The expected AYUSH NEET 2026 qualifying cutoff for OBC students is approximately 113–145 marks out of 720, while admission cutoffs for government college seats range from closing ranks of roughly 80,000 to over 2,50,000 depending on the course — BAMS being the most competitive and BUMS the least.
AYUSH admissions for BAMS, BHMS and BUMS are based entirely on NEET UG scores. The Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) conducts the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and publishes category-wise closing ranks after each round at aaccc.gov.in. OBC students must first meet the NEET qualifying threshold — the 40th percentile — and then compete for available seats through rank-based allotment. Two distinct cutoffs apply: the qualifying cutoff (minimum marks to enter counselling) and the admission cutoff (the closing rank or score at which the last seat is filled in a course).
- OBC qualifying percentile for NEET is 40th percentile; in 2025 this corresponded to 113–143 marks out of 720.
- In AACCC 2025 Round 1, the OBC closing rank for BAMS at central government AYUSH institutions was approximately 87,697.
- The OBC closing rank for BHMS at the National Institute of Homoeopathy was approximately 96,868 in 2025 Round 1.
- BUMS has the lowest competition among the three courses; its OBC closing ranks are expected to be higher numbers (easier to secure) than BAMS and BHMS.
- AACCC 2026 cutoffs will be officially released after each counselling round at aaccc.gov.in.
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OBC Qualifying Cutoff: Percentile and Marks for AYUSH NEET
All AYUSH applicants must first clear the NEET UG qualifying cutoff for their category before being eligible for AACCC counselling. For OBC students, this is fixed at the 40th percentile. The actual marks corresponding to this percentile shift each year based on overall exam difficulty and the performance distribution of test-takers.
The table below shows how the OBC qualifying marks have moved in recent years and the expected range for 2026:
| Year | Qualifying Percentile (OBC) | OBC Qualifying Marks (out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40th percentile | 127–161 |
| 2025 | 40th percentile | 113–143 |
| 2026 (expected) | 40th percentile | 113–145 (expected) |
Clearing this qualifying threshold only makes you eligible for counselling. The actual seat allotment depends on rank — and the closing rank at which the last available OBC seat in a course and college is filled. That admission cutoff is considerably higher in terms of NEET score than the qualifying marks.
BAMS 2026 Expected OBC Cutoff (Based on 2025 Trends)
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) is the most sought-after AYUSH course and consistently records the highest competition among OBC students. In AACCC 2025 Round 1, the OBC closing rank for BAMS at central government AYUSH institutions was approximately 87,697. Government-aided and private colleges fill seats at higher closing ranks (lower scores), giving more students a realistic chance.
| College Type | Expected OBC Opening Rank (approx) | Expected OBC Closing Rank (approx) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Government AYUSH Institutions | 10,000–20,000 | 80,000–1,00,000 | Highest competition; limited OBC seats |
| State Government Colleges (AIQ seats) | 80,000–1,00,000 | 1,00,000–1,60,000 | Moderate competition; varies by state |
| Private Colleges (AIQ seats) | 1,50,000–2,00,000 | 2,50,000–4,00,000 | Lower cutoff; more seats available |
All figures are expected based on AACCC 2024–2025 counselling trends. Official cutoffs are released by AACCC after each counselling round.
BHMS 2026 Expected OBC Cutoff (Based on 2025 Trends)
BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery) attracts fewer applicants than BAMS. In AACCC 2025 Round 1, the OBC closing rank for BHMS at the National Institute of Homoeopathy (a premier central government institution) was approximately 96,868. OBC students with moderate NEET ranks have a better chance at government BHMS seats compared to BAMS.
| College Type | Expected OBC Opening Rank (approx) | Expected OBC Closing Rank (approx) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Government AYUSH Institutions | 20,000–35,000 | 90,000–1,10,000 | Slightly lower cutoff than BAMS central govt |
| State Government Colleges (AIQ seats) | 90,000–1,10,000 | 1,30,000–1,90,000 | Moderate competition; varies by state |
| Private Colleges (AIQ seats) | 1,80,000–2,30,000 | 3,00,000–4,50,000 | Accessible to students with lower ranks |
All figures are expected based on AACCC 2024–2025 counselling trends.
BUMS 2026 Expected OBC Cutoff (Based on 2025 Trends)
BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) has the lowest number of applicants among BAMS, BHMS and BUMS. This makes its OBC closing rank higher in number — meaning OBC students with lower NEET scores can secure BUMS seats in government colleges more easily. BUMS is a five-and-a-half-year degree including a one-year internship and offers good prospects in Unani practice and research.
| College Type | Expected OBC Opening Rank (approx) | Expected OBC Closing Rank (approx) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Government AYUSH Institutions | 50,000–80,000 | 1,20,000–1,80,000 | Least competitive among the three at central level |
| State Government Colleges (AIQ seats) | 1,20,000–1,80,000 | 2,00,000–2,80,000 | Good access for OBC students with moderate ranks |
| Private Colleges (AIQ seats) | 2,50,000–3,50,000 | 4,00,000–6,00,000 | Widely accessible; lowest cutoff among AYUSH courses |
All figures are expected based on 2024–2025 AACCC counselling trends.
Factors Affecting AYUSH NEET 2026 OBC Cutoff
The OBC cutoff for BAMS, BHMS and BUMS in 2026 will be shaped by a set of demand and supply variables:
- Number of OBC seats: Any increase in government college intake or new institution approvals expands available OBC seats and eases closing ranks.
- NEET 2026 difficulty level: A tougher paper lowers raw scores across the board and pulls the qualifying marks — and potentially the admission cutoff marks — downward. An easier paper has the opposite effect.
- Total NEET applicants opting for AYUSH: Growing interest in BAMS and BHMS over recent years has steadily increased competition. Higher participation pushes OBC closing ranks to lower numbers (more competitive).
- Course preference: BAMS consistently draws the highest demand, keeping its OBC cutoff the most competitive. BUMS has the lowest applicant volume and therefore the most accessible OBC cutoff.
- AACCC counselling rounds: Cutoffs loosen in Round 2, Round 3 and the mop-up round as unfilled seats are reallocated. OBC students who miss Round 1 can still find seats at higher closing ranks in later rounds.
- State versus central quota: The 15% AIQ seats under AACCC and the 85% state quota seats have separate cutoffs. State counselling cutoffs vary considerably by state and are published by respective state AYUSH authorities.
AYUSH NEET 2026 OBC Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected OBC qualifying marks for AYUSH NEET 2026?
Ans. The expected OBC qualifying marks for AYUSH NEET 2026 are approximately 113–145 out of 720, corresponding to the 40th percentile in NEET UG. The exact figure depends on NEET 2026 difficulty and will be officially released by NTA after results are declared.
Ques. What is the difference between qualifying cutoff and admission cutoff in AYUSH NEET?
Ans. The qualifying cutoff (around 113–145 marks for OBC in 2026) is the minimum NEET score needed to be eligible for AACCC counselling. The admission cutoff is the closing rank at which the last available OBC seat in a specific course and college type is filled — this is much higher in terms of marks than the qualifying threshold.
Ques. What OBC rank is needed for BAMS in a government college through AACCC?
Ans. Based on AACCC 2025 Round 1 trends, OBC students need a closing rank of approximately 80,000–1,00,000 for central government AYUSH institutions and up to 1,60,000 for state government college AIQ seats. These are expected figures for 2026 and will be confirmed once AACCC releases official cutoffs.
Ques. Which AYUSH course has the lowest OBC cutoff in 2026?
Ans. BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery) is expected to have the lowest OBC cutoff among the three courses. OBC students with ranks in the range of 1,20,000–1,80,000 can expect to secure BUMS seats at central government AYUSH institutions, based on 2025 trends.
Ques. Is the OBC cutoff for BHMS lower than for BAMS?
Ans. Yes. BHMS sees less competition than BAMS. The expected OBC closing rank for BHMS at central government institutions is around 90,000–1,10,000 compared to 80,000–1,00,000 for BAMS, making BHMS somewhat more accessible for OBC students with moderate NEET ranks.
Ques. Where will the official AYUSH NEET 2026 OBC cutoff be published?
Ans. AACCC publishes the official category-wise closing ranks for all AYUSH courses — including OBC — after each counselling round at aaccc.gov.in. Students should check the official portal after each round for the most current cutoff data.
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