Odisha MBBS cutoffs 2026: college-wise closing ranks

Odisha NEET cutoff overview

Odisha has 13 government and 4 private medical colleges participating in state counselling through OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination). The OPEN category closing rank for the most competitive government college (Government Medical College, Phulbani) reached 2,871 in the final round of 2025.

At the other end of the government spectrum, JKMCH, Jajpur closed at rank 5,168. Among private colleges, Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Medical College, Talcher had the tightest cutoff at rank 2,830.

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

Government college cutoffs

The table below lists the top 3 government colleges by closing rank (OPEN category, 2025 counselling). The R1, R2, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as Odisha state merit 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, R3 values are from 2025 and serve as reference for 2026 aspirants. Ranks are expressed as Odisha state merit 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

Odisha counselling typically runs 3 rounds (R1, R2 and R3). Cutoff ranks tend to rise (become less competitive) in later rounds as candidates who secured seats elsewhere drop out of the process.

For example, Government Medical College and Hospital, Sundergarh had an R1 cutoff of 2,739 that moved to 5,277 by R3, a shift of about 2,538 ranks.

Year-over-year trends

Across 2023-2025, 14 out of 17 colleges saw more relaxed (higher rank numbers) cutoffs. New seat additions and changes in candidate preferences can both push cutoffs upward.

Government Medical College and Hospital, Sundergarh moved from rank 1,852 in 2023 to 5,277 in 2025 (the cutoff rank rose by 3,425).

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 Odisha 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 Odisha?

In 2025, the highest closing rank among government colleges in the OPEN category was 5,168. This was in the final round of counselling. Ranks beyond this were not allotted a government seat under OPEN.

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

All cutoffs on this page are expressed as Odisha state merit rank. Odisha uses its own state merit list for counselling. See our counselling guide for details.

How many government medical colleges are in Odisha?

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

Do Odisha MBBS cutoffs change across counselling rounds?

Yes. Odisha 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 Odisha?

The most competitive private college in Odisha closed at rank 2,830 (OPEN, 2025). The least competitive closed around 4,961. 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.