The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 remains one of the most competitive entrance examinations in India. With the provisional answer key already released and candidates eagerly awaiting the final results, thousands of medical aspirants from Jammu & Kashmir are trying to estimate their chances of securing an MBBS seat in a government medical college.
Based on the difficulty level of the examination, previous counselling trends, and expert analysis, the following are the expected MBBS cut-off score ranges for Open Merit (OM) candidates seeking admission to government medical colleges in Jammu & Kashmir.
Disclaimer: These are expected cut-offs prepared for guidance only. The actual closing scores may vary depending on the NEET UG 2026 results, number of candidates, seat matrix, reservation policy, and counselling trends.
Expected MBBS Cut-Off (Open Merit)
| Government Medical College | Boys (OM) | Girls (OM) |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Srinagar | 604–609 | 589–594 |
| SKIMS Srinagar | 594–599 | 574–579 |
| GMC Anantnag | 572–577 | 553–558 |
| GMC Jammu | 569–574 | 550–555 |
| GMC Baramulla | 567–572 | 547–552 |
| GMC Udhampur | 565–570 | 542–547 |
| GMC Rajouri | 563–568 | 537–542 |
| GMC Handwara | 560–565 | 532–537 |
| GMC Kathua | 558–563 | 529–534 |
| GMC Doda | 556–561 | 526–531 |
Factors Affecting the Cut-Off
The final MBBS cut-off depends on several important factors:
- Difficulty level of the NEET UG 2026 examination.
- Number of students qualifying the exam.
- Total MBBS seats available in J&K.
- Reservation policy and category-wise seat distribution.
- Candidate preferences during counselling.
- Overall performance of students across the country.
Which Colleges Are Expected to Have the Highest Cut-Off?
As in previous years, GMC Srinagar is expected to remain the most preferred government medical college in Jammu & Kashmir, followed by SKIMS Srinagar and GMC Anantnag. Colleges like GMC Jammu, GMC Baramulla, and GMC Udhampur are also expected to witness high competition due to increasing demand and limited MBBS seats.
Safe Score for Government MBBS
Experts suggest that Open Merit candidates aiming for government MBBS seats should target a score of 600+ marks for a stronger chance of admission. Candidates scoring between 560 and 600 may still have opportunities depending on the college, category, and counselling round.
Counselling Process
After the declaration of NEET UG 2026 results, the counselling process for MBBS admissions in Jammu & Kashmir will begin. Eligible candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
- Admit Card
- Class 10 and 12 Marks Certificates
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Identity Proof
- Passport-size Photographs
Candidates are advised to participate in every counselling round to maximize their chances of securing a seat.
The expected cut-off ranges provide only an estimate and should not be considered the final admission criteria. The actual closing scores will be announced during the official counselling process after the declaration of NEET UG 2026 results. Aspirants should continue monitoring official counselling notifications and keep all required documents ready for admission.