Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) will release the AP NEET UG 2026 cutoffs round-wise on its official website, drntr.uhsap.in, alongside the seat allotment results. The cutoff represents the closing rank, which is the final rank accepted by a medical or dental college for that particular session.
These ranks are published following each phase of the admission cycle: Round 1, Round 2, and the Mop-Up Round.
The cutoff is the critical benchmark, the "last rank" or "minimum score" that determines whether you qualify for admission into your preferred government or private medical college in Andhra Pradesh.
- An All India Rank under 5,000 typically guarantees a Round 1 seat at premier institutions like Andhra Medical College or Guntur Medical College.
- Ranks above 25,000 still offer strong prospects for newer government colleges like GMC Rajamahendravaram or top private Category-A seats.
- With 2025 General ranks closing between 1,200 and 35,000, expect 2026 cutoffs to follow a similar pattern, requiring scores above 580–610 for government seats.
Also Check:
- NEET Counselling 2026: Check Dates, Eligibility, Fees & Documents Required
- NEET Total Seat Matrix 2026 (Expected), State-wise and College-wise MBBS & BDS Seats
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: Qualifying Percentile & Expected Cutoff Scores
The qualifying marks of NEET 2026 will be released along with the result. The category-wise qualifying cutoff percentile is fixed in advance.
| Category of NEET Candidates | NEET Cutoff Percentile | NEET Cutoff Scores |
|---|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 50th percentile | 680–150 |
| OBC | 40th percentile | 149–115 |
| SC | 40th percentile | 149–115 |
| ST | 40th percentile | 149–115 |
| UR/EWS-PwD | 45th percentile | 149–130 |
| OBC-PwD | 40th percentile | 129–115 |
| SC-PwD | 40th percentile | 129–115 |
| ST-PwD | 40th percentile | 129–115 |
Note: The expected cutoff marks shown above are based on the actual NEET 2025 qualifying scores. The official NEET 2026 qualifying marks will be announced by NTA only after the declaration of NEET 2026 results.
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: Expected NEET 2026 MBBS Cutoff
These are approximate expected closing ranks for the State Quota (85% Competent Authority Quota) under Dr NTRUHS, primarily for the OC/General (Unreserved) category, based on the previous year’s cutoff.
| College | Location | Expected General Closing Rank | Expected OBC Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACSR Government Medical College, Nellore | Nellore | 32,000–42,000 | 40,000–55,000 |
| Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | 8,500–12,000 | 12,000–18,000 |
| Guntur Medical College, Guntur | Guntur | 10,000–14,000 | 14,000–22,000 |
| Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool | Kurnool | 15,000–20,000 | 20,000–28,000 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa | Kadapa | 30,000–40,000 | 38,000–52,000 |
| Ranga Raya Medical College, Kakinada | Kakinada | 31,000–41,000 | 19,000–27,000 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Srikakulam | Srikakulam | 22,000–30,000 | 28,000–38,000 |
| Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada | Vijaywada | 25,000–32,000 | 30,000–40,000 |
| Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati | Tirupati | 18,000–24,000 | 24,000–32,000 |
| Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati | Tirupati | 20,000–26,000 | 25,000–34,000 |
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: Expected Category-wise Closing Ranks
Here’s the Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026 Category-wise expected cutoff for 2026. It has been curated after analysing previous years’ cutoff trends.
| Category | Expected Closing Rank (General Colleges) | Expected Closing Rank (Top Colleges) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 15,000–35,000 | 8,000–20,000 |
| EWS | 18,000–40,000 | 12,000–25,000 |
| OBC (BC–A/B/C/D) | 20,000–45,000 | 15,000–30,000 |
| SC | 50,000–1,00,000+ | 40,000–80,000 |
| ST | 80,000–1,50,000+ | 60,000–1,20,000 |
| PwD | 40,000–1,20,000+ | 30,000–80,000 |
Ques. How do "State Quota" and "All India Quota" (AIQ) closing ranks differ in AP?
Ans. In Andhra Pradesh, 85% of seats are reserved for local students under the State Quota, managed by Dr NTRUHS. And the rest 15% is for students from other states.
Ques. What are the 'Category B' and 'Category C' seats in private medical colleges?
Ans. There are primarily 3 categories: Category A, B, & C.
- Category A (Convenor Quota): 50% of seats; lowest fees; reserved for AP-domiciled students.
- Category B (Management Quota): 35% of seats; higher fees; open to students from all over India. The cutoff rank for these is significantly higher (easier to get), often extending to 2,00,000+ AIR.
- Category C (NRI Quota): 15% of seats; highest fees; reserved for NRI candidates or their wards.
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: Previous Year’s Merit List
The merit list for NEET 2025 will be released along with the results for qualified candidates.
Also Check:
- NEET Merit List 2025: State-wise Merit Lists and All India Quota (AIQ) Merit List, Good Score, and Marks vs Rank
- NEET Total Seat Matrix 2026 (Expected), State-wise and College-wise MBBS & BDS Seats
- AYUSH NEET Counselling 2026: Check Dates, Eligibility, Cutoff, Admission Process & Required Marks
Ques. Will the 2026 Merit List be higher or lower than the 2025 list?
Ans. If more students from Andhra Pradesh score above 650 in 2026 compared to 2025, the State Merit Rank for a specific score will be "higher" (tougher competition).
Conversely, if the 2026 paper is significantly harder, the merit list may see lower scores occupying the top state ranks, potentially leading to a slight drop in the marks-based cutoff.
Ques. When will the official 2026 State Merit List be released by Dr NTRUHS?
Ans. Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr NTRUHS) is expected to release the Provisional State Merit List in the last week of June or the first week of July 2026. This occurs after the NTA declares the results (expected June 2026) and after the state registration window for counselling closes.
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: MBBS Cutoff 2025
Based on the 2025 admission data, here are the closing ranks for the top 10 medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh. For 2026, you can expect these ranks to remain within a similar ±500 range, barring significant changes in paper difficulty or seat matrix.
| College Name | Location | NEET Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| ACSR Government Medical College, Nellore | Nellore | 39,378 |
| Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | 9,703 |
| Guntur Medical College, Guntur | Guntur | 11,987 |
| Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool | Kurnool | 17,668 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa | Kadapa | ~30,000–36,000 |
| Ranga Raya Medical College, Kakinada | Kakinada | 17,107 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Srikakulam | Srikakulam | ~22,000–28,000 |
| Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada | Vijayawada | 33,792 |
| Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati | Tirupati | ~15,000–20,000 |
| Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati | Tirupati | ~18,000–25,000 |
Source: Dr NTR University of Health Science
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: MBBS Cutoff 2024
Based on the 2024 admission data, here are the closing ranks for the top 10 medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
| College Name | Location | NEET Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| ACSR Government Medical College, Nellore | Nellore | ~4,934 – 20,793 |
| Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | ~4,934 – 20,793 |
| Guntur Medical College, Guntur | Guntur | ~7,806 – 26,582 |
| Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool | Kurnool | ~9,391 – 32,259 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa | Kadapa | ~34,306 (approx.) |
| Ranga Raya Medical College, Kakinada | Kakinada | ~12,631 – 30,972 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Srikakulam | Srikakulam | ~22,802 |
| Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada | Vijayawada | ~17,188 – 34,500 (approx.) |
| Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati | Tirupati | ~17,349 – 33,500 (approx.) |
| Sri Padmavathi Medical College for Women, Tirupati | Tirupati | ~22,480 – 36,347 (Women only) |
Source: Dr NTR University of Health Science, MBBS
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AP NEET Cutoff 2026: Good Score
Based on NEET 2025 actual trends and previous years’ analysis, the following scores are considered good for securing MBBS seats in Andhra Pradesh government medical colleges through state counselling.
- 620–720 marks– Very high chances of admission in top government colleges like Andhra Medical College (Visakhapatnam), Guntur Medical College, Kurnool Medical College, and Ranga Raya Medical College in the early rounds, especially for AU/SVU local candidates.
- If you have secured marks between 590 and 619, you have a strong chance for top-tier government colleges like Andhra Medical, Guntur, Kurnool, Ranga Raya under the General / OBC categories.
- 550 and 589: You are likely to get seats in good government colleges such as Sri Venkateswara Medical College (Tirupati), Siddhartha Medical College (Vijayawada), ACSR Nellore, and RIMS Kadapa/Srikakulam.
- 500–549 Marks can land you in mid-tier government colleges or strong private/deemed options, mostly in later rounds.
- 450–499 Marks may get you seats in lower government colleges (depending on category & local area) or good private colleges under Category-A/B.
- Below 450 will limit you to private/management quota seats or spot counselling vacancies.
| Score | Expected AP State Quota | Expected All India Rank Range (Approx.) | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|---|
| 620–720 | Excellent | 1–8,000 | Andhra Medical College (Visakhapatnam), Guntur Medical College, Kurnool Medical College, and Ranga Raya Medical College in the early rounds. |
| 590—619 | Strong chances in the top 5–6 Govt colleges | 8,001–20,000 | Andhra Medical, Guntur, Kurnool, Ranga Raya, under the General / OBC categories |
| 550–589 | Good | 20,001–50,000 | Safe for most Govt colleges, including SVMC Tirupati, Siddhartha, and ACSR Nellore. |
| 510–549 | Moderate | 50,001–1,00,000 | Chances in lower Govt colleges or strong private seats. |
| 460–509 | Borderline | 1,00,001–2,00,000 | Limited Govt seats (mainly reserved categories); good for private colleges |
| Below 460 | Low | 2,00,000+ | Mostly private / management quota or spot rounds. |
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: Mark vs Rank (Category-wise)
The table below provides expected data for NEET 2026 based on NEET 2025 actual trends, number of students, and historical patterns.
| Score (Out of 720) | Expected AIR Range (Gen/EWS) | Expected AIR Range (OBC) | Expected AIR Range (SC) | Expected AIR Range (ST) | Expected AIR Range (PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 680–720 | 1–100 | 1–300 | 1–1000 | 1–2000 | 1–5000 |
| 650–679 | 101–1,500 | 301–3,000 | 1,001–5000 | 2001–8000 | 5,001–15,000 |
| 620–649 | 1,501–8,000 | 3,001–12,000 | 5,001–15,000 | 8,001–20,000 | 15,001–30,000 |
| 600–619 | 8,001–20,000 | 12,001–25,000 | 15,001–30,000 | 20,001–40,000 | 30,001–50,000 |
| 560–599 | 20,001–50,000 | 25,001–60,000 | 30,001–70,000 | 40,001–85,000 | 50,001–90,000 |
| 520–559 | 50,001–1,00,000 | 60,001–1,20,000 | 70,001–1,40,000 | 85,001–1,60,000 | 90,001–1,50,000 |
| 480–519 | 1,00,001–1,80,000 | 1,20,001–2,00,000 | 1,40,001–2,20,000 | 1,60,001–2,50,000 | 1,50,000–2,20,000 |
| 440–479 | 1,80,001–2,80,000 | 2,00,001–3,00,000 | 2,20,001–3,20,000 | 2,50,000–3,50,000 | 2,20,001–3,00,000 |
| Below 440 | 2,80,000+ | 3,00,000+ | 3,20,000+ | 3,50,000+ | 3,00,000+ |
Ques. Can I get an MBBS seat in AP with a score below 500 in 2026?
Ans. Yes, but the type of seat changes:
- Government Seats: Usually restricted to SC/ST or PwD categories at this score.
- Private Colleges (Category A): Possible for BC/OBC categories in newer private colleges if the score is above 480.
- Management Quota (Category B): Readily available for General and OBC candidates with scores between 350–450, provided they can meet the higher fee requirements.
Ques. How does the 2026 Tie-Breaking rule affect my rank if I have the same marks as another student?
Ans. If multiple students achieve the same score, the NTA and DrNTRUHS use a specific hierarchy to determine the rank:
- Higher Marks in Biology (Botany & Zoology combined).
- Higher Marks in Chemistry.
- Higher Marks in Physics.
- Lower Ratio of incorrect to correct answers. This can cause a difference of hundreds of ranks even among students with the same total score.
Andhra Pradesh NEET Cutoff 2026: Seat Intake (AIQ & HS Quota) - College Wise (MBBS)
The table below shows expected seat intake for AP NEET 2026 based on the 2025 seat matrix released by Dr YSR University of Health Sciences (Dr NTRUHS).
| Colleges | Type | Total Seats | AI Seats (15%) | HS Seats (85%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam | Government | 250 | 38 | 212 |
| Guntur Medical College, Guntur | Government | 250 | 38 | 212 |
| Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada | Government | 250 | 38 | 212 |
| S.V. Medical College, Tirupati | Government | 250 | 38 | 212 |
| Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool | Government | 250 | 38 | 212 |
| ACSR Government Medical College, Nellore | Government | 250 | 38 | 149 |
| Government Medical College, Ananthapuram | Government | 250 | 38 | 170 |
| Government Medical College, Machilipatnam | Government | 250 | 38 | 127 |
| Government Medical College, Ongole | Government | 250 | 38 | 102 |
| AIIMS Mangalagiri | AIIMS | 125 | 0 | 0 |
- AIIMS Mangalagiri seats are filled through All India Quota by MCC (not through State Quota).
Ques. Why do some colleges show a sum of AI and HS seats that is less than the "Total Seats"?
Ans. The gap between the sum of AIQ+HS and the Total is usually accounted for by specific sub-quotas, such as the Central Pool (for candidates from states with no medical colleges), EWS (Economically Weaker Section) reservations, and special categories like CAP (Children of Armed Personnel), NCC, or Sports quota, which may be reported separately in the final seat matrix.
Ques. Can a student from another state apply for the HS Quota (85%) seats in AP?
Ans. No, to be eligible for the 85% Home State Quota, a candidate must fulfill the local status criteria defined by the Presidential Order (usually based on consecutive years of schooling in Andhra Pradesh).
FAQs
Ques. How much should I score in NEET 2026 to get a seat in Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam, or Guntur Medical College (General category)?
Ans. To secure a General category seat in AMC Visakhapatnam or Guntur Medical College, aim for a score of 645–660+ (AIR under 8,000) for the State Quota. For All India Quota, you will likely need a higher score of 685–695+ (AIR under 3,000).
Ques. What are the expected category-wise cutoffs (OC, BC, SC, ST, EWS) for AP government medical colleges in NEET 2026?
Ans. Expected 2026 cutoffs are 615–635+ for OC, 605–620+ for EWS, and 580–610+ for BC categories. SC and ST candidates should target 490–520+ and 460–490+, respectively, to secure a government seat.
Ques. How many MBBS seats are there in AP?
Ans. As of the 2026 academic session, Andhra Pradesh has approximately 7,215 MBBS seats across its government and private medical institutions. This number has seen a steady increase due to the state's phased expansion of medical education.
Ques. Which college is best for MBBS in AP?
Ans. As of 2026, AIIMS Mangalagiri is widely considered the best medical college in Andhra Pradesh due to its status as an Institute of National Importance (INI). Among state-run institutions, Andhra Medical College (AMC), Visakhapatnam, remains the most prestigious legacy college.
Ques. With a rank of around 30,000–50,000 in NEET 2026, which government or private medical colleges can I get into in Andhra Pradesh?
Ans. With a rank of 30,000–50,000, you can secure seats in newer government colleges like GMC Rajamahendravaram or GMC Machilipatnam. You also have excellent prospects for Category-A seats in top private institutions such as NRI Medical College (Guntur) or ASRAM (Eluru).
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