New Delhi: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has revised the MBBS seat matrix for the 2025-26 academic session, reducing 50 MBBS seats across medical colleges in India. With this update, the total number of MBBS seats now stands at 1,28,875 across 819 medical colleges nationwide.
This update marks a net increase of over 11,000 seats compared to last year’s 1,17,750 reflecting a steady expansion of medical education capacity across the country.
State-Wise Highlights
Here’s how the new seat distribution looks across major states:
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| State / UT | 2024-25 Seats | 2025-26 Seats | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 6,785 | 7,215 | +430 |
| Assam | 1,650 | 1,975 | +325 |
| Delhi | 1,497 | 1,396 | –101 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 12,475 | 13,425 | +950 |
| Tamil Nadu | 12,050 | 13,050 | +1,000 |
| West Bengal | 5,700 | 6,399 | +699 |
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Impact on NEET UG 2025 Aspirants
For NEET UG 2025 candidates, the overall increase in seats is encouraging but the minor reduction indicates that the NMC continues to apply strict quality checks before approving final seat counts.
Join NEET News 2025 - States like Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh show significant growth in capacity.
- However, Delhi witnessed a slight dip in seats, which may raise cut-offs for state quota admissions.
- The total rise in seats may slightly ease competition, but experts warn that with more NEET-qualified candidates each year, aspirants should still aim for high scores to secure government medical colleges.
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Why NMC Adjusted the Seat Matrix
The reduction of 50 seats is likely due to infrastructure and faculty compliance issues found during college inspections. The NMC routinely audits institutions to ensure standards are met before granting or continuing seat approvals.
This fine-tuning shows that while the government is expanding MBBS education capacity, it remains focused on maintaining academic quality and institutional accountability.
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Key Takeaway
The NMC’s updated seat matrix confirms 1,28,875 MBBS seats for 2025-26, a net increase despite the minor 50-seat reduction. This ensures a balance between quality medical education and expanded access across India.
For aspirants, it’s a reminder that competition remains high, and securing a government MBBS seat still requires strong NEET UG performance.
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