The Kerala NEET UG 2026 seat matrix is expected to cover approximately 4,500 MBBS seats across 10 government and over 25 self-financing medical colleges, with the official list to be released by CEE Kerala around June 12, 2026.
CEE Kerala publishes the seat matrix before NEET UG counselling begins each year, listing every college with total seats, quota split, and category-wise distribution. Based on 2025 trends, the total seat count is expected to remain around 4,500 for the 2026 admissions cycle.
- Total MBBS seats in Kerala 2026 (expected): approximately 4,500 across all colleges.
- Government medical colleges contribute around 1,400 seats to the state pool.
- 15% of government college seats (roughly 210) go to the All India Quota under MCC counselling.
- Over 25 self-financing colleges offer approximately 3,000+ seats through state, management, and NRI quota routes.
- The official 2026 seat matrix will be at cee.kerala.gov.in — check from June 12, 2026.
| Direct Link – Kerala NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix (Expected June 12, 2026) — cee.kerala.gov.in |
Kerala NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix Overview
Kerala fills MBBS seats through government colleges, self-financing colleges, and deemed universities. The table below summarises the expected seat landscape for 2026, based on 2025 data.
| Parameter | Details (Expected 2026) |
|---|---|
| Total MBBS seats in Kerala | ~4,500 |
| Government medical colleges | ~10 colleges, ~1,400 seats |
| Self-financing medical colleges | 25+ colleges, ~3,000+ seats |
| All India Quota (AIQ) seats | 15% of govt college seats (~210 seats) |
| Counselling authority | CEE Kerala |
| Seat matrix release date | Expected June 12, 2026 |
| Admission basis | NEET UG 2026 score and Kerala domicile |
Government Medical College Seats in Kerala 2026
Kerala has approximately 10 state-funded government medical colleges. 85% of seats fall under state quota counselled by CEE Kerala; the remaining 15% go to the All India Quota. Expected seat counts based on 2025 data are below.
| College | Location | Total Seats (Expected) | State Quota (85%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Govt. Medical College | Thiruvananthapuram | 200 | 170 |
| Govt. Medical College | Kozhikode | 200 | 170 |
| Govt. Medical College | Kottayam | 200 | 170 |
| Govt. Medical College | Thrissur | 150 | 128 |
| Govt. Medical College | Manjeri, Malappuram | 150 | 128 |
| Govt. Medical College | Ernakulam | 100 | 85 |
| Govt. Medical College | Palakkad | 100 | 85 |
| Govt. Medical College | Kannur | 100 | 85 |
| Govt. Medical College | Kollam | 100 | 85 |
| Govt. Medical College | Alappuzha | 100 | 85 |
| Total | ~1,400 | ~1,191 |
Self-Financing Medical College Seats in Kerala 2026
Kerala has over 25 NMC-approved self-financing colleges, both minority and non-minority. Each approved college offers 100–150 MBBS seats per year. Of these, 50% are filled through CEE Kerala state counselling; the rest go to management and NRI quotas. Major colleges and expected seats based on 2025 trends are listed below.
| College Name | Location | Total Seats (Expected) | State Quota (50%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences | Kochi | 100 | 50 |
| Believers Church Medical College | Thiruvalla | 100 | 50 |
| Dr. Somervell Memorial CMC | Karakonam, Thiruvananthapuram | 100 | 50 |
| Jubilee Mission Medical College | Thrissur | 100 | 50 |
| Kannur Medical College | Anjarakandy, Kannur | 150 | 75 |
| Karuna Medical College | Palakkad | 100 | 50 |
| Malabar Medical College | Kozhikode | 100 | 50 |
| Mar Thoma Medical College | Kolenchery, Ernakulam | 100 | 50 |
| MES Medical College | Perintalmanna, Malappuram | 100 | 50 |
| MOSC Medical College | Kolenchery, Ernakulam | 100 | 50 |
| NIMS Medicity | Thiruvananthapuram | 100 | 50 |
| Pushpagiri Medical College | Thiruvalla | 100 | 50 |
| Sree Gokulam Medical College | Thiruvananthapuram | 100 | 50 |
| SUT Academy of Medical Sciences | Thiruvananthapuram | 100 | 50 |
| TD Medical College | Alappuzha | 100 | 50 |
| Travancore Medical College | Kollam | 100 | 50 |
| Al-Azhar Medical College | Thodupuzha, Idukki | 100 | 50 |
| Dr. Moopen’s Medical College | Wayanad | 100 | 50 |
| Total (18 colleges listed) | ~1,850 | ~925 |
Quota-wise Seat Distribution in Kerala MBBS 2026
Kerala NEET UG seats are divided across multiple quotas depending on college type. Government college seats are split 15% AIQ and 85% state quota. Self-financing colleges follow a three-way split. Expected distribution based on 2025 norms is below.
| College Type | Quota | Percentage | Counselling Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | All India Quota (AIQ) | 15% | MCC |
| State Quota | 85% | CEE Kerala | |
| Self-Financing Colleges | State / Government Quota | 50% | CEE Kerala |
| Management Quota | 35% | College Authority | |
| NRI Quota | 15% | College Authority |
Students with Kerala domicile who score above the NEET UG state cutoff are eligible for state quota seats. NRI quota students apply directly to the respective college, not through CEE Kerala counselling.
Category-wise Reservation in Kerala NEET UG 2026
State quota seats follow reservation norms set by the Government of Kerala. SC students receive 8% reservation and ST students receive 2% reservation in government college state quota seats. The broad breakdown based on 2025 norms is shown below.
| Category | Reservation (Expected) |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 8% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2% |
| Other Backward Communities (OBC / SEBC) | ~40% across multiple sub-categories |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% where applicable |
| General / Unreserved | Remaining seats |
Kerala’s OBC reservation is further sub-divided into OBC-H, OBC-C, OBC-M, and various SEBC sub-groups. The official seat matrix will carry the exact sub-category-wise count for each college. Students must hold a valid community certificate for the sub-category they intend to apply under.
Kerala NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total MBBS seats are available in Kerala through NEET UG 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, Kerala is expected to offer approximately 4,500 MBBS seats across 10 government and 25+ self-financing medical colleges. The confirmed total will appear in the official seat matrix at cee.kerala.gov.in.
Ques. When will the Kerala NEET UG 2026 seat matrix be released?
Ans. The Kerala NEET UG 2026 seat matrix is expected to be released around June 12, 2026, on the official CEE Kerala website at cee.kerala.gov.in.
Ques. What percentage of government college seats in Kerala are under state quota?
Ans. 85% of seats in Kerala government medical colleges are under state quota, managed through CEE Kerala counselling. The remaining 15% go to the All India Quota managed by MCC.
Ques. How are self-financing medical college seats distributed in Kerala?
Ans. Self-financing college seats are typically divided as 50% state quota (through CEE Kerala), 35% management quota, and 15% NRI quota, based on 2025 norms.
Ques. Do NRI students need NEET UG qualification for an MBBS seat in Kerala?
Ans. Yes. NEET UG qualification is mandatory for all MBBS admissions in India, including NRI quota seats. NRI quota students apply directly through the college rather than through CEE Kerala counselling.
Ques. What is the SC and ST reservation in Kerala government medical colleges?
Ans. SC students receive 8% reservation and ST students receive 2% reservation in state quota seats of Kerala government medical colleges, based on 2025 norms. Remaining seats are distributed among OBC, EWS, and general categories per Kerala government policy.
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