Chhattisgarh MBBS cutoffs 2026: college-wise closing ranks

Chhattisgarh NEET cutoff overview

Chhattisgarh has 13 government and 5 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through DMER Chhattisgarh / CG VYAPAM. The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Government Medical College, Rajnandgaon) reached 46,950 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur closed at rank 3,41,090. Among private colleges, Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai had the tightest cutoff at rank 10,48,183.

For a full walkthrough of the counselling timeline, documents, and fee structure, read our Chhattisgarh counselling guide.

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, MOP values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

Private college cutoffs

Private colleges generally have higher closing ranks (less competitive). The top 3 private colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, MOP values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as NEET All India Rank.

Cutoffs by reservation category

The table below compares final-round closing ranks across reservation categories for 3 representative colleges (2025 counselling data, for reference by 2026 aspirants).

How cutoffs change across rounds

Chhattisgarh counselling typically runs 3 rounds (R1, R2 and MOP). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Government Medical College, Rajnandgaon had an R1 cutoff of 40,645 that moved to 46,950 by R2, a shift of about 6,305 ranks.

Year-over-year trends

Across 2024-2025, 12 out of 16 colleges saw more relaxed (higher rank numbers) cutoffs. New seat additions and changes in candidate preferences can both push cutoffs upward.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Government Medical College, Rajnandgaon moved from rank 40,722 in 2024 to 46,950 in 2025 (the cutoff rank rose by 6,228).

How to use this data

Start by checking where your expected NEET rank falls relative to the cutoffs above. If your rank is within 10-15% of a college’s closing rank, that college is worth listing in your preference order.

Pay attention to the round-by-round pattern. A college that fills in R1 at rank 20,000 but drops to 28,000 by the final round gives you a realistic shot if your rank is in the mid-20,000s. Conversely, colleges whose cutoffs tighten across rounds are harder to get into later.

Category-specific cutoffs matter. The reservation categories page in our Chhattisgarh category guide explains eligibility requirements and document checklists for each category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest rank to get a government MBBS seat in Chhattisgarh?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 2,07,311. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

Are these Chhattisgarh cutoffs based on NEET AIR or state rank?

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as NEET All India Rank. DMER Chhattisgarh / CG VYAPAM uses NEET All India Rank for seat allotment. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Chhattisgarh?

Chhattisgarh has 13 government medical colleges accepting admissions through state counselling. See the full list in our Chhattisgarh medical colleges page.

Do Chhattisgarh MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Chhattisgarh runs 3 rounds of counselling. Cutoff ranks usually rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates vacate seats. The Cutoff Analyzer on this site lets you compare round-by-round data for every college.

What are the private medical college cutoffs in Chhattisgarh?

The most competitive private college in Chhattisgarh closed at rank 9,06,566 (OPEN, 2025). The least competitive closed around 10,94,251. Use the Cutoff Analyzer to filter by private colleges only.

Can I predict 2026 cutoffs from this data?

Past cutoffs are the best available indicator but not a guarantee. Seat count changes, exam difficulty, and candidate preferences all affect cutoffs each year. Use the year-over-year trends above to identify whether a college is becoming more or less competitive, then run your rank through the College Predictor for a probability estimate.