Starting a medical career in India requires a comprehensive understanding of large institutions that offer extraordinary education, training and location opportunities. This article delays Best Medical Colleges in India by 2025, and postpone ranking, registration processes, tax structures, NEET stables and site options.

Admission to MBBS programs is mainly based on national selection cum entrance test), which is an essential entrance exam for all medical colleges including officers, private and employees universities. There are more than 700 medical colleges in India, with more than 1 Lakh MBBS seats available. The tax structure varies very different – the authorities provide cheap education, while private institutions can demand a lot of fees.

There are more than 600 medical colleges in India, of which 209 are government rows and the rest are private. Every year, millions of students dream of studying MBB in India, but some students have achieved their dreams. During the MBBS course, students also become theoretically as well as practical training that help them learn for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

India provides a respected and competitive passage to become a medical physician through the MBBs (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery). After completing MBBS in India, students can be kept in any authority or private hospital.

Top Medical Colleges in India ranking

Based on the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), here are the top 20 Best Medical Colleges in India.

Rank	College Name	Location	NIRF Score
1	All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)	New Delhi, Delhi	94.46
2	Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	80.83
3	Christian Medical College (CMC)	Vellore, Tamil Nadu	75.11
4	National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)	Bengaluru, Karnataka	71.92
5	Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)	Puducherry, Puducherry	70.74
6	Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS)	Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh	70.07
7	Banaras Hindu University (BHU)	Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh	69.54
8	Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	68.81
9	Kasturba Medical College	Manipal, Karnataka	67.42
10	Madras Medical College and Government General Hospital	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	64.12
11	Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth	Pune, Maharashtra	64.10
12	Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	63.72
13	Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala	63.68
14	All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh	Rishikesh, Uttarakhand	63.16
15	All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar	Bhubaneswar, Odisha	62.97
16	All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur	Jodhpur, Rajasthan	62.57
17	Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital	New Delhi, Delhi	62.36
18	S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	62.00
19	King George’s Medical University (KGMU)	Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh	61.95
20	Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	61.62

These rankings are based on various parameters, including Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practice (RPC), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI), and Peer Perception. For more detailed information, you can refer to the NIRF official website.

Top Private MBBS Colleges in India

Here are some of the best private medical colleges in India, state-wise, along with key details:

Karnataka

Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal

Highlights	Focus on social health and research initiative
Establishment	1953
Connection	Manipal Academy of Higher Education
About. Fees	17-24 lakhs per year
Features	Modern features focusing on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Quality Medicine Education and Research is known for initiative
Campus features	Comprehensive facilities including modern laboratories and libraries.

JSS Medical College, Mysuru

Highlights	Focus on social health and research initiative
Establishment	1984
Connection	JSS Academy of Higher Education
About. Fees	15-20 lakhs per year
Features	Modern features focusing on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Quality Medicine Education and Research is known for initiative
Campus features	Comprehensive facilities including modern laboratories and libraries

Maharashtra

Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune

Highlights	Focus on social health and research initiative
Establishment	1989
Connection	Bharati Vidyapeeth University
About. Fees	20 lakh per year
Features	Modern features focusing on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Quality Medicine Education and Research is known for initiative
Campus features	Comprehensive facilities including modern laboratories and libraries

DY Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	1989
Affiliation	DY Patil University
Approx. Fees	₹25-30 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

Tamil Nadu

SRM Medical College, Chennai

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	2005
Approx. Fees	₹22-25 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Affiliation	SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

Vinayaka Mission’s Medical College, Salem

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	1996
Affiliation	Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation
Approx. Fees	₹20-22 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

Uttar Pradesh

Santosh Medical College, Ghaziabad

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	1995
Affiliation	Santosh University
Approx. Fees	₹18-22 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

Subharti Medical College, Meerut

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	1996
Affiliation	Swami Vivekanand Subharti University
Approx. Fees	₹17-20 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

Rajasthan

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College, Jaipur

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	2001
Affiliation	Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences
Approx. Fees	₹22-25 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

NIMS Medical College, Jaipur

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Establishment	2004
Affiliation	NIMS University
Approx. Fees	₹18-22 lakh per year
Features	Modern facilities with a focus on research and clinical practice
Recognition	Known for quality medical education and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries

Punjab

Christian Medical College, Ludhiana

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries
Established	1894
NIRF 2024 Ranking	14th among medical colleges
Annual Intake	100 MBBS seats
Tuition Fees	Approximately ₹6,60,000 per annum
Notable	Focuses on producing competent and compassionate healthcare professionals.

Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries
Established	1963
NIRF 2024 Ranking	35th among medical colleges
Annual Intake	150 MBBS seats
Tuition Fees	Approximately ₹11,00,000 per annum
Notable	Known for its advanced medical facilities and research initiatives.

Kerala

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Kochi

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries
Established	2002
NIRF 2024 Ranking	8th among medical colleges
Annual Intake	100 MBBS seats
Tuition Fees	Approximately ₹19,00,000 per annum
Notable	Offers a holistic approach to medical education with a focus on research.

PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries
Established	1985
NIRF 2024 Ranking	40th among medical colleges
Annual Intake	150 MBBS seats
Tuition Fees	Approximately ₹12,50,000 per annum
Notable	Known for its strong academic environment and research facilities.

Bihar

 Katihar Medical College, Katihar

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries
Established	1987
Affiliation	Al-Karim University
Key Highlight	Focuses on serving the rural population with a strong emphasis on community health.

Narayan Medical College and Hospital, Sasaram

Highlights	Focus on community health and research initiatives
Tuition fees	Approximately ₹11,15,000 per annum
Campus Features	Comprehensive facilities including modern labs and libraries
Established	2008
Affiliation	Veer Kunwar Singh University
Key Highlight	Equipped with modern medical technology and a dedicated teaching hospital.

Admissions and NEET Cutoffs

Admission to medical programs (MBBS) in India is mainly through National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG). NEET-UG is a national level survey annually, which serves both the government and private medical colleges as an entrance exam.

Each institution has its own specific NEET cutting, which varies annually depending on factors such as the number of applicants, difficulties in examining and availability of seats. For example, Aiims New Delhi, a medical college, is usually a high cut. In the previous entrance cycle, all India Rank (Air) was closed to the general category. Similarly, other top institutions have competitive cuts, reflecting their respective positions in medical education.

Fee Structures

In 2025, Chasing MBBS degrees in India offer more options in public and private medical colleges, each with different fee structures.

Government Medical College: These institutes are known for their strength because of state grants. The annual school fees usually range from INR 1,500 to INR 50,000. Included institutions such as the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMs) also have low fees, about 1000 to INR 5000 per year.

Private medical college: Private institutions vary in general, vary on the basis of college infrastructure, reputation and location. The annual teaching INR can range from 10 lakhs to INR 25 lakhs. For example, manipal fees of around 17.8 lakhs per year with institutions such as Kasturba Medical College in Manipal.

Deemed University: These are autonomous institutions with their own duty structures. The annual fee can vary widely, some universities have a cost of INR 10 lakhs to INR 25 lakhs per year.

Further expenses: In addition to teaching, students should consider the costs of a hostel, which can be INR 1 Lakh to INR 1.5 lakhs annually, and other different fees.

It is necessary for future students to research and verify the latest duty structures directly from official college sites or contact at entry offices, as fees can be changed and may vary depending on quota, scholarships and other factors.

Placement and Career Prospects

Confirmation from a top medical college in India opens several roads in the health care system. These institutions not only provide strong educational training, but also provide extensive clinical risk, research opportunities and internships, which are important for shaping a successful medical career.

Location cells in these colleges provide internships and positions in recognized hospitals and health organizations. For example, AIIMS New Delhi has collaborated with various national and international health services institutions, providing its newly qualified opportunities to work in respected organizations. Similarly, CMC Vellore is known for its health initiative, and the candidates are severely in demand in public and private health areas.

NEET-UG Exam Dates 2025

Event	Date
Application Start Date	February 7, 2025
Application End Date	March 9, 2025
Exam Date	May 4, 2025

NEET UG Deemed Cut Off 2024

College Name	Year	State	Round 1	Round 2	Round 3
GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Visakhapatnam	2015	Andhra pradesh	874883	585242	356477
Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, New Delhi	2012	Delhi	{ Muslim MM-124809 }{Gen MM-53650 }	{ Muslim MM-87651 }{ Gen MM-54747}	{ Muslim MM-77226}{Gen MM-44566}
SBKS Medical Institute and Research Centre, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, Vadodara	2002	Gujarat	{Jain MM-596197}{Gen MM-267297}	{Jain MM-313793}{Gen MM-256409}	{Jain MM-190166}{Gen MM-259128}
Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Mullana	2003	Haryana	265012	379681	305183
Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur	2020	Jharkhand	82158	66376	63631
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belagavi	1963	Karnataka	138793	133601	138261
JSS Medical College, Jagadguru	1984	Karnataka	122228	117946	109267
K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore	1999	Karnataka	153008	152827	151838
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal	1953	Karnataka	40258	39624	36053
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore	1955	Karnataka	57207	53186	46000
Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore	1999	Karnataka	Mm402577gm352756	Mm351398Gm261081	mm-Gm222862
Jagadguru Gangadhar Mahaswamigalu Moorsavirmath Medical College, Hubbali	2021	Karnataka	204107	193538	180556
B.L.D.E. (Deemed to be University), Bijapur	1986	Karnataka	263955	199297	185331
RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru	2005	Karnataka	374370	371010	330221
Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar	1986	Karnataka	216182	183348	167303
Sri Siddhartha Medical College, Begur	2019	Karnataka	365036	305713	232724
Sri Siddhartha Medical College, Tumkur	1988	Karnataka	293210	228389	183602
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi	2000	Kerala	269974	329153	309686
MGM Medical College, Aurangabad	1989	Maharashtra	217486	138732	140840
MGM Medical College, Navi Mumbai	1989	Maharashtra	183677	129992	117083
MGM Medical College, Vashi	2023	Maharashtra	231489	157926	144868
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai	1989	Maharashtra	559321	424633	294188
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Kolhapur	1989	Maharashtra	345660	270180	158124
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune	1995	Maharashtra	568637	532578	536770
Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune	1989	Maharashtra	299733	278324	202670
Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Sangli	2005	Maharashtra	514800	454521	405593
Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni (Rural Medical College)	1984	Maharashtra	131857	96177	87945
Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune	2020	Maharashtra	53248	50329	39987
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe, Wardha	1990	Maharashtra	511535	459556	–
Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur	2020	Maharashtra	510316	532602	134575
Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad	1984	Maharashtra	430165	352305	358961
Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar	2007	Orissa	252400	197138	141388
Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar	2007	Orissa	213081	175608	123038
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Pondicherry	2002	Pondicherry	892491	778569	–
Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and Hospital, Pondicherry	1990	Pondicherry	1035938	736651	385224
Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Pondicherry	2006	Pondicherry	1253815	1036198	633109
Vinayaka Missions Medical College, Karaikal	1997	Pondicherry	902941	654993	331723
Meenakshi Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Chennai	2003	Tamil Nadu	899112	543674	265381
Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Chennai	2008	Tamil Nadu	568054	365718	165365
Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute, Kancheepuram	2008	Tamil Nadu	1332973	962788	536687
SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chennai	2005	Tamil Nadu	637582	574531	378109
ACS Medical College and Hospital, Chennai	2008	Tamil Nadu	1017390	626511	311089
Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai	2003	Tamil Nadu	1103028	921206	608137
Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Kancheepuram	2006	Tamil Nadu	825168	629495	354338
Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai	1985	Tamil Nadu	637582	323997	236028
Vinayaka Missions Medical College, Salem	1996	Tamil Nadu	1001140	699163	424450
VELS Medical College and Hospital, Chennai	1996	Tamil Nadu	1175074	626815	295485
Bharat Medical College and Hospital, Chennai	2020	Tamil Nadu	1062838	934381	559313
Sri Lalithambigai Medical College and Hospital	2021	Tamil Nadu	617590	278640	11583
Santosh Medical College, Ghaziabad	1996	Uttar Pradesh	672540	599861	518475
Amrita Hospital, Faridabad	2000	Haryana	286837	296345	–

Conclusion

Choosing the right medical college is an important decision that shapes one’s medical career. The top medical college in India, which is postponed above, is promising exemplary education, state -art -art facilities and career opportunities. Medical students should do careful investigations and assess factors such as ranking, admission norms, fee structures and location registers to create an informed alternative. For the most accurate and updated information, future students are encouraged to visit the official websites of these institutions and to consult the latest information from the National Testing Agency (NTA).

FAQS

1. Which is the No. 1 medical college in India?

AIIMS New Delhi is ranked as the No. 1 medical college in India, known for its world-class education, research, and healthcare facilities.

2. What are the top 5 Best Medical Colleges in India?

The top 5 medical colleges in India are:

• JIPMER Puducherry
• AIIMS New Delhi
• PGIMER Chandigarh
• CMC Vellore
• NIMHANS Bengaluru

3. How can I get admission to top medical colleges in India?

Admission to MBBS courses in India is primarily through NEET-UG, while postgraduate courses require NEET-PG or INI-CET for AIIMS and PGIMER.

4. What is the minimum NEET score required for AIIMS New Delhi?

A NEET-UG score of 680+ is generally required for AIIMS New Delhi under the general category.

5. What is the fee structure for MBBS in government medical colleges?

Government medical colleges charge between ₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000 per year, while private colleges have higher fees.

6. Which private medical college is the best in India?

CMC Vellore and Kasturba Medical College (Manipal) are among the best private medical colleges.

7. Does JIPMER have a separate entrance exam?

No, JIPMER admissions are now through NEET-UG.

8. Is PGIMER Chandigarh good for MBBS?

PGIMER is mainly known for PG courses; for MBBS, AIIMS and JIPMER are preferred.

9. What is the average placement package for AIIMS graduates?

AIIMS graduates can earn ₹10-20 LPA in reputed hospitals or pursue further specialization.

10. Can I study MBBS abroad without NEET?

No, NEET-UG is mandatory even for MBBS admissions abroad.