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NEET Strategy: Odisha
Complete macro analysis, AIQ cutoffs, and participating institutions for this region.
Total Institutions
21
Actively counseling (MBBS & BDS)
The Apex Cutoff
Rank 60
(AIIMS, Bhubaneswar)
Toughest entry in state (2025)
Govt. MBBS Baseline
Rank 27,313
Most relaxed Govt seat (2025)
Deemed / Private Hubs
3 Options
Independent fee structures
Strategic Intelligence
The Institutional Density Advantage
Certain states act as massive medical hubs due to a high concentration of participating institutions. States with aggressive recent medical college expansions often present the best opportunities during Round 3 and Stray Vacancy, as newly added peripheral campuses typically close at more relaxed ranks.
AIIMS Institutions
Note: The Latest Year Rank Range strictly reflects Open Allocation (OPEN / AIQ) seats, excluding internal and special PwD quotas.
| Medical College | Institution Type | Latest Year Rank Range | Quotas | Special Categories | Stray History | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS, Bhubaneswar | AIIMS | 60 - 785 | AIQ OPEN | N/A | No | View |
Government Medical Colleges (GMC)
Note: The Latest Year Rank Range strictly reflects the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) / OPEN seats, excluding internal state domiciles and special quotas.
| Medical College | Institution Type | Latest Year Rank Range | Quotas | Special Categories | Stray History | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.C.B. Medical College, Cuttack | State Govt | 990 - 7,227 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023) | View |
| Maharaja Krishna Chandra Gajapati Medical College, Brahmapur | State Govt | 1,975 - 12,593 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) | View |
| V.S.S. Medical College, Burla | State Govt | 5,596 - 26,533 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023, 2024, 2025) | View |
| Sri Jagannath Medical College & Hospital, Puri | State Govt | 7,158 - 16,666 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023, 2024, 2025) | View |
| Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital, Balangir | State Govt | 7,305 - 21,331 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2022, 2023, 2024) | View |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Jajpur | State Govt | 7,401 - 27,113 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2024, 2025) | View |
| Saheed Laxman Nayak Medical College and Hospital, Koraput | State Govt | 9,193 - 24,372 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023, 2024) | View |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Balasore | State Govt | 9,303 - 18,325 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023, 2024, 2025) | View |
| Pt. Raghunath Murmu Medical College, Baripada | State Govt | 10,138 - 27,293 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023, 2025) | View |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Keonjhar | State Govt | 13,669 - 23,605 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2025) | View |
| Government Medical College, Sundargarh | State Govt | 13,867 - 27,313 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2024, 2025) | View |
| Saheed Rendo Majhi Medical College & Hospital, Bhawanipatna | State Govt | 15,607 - 25,048 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2023, 2024) | View |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Phulbani | State Govt | 23,064 - 25,486 | AIQ | N/A | No | View |
| Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Medical College and Hospital, Talcher | State Govt | 23,904 - 24,812 | AIQ | N/A | No | View |
Deemed & Private Medical Universities (MBBS)
Note: The Latest Year Rank Range strictly reflects standard Management (MNG) quota seats. NRI and special internal quotas are excluded.
| Medical College | Institution Type | Latest Year Rank Range | Quotas | Special Categories | Stray History | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar | Deemed | 30,187 - 398,720 | MNG NRI | NRI | Yes (2023, 2024, 2025) | View |
| Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar | Deemed | 45,531 - 202,084 | MNG NRI | NRI | Yes (2023, 2025) | View |
| Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital, Campus II, Bhubaneswar | Deemed | 55,623 - 175,143 | MNG NRI | NRI | No | View |
Participating Dental Colleges (BDS)
Note: The Latest Year Rank Range strictly reflects standard AIQ, OPEN, and Management (MNG) quotas, excluding NRI and internal state domiciles.
| Medical College | Institution Type | Latest Year Rank Range | Quotas | Special Categories | Stray History | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.C.B. Dental College and Hospital, Cuttack | State Govt | 16,799 - 61,279 | AIQ | N/A | Yes (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) | View |
| Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar | Deemed | 124,027 - 774,006 | MNG | N/A | Yes (2023) | View |
| Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar | Deemed | 160,338 - 875,884 | MNG | N/A | Yes (2023, 2025) | View |
State FAQ
Do I need a local domicile to get a government medical seat in this state?
No. 15% of all Government MBBS and BDS seats in this state are strictly reserved for the All India Quota (AIQ). Any student from any state can secure these seats based purely on their NEET All India Rank.
Are the cutoffs shown here for State Quota or All India Quota?
The rank ranges displayed on this platform strictly represent the open All India Quota (AIQ) and standard Management quotas. Internal state domicile cutoffs are usually lower than the AIQ cutoffs.
What should I know before moving to a different state for MBBS?
You must verify the state's Rural Service Bond policy before choice locking. Many states require graduates to serve in rural clinics for 1 to 5 years after completing their degree, with heavy financial penalties for breaking the bond.