Tasbiya KhanSenior Executive
Top Medical Colleges in India 2026: NEET Cutoff, Fees, Rankings & Placements
Getting admitted into top Medical colleges in India is the dream of every Medical student. Medical colleges comprise of government and private colleges at the UG, PG and doctorate level. The top ones include CMC Vellore, MS Ramaiah Medical College, Government Medical College, Medical College, etc. Admission to private and government MBBS colleges in India largely depends upon a NEET UG entrance exam score.
India has about 600 reputed institutions with Medical programs in MBBS, BDS, Pharmacy, Nursing, and other medical and paramedical fields. The cost of medical education in India differs from college to college as government colleges have lower rates starting at as little as INR 5,400 per year. The top Medical colleges in India are accredited through the National Medical Commission.
Apart from AIIMS Delhi, there are a total 23 AIIMS colleges in the country. That has been a major step in opening quality medical education. Government medical colleges are due to be the top preference as fees are relatively cheaper ranging from INR 10,000 to INR 50,000 per year. In private colleges, fees reach up to INR 20–25 lakhs per year or more.
| Parameters |
Statistics |
|---|---|
| Total no. of ranked medical colleges in India |
40+ colleges |
| No. of AIIMS colleges across India |
23 |
| Top Medical Colleges in India as per NIRF ranking 2025 (private/Government) |
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| Tuition Fee range of top MBBS colleges in India |
INR 5,000 - INR 1 Cr.+ |
| Top Medical Specialisations Offered in India |
Cardiology, Cardiovascular Technology, Echo Cardiology and Cardiac Technology, Operation Theatre Technology, etc. |
| Top Medical colleges in India Affiliated by |
National Medical Commission (NMC) |
| Accepted Entrance Exams in top MBBS colleges in India |
NEET, NEET PG, etc. |
Top Medical Colleges in India as per NIRF 2025, India Today and The Week Ranking 2026
The rankings of the best medical colleges in India by reputed sources such as NIRF, India Today and The Week, remove the dithering from the decision. While NIRF 2025, released by the Ministry of Education, India Today and The Week Rankings 2026 add a student and industry perspective to the picture. Here is a combined look at the best medical colleges in India as per all three major rankings.
Top Medical Colleges in India: NIRF Ranking 2025
India boasts some of the greatest medical institutions in the world, and the NIRF Ranking 2025 is the best way to see which ones are the best. In NIRF ranking 2025 AIIMS Delhi automatically got the top spot as the 10th consecutive year with follow-ups as PGIMER Chandigarh and CMC Vellore for the top three colleges. Here is a look at the top medical colleges in India as per NIRF Ranking 2025.
| Top Colleges |
NIRF 2024 |
NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
1 |
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| 2 |
2 |
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| 3 |
3 |
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| 5 |
4 |
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| 6 |
5 |
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| 7 |
6 |
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| 4 |
7 |
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| King George's Medical University Lucknow Ranking | 19 | 8 |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, (Amrita University) Coimbatore Ranking |
8 |
9 |
| 9 |
10 |
Source: NIRF official website. Rankings are subject to change and 2026 rankings are not yet released.
India Today Ranking 2026 of Medical Colleges in India
For India Today's 2026 Medical Ranking, AIIMS Delhi ranked in the No. 1 position, followed by other top colleges like JIPMER Puducherry and Armed Forces Medical College. Candidates can check the table below for some of the other MBBS colleges in India with India Today ranking over the past two years -
| Top MBBS Colleges | India Today 2025 | India Today 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | 1 | 1 |
| JIPMER Puducherry | 2 | 2 |
| Armed Forces Medical College | 4 | 3 |
| CMC Vellore | 3 | 4 |
| Maulana Azad Medical College | 5 | 5 |
| Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College | 7 | 6 |
Source: India Today official website. Rankings are subject to change.
The Week Ranking 2026 of Medical Colleges in India
Look at the table below for the top Medical colleges in India as per the Week ranking 2026.
| Top Colleges | The Week Ranking 2026 |
|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | 1 |
| CMC Vellore | 2 |
| JIPMER Puducherry | 3 |
| Maulana Azad Medical College | 4 |
| Armed Forces Medical College | 5 |
| KMC Manipal | 6 |
| KGMU | 7 |
| IMS BHU | 8 |
| Madras Medical College Chennai | 9 |
| Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria of Best Medical Colleges in India
Eligibility criteria to get admission to top MBBS colleges in India may differ from college to college. Here are the eligibility criteria of the top MBBS colleges in India.
- Class 12 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC).
- The candidate should have attained the age of 17 years by 31st December of the year of admission.
- A valid NEET UG score is mandatory for all government and private MBBS colleges in India.
- For private colleges, accepted scores are around 300–400+ marks depending on category and management/NRI quota.
- For AIIMS, JIPMER, admission is through NEET UG merit-based counselling only (no management quota).
Entrances Accepted in India Medical Colleges 2026
Many Medical colleges in India accept admission of students on an entrance exam basis. Top entrance exams are NEET, NEET PG, etc. Check below for the top entrance exams along with their schedule and exam college predictor.
| Exams Accepted |
Exam Schedule |
Exam College Predictor |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG |
NEET UG College Predictor | |
| NEET PG College Predictor |
Top Medical Courses in India
For the top colleges for MBBS in India, Class 12th with PCB with NEET UG being the mandatory entrance exam for most core medical fields like MBBS and BDS. Top colleges are AIIMS Delhi, CMC Vellore, MAMC Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry, etc. with various top streams. Listed below are the top Medical colleges in India with top streams or courses offered by top colleges -
| Course Name | Eligibility / Exams | Popular Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) | Eligibility: Passed Class 12 with PCMB Exams: NEET UG |
AIIMS, PGIMER, CMC, etc. |
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) | Eligibility: Passed Class 12 with PCMB Exams: NEET UG |
SIMTS, MAIDS, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, etc. |
| Doctorate of Medicine (MD) | Eligibility: Candidates applying for this MD should have obtained a minimum of 50% in their MBBS degree and completed a mandatory one-year internship. Exams: NEET PG, INI CET |
AIIMS, CMC, PGIMER, etc. |
| Master of Surgery (MS) | Eligibility: Candidates need MBBS degree from a recognised institution, followed by 1 year internship Exams: NEET PG, INI CET |
AIIMS, PGIMER, CMC, etc. |
| Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) | Eligibility: Candidates must possess a BDS degree from a recognised dental college and have completed their internship. Exams: NEET MDS, INI CET |
AIIMS, MAIDS, SIMTS, etc. |
Source: Official college websites. Data is subject to change.
Top Private Medical Colleges in India
The top private medical colleges in India are known for their fine infrastructure, research and high standards, offering quality education through NEET UG. Admission is based on the NEET UG exam. Fees are generally higher in private colleges than in government colleges. There are about 18 top private Medical colleges in India. Given below are some of the top private colleges with tuition fees and NIRF ranking 2025 -
| Private Colleges |
Total Tuition Fee |
NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| INR 15,000 |
3 |
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| INR 10.9 lakh - INR 63.2 lakh |
10 |
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| Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Ayurved and Research Centre Medical Courses |
INR 4.6 lakh - INR 19.3 lakh |
12 |
| SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre Medical Courses |
INR 2 lakh - INR 1.4 Cr |
18 |
| Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research Medical Courses |
INR 3.5 lakh - INR 1.4 Cr |
21 |
| INR 18.8 lakh - INR 78 lakh |
24 |
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| St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences Medical Courses |
INR 90,000 - INR 30 lakh |
30 |
| INR 6.9 lakh - INR 63.2 lakh |
35 |
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| INR 11 lakh - INR 19.5 lakh |
36 |
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| INR 30,000 - INR 1 Cr |
37 |
Source: Data taken from official college websites and may change over time.
ROI of the Top Private Medical Colleges in India
Higher fees do not always mean a higher salary. Mahatma Gandhi Medical College charges just INR 1.20 lakh in fees but offers a median package of INR 18.23 LPA, an outstanding ROI! On the other hand, M S Ramaiah charges INR 1.25 Crore with a median package of only INR 6.60 LPA, meaning it would take many years to recover that investment.
Always compare fees vs expected salary before choosing a private medical college, because ROI matters as much as the college name.
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee | Median Package |
|---|---|---|
| Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute Placements | INR 1.20 lakh | INR 18.23 LPA |
| PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Placements | INR 20 lakh | INR 10.12 LPA |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Placements | INR 86.40 lakh | INR 4.08 LPA |
| M S Ramaiah Medical College Placements | INR 1.25 Cr | INR 6.60 LPA |
| Dayanand Medical College and Hospital Placements | INR 11 lakh | INR 4.32 LPA |
Source: The above mentioned data has been taken from the official site of the colleges and can change.
Top Government Medical Colleges in India
The top government medical colleges in India known for their strong academics and high NEET cutoff scores. Government colleges have limited with tough competition in NEET scores. There are about 30+ government Medical colleges in India. Check the table below for the top colleges -
| Public/Govt. Colleges |
Total Tuition Fee |
NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi Medical Courses | INR 750 - INR 6,100 | 1 |
| PGIMER Chandigarh Medical Courses | INR 7,300 - INR 19.5 lakh | 2 |
| JIPMER Puducherry Admission | INR 5,400 | 4 |
| Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences Medical Courses | INR 1.05 lakh | 5 |
| NIMHANS Medical Courses | INR 1.6 lakh | 7 |
| Madras Medical College Medical Courses | INR 47,000 - INR 1.5 lakh | 16 |
Medical Colleges in India Where MBBS Fees Are Under INR 1 Lakh
Low-cost medical colleges in India are primarily top Government Medical Colleges like AIIMS Delhi, CMC Vellore, NIMHANS, JIPMER Puducherry, which have very low annual fees under INR 1 Lakh for MBBS, while some Private or Deemed colleges offer relatively lower fees like CMC Vellore, KMC Mangalore, JSS Mysore, or some in Assam, with costs varying but generally starting from INR 5-10 Lakhs per year or less for total courses in some cases, depending on quota. Given below are the top Medical colleges in India with affordable fees of less than INR 1 lakh-
| Low-cost Colleges | Tuition Fee | NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi Fees | INR 6,075 | 1 |
| CMC Vellore Fees | INR 15,000 | 3 |
| National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences Fees | INR 12,200 | 7 |
| JIPMER Puducherry Fees | INR 5,400 | 4 |
| Madras Medical College, Chennai Fees | INR 68,018 | 16 |
Source: Official college websites. Please check directly with the college for the latest updates.
Seat Intake of the top Medical Colleges in India
Top medical colleges in India like AIIMS Delhi (~132 seats) and CMC Vellore (~100 seats) offer limited MBBS seats, making competition extremely high. India has over 1.18 lakh total MBBS seats across all colleges. Below is the seat intake of top colleges:
| Top Medical Colleges in India | MBBS Seat Intake | Type |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi MBBS | 132 | Government |
| BHU MBBS | 100 | Government |
| CMC Vellore MBBS | 100 | Private (Deemed) |
| JIPMER Puducherry MBBS | 200 | Government (Central) |
| KMC Manipal MBBS | 250 | Private (Deemed) |
Source: Official college websites. Always verify before applying.
Best Distance Medical Colleges in India
Candidates can see the table below for the top distance Medical colleges in India with cost and courses offered -
| College Name |
Courses Offered |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|
| PG Diploma in Family Medicine, PG Diploma in Allergy and Asthma, PG Diploma in Geriatrics, Certificate in Advanced General Dentistry, Diploma in Hospital Administration |
INR 1,500 – INR 2.67 lakh |
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| Certificate in ADS (Aesthetic) and Certificate in DS (Implant) |
INR 1.5 lakh – INR 2.2 lakh |
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| MPH, PG Diploma in Ayurveda Education, PG Diploma in Dental Education, PG Diploma in Physiotherapy Education |
INR 20,000 |
Note: Regular MBBS and MD courses are not available via distance mode.
Best Medical Colleges in India by Zone
India's top medical colleges vary by zones, but top colleges consistently rank high, including AIIMS Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, CMC Vellore, NIMHANS Bangalore, and JIPMER Puducherry, with strong representation from major locations like Maharashtra, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, all colleges with NIRF rankings and student preferences for government medical colleges in India state wise. Candidates can see the table below for the zone-wise top Medical colleges in India -
Top Medical Colleges in North India
Check here for the North India Medical colleges -
| Fee Range | Top Medical Colleges in North India |
|---|---|
| Upto INR 5 lakh | AIIMS New Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, MAMC New Delhi, Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC) New Delhi, etc. |
| INR 5 lakh - INR 15 lakh | Dayanand Medical College Ludhiana, Christian Medical College Ludhiana, Maharaja Agrasen Medical College Hisar, etc. |
| INR 15 lakh - INR 25 lakh | HIHT Medical College Dehradun, Subharti Medical College Meerut, TMMC Moradabad, etc. |
| INR > 25 lakh | SGT Medical College Gurugram, Sharda Medical College Greater Noida |
Top Medical Colleges in South India
Check here for the South India Medical colleges -
| Fee Range | Top Medical Colleges in South India |
|---|---|
| Upto INR 5 lakh | JIPMER Puducherry, Madras Medical College Chennai, Osmania Medical College Hyderabad, Government Medical College Thiruvananthapuram, etc. |
| INR 5 lakh - INR 15 lakh | Christian Medical College Vellore, St. John's Medical College Bangalore, RIMS Imphal, etc. |
| INR 15 lakh - INR 25 lakh | JSS Medical College Mysore, Sri Ramachandra Medical College Chennai, PSG Medical College Coimbatore, etc. |
| INR > 25 lakh | KMC Manipal, Amrita Medical College Kochi, SRM Medical College Chennai, etc. |
Top Medical Colleges in East India
Check here for the East India Medical colleges -
| Fee Range | Top Medical Colleges in East India |
|---|---|
| Upto INR 5 lakh | AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Govt. Medical College Kolkata, SCB Medical College Cuttack, Patna Medical College Bihar |
| INR 5 lakh - INR 15 lakh | IPGME&R Kolkata, MGMMC Kishanganj Bihar |
| INR 15 lakh - INR 25 lakh | IQ City Medical College Durgapur, Manipal Tata Medical College Jamshedpur |
| INR > 25 lakh | AMRI Medical College Kolkata, Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar |
Top Medical Colleges in West India
Check here for the West India Medical colleges -
| Fee Range | Top Medical Colleges in West India |
|---|---|
| Upto INR 5 lakh | BJ Medical College Pune, Seth GS Medical College Mumbai, Government Medical College Nagpur, SMS Medical College Jaipur |
| INR 5 lakh - INR 15 lakh | GMC Kota, Dr. SN Medical College Jodhpur, Geetanjali Medical College Udaipur |
| INR 15 lakh - INR 25 lakh | DY Patil Medical College Pune, MGIMS Sewagram Wardha |
| INR > 25 lakh | DY Patil Medical College Mumbai, Symbiosis Medical College Pune |
Comparison of the Top Medical Colleges in India 2026
To check the comparison between the Indian Medical colleges in India, click on the links below.
Medical College Kolkata
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth
PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research
The Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute
B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research
Christian Medical College & Hospital Ludhiana
Osmania Medical College
Chettinad Academy of Research and Education
M S Ramaiah Medical College
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