🗓️ Updated: July 2026 🏥 823 Medical Colleges 📈 9,911 New Seats Added
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially released the MBBS seat matrix for the 2026-27 academic session, confirming a total of 1,36,939 MBBS seats across 823 medical colleges in India[reference:0][reference:1]. This marks a significant increase of 9,911 seats (approx 7%) from last year's 1,27,028 approved seats[reference:2][reference:3]. For every NEET UG 2026 aspirant, this seat matrix is the most critical document that determines your chances during counselling.
📊 Government vs Private MBBS Seats 2026 – The Crucial Split
Understanding the government-private divide is essential because government seats are heavily subsidised and have much lower fees, while private seats come with significantly higher costs[reference:5].
Government Seats
441 Govt. Colleges
Private Seats
382 Private Colleges
Total MBBS Seats
823 Colleges Overall
Of the 9,911 new seats added this year, 2,111 seats were added in government colleges and 7,800 seats in private colleges[reference:6][reference:7]. Additionally, 25 new medical colleges were approved – 7 government (400 seats) and 18 private (2,000 seats)[reference:8].
🏛️ Top 5 States with Highest MBBS Seats 2026
Karnataka has emerged as the state with the highest number of MBBS seats, followed closely by Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu[reference:9][reference:10].
| Rank | State | Total MBBS Seats | Seats Added (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karnataka | 15,395 | 1,300 |
| 2 | Uttar Pradesh | 14,000 | 800 |
| 3 | Tamil Nadu | 13,999 | 950 |
| 4 | Maharashtra | 13,099 | 400 |
| 5 | Telangana | 10,250 | 810 |
Other significant states include Rajasthan (8,080 seats), Gujarat (7,750), Andhra Pradesh (7,465), West Bengal (7,200), and Madhya Pradesh (6,020)[reference:11].
📋 Complete State-wise MBBS Seat Distribution 2026-27
Below is the comprehensive state-wise break-up of total MBBS seats as per the NMC seat matrix for 2026-27[reference:12]:
| State / UT | Total MBBS Seats | Renewed Seats | New Seats Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | 15,395 | 14,095 | 1,300 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 14,000 | 13,200 | 800 |
| Tamil Nadu | 13,999 | 13,049 | 950 |
| Maharashtra | 13,099 | 12,699 | 400 |
| Telangana | 10,250 | 9,440 | 810 |
| Rajasthan | 8,080 | 7,180 | 900 |
| Gujarat | 7,750 | 7,550 | 200 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 7,465 | 7,090 | 375 |
| West Bengal | 7,200 | 6,375 | 825 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 6,020 | 5,600 | 420 |
| Bihar | — | — | 740 |
| Jharkhand | — | — | 370 |
Note: Seat counts for some states are based on available data; refer to official NMC matrix for complete list.
🏥 State-wise Government Medical College List & Annual Fees
Government medical colleges offer highly affordable MBBS education. Below is a state-wise list of prominent government medical colleges along with their approximate annual tuition fees.
🔹 Karnataka – Government Medical Colleges
Total Govt. Seats: ~4,000+ | Annual Fees: ₹65,000 – ₹1,10,000[reference:13]
- Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI)
- Mysore Medical College & Research Institute
- Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences
- Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences
- Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences
- Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences
- Bidar Institute of Medical Sciences
- Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences
- Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences
- Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences
🔹 Uttar Pradesh – Government Medical Colleges
Total Govt. Seats: ~5,000+ | Annual Fees: ₹18,000 – ₹85,000[reference:14]
- King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow
- Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad
- BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur
- SNMC, Agra
- Ajay Sangaal Institute of Medical Sciences, Shamli
- Kalyan Singh Government Medical College, Bulandshahr
- Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur
- Government Medical College, Azamgarh
- Government Medical College, Banda
- Government Medical College, Fatehpur
🔹 Tamil Nadu – Government Medical Colleges
Total Govt. Seats: ~5,350 | Annual Fees: ₹18,000 – ₹1,00,000[reference:15][reference:16]
- Madras Medical College, Chennai
- Stanley Medical College, Chennai
- Madurai Medical College
- Coimbatore Medical College
- Tirunelveli Medical College
- Government Vellore Medical College
- KAP Viswanatham Government Medical College, Trichy
- Kanyakumari Government Medical College
- Theni Government Medical College
- Government Medical College & ESIC Hospital, Coimbatore
- New GMCs: Ariyalur, Dindigul, Kallakurichi, Krishnagiri, Nagapattinam, Namakkal, Nilgiris, Ramanathapuram, Thiruvallur, Tiruppur, Virudhunagar, Pudukottai, Karur, Cuddalore, Villupuram, Sivagangai, Thiruvannamalai, Thiruvarur[reference:17]
🔹 Maharashtra – Government Medical Colleges
Total Govt. Colleges: 42 (including 2 central) | Annual Fees: ~₹70,500 – ₹1.5 Lakh[reference:18][reference:19]
- Grant Medical College, Mumbai
- BJ Medical College, Pune
- Government Medical College, Nagpur
- Government Medical College, Aurangabad
- Government Medical College, Jalna
- Government Medical College, Hingoli
- Government Medical College, Baramati
- Government Medical College, Gondia
- AIIMS Nagpur (Central)
- AFMC Pune (Central)
🔹 Telangana – Government Medical Colleges
Total Govt. Seats: 4,400 | Annual Fees: ₹10,000 – ₹50,000[reference:20][reference:21]
- Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad
- Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad
- Government Medical College, Nizamabad
- Government Medical College, Mahabubabad
- Government Medical College, Rajanna Sircilla
- Government Medical College, Siddipet
- Government Medical College, Warangal
- Government Medical College, Karimnagar
- Government Medical College, Khammam
🔹 Other States – Notable Government Medical Colleges
- Delhi: Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Lady Hardinge Medical College, University College of Medical Sciences
- Rajasthan: SMS Medical College, Jaipur; Dr. SN Medical College, Jodhpur; Government Medical College, Kota
- Gujarat: BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad; Government Medical College, Surat; Government Medical College, Vadodara
- West Bengal: Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata; RG Kar Medical College; Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College
- Madhya Pradesh: Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal; MG Medical College, Indore; Government Medical College, Jabalpur
- Bihar: PMCH, Patna; NMCH, Patna; Darbhanga Medical College; Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Bhagalpur
- Kerala: Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram; Government Medical College, Kozhikode; Government Medical College, Kottayam
- Punjab: Government Medical College, Amritsar; Government Medical College, Patiala
- Haryana: Pt. B.D. Sharma PGIMS, Rohtak; SHKM GMC, Nalhar
- Uttarakhand: Government Medical College, Haldwani; Government Doon Medical College, Dehradun[reference:22]
💰 MBBS Fee Structure 2026: Government vs Private
The cost of MBBS education varies dramatically between government and private institutions. Government medical colleges offer highly subsidised education, while private colleges charge significantly higher fees[reference:23].
| Type of College | Annual Tuition Fee (Approx.) | Total Course Cost (5.5 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| Government Medical College | ₹10,000 – ₹2,50,000 | ₹50,000 – ₹12 Lakh |
| Private College (State Quota) | ₹5 Lakh – ₹15 Lakh | ₹25 Lakh – ₹80 Lakh |
| Private College (Management Quota) | ₹12 Lakh – ₹25 Lakh | ₹60 Lakh – ₹1.5 Crore |
| Deemed Universities | ₹8 Lakh – ₹20 Lakh | ₹40 Lakh – ₹1 Crore |
States like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal have some of the lowest government MBBS fees (as low as ₹18,000/year), while states like Maharashtra and Karnataka have government fees in the range of ₹70,000–₹1,10,000 annually[reference:24][reference:25].
📌 NEET UG 2026 Counselling – What This Seat Matrix Means for You
The NMC has directed all counselling authorities to strictly follow the approved seat matrix during admissions[reference:26]. Key points to remember:
- AIQ Counselling (MCC): 15% of government seats are filled through All India Quota.
- State Quota Counselling: 85% of government seats are reserved for state domicile candidates.
- Private Colleges: 50% of seats in private colleges must be filled through state quota at government-fixed fees[reference:27].
- New Colleges: 25 new medical colleges (7 government + 18 private) will participate in counselling for the first time[reference:28].
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (MBBS Seats 2026)
Disclaimer: All seat numbers and fee structures are based on the NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026-27 and other official sources as of July 2026. Candidates are advised to refer to the official NMC website (nmc.org.in) and MCC counselling portal (mcc.nic.in) for the most accurate and updated information.