The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh, has officially released the Round 1 Seat Matrix for NEET UG 2026 counselling on August 11, 2026. This detailed seat distribution covers MBBS and BDS admissions across Government, Autonomous, and Private Medical & Dental Colleges in the state for the 2026-27 academic session.
If you’re a NEET UG 2026 qualified candidate aiming for a seat in Madhya Pradesh, this is your most important document for planning your choice-filling strategy. Here’s a complete breakdown of the seat matrix, category-wise distribution, and key counselling dates.
Overview: Total Seats in MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling
| Category | Institutes | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Government & Autonomous Medical/Dental Colleges | 21 | 3,133 |
| Private Medical Colleges | 14 | 3,000 |
| Private Dental Colleges | 12 | 1,120 |
| Grand Total | 47 | 7,253 |
💡 Key Insight: A total of 47 medical and dental colleges are participating in the MP state counselling for 2026-27.
Government & Autonomous Medical/Dental Colleges: 3,133 Seats
A total of 21 Government and Autonomous Medical & Dental Colleges in Madhya Pradesh are offering 3,133 seats for the 2026-27 academic session.
Quota-wise Distribution:
| Quota | Seats |
|---|---|
| All India Quota (AIQ) | 468 |
| GOI / Insured Person Quota | 47 |
| State Quota | 2,618 |
| Total | 3,133 |
State Quota – Special Reservation Categories:
Within the State Quota of 2,618 seats, the following reservations apply:
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| PwD | 131 |
| Sainik / Ex-Servicemen | 79 |
| Freedom Fighter | 79 |
| Government School Students (GS) | 131 |
| Open (All Categories) | 2,198 |
Top Seat-Holding Government Colleges:
| College | Location | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhi Medical College | Bhopal | 250 |
| Gajraraja Medical College | Gwalior | 250 |
| Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College | Indore | 250 |
| Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College | Jabalpur | 250 |
These four premier institutions collectively offer 1,000 MBBS seats.
State Quota Open Seat Distribution (2,198 seats):
| Category | Percentage | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 40% | 879 |
| ST | 20% | 439 |
| SC | 16% | 352 |
| OBC | 14% | 308 |
| EWS | 10% | 220 |
Private Medical Colleges: 3,000 Seats Across 14 Institutes
Fourteen private medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh are offering a combined 3,000 MBBS seats.
Quota-wise Distribution:
| Quota | Seats |
|---|---|
| NRI Quota (15%) | 456 |
| State Level Combined Counselling | 2,544 |
Category-wise Break-up of 2,544 Seats:
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 1,272 |
| ST | 509 |
| SC | 407 |
| OBC | 356 |
| PwD | 127 |
| Government School (GS) Quota | 127 |
Major Private Medical Colleges (250 seats each):
| College | Location |
|---|---|
| People’s College of Medical Sciences | Bhopal |
| LN Medical College | Bhopal |
| Chirayu Medical College | Bhopal |
| Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences | Indore |
| Index Medical College | Indore |
Private Dental Colleges: 1,120 Seats Across 12 Institutes
Twelve private dental colleges are offering 1,120 BDS seats.
Quota-wise Distribution:
| Quota | Seats |
|---|---|
| NRI Quota (15%) | 168 |
| State Level Combined Counselling | 952 |
Category-wise Break-up of 952 Seats:
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 476 |
| ST | 191 |
| SC | 152 |
| OBC | 133 |
| PwD | 48 |
| GS Quota | 48 |
Notable Private Dental Colleges:
| College | Location |
|---|---|
| People’s Dental Academy | Bhopal |
| Mansarovar Dental College | Bhopal |
| Index Institute of Dental Science | Indore |
| Maharana Pratap College of Dentistry | Gwalior |
What This Means for Candidates
NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates applying for MP counselling can now refer to this detailed seat matrix to plan their choice-filling strategy for Round 1.
| Factor | What to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|
| Category-wise Availability | Check your category’s seat count carefully – 879 for UR, 439 for ST, 352 for SC, 308 for OBC, and 220 for EWS in government colleges |
| Quota Type | Decide between Government, Private, and NRI quotas based on your rank and budget |
| College Preferences | Top government colleges (Gandhi Medical College, Gajraraja, MGM, NSCB) offer 250 seats each – plan your choices accordingly |
| NRI Provisions | 456 NRI seats in private medical colleges and 168 in private dental colleges |
| Special Categories | If you belong to PwD, Sainik, Freedom Fighter, or Government School categories, check your reserved seats |
Official Website
All updates, the complete seat matrix PDF, and counselling-related notifications will be published on the official DME Madhya Pradesh portal:
Disclaimer: The information provided above is compiled from the official seat matrix released by the Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh, on August 11, 2026. All data, including seat numbers and category-wise distribution, is subject to verification from the official DME portal – dme.mponline.gov.in. Candidates are advised to refer to official notifications for the most accurate and updated details.