NEET PG Seats 2026: India Has 86,360 Medical Seats
India has 86,360 postgraduate medical seats for 2026-27, with Karnataka recording the highest number at 10,092. The Centre plans to add 5,000 more PG medical seats by 2028-29.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved 86,360 postgraduate medical seats across the country for the 2026-27 academic year. Karnataka has the highest number of postgraduate medical seats in the country, with 10,092 seats.
NEET PG 2026: State-Wise Highest PG Medical Seats
The total number of PG medical seats includes seats approved by the NMC and the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). The state-wise distribution of PG medical seats is as follows:
| State | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Karnataka | 10,092 |
| Maharashtra | 9,216 |
| Tamil Nadu | 8,023 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 7,437 |
| Telangana | 5,248 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 4,782 |
Centre Plans To Add 5,000 NEET PG Seats
The Centre has approved Phase III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at strengthening and upgrading existing state and central government medical colleges, standalone postgraduate institutes and government hospitals. Under the scheme, 5,000 additional postgraduate medical seats are targeted to be created between 2025-26 and 2028-29.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the total number of postgraduate medical seats in India for 2026-27?
A: The total number of postgraduate medical seats in India for 2026-27 is 86,360.
Q: Which state has the highest number of postgraduate medical seats in India?
A: Karnataka has the highest number of postgraduate medical seats in India, with 10,092 seats.
Q: What is the Centre's plan to increase the number of postgraduate medical seats?
A: The Centre plans to add 5,000 more PG medical seats by 2028-29 under Phase III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Q: What is the regulatory framework for postgraduate medical education in India?
A: The NMC has established a regulatory framework under the Post Graduate Medical Education Regulations (PGMER), 2023 and the Post Graduate Minimum Standards Requirement, 2024.
Q: Can medical colleges and institutions start new courses or add seats without meeting prescribed requirements?
A: No, medical colleges and institutions seeking to start new courses or add seats have to meet prescribed requirements, including those related to faculty, infrastructure and clinical facilities.
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