KGMU MBBS 2026 expected closing rank in UP NEET UG counselling is around 100–200 for UR category and 700–1,350 for SC category, based on 2025 trends.
King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow is among the most sought-after government medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh. MBBS admissions at KGMU are conducted through UP NEET UG 2026 counselling, overseen by DGME UP at upneet.gov.in. With approximately 250 MBBS seats, competition at KGMU is intense and the closing rank varies by category and counselling round. This article covers expected round-wise and category-wise closing ranks for KGMU MBBS 2026 based on 2023–2025 counselling data.
- KGMU MBBS total seats: ~250 (State Quota: ~212 seats; Management Quota: ~38 seats)
- UP NEET UG 2026 counselling is expected to begin in July 2026.
- Closing ranks below are based on the UP State Merit List rank, not NEET AIR.
- UR students need a state rank under 200 to secure a KGMU seat, based on 2025 trends.
- All cutoff figures are expected and derived from 2023–2025 counselling data.
| Direct Link — UP NEET UG 2026 Counselling Portal (Active from July 2026) — upneet.gov.in |
KGMU MBBS 2026 Seat Matrix
KGMU, Lucknow offers approximately 250 MBBS seats in total. Of these, 85% (around 212 seats) are State Quota seats allotted through UP NEET UG counselling by DGME UP. The remaining 15% (around 38 seats) are Management Quota seats. Category-wise distribution of State Quota seats follows UP government reservation norms:
| Category | Approximate Seats (State Quota) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 85 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 57 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 44 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 |
| Total (State Quota) | ~212 |
ST category has very few seats at KGMU, which is why the rank range for ST students is significantly wider in the cutoff table below.
KGMU MBBS 2026 Expected Round-Wise Cutoff
The table below shows expected closing ranks (UP State Merit Rank) for KGMU MBBS across all rounds of UP NEET UG 2026 counselling. These are projected figures based on 2023–2025 trends and are not official cutoffs.
| Category | Round 1 (Expected) | Round 2 (Expected) | Mop-Up Round (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–260 |
| OBC | 350–450 | 450–560 | 560–650 |
| EWS | 175–240 | 240–320 | 320–400 |
| SC | 700–950 | 950–1,150 | 1,150–1,350 |
| ST | 1,500–2,000 | 2,000–2,500 | 2,500–3,000 |
All ranks are on the UP State Merit List. A lower rank number means a stronger merit position. Closing ranks increase progressively from Round 1 to the Mop-Up Round as seats fill up and higher-ranked students upgrade or withdraw.
KGMU MBBS Previous Year Cutoff Trends
Past closing ranks from UP NEET UG counselling at KGMU help you benchmark expected competition for 2026. The figures below are approximate Round 2 closing ranks for 2023, 2024, and 2025.
| Category | 2025 Closing Rank | 2024 Closing Rank | 2023 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | ~180 | ~175 | ~160 |
| OBC | ~530 | ~510 | ~480 |
| EWS | ~305 | ~290 | ~270 |
| SC | ~1,100 | ~1,080 | ~1,020 |
| ST | ~2,300 | ~2,200 | ~2,100 |
The data shows a consistent year-on-year rise in closing ranks across all categories, indicating growing competition for KGMU MBBS seats. Students targeting KGMU should aim for a UP State Merit Rank comfortably within the range shown for their category.
Factors Affecting KGMU MBBS 2026 Cutoff
Several variables determine the final closing rank at KGMU in each UP NEET UG counselling cycle:
- Total UP NEET qualifiers in 2026: More UP-domicile qualifiers increases competition and pushes closing ranks higher.
- NEET UG 2026 paper difficulty: An easier paper raises overall scores and compresses rank bands, affecting category-wise cutoffs.
- Seat matrix changes at KGMU: Any revision in total MBBS seats directly shifts the closing rank for each category.
- Choice-filling preferences: KGMU is a top preference for most UP medical students, so it fills up early in Round 1.
- Number of counselling rounds: Mop-up and stray vacancy rounds allow lower-ranked students to secure seats, pushing the final closing rank higher.
- Category-wise participation: Year-to-year variation in OBC, SC, EWS, and ST applicant numbers shifts respective category cutoffs.
How to Check KGMU MBBS Cutoff in UP NEET UG 2026
After each allotment round, DGME UP publishes seat allotment lists from which you can extract KGMU-specific closing ranks. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official UP NEET UG counselling portal: upneet.gov.in.
- Click the "Allotment Result" or "Seat Allotment" link for the specific round.
- Download the PDF allotment list or access the online allotment dashboard.
- Search for "KGMU Lucknow" and filter by your category (UR / OBC / SC / EWS / ST).
- The last merit rank allotted under your category is the closing rank for KGMU in that round.
Check the allotment list after Round 1, Round 2, and the Mop-Up Round to track how closing ranks shift as seats fill across rounds.
KGMU MBBS UP NEET UG 2026 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected KGMU MBBS cutoff for UR category in UP NEET UG 2026?
Ans. Based on 2024 and 2025 data, the expected closing rank for UR students at KGMU in Round 2 is approximately 150–200 on the UP State Merit List. This is a projected figure; the official cutoff will be published after allotment results are declared.
Ques. How many MBBS seats does KGMU Lucknow have?
Ans. KGMU, Lucknow has approximately 250 MBBS seats. Around 212 seats (85%) are State Quota seats filled through UP NEET UG counselling, and around 38 seats (15%) are Management Quota seats.
Ques. Is the KGMU MBBS cutoff based on NEET AIR or UP State Merit Rank?
Ans. KGMU admissions through UP NEET UG counselling use the UP State Merit Rank, assigned by DGME UP to UP-domicile NEET qualifiers. This is different from the All India Rank (AIR) published by NTA.
Ques. Does the KGMU MBBS closing rank change between Round 1 and Round 2?
Ans. Yes. Closing ranks typically increase from Round 1 to Round 2 and further in the Mop-Up Round because top-ranked students may upgrade or withdraw, opening seats to students with higher rank numbers in subsequent rounds.
Ques. When will UP NEET UG 2026 counselling for KGMU MBBS admissions start?
Ans. UP NEET UG 2026 counselling is expected to begin around July 2026. The official schedule and registration dates will be announced by DGME UP on upneet.gov.in after NEET UG 2026 results are declared.
Ques. What UP State Merit Rank should OBC students target to get KGMU MBBS?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, OBC students with a UP State Merit Rank within 350–450 can expect a seat at KGMU in Round 1. Ranks up to 650 may secure a seat in the Mop-Up Round. These are expected figures and will be confirmed after official allotment.
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