Which States in India Have the Lowest Cut-Offs for NEET under the 85 State Quota?

In 2017, the cut-off scores for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) under the 85 state quota varied significantly across different states in India. This range was influenced by factors such as the number of medical colleges and competition levels. Some states exhibited notably lower cut-off scores. This article provides an in-depth analysis of these states and their cut-off predictions for the following year.

States with the Lowest Cut-Offs in 2017

Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh

These states generally had lower cut-off scores in 2017. The cut-off for government medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh was around 400-450 marks. Similarly, Bihar, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh also reported cut-offs in the same range. These figures were indicative but varied based on factors such as the number of applicants and overall performance in the NEET exam.

For the most accurate and detailed information, it is recommended to refer to official announcements from the respective state medical admission authorities.

Impact of State-Specific Factors

Each state has unique factors that influence its cut-off scores. For instance, West Bengal had a cut-off range of 400-420 marks for the previous year. However, students in Tamil Nadu faced a significant challenge. Many students thought that NEET would not be implemented, causing confusion and lower cut-offs due to lower competition levels.

Predictions for 2018 Cut-Offs

Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Gujarat

Based on preliminary predictions, Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Gujarat are expected to have the lowest cut-off scores for NEET 2018. Reasons for this prediction include:

The majority of candidates were not familiar with the NEET pattern, leading them to prepare for the state PMT instead. Many students taking the NEET exam faced difficulties, particularly those who answered in a regional language. The number of students taking the NEET 2017 increased overall, but saw a decrease in some states, such as West Bengal, where the number of participants reduced from 75,000 in 2016 to 55,000 in 2017. These states have the maximum number of MBBS seats, with approximately 2,000 each in Maharashtra and West Bengal. This higher number of seats, combined with lower competition, suggests a lowering of cut-off scores.

Given these factors, it is predicted that the cut-off scores for these states would be in the early 400s, possibly ranging between 420 and 430. In contrast, the cut-off scores in other states are expected to be around 480-490.

These predictions are based on current information and may vary. For the most accurate results, one must refer to official announcements from the respective state medical admission authorities.