The AYUSH NEET 2026 expected cutoff for General Category is estimated at 480–500 marks out of 720 for BAMS, 440–460 marks for BHMS, 380–405 marks for BUMS, and 350–375 marks for BSMS at government colleges under AACCC All India Quota counselling.
AYUSH NEET 2026 cutoffs are determined by NEET UG scores and published by the Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) after each counselling round. Students seeking admission to BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, or BSMS through the 15% All India Quota must first clear the NEET UG minimum qualifying percentile and then compete for seats based on their 2026 rank. The expected cutoff figures below are based on 2023 and 2024 AACCC counselling trends and will be updated once official 2026 data is released.
- NEET UG 2026 General Category minimum qualifying marks: approximately 137–145 out of 720 (50th percentile; exact figure announced with result).
- BAMS expected cutoff 2026 (General, AIQ): Closing marks 480–500 out of 720.
- BHMS expected cutoff 2026 (General, AIQ): Closing marks 440–460 out of 720.
- BUMS expected cutoff 2026 (General, AIQ): Closing marks 380–405 out of 720.
- BSMS expected cutoff 2026 (General, AIQ): Closing marks 350–375 out of 720.
- State quota (85% seats) cutoffs are issued separately by each state counselling authority and are not included above.
| Direct Link to AYUSH NEET 2026 Official Counselling Portal — AACCC (aaccc.gov.in) |
AYUSH NEET 2026 Minimum Qualifying Marks for General Category
Before competing for AYUSH college seats, students must clear the NEET UG minimum qualifying cutoff set by NTA. This percentile-based threshold determines whether a student is eligible for AACCC or state AYUSH counselling at all. Clearing the minimum cutoff does not guarantee admission — it only makes a student eligible to participate in counselling.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Expected Minimum Marks (out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50th percentile | 137–145 |
| General-PwD | 45th percentile | 121–128 |
| OBC / SC / ST | 40th percentile | 107–115 |
| OBC / SC / ST-PwD | 40th percentile | 107–115 |
The exact marks at the 50th percentile change every year with exam difficulty and the total number of students who appear. The ranges above are estimates based on 2023 and 2024 NEET UG trends. Official minimum qualifying marks for 2026 will be confirmed when NEET UG 2026 results are declared by NTA.
Previous Year AYUSH NEET Cutoff for General Category
The table below shows approximate AACCC All India Quota (15%) Round 1 opening and closing marks for General Category students at government AYUSH colleges in 2024 and 2023. These figures are the primary reference for estimating the 2026 expected cutoff.
| Course | 2024 Opening Marks (Approx.) | 2024 Closing Marks (Approx.) | 2023 Opening Marks (Approx.) | 2023 Closing Marks (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAMS | 570 | 480 | 565 | 475 |
| BHMS | 540 | 440 | 535 | 435 |
| BUMS | 490 | 380 | 480 | 370 |
| BSMS | 460 | 350 | 445 | 335 |
Opening marks represent the highest-scoring student admitted in Round 1 of that year. Closing marks represent the lowest-scoring student who secured a seat in that round at a government college under AIQ. Private college cutoffs and state quota cutoffs are determined by separate authorities and are not reflected in the table above.
AYUSH NEET 2026 Expected Cutoff: Course-wise Breakdown
Based on 2023 and 2024 AACCC counselling trends, the table below gives the expected AYUSH NEET 2026 cutoff for General Category students at government colleges under All India Quota. All figures are estimates and will be replaced by official AACCC data once 2026 counselling rounds conclude.
| Course | Full Form | Expected Opening Marks 2026 (out of 720) | Expected Closing Marks 2026 (out of 720) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAMS | Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery | 570–590 | 480–500 |
| BHMS | Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery | 540–560 | 440–460 |
| BUMS | Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery | 490–515 | 380–405 |
| BSMS | Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery | 455–475 | 350–375 |
Among all four AYUSH courses, BAMS remains the most competitive due to higher student preference and a larger applicant pool. BSMS seats are concentrated mainly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, which affects state-level competition and cutoffs significantly. Students scoring between 380 and 470 in General Category may still secure admission to private AYUSH colleges through state counselling processes, where cutoffs are typically lower than government college cutoffs under AIQ.
Factors Affecting AYUSH NEET 2026 Cutoff
The AYUSH NEET 2026 cutoff for General Category is expected to shift from previous year levels based on several variables. Students planning AYUSH counselling should monitor each of the following before finalising college preferences:
- Total NEET UG 2026 qualified students: A higher number of students crossing the 50th percentile threshold increases competition for AIQ seats and pushes cutoffs upward.
- NEET UG 2026 exam difficulty: A tougher paper compresses scores across the board and can lower cutoffs slightly. An easier paper raises them.
- Seat intake changes: New AYUSH college approvals or capacity increases from the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) or the Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH) add seats and can ease cutoffs for BHMS.
- AIQ versus state quota balance: Any revision to the 15% AIQ or AACCC seat-sharing norms directly impacts AACCC-specific cutoffs.
- College and state-level demand: Premier government colleges in Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh consistently close at higher marks than the national average, pulling the overall opening cutoff upward.
- Number of counselling rounds: Round 1 cutoffs are the highest. Round 2 and mop-up round cutoffs fall as unfilled seats become available, giving students with lower scores another opportunity.
AYUSH NEET 2026 General Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the AYUSH NEET 2026 expected cutoff for General Category in BAMS?
Ans. Based on 2023 and 2024 AACCC counselling trends, the expected closing cutoff for BAMS General Category at government colleges under All India Quota is approximately 480–500 marks out of 720. Top government BAMS colleges may open at 570–590 marks in Round 1. These are estimates and will be confirmed after official 2026 counselling data is published.
Ques. What is the minimum NEET score required for AYUSH counselling in General Category?
Ans. General Category students need to score at or above the 50th percentile in NEET UG 2026 to be eligible for AYUSH counselling. This is expected to correspond to approximately 137–145 marks out of 720, based on previous year trends. Clearing this threshold is only the eligibility floor — actual college admission requires a significantly higher score.
Ques. Which AYUSH course has the lowest cutoff for General Category in 2026?
Ans. Based on previous year trends, BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery) is expected to have the lowest closing cutoff among the four AYUSH courses, at approximately 350–375 marks out of 720 for General Category at government colleges under AIQ. BAMS has the highest cutoff among the four courses.
Ques. Does the AYUSH NEET cutoff differ between AACCC and state counselling?
Ans. Yes. AACCC manages counselling for 15% All India Quota seats, and its cutoff applies only to those seats. The remaining 85% state quota seats have separate cutoffs set by each state counselling authority. State cutoffs may be higher or lower than AIQ cutoffs depending on local student numbers and available seats in that state.
Ques. When will the official AYUSH NEET 2026 cutoff be published?
Ans. The official AYUSH NEET 2026 cutoff will be released by AACCC after each counselling round concludes. Students can check the merit list and round-wise cutoffs directly on the official AACCC portal at aaccc.gov.in once counselling begins.
Ques. Is 500 marks enough for BHMS admission in General Category under AIQ?
Ans. Based on expected 2026 cutoff trends, 500 marks out of 720 is above the expected closing cutoff for General Category BHMS at government colleges under AIQ (estimated at 440–460). However, top-ranked government BHMS colleges may require 540 marks or more to open. Your specific admission chances also depend on your NEET 2026 rank and your preferred state and college.
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