NEET-UG 2021 Cutoff in Maharashtra: Detailed Analysis and Admission Trends

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for Undergraduate (UG) programs in the state of Maharashtra has specific cutoff marks categorized based on candidate demographics. This article delves into the details of these cutoffs for various categories and analyzes admission trends for different medical courses.

General Cutoff Marks for NEET-UG 2021 in Maharashtra

The NEET-UG 2021 cutoff in Maharashtra was structured differently across various categories. The table below summarizes the cutoff marks for different categories:

Category Cutoff Marks General Category 150 marks OBC Category 145 marks SC Category 113 marks ST Category 113 marks EWS Category 150 marks

These marks are the minimum scores required for candidates to be eligible for admission to medical colleges in Maharashtra. However, the cut-offs for specific colleges or courses might differ. Therefore, it is always best to refer to the official sources or respective college websites for the most accurate information.

Course-Specific Cutoff Marks

For specific medical courses, the cutoff marks differed as follows:

MBBS: 570 marks BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery): 460 marks BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery): 430 marks BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery): 220 marks (Private College)

These marks are particularly relevant for candidates interested in pursuing medical or dental studies within the state's private institutions.

Admission Process and Counseling Rounds

The admission process for the state of Maharashtra involves a series of counseling rounds. The first round includes the allopathic (AIQ) counseling, followed by the state counseling for government colleges. The state counseling process is competitive, with candidates being ranked based on their NEET-UG 2021 scores.

It is important to note that the results of the 2021 counseling need not reflect the exact same cutoffs for the upcoming year. Instead, the following cutoffs are indicative of the general category for the first round of state counseling in 2020:

Category Cutoff Marks Rank General Category 571 marks 35423 rank OBC Category 568 marks 37138 rank EWS Category 568 marks 37208 rank NT1 Category 452 marks 93651 rank NT2 Category 553 marks 46780 rank NT3 Category 568 marks 37313 rank VJ Category 522 marks 69919 rank SC Category 479 marks 104140 rank ST Category 329 marks 277165 rank

The last rank for a government medical college, Gondia, in the General category was approximately 33,000 to 34,000 with a NEET score of 570-575. Candidates should note that the ranks should be viewed instead of the exact marks, as individual score ranges can be very close.

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