MP Private Medical Colleges NEET PG 2026: Seat Matrix, Specialties & Colleges

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh, has released the final seat matrix for NEET PG 2026-27 First Round counselling across 12 private medical colleges in the state. The document shows a total of 1,413 MD/MS degree seats available across 23 medical specialties, plus 212 NRI quota seats. This is the official vacancy distribution that will be used for the first round of counselling, and it includes breakdowns by college, specialty, category (UR/ST/SC/OBC), and quota type (institutional open, institutional PWD, non-institutional open, non-institutional PWD, and in-service). Every NEET-PG aspirant applying to Madhya Pradesh private colleges must understand this matrix to know which seats are available in their chosen specialty and college.

What This Seat Matrix Means for You

The seat matrix is the official list of all available postgraduate medical seats in Madhya Pradesh private colleges for the 2026-27 academic year, First Round of counselling. It tells you exactly how many seats exist in each specialty at each college, broken down by category (Unreserved, Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Other Backward Class) and quota type. This is not a merit list or allotment — it is the pool of seats you will be competing for when you fill your choices during counselling.

The matrix is final and dated 23 October 2026. It has been released by the DME, Madhya Pradesh, and will govern the First Round of counselling. If you are a NEET-PG candidate planning to apply to any private medical college in Madhya Pradesh, this matrix is your reference document for understanding your options.

Total Seats Available: The Big Picture

Across all 12 private medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh, there are **1,413 MD/MS degree seats** available in the First Round. Additionally, there are **212 NRI quota seats** reserved for Non-Resident Indian candidates. The 1,413 seats are further divided into different quota categories: institutional open (269 seats), institutional PWD (14 seats), non-institutional open (671 seats), and non-institutional PWD (35 seats). The remaining seats fall under the 30% in-service quota for institutional and non-institutional categories.

The largest number of seats are in non-institutional open category (671 seats), which is the main pool for general NEET-PG counselling. Institutional seats are typically reserved for candidates who are already working in that institution or have a specific institutional affiliation. PWD (Persons with Disability) seats are a small but important subset for eligible candidates.

The 12 Participating Private Medical Colleges

Madhya Pradesh has 12 private medical colleges participating in NEET PG 2026-27 counselling. These are spread across the state and offer varying numbers of seats. The colleges are:

1. **PCMS** — People's College of Medical Science, Bhopal (146 seats) 2. **Chirayu Medical College**, Bhopal (161 seats) 3. **LN Medical College**, Bhopal (174 seats) 4. **RD Gardi Medical College**, Ujjain (106 seats) 5. **SAIMS** — Shri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Science, Indore (224 seats) 6. **Index Medical College**, Indore (216 seats) 7. **Amaltas Medical College**, Dewas (134 seats) 8. **RKDF Medical College**, Bhopal (106 seats) 9. **LNCT Medical College & Sewakunj Hospital**, Indore (12 seats) 10. **Mahaveer Institute of Medical Science and Research**, Bhopal (26 seats) 11. **Sukh Sagar Medical College & Hospital**, Jabalpur (41 seats) 12. **Ram Krishna Medical College Hospital and Research Centre**, Bhopal (67 seats)

The colleges with the largest seat offerings are SAIMS (224), Index (216), LN Medical College (174), and Chirayu (161). LNCT Indore has the smallest offering (12 seats). When you fill your choices during counselling, you will select from these colleges based on your rank and preference.

23 Medical Specialties: Where Are the Seats?

The 1,413 seats are distributed across 23 medical specialties. Some specialties have far more seats than others — this reflects both the demand for those specialties and the capacity of the colleges. The specialties with the highest number of seats are:

• **General Surgery**: 145 seats • **General Medicine**: 139 seats • **Anaesthesiology**: 117 seats • **Obstetrics and Gynaecology**: 101 seats • **Orthopaedics**: 98 seats • **Paediatrics**: 98 seats • **Pathology**: 98 seats

Specialties with fewer seats include Radiation Oncology (9 seats), Immuno Haematology & Blood Transfusion (4 seats), and Forensic Medicine and Toxicology (16 seats). If you are aiming for a competitive specialty like General Surgery or General Medicine, you will face higher competition. If you are interested in a rarer specialty, there may be fewer options but also less competition. Use this information to set realistic expectations for your rank and choices.

• General Surgery: 145 seats
• General Medicine: 139 seats
• Anaesthesiology: 117 seats
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology: 101 seats
• Orthopaedics: 98 seats
• Paediatrics: 98 seats
• Pathology: 98 seats
• Radiodiagnosis: 91 seats
• Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy: 63 seats
• Community Medicine: 57 seats
• Ophthalmology: 53 seats
• Otorhinolaryngology: 52 seats
• Psychiatry: 34 seats
• Pharmacology: 34 seats
• Respiratory Medicine: 34 seats
• Emergency Medicine: 28 seats
• Physiology: 35 seats
• Biochemistry: 33 seats
• Microbiology: 37 seats
• Anatomy: 37 seats
• Forensic Medicine and Toxicology: 16 seats
• Radiation Oncology: 9 seats
• Immuno Haematology & Blood Transfusion: 4 seats

Category-Wise Seat Breakdown: UR, ST, SC, OBC

Every seat in the matrix is further divided by category: **UR (Unreserved)**, **ST (Scheduled Tribe)**, **SC (Scheduled Caste)**, and **OBC (Other Backward Class)**. The exact number of seats in each category varies by college, specialty, and quota type. For example, in General Surgery at SAIMS (non-institutional open), there may be 8 UR seats, 2 ST seats, 3 SC seats, and 2 OBC seats — totalling 15 seats.

Your category eligibility is determined by your caste certificate and the category you have claimed in your NEET-PG registration. During counselling, you will only be able to compete for seats in your own category. If you are UR, you can only fill UR seats. If you are SC, you can only fill SC seats. This is a critical point: **do not assume you can compete for seats outside your category**. The matrix shows exactly how many seats are available in your category at each college and specialty — use this to gauge your chances.

• UR (Unreserved): Open to all candidates
• ST (Scheduled Tribe): Reserved for ST candidates with valid ST certificate
• SC (Scheduled Caste): Reserved for SC candidates with valid SC certificate
• OBC (Other Backward Class): Reserved for OBC candidates with valid OBC certificate
• Category eligibility is fixed at the time of NEET-PG registration — you cannot change it during counselling
• The matrix shows category-wise seat distribution for every college, specialty, and quota type

NRI Quota: 212 Seats for Non-Resident Indians

In addition to the 1,413 general seats, there are **212 NRI quota seats** available across the 12 colleges. These seats are reserved exclusively for candidates who are Non-Resident Indians (NRI) as defined by the government. NRI quota seats are typically offered in fewer specialties than the general pool — the matrix shows that NRI seats are available in only 10 specialties: Dermatology, General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Radiodiagnosis, Ophthalmology, Anaesthesiology, and Emergency Medicine.

If you are an NRI candidate, you will have a separate counselling process and merit list. The NRI quota seats are not part of the general counselling pool. Colleges with the most NRI seats are SAIMS (34), Index (32), and Chirayu (24). If you are eligible as an NRI, check the NRI seat matrix carefully to see which colleges and specialties offer seats in your category.

• Total NRI quota seats: 212
• NRI seats available in 10 specialties only
• NRI counselling is separate from general counselling
• NRI candidates must have valid NRI status as per government definition
• Colleges with highest NRI seats: SAIMS (34), Index (32), Chirayu (24)

Institutional vs. Non-Institutional Seats: What's the Difference?

The seat matrix divides seats into two broad categories: **Institutional** and **Non-Institutional**. This distinction is important because it affects who can apply and how the seats are filled.

**Institutional seats** (269 total) are typically reserved for candidates who are already employed in that institution or have a specific institutional affiliation. These seats are often filled through a separate process or have specific eligibility criteria set by the college. The matrix shows institutional seats are further divided into 'Open' (269 seats) and 'PWD' (14 seats) categories.

**Non-Institutional seats** (671 total) are the main pool for general NEET-PG counselling. These are open to all eligible NEET-PG candidates based on merit and choice. Most candidates will compete for non-institutional seats. The matrix shows non-institutional seats are divided into 'Open' (671 seats) and 'PWD' (35 seats) categories.

If you are a general NEET-PG candidate with no institutional affiliation, you will primarily be competing for non-institutional open seats. Check with the college or the DME if you believe you are eligible for institutional seats.

• Institutional seats: 269 (Open) + 14 (PWD) = 283 total
• Non-Institutional seats: 671 (Open) + 35 (PWD) = 706 total
• Institutional seats may have specific eligibility criteria
• Non-institutional seats are the main pool for general NEET-PG counselling
• PWD seats are reserved for Persons with Disability in both categories

In-Service Quota: 30% Reserved for Working Doctors

The matrix includes a **30% in-service quota** for candidates who are already working as doctors in government or private institutions. This quota is separate from the general counselling pool. The in-service quota seats are divided into 'Institutional-Open' (201 seats), 'Institutional-PWD' (11 seats), 'Non-Institutional-Open' (35 seats), and 'Non-Institutional-PWD' (5 seats), totalling approximately 252 seats.

If you are an in-service candidate (i.e., you are already working as a doctor), you may be eligible to compete for these seats. However, in-service counselling typically follows a different schedule and process than general counselling. Check with the DME, Madhya Pradesh, or your institution for specific eligibility criteria and counselling dates for in-service candidates. The matrix shows the in-service seats available at each college and specialty, but the actual allocation will depend on the number of in-service applicants and their merit.

• 30% in-service quota is reserved for working doctors
• In-service seats are divided into institutional and non-institutional categories
• In-service counselling may follow a different schedule than general counselling
• Eligibility criteria for in-service quota are set by the DME and the institution
• Check with your employer or the DME for in-service counselling details

PWD (Persons with Disability) Seats: 49 Reserved Seats

The matrix includes **49 PWD (Persons with Disability) seats** across institutional and non-institutional categories. These seats are reserved for candidates who have a disability as defined by the Persons with Disability Act. PWD seats are available in both institutional (14 seats) and non-institutional (35 seats) categories.

If you are a PWD candidate, you are eligible to compete for these reserved seats. However, you must have a valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority. The disability certificate must clearly state the type and percentage of disability. During counselling, you will be able to choose between competing for PWD seats (with relaxation in merit) or competing for general seats (without relaxation). Choose wisely based on your rank and the availability of seats in your category and specialty.

• Total PWD seats: 49 (Institutional 14 + Non-Institutional 35)
• PWD seats are reserved for candidates with valid disability certificate
• Disability certificate must be issued by a competent authority
• PWD candidates can choose to compete for PWD seats or general seats
• PWD seats may have relaxed merit criteria depending on state policy

How to Use This Seat Matrix During Counselling

During the NEET-PG counselling process, you will be asked to fill your choices — a ranked list of college-specialty combinations you wish to be considered for, in order of preference. The seat matrix is your guide to understanding what seats are available and where you have a realistic chance of getting a seat.

**Step 1: Know your rank and category.** Your NEET-PG rank and category (UR/ST/SC/OBC) determine which seats you can compete for. Look at the matrix and identify all seats available in your category.

**Step 2: Identify your target specialties.** Decide which specialties interest you. Look at the total number of seats in each specialty and the distribution across colleges. For example, if you want General Surgery, there are 145 seats across all colleges — but how many are in your category at your preferred colleges?

**Step 3: Check college-wise availability.** For each specialty you are interested in, check which colleges have seats in your category. The matrix shows this clearly. For example, if you want Anaesthesiology at SAIMS, the matrix will tell you exactly how many UR/ST/SC/OBC seats are available.

**Step 4: Estimate your chances.** Compare your rank with the expected cutoff for each college-specialty combination. Cutoffs are typically published after the first round allotment, but you can use the number of seats and the expected competition to estimate. More seats = lower cutoff (usually). Fewer seats = higher cutoff (usually).

**Step 5: Fill your choices strategically.** Fill your choices in order of preference, but also consider your rank. Put your dream choices first, then gradually move to safer options. The counselling algorithm will allot you the highest-ranked choice you are eligible for based on your rank and the available seats.

• Know your NEET-PG rank and category before filling choices
• Use the matrix to identify seats available in your category
• Check college-wise and specialty-wise availability
• Estimate your chances based on the number of seats and expected competition
• Fill choices strategically: dream choices first, then safer options
• The counselling algorithm will allot your highest-ranked eligible choice

Important Traps and Things to Watch Out For

**Trap 1: Assuming you can compete for seats outside your category.** The matrix is divided by category (UR/ST/SC/OBC). You can ONLY compete for seats in your own category. If you are SC, you cannot fill UR seats, even if there are many UR seats available. Your category is fixed at the time of NEET-PG registration and cannot be changed during counselling.

**Trap 2: Confusing institutional and non-institutional seats.** If you are a general candidate with no institutional affiliation, you should focus on non-institutional seats. Institutional seats may have specific eligibility criteria or may not be available to you. Do not assume you can compete for institutional seats unless you are explicitly told you are eligible.

**Trap 3: Ignoring PWD seats if you are PWD.** If you have a valid disability certificate, you are eligible for PWD seats. However, PWD seats are typically fewer in number and may have different merit criteria. Decide carefully whether to compete for PWD seats or general seats based on your rank and the availability of seats.

**Trap 4: Not checking the college location and infrastructure.** The matrix shows seat numbers, but it does not show the quality of the college, infrastructure, faculty, or location. Before filling your choices, research the colleges. A college with more seats may not be better than a college with fewer seats. Check the college's accreditation, NAAC rating, and reputation.

**Trap 5: Filling too many or too few choices.** You can typically fill up to 100 choices during counselling. Fill as many relevant choices as possible to maximize your chances of getting a seat. However, do not fill irrelevant choices just to increase the number. Each choice should be a college-specialty combination you are genuinely interested in.

**Trap 6: Not understanding the in-service quota.** If you are an in-service candidate, you are eligible for in-service quota seats. However, in-service counselling may follow a different schedule and process. Do not assume you can compete for general seats if you are in-service, or vice versa. Check with the DME for clarity.

• ⚠️ You can ONLY compete for seats in your own category (UR/ST/SC/OBC)
• ⚠️ Institutional seats may have specific eligibility criteria
• ⚠️ PWD seats are separate from general seats — decide carefully which to compete for
• ⚠️ Check college quality, not just seat numbers
• ⚠️ Fill as many relevant choices as possible (up to 100)
• ⚠️ In-service counselling may follow a different process — check with DME

Where to Find More Information

This seat matrix is the official document released by the DME, Madhya Pradesh. For more information about NEET-PG counselling in Madhya Pradesh, visit the official DME website at **dme.mponline.gov.in** or contact the DME office directly.

The DME will also release the counselling schedule, merit list, and allotment results on the same website. Keep checking the website regularly for updates. You can also contact the DME helpline or visit the office in person if you have specific questions about your eligibility or the counselling process.

Additionally, each college may have its own website with information about the courses, faculty, infrastructure, and admission process. Visit the college websites to gather more information before filling your choices.

• Official DME website: dme.mponline.gov.in
• Check the website regularly for counselling schedule, merit list, and allotment results
• Contact DME helpline or visit the office for specific questions
• Visit college websites for information about courses, faculty, and infrastructure

Frequently asked questions

The seat matrix is now published and final. Use it to understand your options and plan your counselling strategy. Know your rank, category, and eligibility status before counselling begins. Fill your choices carefully, starting with your dream options and moving to safer ones. Keep checking the DME website (dme.mponline.gov.in) for the counselling schedule, merit list, and allotment results. If you have any doubts about your eligibility or the counselling process, contact the DME office or visit in person — do not wait until counselling to clarify.