NEET-PG colleges in Mumbai sit at the top of almost every MD/MS/DNB aspirant's wish list — and for good reason. The city packs legacy government and municipal institutes like Seth GS/KEM, LTMMC/Sion, TN Medical/Nair, Grant/JJ and HBT/Cooper, along with deemed universities in Navi Mumbai and dozens of corporate DNB hospitals, into one of India's densest clusters of postgraduate seats. This guide breaks down Mumbai's PG medical landscape by college type, counselling authority (MCC All India Quota vs the Maharashtra CET Cell), indicative competitiveness and fees — and shows you exactly how to turn your NEET-PG 2026 rank into a realistic Mumbai shortlist.
The MedAdmit NEET-PG College Predictor turns your rank + category into a personalised list of MD/MS/DNB colleges across MCC All India Quota AND every state — each with round-wise closing ranks, annual fees, stipend, bond and an admit-probability score. Accurate, no guesswork.
Which medical colleges in Mumbai offer MD/MS/DNB seats?
Mumbai's PG seats sit across four pillars: state government colleges run under DMER, municipal (BMC) colleges run by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, deemed universities in the Navi Mumbai belt, and a large pool of DNB/DrNB seats at corporate and charitable hospitals. Most government and municipal MD/MS courses are affiliated to the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), while DNB and DrNB seats are awarded by NBEMS.
- Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital (BMC / municipal) — Mumbai's most sought-after PG destination
- Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC) & Sion Hospital (BMC / municipal)
- Topiwala National Medical College (TNMC) & B.Y.L. Nair Charitable Hospital (BMC / municipal)
- Grant Government Medical College (GGMC) & Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals (Maharashtra govt / DMER)
- HBT Medical College & Dr. R.N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Juhu (BMC / municipal)
- Deemed universities in the Navi Mumbai belt — Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil and MGM Medical College
- Corporate & charitable DNB hospitals across the city (clinical MD-equivalent PG via NBEMS)
See the exact Mumbai colleges you can get
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See my exact Mumbai collegesGovernment, municipal, deemed or DNB — how do Mumbai's PG seats split?
The counselling route you use depends entirely on the college type. Government and municipal seats are split 50% All India Quota (through MCC at mcc.nic.in) and 50% Maharashtra state quota (through the CET Cell). Deemed universities fill entirely through MCC deemed counselling with no domicile bar, private/minority colleges go through the state authority, and DNB hospital seats are filled centrally via MCC/NBEMS — also without a domicile requirement.
| College type | Mumbai examples | Counselling route | Who can apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| State government | Grant GMC & Sir J.J. Hospital | 50% AIQ via MCC + 50% state quota via CET Cell | AIQ: all-India; state quota: Maharashtra domicile rules apply |
| Municipal (BMC) | Seth GS/KEM, LTMMC/Sion, TNMC/Nair, HBT/Cooper | 50% AIQ via MCC + 50% state quota via CET Cell | AIQ open to all; state/municipal seats follow domicile & institutional rules |
| Deemed university | D.Y. Patil, MGM (Navi Mumbai) | 100% via MCC deemed counselling | Open to all-India candidates; no domicile bar |
| Private / minority | Terna Medical College (Nerul) | State quota via CET Cell (plus management/NRI seats) | Maharashtra candidates; some management/NRI seats |
| DNB hospital | Corporate & charitable hospitals citywide | Centralised DNB counselling via MCC / NBEMS | All-India; no domicile requirement |
How does NEET-PG counselling work for Mumbai colleges?
NEET-PG 2026 results were declared on 24 September 2026 by NBEMS, and roughly 2.66 lakh candidates qualified. From here, two parallel counsellings decide your Mumbai seat: MCC runs the 50% All India Quota (and all deemed/DNB seats), while the Maharashtra CET Cell (cetcell.mahacet.org) under DMER runs the 50% state quota plus private/minority seats. Both are multi-round and follow the same rhythm.
- Register on the correct portal — MCC for AIQ, deemed and DNB; CET Cell for the Maharashtra state quota
- Pay the counselling fee and complete document verification
- Fill and lock your choices in strict preference order
- Wait for round-wise seat allotment
- Decide freeze, float or upgrade for your allotted seat
- Report to the allotted college and confirm admission before the deadline
Government seat or private — which is realistic for you?
The predictor shows, for your exact rank and category, whether a Mumbai government/municipal MD/MS is in reach or whether the deemed and DNB routes fit you better — before you commit your choices.
What NEET-PG 2026 rank do I need for a Mumbai MD/MS/DNB seat?
First, the qualifying bar: NEET-PG 2026 cut-offs (out of 720) were General/EWS 262, General-PwBD 244, and SC/ST/OBC including PwBD 226. Clearing that only makes you eligible — the seat you actually get depends on your rank, category, the speciality's demand, the quota, and the counselling round. Mumbai's brand value pushes closing ranks lower than comparable colleges elsewhere, and the gap between a Round 1 and a stray-vacancy closing rank can be large. The bands below are indicative only — verify your exact chance for each college and branch in the predictor.
| Speciality (MD/MS/DNB) | Typical demand | Indicative competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology | Extremely high | Among the toughest — close at very low ranks; confirm your exact chance |
| General Medicine, Paediatrics | Very high | Highly competitive at Mumbai govt/municipal colleges |
| General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology | High | Strong demand; ranges vary sharply by college and round |
| Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology | Moderate–high | More attainable, but the Mumbai brand adds pressure |
| Anaesthesiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Community Medicine | Moderate | Often more accessible; strong DNB options here too |
Check the real closing rank for your rank
Closing ranks move every round. See the round-wise closing ranks for each Mumbai college and speciality lined up against your own NEET-PG 2026 rank — not last year's guesswork.
How much do PG seats in Mumbai cost? Fees, stipend and bond
Cost varies enormously by college type. Government and municipal seats carry the lowest tuition and pay a monthly stipend as per Maharashtra government norms, but usually attach a service bond. Deemed universities sit at the top of the fee band. DNB hospital seats typically have low tuition with a hospital-paid stipend. The bands below are indicative — pull the exact fee, stipend and bond for each shortlisted college in the predictor before you decide.
| College type | Indicative annual fees | Stipend | Service bond |
|---|---|---|---|
| Govt & municipal (state/AIQ seat) | Lowest band | Paid per Maharashtra govt norms | State/service bond typically applies |
| Deemed university | Highest band | Varies by institute | Usually no state bond — check the institute |
| Private / minority | Mid–high band | Varies | May apply |
| DNB hospital | Low tuition; varies | Paid by the hospital | Varies by hospital / NBEMS |
Know the fees, stipend and bond before you lock choices
Compare the actual annual fees, stipend and service bond for your shortlisted Mumbai colleges in one view — so there are no surprises after allotment.
How do I choose the right Mumbai college and speciality?
- Speciality demand versus your rank and category
- The quota you are actually eligible for — AIQ, Maharashtra state, deemed or DNB
- Annual fees, monthly stipend and any service bond
- Clinical exposure and case load — Mumbai's public hospitals see enormous patient volumes
- Hostel, location and family logistics across the city and Navi Mumbai
- Round-wise closing-rank trends for that exact college and branch
- Do run your rank through the predictor before locking a single choice
- Do keep documents ready for both MCC and the CET Cell in parallel
- Do add safe, target and reach options — don't fill only dream seats
- Don't rely on last year's ranks alone; trends shift with every round
- Don't skip state-quota registration if you hold a Maharashtra domicile
- Don't ignore DNB — a corporate-hospital seat can secure your chosen speciality
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| Institute (Hospital) | Managed by | Counselling route |
|---|---|---|
| Seth G.S. Medical College (KEM Hospital) | BMC (municipal) | MCC (AIQ) + CET Cell (state) |
| LTM Medical College (Sion Hospital) | BMC (municipal) | MCC (AIQ) + CET Cell (state) |
| Topiwala National Medical College (Nair Hospital) | BMC (municipal) | MCC (AIQ) + CET Cell (state) |
| Grant Govt Medical College (Sir J.J. Hospital) | Maharashtra govt (DMER) | MCC (AIQ) + CET Cell (state) |
| HBT Medical College (Dr. R.N. Cooper Hospital) | BMC (municipal) | MCC (AIQ) + CET Cell (state) |
| D.Y. Patil / MGM (Navi Mumbai) | Deemed university | MCC deemed counselling |
| Corporate & charitable DNB hospitals | Private / charitable | MCC DNB counselling (no domicile) |
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Compare my Mumbai optionsNEET-PG Mumbai colleges: frequently asked questions
Which are the top government PG medical colleges in Mumbai?
The flagship names are Seth GS/KEM, LTMMC/Sion, TNMC/Nair, Grant/Sir JJ and HBT/Cooper. KEM, Sion, Nair and Cooper are BMC (municipal) colleges, while Grant/JJ is a Maharashtra state government college. For the exact MD/MS seats you can realistically get across them, run your rank through the NEET-PG College Predictor.
What NEET-PG 2026 rank do I need for a Mumbai MD/MS seat?
There is no single number — it depends on your speciality, category, quota (AIQ vs state) and the counselling round. Radiodiagnosis, Dermatology and General Medicine close at the lowest ranks. The predictor maps your exact rank and category to each Mumbai college and branch with an admit-probability score.
What was the NEET-PG 2026 qualifying cut-off?
Out of 720: General/EWS 262, General-PwBD 244, and SC/ST/OBC including PwBD 226. Results were declared on 24 September 2026 by NBEMS, with roughly 2.66 lakh candidates qualifying. Clearing the cut-off makes you eligible; your rank decides the seat.
How do I get a Mumbai seat through the All India Quota?
Register with the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at mcc.nic.in. AIQ covers 50% of government and municipal seats, plus all deemed and DNB seats. You register, verify documents, fill and lock choices, receive round-wise allotment, and report to the college.
How does the Maharashtra state quota counselling work?
The State CET Cell (cetcell.mahacet.org) under DMER runs the 50% state-quota seats in government and municipal colleges plus private/minority seats. Domicile and reservation rules apply — check your eligibility, then match it against colleges in the predictor.
Are D.Y. Patil and MGM Navi Mumbai part of MCC counselling?
Yes. As deemed universities they fill through MCC deemed counselling, which is open to all-India candidates with no domicile requirement. Fees sit in the higher band, so weigh them against govt/municipal and DNB options in the predictor.
Can I do DNB in Mumbai, and is it worth it?
Absolutely. Mumbai has many corporate and charitable hospitals offering DNB seats, filled centrally through MCC/NBEMS with no domicile bar. DNB can secure your chosen speciality when an MD/MS seat is out of rank reach. Compare DNB against MD/MS by admit-probability in the predictor.
Which PG branches are hardest to get in Mumbai?
Radiodiagnosis and Dermatology are the most competitive, followed by General Medicine and Paediatrics. These close at very low ranks, especially at the municipal colleges. The predictor shows the round-wise closing ranks so you know where your rank stands.
What is the difference between MD/MS, DNB and DrNB?
MD/MS are university degrees earned at medical colleges (MUHS/other universities). DNB and DrNB are awarded by NBEMS, often at hospitals. DrNB direct 6-year is a separate broad-speciality pathway. Note that NEET-SS (DM/MCh) is a different exam and is not part of NEET-PG counselling.
Do Mumbai government PG seats have a service bond?
Many state and municipal seats attach a service bond, and terms differ by college. Deemed universities usually have no state bond. Check the exact bond alongside fees and stipend for each shortlisted college in the predictor.
How much are PG fees in Mumbai?
Government and municipal seats have the lowest fees; deemed universities have the highest; DNB tuition is low with a hospital-paid stipend. These are indicative bands only — pull the exact annual fee, stipend and bond per college in the predictor.
Should I pick a Mumbai DNB seat or a government MD/MS elsewhere?
It depends on your target speciality, career plans, fees and bond. A Mumbai DNB in your preferred branch can beat an MD/MS in a less-preferred speciality far away. Use the predictor to compare admit-probability, closing ranks and fees across both before you lock choices.
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