Reserved Category NEET Marks Needed for MBBS in Nepal vs India: A Comparative Blog (2025)

It can be difficult for the most of Indian reserved category students to get a MBBS seat in India because there's huge competition. Government colleges have stringent NEET cutoffs, but medical colleges in Nepal allow another route with a relaxed approach toward the examination. This blog aims to give NEET cut-off marks required for the reserved candidates in India and Nepal that could help applicants plan their preparation for MBBS 2025.

NEET Cutoff for Reserved Categories in India

The only entrance exam for the government and private medical colleges (except AIIMS &JIPMER) is NEET in India. TBoth SC ST OBC and EWS make relaxed criteria in percentile, but the competition is tough.

Typical Cut Off for Reserved Categories in India

Category

Approx. NEET Percentile

Estimated NEET Score 2025*

SC

40th percentile

~107–120

ST

40th percentile

~107–120

OBC

40th percentile

~107–120

EWS

45th percentile

~125–135

*Scores are as per number of questions in NEET and number of students that appeared.

Despite these relaxed cutoffs, the competition for top government colleges is fierce because of a small number of seats kept aside for these categories.

Difficulties for SC/ST students in India :

• Limited number of seats available in government colleges.
• High fees in private colleges.
• Have to fight higher-scoring candidates for private seats.

For further details about NEET eligibility you can refer MBBS in Nepal NEET requirements.

NEET Cutoff 2020 for Reserved Categories in Nepal

Similarly, Nepalese medical colleges like Nepalgunj Medical College Lumbini Medical College, Kathmandu Medical College have lower cut off for NEET. They, in the case of India - Western countries - require students to be NEET-qualified (more or less) rather than percentile-specific.

Key Points:

1. No Cutoff In Percentile: There is no strict percentage cutoff there, most of the private medical colleges in Nepal accept students with passing marks in NEET.
2. Reservation for Reserved Category: Indian reserved category students do not have a specific quota in Nepal, however the reduced demand and less cut-offs (percentage) indirectly make it easier to get selected.
3. Cheap and Recognized Degree: Tuition fee typically from USD 40,000-60,000 with degrees recognized by NMC India and Nepal Medical Council and WHO.

So final conclusion is u will get all detailed information and list of college for mbbs in nepal at MBBS in Nepal College Directory.

Comparative Analysis: India vs Nepal

Factor

India (Reserved Category)

Nepal (All Students)

NEET Cutoff

40th–45th percentile

NEETs pass (50 % even all too often)

Competition

Very high

Moderate

Seat Availability

Limited in government colleges

Higher in private colleges

Tuition Fees

Govt: Low, Private: High

Moderate (USD 40k–60k)

Recognition

NMC India

NMC India, WHO, WDOMS

FMGE/NExT

Only mandatory for state practice exceptions

Required for India licensing

Takeaway: Dalit and other reserved category students in India are struggling to find their space amid the tough competition, while Nepalese colleges offer easy options without compromising on recognition.

Top Nepalese Colleges for Reserved Category Candidates

Indian students who have not been able to score well in NEET may consider these NMC-recognized colleges:

1. Nepalgunj Medical College – Kohalpur 5½ years (MBBS).
2. Lumbini Medical College – Palpa, very cheap fees and 100% English.
3. Kathmandu Medical College – Kathmandu, excellent clinical experience.
4. Manipal College of Medical Sciences– Pokhara, nice infrastructure + Teaching hospital.

These colleges help students from the reserve category with less NEET score to study MBBS abroad safe and secure by having the qualification to practice in India after completion of their education.

Conclusion

For NEET qualified reserved category students,MBBS from Nepal is a reliable and reputed option in 2025 on budget. India has stringent cutoffs and neck-to-neck competition but Nepalese colleges take in students who are NEET qualified, thus loffing;

• Affordable tuition and living costs.
• English-medium curriculum.
• Worldwide acceptance for studies or practice.

Key Points – Apply early, check for college recognition & prepare for FMGE/NExT to practice in India

For guidance regarding Nepalese medical colleges and information in NEET eligibility, reference MBBS in Nepal official page.