NEET UG 2025: NMC adds over 9,000 medical seats after revised seat matrix
In the academic year 2025–26, a total of 9,075 new MBBS seats were approved across India, excluding those under AIIMS and JIPMER, by the NMC.
Candidates should carefully review the updated seat matrix and follow the revised schedule issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC). (Express image/ representative)
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has revised the NEET UG seat matrix for the 2025–26 academic session. As of October 10, India has a total of 1,26,600 MBBS seats available, which includes both the renewal of existing MBBS seats and the inclusion of newly approved ones.
In the academic year 2025–26, a total of 9,075 new MBBS seats were approved across India, excluding those under AIIMS and JIPMER, by the NMC. The NEET UG 2025 seat matrix underwent several revisions throughout the year due to fluctuations in the approval status of seats in various medical colleges.
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Candidates should carefully review the updated seat matrix and follow the revised schedule issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
In Andhra Pradesh, Santhiram Medical College in Nandyal has increased its intake from 150 to 250 MBBS seats, while Anna Gowri Medical College and Hospital has received approval to commence with 150 seats.
States such as Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Karnataka have also added more MBBS seats to their respective institutions, expanding opportunities for medical aspirants.
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On the other hand, Delhi’s Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research saw a reduction of 150 seats from its matrix.
Seat Matrix revision
In September, the National Medical Commission (NMC) added 6,850 seats but also removed over 1,056 seats, citing pending court cases, approval delays, renewals, and the inclusion of supernumerary seats. Approximately ten days later, the seat matrix was updated again, with 7,375 seats newly sanctioned and 456 seats reduced. This revision followed the Cabinet’s approval of 10,000 MBBS seats under Phase 3 of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) expansion.
MCC round three counselling
At the same time, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has extended the choice-filling deadline for NEET UG Round 3 counselling to October 13, 2025. Candidates who have not yet submitted their preferences are advised to visit the official website –mcc.nic.in. The seat allotment results for Round 3 are expected to be announced by October 15.
Candidates should carefully review the updated seat matrix and follow the revised schedule issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC). (Express image/ representative) 
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