Uttar Pradesh approves addition of 950 MBBS and 271 PG medical seats for academic year 2025-26

Great news for NEET UG and NEET PG aspirants The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a significant addition of 1,221 new medical seats for the 2025-26 academic session. This massive expansion includes 950 MBBS seats and 271 Postgraduate (PG) seats across both government and private medical colleges. Learn about the seat distribution, the direct impact on cut-offs, and what this means for the state's healthcare future.

The medical education landscape in Uttar Pradesh is undergoing a significant and positive transformation. In a landmark decision, the state government has officially sanctioned the addition of 950 new MBBS (Undergraduate) seats and 271 new PG (Postgraduate - MD/MS) seats for the upcoming 2025-26 academic session. This brings the total increase to an impressive 1,221 seats, reinforcing UP's commitment to boosting its healthcare infrastructure and addressing the persistent doctor-patient ratio challenge. This substantial expansion directly impacts thousands of NEET UG and NEET PG candidates, making the competition slightly more favorable, especially in a state known for its high competition. The total MBBS capacity in UP now stands at approximately 12,800 seats, solidifying its position as a major hub for medical education.

​MBBS Seat Allocation: Focus on Government & Private Expansion

​The increase in undergraduate seats is strategically distributed across both government and private medical institutions, ensuring expansion in capacity across all sectors.

• ​Total New MBBS Seats: 950 
  • ​This is one of the largest single-year increases in recent times, showcasing a clear policy focus on medical education.
• ​Government College Boost (200 Seats):
  • ​Three government medical colleges have been allocated the 200 new seats.
  • ​Autonomous State Medical College, Amethi gets the biggest share with +100 seats.
  • ​ESIC Medical College, Noida and ESIC Medical College, Varanasi each receive +50 seats.
  • ​The total MBBS intake in government colleges in UP is now approximately 5,450 seats.
• ​Private College Expansion (750 Seats): 
  • ​A significant majority of the new seats, 750, have been approved for addition across 12 private medical colleges.
  • ​This move significantly leverages the capacity of the private sector to train more medical professionals.
  • ​The total MBBS intake in private colleges in UP now rises to approximately 7,350 seats.

​This dual-pronged strategy ensures that while the number of subsidized government seats increases, the overall access to medical education, regardless of fee structure, dramatically improves for the state's aspirants.

​ Postgraduate Opportunities: A Major Boost for MD/MS Aspirants

​The expansion is not limited to undergraduate medical training; the increase in 271 new PG (MD/MS) seats is a crucial development for current MBBS graduates preparing for NEET PG. The availability of more specialty training slots is vital for creating a well-rounded and specialist healthcare workforce.

• ​Total New PG Seats: 271
• ​Government College Gain (233 Seats):
  • ​The overwhelming majority of the new PG seats are added to government medical colleges, totaling 233 seats. This is particularly good news as government PG seats are highly sought after due to lower fees and superior clinical exposure.
  • ​The total PG seat count in government colleges now reaches approximately 2,137.
• ​Private College Addition (38 Seats):
  • ​A smaller, yet important, increase of 38 PG seats has been approved in the private sector, with Narayan Medical College, Kanpur being one of the beneficiaries.
  • ​The total PG seat count in private colleges is now around 2,160.

​This expansion in PG seats is a strategic step towards reducing the shortage of specialist doctors and enhances the overall quality of healthcare delivery in both urban and underserved rural regions of Uttar Pradesh.

​Implications for NEET UG & PG Aspirants: Cut-off Analysis

​For medical aspirants, the increase in seats is the most critical factor influencing the competitive landscape.

• ​Potential Relief in MBBS Cut-offs:
  • ​An addition of 950 seats, especially with 200 in government colleges, will generally lead to a slight reduction in the cut-off ranks for securing admission.
  • ​While the competition remains intense, the expanded capacity provides a better chance of securing a seat for students on the borderline of previous years' cut-off scores.
  • ​The substantial increase in private seats also allows a greater number of candidates who narrowly miss the government seat threshold to pursue an MBBS degree within the state.
• ​Improved Chances for Specialization:
  • ​The addition of 271 PG seats, with 233 in government colleges, means a significant lift in the postgraduate counseling rounds.
  • ​This expansion will likely lead to lower cut-offs in certain MD/MS specialities, particularly for state-quota seats, making it easier for candidates with moderate NEET PG scores to secure a specialization slot.
  • ​It helps tackle the crucial "bottleneck" problem that many medical graduates face after MBBS, enhancing career progression opportunities.
• ​Strengthening Healthcare Infrastructure:
  • ​This initiative aligns with the state government's long-term strategy of achieving a better doctor-patient ratio, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
  • ​Over time, these additional graduates and specialists will bolster the public health system, improving access and quality of care for citizens across UP. The move is a strong indicator of the state's continued investment in the medical sector.

​Conclusion

​The approval of 950 new MBBS and 271 new PG seats for the 2025-26 academic session is a landmark move by the Uttar Pradesh government. It translates directly into thousands of new opportunities for both NEET UG and NEET PG aspirants, providing much-needed relief in one of India's most competitive states. While strategic preparation remains key, this significant expansion brightens the future for medical students and promises a stronger healthcare system for all residents of Uttar Pradesh.

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