How many marks are required in NEET for counselling?
To participate in NEET 2026 counselling, you must score above the minimum qualifying marks (cutoff percentile).
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 130–140 |
| OBC/SC/ST | 100–120 |
Qualifying NEET does NOT guarantee MBBS seat
For government MBBS:
General: 600+ marks needed
Reserved: 500+ marks approx
AIQ (All India Quota) – 15%
State Counselling – 85%
Many students think qualifying marks is enough, but actually you need much higher score for seat.