NEET PG 2026 : Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria is an important consideration for candidates seeking admission to MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB courses through Karnataka PG medical counselling. Candidates must fulfill specific eligibility requirements related to NEET PG qualification, MBBS degree recognition, compulsory rotatory internship completion, and medical registration before participating in the counselling process. Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria varies for government quota seats, private medical college seats, and other categories offered through the counselling process conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Understanding these eligibility conditions is essential for securing admission and avoiding issues during document verification and seat allotment. This guide explains the complete Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria, admission rules, and eligibility requirements applicable to various categories of PG medical seats in Karnataka.

Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Karnataka NEET PG counselling includes multiple quotas like Government, Private, NRI, and Institutional (Q), each with different eligibility and seat distribution. Understanding these quotas is crucial for choosing the right options and maximizing admission chances.

Quota Seats / Institutes Eligibility
Karnataka Govt Quota • 50% Govt Colleges
• 33% Non-minority Private
• 20% Minority Private
• 40% Private Universities
• 5–10% Deemed Universities
• MBBS from Karnataka
• OR studied 10 yrs in Karnataka
• Passed Class 10th & 12th from Karnataka
• Clause-wise eligibility applicable
Karnataka NRI Quota • 15% Private Minority & Non-minority Colleges
• Private Universities
• NRI / NRI Wards / PIO / OCI
• Foreign Nationals
Other Seats (Institutional Quota) • 10% Private Minority & Non-minority Colleges
• 5% Private Universities
• All India candidates
• Except NRI / PIO / OCI / Foreign Nationals
Karnataka DNB Inservice Seats • 20% Government Seats • Inservice candidates under Karnataka govt rules
Karnataka Private Seats Open Quota • 21% Private Minority
• 9.35% Non-minority Colleges
• 20% Private Universities
• All candidates across India
Karnataka Private Seats GMP Quota • 21% Private Minority Colleges
• 9.35% Non-minority Colleges
• 20% Private Universities
• Karnataka domicile
• Studied Class 1–12 OR
• Passed Class 10th/12th in Karnataka
Karnataka Private Seats (Linguistic Minority) • 36.3% Private Minority Colleges • Kannada / Tulu / Kodava speakers
• Studied 10 yrs OR
• Passed Class 10th/12th in Karnataka
Karnataka Private Seats (Religious Minority) • 36.3% Private Minority Colleges • All India candidates
• Preference to respective minority candidates

Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Clause wise Eligibility

Karnataka NEET PG counselling follows a clause-based eligibility system, where candidates are categorized under different clauses (Clause A to Clause Z) based on their domicile status, place of education, and parental background. These clauses play a crucial role in determining eligibility for various quotas, especially Government quota seats.

Understanding these clauses is essential, as eligibility under specific clauses can significantly impact seat availability, fee structure, and overall admission chances. Candidates must carefully identify the clause they fall under before proceeding with registration and choice filling in Karnataka counselling.

Clause Eligibility
Clause a • Indian Citizen & MBBS from Karnataka
Clause b • MBBS from Karnataka & studied 10 years from Class 1st to 12th & passed Class 10th or 12th from Karnataka
Clause c • MBBS outside Karnataka & studied 10 years from Class 1st to 12th & passed Class 10th or 12th from Karnataka
Clause d • Candidates whose parents are Karnataka cadre All India Service officers serving outside the state can count those years toward required 10 years of study
Clause e • Candidates whose parents are employees of Union Govt, Karnataka State Govt, or their undertakings
  (a) Declared Karnataka hometown upon joining service
  (b) Studied in Karnataka for at least 10 years
  (c) Eligible for all-India transfers (with qualifying exam passed in India)
Clause f • Candidates whose parents were Members of Parliament elected from Karnataka can count MP tenure period toward study years
Clause g • Candidates whose parents are serving or retired defence personnel from Karnataka with declared hometown are eligible (if qualifying exam passed in India)
Clause y • Indian Citizen & MBBS outside Karnataka
Clause z • OCI / PIO / NRI / Foreign Nationals

Karnataka Medical College Wise Cut-off/Fees/Bond/Stipend etc.

In this section, the candidates will see the Karnataka Medical College Wise Cut-off/Fees/Bond/Stipend, mentioned below with their respective links. The candidates can go through the details mentioned about the colleges in the links, which help them in gaining the information for the colleges they want to be in:

College TypeInstituteLink
Government CollegeBangalore Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Government CollegeBelagavi Institute of Medical Sciences, BelagaviClick Here
Government CollegeGadag Institute of Medical Sciences, MallasamudraClick Here
Government CollegeESIC Medical College, GulbargaClick Here
Government CollegeESIC Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Government CollegeChamrajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, ChamrajanagarClick Here
Government CollegeKarwar Institute of Medical Sciences, KarwarClick Here
Government CollegeHassan Institute of Medical Sciences, HassanClick Here
Government CollegeKarnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, HubballiClick Here
Government CollegeKidwai Institute of Oncology, BangaloreClick Here
Government CollegeGulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences, GulbargaClick Here
Government CollegeMandya Institute of Medical Sciences, MandyaClick Here
Government CollegeMysore Medical College, MysoreClick Here
Government CollegeRaichur Institute of Medical Sciences, RaichurClick Here
Government CollegeShimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, ShimogaClick Here
Government CollegeVijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences, BellaryClick Here
Government CollegeKodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, KodaguClick Here
Government CollegeKoppal Institute of Medical Sciences, KoppalClick Here
Private CollegeAJ Medical College, MangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeAdichunchanagiri Medical College, BellurClick Here
Private CollegeAkash Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeBGS Global Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeDr BR Ambedkar Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeEast Point Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeBasaveswara Medical College, ChitradurgaClick Here
Private CollegeAl Ameen Medical College, BijapurClick Here
Private CollegeFather Mullers Medical College, MangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeJJM Medical College, DavangereClick Here
Private CollegeKanachur Medical College, MangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeKBN Medical College, GulbargaClick Here
Private CollegeKIMS BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeKVG Medical College, SulliaClick Here
Private CollegeMRMC Medical College, GulbargaClick Here
Private CollegeMS Ramaiah Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeMVJ Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeNavodaya Medical College, RaichurClick Here
Private CollegeOxford Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeS. Nijalingappa Med College BagalkotClick Here
Private CollegeSapthagiri Medical College, BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeSDM Med College DharwadClick Here
Private CollegeShridevi Medical College, TumkurClick Here
Private CollegeSrinivas Medical College, MangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeSSIMS DavangereClick Here
Private CollegeSubbaiah Medical College, ShimogaClick Here
Private CollegeVydehi IMS BangaloreClick Here
Private CollegeSt. Johns Medical College, BangaloreClick Here

Important Links

We provide information about Karnataka Useful Resources, the State Counselling Process, Particular state seat matrix, Seat Allotment, Cutoff, and more. You can check the complete details below.

Particulars Link
Karnataka MD/MS Fee Check Now
Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Process Check Now
Karnataka MD/MS Cutoff Check Now
Karnataka Bond & Stipend Check Now
Karnataka Counselling Resources Check Now
Karnataka Document Required Check Now

Karnataka NEET PG Counselling – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who conducts Karnataka NEET PG counselling?

Karnataka NEET PG counselling is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for admission to MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB courses.

2. Is Karnataka NEET PG counselling open for all India candidates?

Yes, Karnataka is an open state, and many seats in private and deemed colleges are available to candidates from across India, depending on the quota.

3. What is the “Other (Q) quota” in Karnataka?

The Q quota consists of seats with fees similar to NRI quota but is open to all candidates, making it a key option for higher-rank aspirants.

4. What are the options available after Round 1 seat allotment?

Candidates must choose one of the options (like freeze, upgrade, etc.).
Failing to select any option may lead to seat cancellation and disqualification from further rounds.

5.Can I participate in Round 2 if I got a seat in Round 1?

Yes, if you selected Option 2 or Option 3 (upgrade options), you can participate in Round 2.
If you selected Option 1 (freeze), you cannot participate further.

Is fresh choice filling required in each round?

In Karnataka NEET PG counselling, previously entered options are usually carried forward to the next round. Only reorder their choices before the next round allotment.

👉 “Choosing the right quota and filling choices strategically is the key to securing a PG seat in Karnataka.”

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