NEET UG 2026 cutoff and counselling for Ladakh — this guide explains the qualifying percentile Ladakh candidates must clear, how the 85% state-quota seats in Ladakh are filled through state counselling, and how you can also compete for the 15% All India Quota. NEET is a single national exam, so the qualifying bar is the same everywhere; what changes by state is the admission cutoff for local colleges.
NEET 2026 Qualifying Cutoff Percentile (Applies in Ladakh)
The qualifying percentile for NEET UG is fixed nationwide by the NTA and applies the same way in Ladakh as in every other state or union territory. Only the final cutoff marks shift a little each year with overall candidate performance.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Expected Cutoff Marks | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50th Percentile | 145–165 (Expected) | Min score to be eligible for counselling |
| General-PwBD | 45th Percentile | 130–145 (Expected) | For PH candidates in General category |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL | 40th Percentile | 100–120 (Expected) | Qualifying marks for reserved categories |
| SC/ST/OBC PwBD | 40th Percentile | 100–120 (Expected) | Reserved category persons with disability |
| EWS (Economically WS) | 50th Percentile | 145–165 (Expected) | Same as General — follows 50th percentile |
State Quota Counselling in Ladakh
State-quota seats in Ladakh — around 85% of government medical/dental college seats plus private and deemed colleges based in the state — are allotted through a separate state counselling process, usually managed by the State Directorate of Medical Education. This process generally requires a domicile or local residency certificate. State-level reservation for OBC/SC/ST/EWS and any special categories can differ from the central AIQ pattern, so always confirm the exact rules in Ladakh’s official NEET 2026 counselling notification when it is released.
All India Quota — Open to Ladakh Candidates
Whichever state you belong to, you can also compete for the 15% All India Quota seats (plus AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC and AFMC) conducted centrally by the MCC at mcc.nic.in using your NEET 2026 All India Rank. See the full AIQ Counselling 2026 guide for the step-by-step process.
Medical Colleges & Seats in Ladakh
Ladakh has both government and private/deemed medical and dental colleges that admit students through NEET UG. Government colleges have the lowest fees and the most competitive cutoffs, while private and deemed colleges offer more seats at higher fees. Explore the government and private medical colleges guides, and check the indicative fee structure before choosing.
NEET 2026 Marks vs Expected Rank
| Marks Range | Expected AIR | Admission Possibility |
|---|---|---|
| 700–720 | Top 100 | AIIMS Delhi, Top Govt Medical Colleges |
| 680–699 | 100–500 | AIIMS (other campuses), Top Govt Colleges |
| 660–679 | 500–1,500 | AIIMS regional, Top State Govt Colleges |
| 640–659 | 1,500–4,000 | State Top Govt Medical Colleges |
| 620–639 | 4,000–8,000 | Good State Govt Medical Colleges |
| 600–619 | 8,000–15,000 | State Govt Colleges, ESIC Medical Colleges |
| 580–599 | 15,000–25,000 | State Govt Colleges (State Quota) |
| 550–579 | 25,000–45,000 | Govt Colleges (SC/OBC), Private Colleges |
| 500–549 | 45,000–80,000 | Private Medical Colleges (State Quota) |
| 450–499 | 80,000–1,20,000 | Private / Deemed Medical Colleges |
| 400–449 | 1,20,000–1,80,000 | Deemed Universities, AYUSH Colleges |
| 350–399 | 1,80,000–2,50,000 | AYUSH (BAMS, BUMS, BHMS) — possible |
| 145–349 | >2,50,000 | Only AYUSH if seats available; consider reappear |
For a personalised estimate, use the free NEET 2026 Rank Predictor, then see which colleges fit your rank with the College Predictor.
Useful Pages for Ladakh Aspirants
- NEET UG 2026 Cutoff — full category-wise details
- State Quota Counselling 2026 — general process
- NEET 2026 Admission Process — step by step
- Documents Required for Counselling
- All NEET 2026 Counselling Types