UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 cutoff for SC category in government medical colleges is expected between 445–555 marks and for ST category between 380–535 marks, based on 2025 closing trends. Round 1 counselling is expected to begin July 2, 2026 on upneet.gov.in.
UP NEET UG Counselling is conducted by DMER Uttar Pradesh for MBBS and BDS admissions to 85% state quota seats. SC students compete in a separate category merit list for 15% reserved seats and ST students for 7.5% reserved seats. Clearing the national NEET UG qualifying cutoff at the 40th percentile makes you eligible for counselling, but actual admission depends on how competitive your score is within the SC or ST merit list for your preferred colleges.
- NEET UG total marks: 720. SC and ST students must reach the 40th percentile — approximately 107–115 marks (expected 2026) — to qualify nationally for UP NEET UG Counselling.
- For UP government medical college seats, SC students typically need 445–555 marks and ST students 380–535 marks, based on 2025 trends.
- Government colleges reserve 15% seats for SC and 7.5% seats for ST under UP state quota.
- A valid UP domicile certificate and UP-issued caste certificate are mandatory for SC and ST category benefits.
- UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 is expected to begin July 2, 2026.
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NEET UG 2026 Qualifying Cutoff for SC and ST Category
The NEET UG qualifying cutoff is the minimum score you must secure to become eligible for state counselling. NTA sets the SC and ST qualifying threshold at the 40th percentile out of 720 marks. Based on past years, this percentile has translated to approximately 107–115 marks. Clearing this threshold makes you eligible for UP NEET UG Counselling 2026, but state counselling admission cutoffs are substantially higher.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Expected Qualifying Marks 2026 (Out of 720) | Qualifying Marks 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th Percentile | 138–145 (expected) | 138 |
| SC | 40th Percentile | 107–115 (expected) | 107 |
| ST | 40th Percentile | 107–115 (expected) | 107 |
| OBC | 40th Percentile | 107–115 (expected) | 107 |
| General-PH | 45th Percentile | 121–130 (expected) | 121 |
UP NEET UG Counselling SC and ST Cutoff: Previous Year Trends
The table below shows the approximate closing mark range for SC and ST students across UP government medical colleges over the past three counselling cycles. The range spans from the most competitive college (KGMU Lucknow) to the least selective government college, across all rounds including mop-up and stray vacancy.
| Counselling Year | SC Closing Marks — Govt. Colleges UP (Approx.) | ST Closing Marks — Govt. Colleges UP (Approx.) | National SC/ST Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 445–555 | 380–535 | 107 |
| 2024 | 440–550 | 375–525 | 107 |
| 2023 | 430–545 | 370–520 | 107 |
Historical closing marks are approximate and based on published trends. The national SC/ST qualifying marks have held at 107 (40th percentile) for three consecutive years.
Expected UP NEET UG 2026 Cutoff for Government Colleges – SC and ST
Government medical colleges in UP fill 85% of seats through state quota via UP NEET UG Counselling. Within those seats, 15% are reserved for SC and 7.5% for ST students. The table below shows college-wise expected closing marks for SC and ST students in 2026, based on 2025 closing mark trends. Students are ranked within separate category merit lists based on their NEET UG scores.
| College | SC Expected Closing Marks 2026 | ST Expected Closing Marks 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| KGMU Lucknow | 535–555 | 510–535 |
| GSVM Medical College Kanpur | 510–535 | 485–515 |
| SN Medical College Agra | 505–530 | 480–510 |
| Motilal Nehru Medical College Prayagraj | 500–525 | 475–505 |
| LLRM Medical College Meerut | 495–520 | 468–500 |
| BRD Medical College Gorakhpur | 485–515 | 460–495 |
| Other Government Colleges (UP) | 445–490 | 380–462 |
All figures above are expected and based on 2025 trends. Official 2026 cutoffs will be published on upneet.gov.in after each counselling round. Actual closing marks may vary by 5–15 marks from these estimates.
Expected UP NEET UG 2026 Cutoff for Private Medical Colleges – SC and ST
Private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh participate in UP NEET UG Counselling for state quota seats. Due to higher annual tuition fees, private college cutoffs are generally lower than government college cutoffs. SC and ST students who do not secure government college seats often find options in private colleges during Round 2, mop-up, or stray vacancy rounds.
| College Tier | SC Expected Closing Marks 2026 | ST Expected Closing Marks 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Top Private Medical Colleges in UP | 490–535 | 465–515 |
| Mid-Tier Private Medical Colleges in UP | 420–490 | 385–465 |
| Lower-Tier Private Medical Colleges in UP | 350–420 | 300–385 |
Private college cutoffs vary significantly by institution and round. These figures are expected based on 2025 trends and may shift further downward in later rounds such as mop-up and stray vacancy.
Factors Affecting UP NEET UG 2026 SC and ST Cutoff
Several variables shape where the final UP NEET UG 2026 counselling cutoff lands for SC and ST students:
- Number of SC and ST qualified students in UP: More eligible students competing for reserved seats drives the cutoff upward.
- NEET UG 2026 paper difficulty: A harder paper compresses the score distribution and can lower the state counselling cutoff by 5–15 marks compared to the previous year.
- Total reserved seats available: Any increase in total MBBS intake in UP expands the count of SC and ST reserved seats, which can reduce closing marks slightly.
- Number of counselling rounds: Seats unfilled in Round 1 roll over to Round 2, mop-up, and stray vacancy rounds where closing marks are lower.
- UP domicile restriction: Only students with a valid UP domicile certificate are eligible for state quota seats, limiting competition to UP residents and capping the eligible pool.
- Tie-breaking criteria: When two students score the same NEET UG marks, DMER UP applies NTA tie-breaking rules — higher Biology marks first, then Chemistry marks, then the older student gets preference.
UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 SC and ST Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the minimum marks for SC and ST students to qualify NEET UG 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, SC and ST students are expected to need approximately 107–115 marks out of 720 to qualify NEET UG 2026 at the 40th percentile. This national qualifying cutoff makes you eligible for UP NEET UG Counselling — it does not guarantee admission to any college.
Ques. What marks does an SC student need for a UP government medical college in 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, SC students should aim for at least 490–500 marks for mid-tier UP government colleges and 535–555 marks for top colleges like KGMU Lucknow. Scores below 445 marks are unlikely to secure a government medical college seat for SC students in UP.
Ques. Is the ST cutoff lower than the SC cutoff in UP NEET UG Counselling?
Ans. Yes. ST closing marks at the same college are generally 15–30 marks lower than SC closing marks. ST students compete in a separate ST merit list for 7.5% reserved seats, and the total number of ST applicants in UP is typically smaller than the SC applicant pool, which keeps competition slightly lower.
Ques. When does UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 begin for SC and ST students?
Ans. UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 is expected to begin July 2, 2026. DMER UP will publish the official schedule, registration link, and round-wise cutoffs on upneet.gov.in. SC and ST students should register on time and fill college choices in order of preference.
Ques. What documents are needed for SC and ST students in UP NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Ans. SC and ST students need their NEET UG 2026 scorecard, UP-issued caste certificate, UP domicile certificate, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, transfer certificate, and passport-size photographs. Only a caste certificate issued by the UP government is accepted for reserved category benefits in UP state quota seats.
Ques. How is the SC and ST merit list prepared for UP NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Ans. DMER UP prepares separate category-wise merit lists for SC and ST students based on NEET UG 2026 marks. Students with higher scores are ranked first in their respective category lists. When two students tie on marks, DMER UP applies NTA tie-breaking criteria: higher Biology marks first, then Chemistry marks, then the older student is ranked higher.
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