Securing a Government MBBS seat in Kerala depends on more than just your NEET 2026 rank. The final cut-off changes every year based on factors such as the number of applicants, reservation category, seat availability, and counselling trends.
The official Kerala Government MBBS cut-off for 2026 will be announced only after the counselling process is over. Until then, looking at the previous year’s closing ranks is the best way to get a realistic idea of the ranks required. In this blog, you’ll find the final closing ranks for all government medical colleges in Kerala after the first three rounds of the 2025 CEE counselling, helping you estimate your admission chances during the 2026 counselling process.
| Government Medical College | SM | EZ | MU | BH | LA | DV | VK | BX | KN | KU | SC | ST | EW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Govt. Medical College, Kozhikode | 234 | 475 | 280 | 529 | 1020 | 3098 | 583 | 1149 | 4225 | 7188 | 5623 | 11656 | 1104 |
| Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 370 | 611 | 450 | 690 | 789 | 3297 | 760 | 502 | 4808 | 14155 | 8701 | 17277 | 1328 |
| Govt. Medical College, Thrissur | 553 | 794 | 603 | 849 | 1934 | 4531 | 1223 | 1421 | 6595 | 10556 | 8673 | 18453 | 1746 |
| Govt. Medical College, Kottayam | 594 | 815 | 673 | 799 | 1200 | 3887 | 820 | 1351 | 6247 | 14879 | 9173 | 17812 | 1496 |
| Govt. Medical College, Alappuzha | 857 | 1026 | 1003 | 1242 | 2103 | 5062 | 1392 | 1495 | 7817 | 8753 | 10163 | 20723 | 1753 |
| Govt. Medical College, Ernakulam | 904 | 1161 | 1101 | 1364 | 2189 | 4817 | 1439 | 1602 | 7990 | 15753 | 11164 | 19298 | 1943 |
| Govt. Medical College, Parippally, Kollam | 852 | 1307 | 1302 | 1341 | 2496 | 5454 | 1819 | 2039 | 8828 | - | 10661 | 20179 | 2291 |
| Govt. Medical College, Kannur | 902 | 1172 | 1110 | 1154 | 2485 | 5400 | 1536 | 1724 | 8315 | 16743 | 10321 | 22920 | 2186 |
| Govt. Medical College, Manjeri | 842 | 1213 | 907 | 1359 | 2420 | 5541 | 1908 | 1794 | 8088 | 16959 | 11404 | 21411 | 2118 |
| Government Medical College, Idukki | - | 2362 | 2373 | 2328 | 3296 | 6307 | 2556 | 2674 | 9811 | 20214 | 15439 | 20938 | 2842 |
| Government Medical College, Konni, Pathanamthitta | - | 1797 | 2100 | 1892 | 2604 | 6514 | 2332 | 2396 | 8873 | 19105 | 12463 | 24871 | 2686 |
| Government Medical College, Palakkad | - | 1686 | 1580 | - | 2573 | - | - | - | - | - | 15239 | 22753 | 2709 |
| Govt. Medical College, Kasaragod | - | 2409 | 2394 | 2916 | 3689 | 7450 | 3104 | - | - | - | 15624 | 24479 | 3467 |
| Govt. Medical College, Wayanad | - | 2353 | 2388 | 2833 | 3457 | 8062 | 3119 | 2849 | - | 24407 | 15494 | 25421 | 3229 |
Which Government Medical Colleges in Kerala Are the Most Competitive?
If you’re aiming for one of Kerala’s most preferred institutions, it’s important to understand the Kerala Government Medical College cut-off trends from the previous year. Based on the previous year’s counselling, these colleges had the most competitive State Merit (SM) closing ranks:
| Government Medical College | SM Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Govt. Medical College, Kozhikode | 234 |
| Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 370 |
| Govt. Medical College, Thrissur | 553 |
| Govt. Medical College, Kottayam | 594 |
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Talk to Our NEET Experts TodayThese colleges are usually the top choice for students with high NEET ranks because of their good reputation, experienced faculty, better patient exposure, and strong academic environment. That’s why these colleges usually record lower closing ranks than the newer government medical colleges in Kerala.
Which Government Medical Colleges Had Less Competitive Closing Ranks?
Students with comparatively higher NEET All India Ranks (AIR) may still have a chance of getting a seat in some Government Medical Colleges. During the 2025 counselling, a few Government Medical Colleges had comparatively higher closing ranks.
Examples include:
- Government Medical College, Konni
- Government Medical College, Palakkad
- Government Medical College, Kasaragod
- Government Medical College, Wayanad
This does not mean these colleges are easier to get into every year. The closing ranks change with each counselling cycle. However, students who do not secure admission to Kerala’s most competitive Government Medical Colleges often consider these colleges while filling their preferences.
Expected NEET 2026 Government MBBS Cut-Off in Kerala
The official NEET 2026 Government MBBS cut-off for Kerala will be announced only after the Kerala MBBS counselling process is completed. The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala releases the phase-wise last rank details on its official website after every allotment round. Once the 2026 allotment results are announced after each counselling round, compare your NEET All India Rank (AIR) with the latest college-wise Kerala State Quota closing ranks for your reservation category. This will help you identify the Government Medical Colleges where you have a realistic chance of admission in the subsequent allotment rounds.
It’s also important not to rely only on the first allotment. The closing ranks usually change as counselling progresses, with additional seats becoming available due to seat upgradation, resignations, and fresh allotments. Checking the updated last-rank list after each counselling round can help you make better decisions while filling or rearranging your college preferences.
Conclusion
The previous year’s closing ranks can help you make informed decisions during the Kerala Government MBBS admission process. As the 2026 counselling progresses, keep checking the official CEE Kerala last-rank lists after every allotment round and update your college preferences accordingly.
FAQ'S
Since the 2026 counselling has not started yet, there is no official expected cut-off. Until the 2026 allotments begin, candidates can refer to the 2025 closing ranks to get a realistic idea of the ranks required.
Compared to Kerala’s oldest Government Medical Colleges, institutions such as Government Medical College, Idukki, Government Medical College, Wayanad, Government Medical College, Kasaragod, and Government Medical College, Konni recorded comparatively higher closing ranks during the 2025 counselling. While the closing ranks change every year, these colleges are often considered by candidates with comparatively higher NEET All India Ranks during the counselling process.
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala publishes the official college-wise last-rank details after each counselling round on its website. These last-rank lists are released separately for every allotment phase and reservation category.
Yes. The closing ranks change after every allotment round as candidates upgrade their seats, withdraw from counselling, or newly available seats are filled. The final closing rank is available after the completion of the regular counselling rounds.
Based on the 2025 Kerala CEE counselling, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, was the most competitive Government Medical College under the State Merit (SM) category. It was followed by Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Government Medical College, Thrissur, and Government Medical College, Kottayam. These colleges had the lowest closing ranks, showing that they were among the most preferred choices for NEET aspirants.