If you are hunting for **NEET-PG colleges in Karnataka**, you have picked one of the most competitive and most rewarding PG states in India. Karnataka packs government, private and top deemed universities into cities like Bengaluru, Mysuru, Manipal, Mangaluru, Hubballi-Dharwad and Belagavi, offering MD, MS, DNB and PG Diploma seats across almost every speciality. With the NEET-PG 2026 result declared on 24 September 2026 by NBEMS, the real question is no longer 'what did I score?' It is 'which Karnataka MD/MS/DNB colleges can I actually get with my rank and category?'
Your NEET-PG rank alone doesn't tell you your colleges. The closing rank for each branch, quota and college does. MedAdmit's NEET-PG College Predictor turns your rank + category into your exact, personalised list of Karnataka (and all-India) MD/MS/DNB colleges you can realistically get, each one with round-wise closing ranks, annual fees, stipend, bond details and an admit-probability. No guesswork, no errors.
See exactly which Karnataka colleges open up for you
LockedEnter your NEET-PG 2026 rank and category once. Instantly see your personalised list of MD/MS/DNB colleges in Karnataka and across India, with closing ranks, fees and stipend attached to every single one.
See My Karnataka CollegesWhy do so many NEET-PG aspirants target Karnataka?
- Depth of choice: government colleges (BMCRI Bengaluru, MMC&RI Mysuru, KIMS Hubballi and more), strong private colleges and marquee deemed universities.
- Open private quota: Karnataka is effectively an 'open state', so non-domicile candidates can target many private and deemed 'P' quota seats through KEA and MCC.
- Every speciality on offer: from Radiology, Dermatology and General Medicine to Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, OBG, Anaesthesia and Psychiatry.
- Two shots at a seat: 50% All India Quota (via MCC) plus 50% state quota (via KEA).
- DNB depth: hospital-based DNB and DrNB seats add hundreds more PG options beyond MD/MS.
How do NEET-PG seats in Karnataka actually get filled?
Every medical PG seat in India is split into two streams. 50% of seats in government colleges go to the All India Quota (AIQ), counselled centrally by the MCC (mcc.nic.in). The other 50% state quota, plus state private college seats, is counselled by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) through its PGET process. Deemed universities are counselled 100% by MCC, not KEA. Each stream runs its own rounds: register, then choice-filling and locking, then seat allotment, then reporting, with freeze / float / upgrade options. You can, and usually should, participate in both.
| Counselling stream | Who runs it | What it covers | Who's eligible |
|---|---|---|---|
| All India Quota (AIQ) | MCC (mcc.nic.in) | 50% of govt college seats | All-India candidates |
| Karnataka state quota | KEA (PGET) | 50% govt seats + state private seats | State-eligible + open 'P' quota |
| Deemed universities | MCC | 100% of deemed seats | All-India (highest fees) |
| Management / NRI | KEA / MCC (per college) | Private & deemed mgmt/NRI seats | All-India (premium fees) |
Will your rank land a government PG seat in Karnataka?
Government seats mean lower fees and better stipends, but they close at sharp ranks. See whether your NEET-PG rank clears the government cut-off for your branch in Karnataka, or whether private and deemed is the smarter play.
Government, private or deemed: which Karnataka colleges fit your profile?
The three tiers behave very differently on rank, fees and stipend. Government seats are the most competitive and the most affordable. State private (KEA 'P' quota) sits in the middle. Deemed universities are the most open on rank but the most expensive. The bands below are indicative for 2025-26 only and vary by college, branch and category. Your real numbers depend on the exact college, branch, quota, category and round, which is precisely what the predictor computes for you.
| College type | Typical annual fees (indicative) | Typical stipend (indicative) | Rank competitiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government (state / AIQ) | ~₹40,000 - ₹1.5 lakh | ~₹45,000 - ₹65,000 / mo | Most competitive |
| State private (KEA 'P') | ~₹3 - ₹12 lakh | Varies widely / often lower | Moderate |
| Deemed university | ~₹18 - ₹35 lakh+ | Often modest or irregular | Most open on rank |
| Management / NRI | Highest (college-specific) | College-specific | Least competitive |
Check the exact closing rank for your branch
A 'good rank' for Radiology is a very different number from a 'good rank' for Anaesthesia or Microbiology. Enter your rank and branch and see the round-wise closing ranks for every Karnataka college that fits. No averages, no guesswork.
What NEET-PG rank do Karnataka colleges close at?
There is no single 'Karnataka cut-off'. With roughly 2.66 lakh candidates competing out of 720 marks, closing ranks swing enormously by branch, quota, category and round. A government Radiology or Dermatology seat can close at a very sharp all-India rank, while pre-/para-clinical seats and many DNB seats stay open to much higher ranks, and reopen in mop-up and stray rounds. The NEET-PG 2026 qualifying cut-offs are 262/720 for General & EWS (50th percentile), 244 for General-PwBD (45th) and 226 for SC/ST/OBC including PwBD (40th), but qualifying only gets you into counselling. The rank that actually wins a seat is far sharper and category-specific, which the predictor factors in automatically.
| Branch group | Examples | Indicative competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Top-demand clinical | Radiology, Dermatology, General Medicine | Very high - sharpest closing ranks |
| High-demand clinical | Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, OBG, ENT | High |
| Core clinical / support | Anaesthesia, General Surgery, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology | Moderate |
| Diagnostic / para-clinical | Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology | More accessible |
| Pre-clinical | Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, PSM | Most accessible |
See fees AND stipend for your real shortlist
A ₹35-lakh deemed seat with a tiny stipend is a very different life from a government seat that pays you ₹60k a month. See the annual fees, stipend and bond for every Karnataka college on your personalised list, side by side.
What about fees, stipend and the Karnataka service bond?
Three money questions decide whether a seat is actually worth taking: what you pay, what you earn, and what you owe afterwards. In Karnataka, government seats are cheapest and typically pay the best stipend, while deemed seats cost the most and often pay the least. On top of that, Karnataka enforces a compulsory service bond on PG graduates, with a financial penalty for breaking it.
- Fees: government ~₹40k-₹1.5 lakh/yr (indicative); state private ~₹3-12 lakh/yr; deemed ~₹18-35 lakh/yr or more. Always verify the current year's figure.
- Stipend: government juniors are typically paid ~₹45k-₹65k/month; many private and deemed colleges pay noticeably less, and stipend disputes do occur, so confirm before you commit.
- Service bond: Karnataka requires compulsory service after PG, with a large penalty (reported around ₹50 lakh for degree and ₹25 lakh for diploma) for not serving. Check the exact current bond terms for your college.
- Total cost of ownership: add tuition + hostel + bond risk, then subtract stipend, to compare seats honestly, not just the sticker fee.
Should you consider DNB seats in Karnataka?
Yes. DNB (and DrNB Direct 6-year) seats are a serious, often underrated option. DNB is awarded by the NBEMS and recognised for teaching, government and PSU roles just like an MD/MS. Karnataka has government-DNB seats plus many hospital-based DNB seats, which frequently close at more accessible ranks than the equivalent MD/MS branch, and some carry very reasonable fees. If your rank is borderline for an MD/MS branch you love, the matching DNB seat may be the smarter route to the same speciality.
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DNB or MD/MS: which gets you the speciality you want?
For the same rank, a DNB seat might get you into the speciality an MD/MS can't. Compare your MD/MS and DNB options for Karnataka side by side, closing ranks, fees and stipend for both, and choose with your eyes open.
Compare DNB vs MD/MS For MeHow should you plan your Karnataka choice-filling?
- Register for both MCC (AIQ + deemed) and KEA (state); don't rely on a single stream.
- Run the predictor with your exact rank + category to build a data-backed shortlist before choice-filling opens.
- Order your choices by genuine preference (branch + college), not by fear; the system allots the best seat you're eligible for in your order.
- Understand freeze / float / upgrade before you lock, so you don't accidentally forfeit a better seat.
- Track every round, including mop-up and stray-vacancy rounds, where accessible seats often reopen.
- Keep documents, fees and bond paperwork ready so reporting deadlines never cost you a seat.
- Do apply to both AIQ and state quota - two independent chances at a Karnataka seat.
- Do weigh stipend and bond, not just fees, before accepting.
- Don't chase only 'brand' colleges - a great branch at a solid college beats a weak branch at a famous one.
- Don't fill choices blindly - an ordered list built on real closing ranks avoids painful surprises.
- Don't ignore DNB - it can be your fastest route to your target speciality.
Build your Karnataka list on data, not guesswork
LockedBefore you lock a single choice, see the exact, error-free list of Karnataka MD/MS/DNB colleges your rank can win, ranked by admit-probability, with closing ranks, fees and stipend on every entry.
Build My Personalised ListNEET-PG 2026: the quick facts behind your Karnataka plan
- Result declared 24 September 2026 by NBEMS (natboard.edu.in); scorecard and answer key downloadable from 1 October 2026.
- Scale: ~2.66 lakh candidates; exam out of 720 marks.
- Qualifying cut-offs: 262/720 (General & EWS), 244 (General-PwBD), 226 (SC/ST/OBC incl PwBD).
- Courses on offer: MD, MS, DNB, DrNB (Direct 6-year) and PG Diploma.
- Counselling: 50% AIQ via MCC + 50% state quota via KEA, in sequential rounds.
NEET-PG Karnataka colleges: your questions answered
Which authority conducts NEET-PG counselling in Karnataka?
KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority) runs the state quota through its PGET process - 50% of government seats plus state private college seats. The other 50% of government seats (AIQ) and 100% of deemed university seats are counselled by the MCC at mcc.nic.in.
Can non-Karnataka candidates get a PG seat in Karnataka?
Yes. Karnataka's private ('P') quota is effectively open, so candidates from any state can compete for many private and deemed seats through KEA and MCC. Government state-quota seats have stricter eligibility, but AIQ government seats are open to everyone. The predictor shows exactly which seats your profile can access.
What NEET-PG rank do I need for a government MD/MS seat in Karnataka?
It depends entirely on branch, category and round. Top clinical branches close at very sharp ranks, while pre-/para-clinical and many DNB seats stay open much higher. There is no single number; the MedAdmit predictor shows the round-wise closing rank for each Karnataka college that fits your rank and category.
How much do PG medical colleges in Karnataka cost?
Indicatively, government seats run ~₹40k-₹1.5 lakh/year, state private ~₹3-12 lakh/year, and deemed universities ~₹18-35 lakh/year or more. Figures vary by college and branch each year, so see exact, current fees for your shortlist in the predictor.
What stipend do PG residents get in Karnataka?
Government junior residents are typically paid around ₹45,000-₹65,000 per month. Many private and deemed colleges pay less, and practices vary, so always confirm with the college. The predictor shows the indicative stipend attached to each college on your list.
Is there a service bond for NEET-PG in Karnataka?
Yes, Karnataka enforces a compulsory service bond on PG graduates, with a significant financial penalty (reported around ₹50 lakh for degree and ₹25 lakh for diploma) for not serving. Confirm the exact current bond terms for your specific college before accepting a seat.
Are DNB seats in Karnataka worth taking?
Often, yes. DNB is awarded by NBEMS and recognised on par with MD/MS for most purposes, frequently closes at more accessible ranks, and can carry reasonable fees. It is a smart route to your target speciality if your rank is borderline for the MD/MS version - compare both in the predictor.
Which cities have the most PG medical colleges in Karnataka?
Bengaluru leads for MD/MS colleges, followed by Mysuru, Manipal, Mangaluru, Hubballi-Dharwad, Belagavi and Davangere. The predictor lets you see every eligible college regardless of city, ranked by your admit-probability.
Should I fill both AIQ and Karnataka state quota?
Yes. They are separate streams with separate seat pools, so registering for both MCC (AIQ + deemed) and KEA (state) genuinely improves your chances of a Karnataka seat. Plan your choices across both using your predictor shortlist.
How do I know exactly which Karnataka colleges I can get?
Enter your NEET-PG 2026 rank and category into the MedAdmit NEET-PG College Predictor. It returns your personalised, error-free list of MD/MS/DNB colleges you can realistically get, across MCC AIQ and every state, each with round-wise closing ranks, fees, stipend, bond and an admit-probability.
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