plan on General Merit seats up to that rank.
What is the MD General Medicine cutoff for 3A and 3B in Karnataka?
In 2025, the government-quota closing rank was 13,516 for 3A (3AG) and 14,550 for 3B (3BG). For Kalyana Karnataka it was 11,425 (3AH) and 6,880 (3BH). General Merit seats, open to these candidates too, closed at 16,507.
What is the MD General Medicine cutoff for SC in Karnataka?
The 2025 KEA government-quota closing rank for MD General Medicine was 39,992 for SC (rest of Karnataka, SCG) and 60,966 for SC Kalyana Karnataka (SCH).
What is the MD General Medicine cutoff for ST in Karnataka?
The 2025 KEA government-quota closing rank for MD General Medicine was 71,265 for ST (rest of Karnataka, STG) and 39,274 for ST Kalyana Karnataka (STH).
What is the MD General Medicine cutoff for Category 1 in Karnataka?
In 2025, the government-quota closing rank for Category 1 (rest of Karnataka, 1G) was 19,548. No closing rank was published for Category 1 Kalyana Karnataka (1H) for MD General Medicine.
What is the General Merit cutoff for MD General Medicine in Karnataka?
The 2025 KEA government-quota closing rank for General Merit was 16,507 (rest of Karnataka) and 19,397 for GMH (Kalyana Karnataka). In government medical colleges alone, the last GM seat closed at 4,058.
Can reserved-category candidates get a General Merit seat?
Yes. In KEA counselling, reserved-category candidates are considered for General Merit seats first on their rank. That is why the 2B, 3A and 3B closing ranks in 2025 were earlier than the GM closing rank of 16,507.
Why is the Kalyana Karnataka cutoff different from the rest of Karnataka?
Kalyana Karnataka (371J) candidates are considered for separate local seats (H codes) as well as the general pool. With fewer local seats in each category, H-code ranks can be earlier — 2AH closed at 7,991 against 18,935 for 2AG — or later, as for GMH (19,397) and SCH (60,966).
Will the 2026 category-wise cutoff be the same as 2025?
No. Category closing ranks change every year with the seat matrix and the number of candidates. In 2025 the GM government-quota rank moved from 11,828 to 16,507. Use 2025 ranks as a range and keep safer options in your choice list.
Verify Before You Act
Sources & Official Links
Official authorities
- Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) — allotment lists, seat matrix and category rules
- Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) — All India Quota and deemed universities
- National Medical Commission (NMC) — approved colleges and PG seats
- NBEMS — NEET PG result and scorecard
How we built this page
- Category-wise and quota-wise closing ranks: KEA 2025 PG allotments (all rounds), as compiled by Sartha.
- 2024 comparison: KEA and MCC 2024 allotments, as compiled by Sartha.
- Private-quota standard-fee ranks: KEA 2025 allotments as compiled by Careers360; fees from the 2025 KEA fee matrix.
- Facts checked on 12 October 2026. Where an official notice differs, the notice applies.
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