KCET Medical Cutoff 2024: Mbbs, Veterinary & Allied Health Closing Ranks
KCET Medical Cutoff 2024 saw a notable shift in admission trends for MBBS programs, with NEET All India Ranks for Karnataka private medical colleges in the Open category relaxing from approximately 65,000 in 2024 to 73,213 in 2025 for Round 1. This KCET Medical Cutoff is the closing rank for various medical and allied health science courses in Karnataka, reflecting the minimum rank required for admission. The 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
KCET 2025 Closing Ranks for Medical & Allied Courses (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The following table details the KCET 2025 closing ranks for various medical and allied health science courses across key institutions in Karnataka.
| Course | College | Category/Type | Closing Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | Bangalore Medical College, Bengaluru | Government | 15000 |
| MBBS | St. John’s Medical College, Bengaluru | Private (Minority) | 23000 |
| BVSc & AH | Veterinary College, Hebbal, Bengaluru | Government | 18000 |
| BVSc & AH | Veterinary College, Bidar | Government | 25000 |
| B.Pharma | Various Colleges | General | ~70000 |
Karnataka MBBS NEET Cutoff Trends: 2024 vs 2025
A comparison of NEET All India Ranks for MBBS admissions in Karnataka’s private medical colleges and universities reveals shifts in competitiveness over two years.
| College Type | Category | Round | 2024 All India Rank | 2025 All India Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Medical Colleges | Open | Round 1 | 65000 | 73213 |
| Private Universities | Open | Round 1 | 172000 | 153800 |
KCET 2026 Counselling: Key Dates & Process
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has outlined the tentative schedule for KCET 2026 counselling, including important dates for registration and seat allotment.
| Event | Tentative Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| KCET Verification Slip Release | June |
| Document Verification at KEA Bangalore | June |
| KCET 1st Round Counselling Start | July |
| KCET Option Entry Start | July |
| Last Date for KCET Option Entry | July |
| First Mock Allotment | July |
| Modify/Delete/Rearrange Web Options | July |
| Provisional Seat Allotment | July |
FAQs
Q: What is considered a competitive KCET rank for medical and allied health courses?
A: For highly sought-after medical allied courses like MBBS, a rank below 25,000 in KCET is generally considered competitive, while for courses like BVSc & AH, ranks around 18,000-25,000 are competitive. For B.Pharma, ranks up to 70,000 can be considered.
Q: How is the KCET rank calculated for medical allied courses?
A: The KCET rank is calculated using a 50:50 weightage of the marks obtained in the KCET exam and the marks secured in the 2nd PUC (Class 12) PCM/PCB subjects, giving equal importance to both performances.
Q: Does KCET apply to MBBS admissions in Karnataka?
A: While NEET is the primary entrance exam for MBBS admissions in Karnataka, KCET ranks are also considered for some medical and allied health science courses, including MBBS seats in certain institutions as per state regulations.
Q: What factors influence KCET medical cutoffs?
A: Several factors determine the KCET medical cutoffs, including the difficulty level of the KCET exam, the total number of candidates who appeared, the availability of seats in various colleges, and the overall performance of applicants in the exam.
Q: When are KCET medical cutoffs released?
A: KCET medical cutoffs are typically released by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) after the declaration of KCET results and during each round of the counselling process on its official portal.
Q: What is the difference between qualifying cutoff and admission cutoff for KCET?
A: The qualifying cutoff for KCET is the minimum percentage of marks required in 2nd PUC (e.g., 45% for General, 40% for reserved categories) to be eligible for the exam. The admission cutoff, however, is the closing rank up to which seats are allotted in a specific college and course during the counselling rounds.
