NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026-27 Updated: 1,40,664 Seats Across 839 Medical Colleges

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has updated the MBBS seat matrix for the 2026-27 academic year, covering undergraduate medical seats across India while excluding Institutes of National Importance (INIs).

The latest matrix lists 1,40,664 MBBS seats across 839 medical colleges. The updated figures incorporate newly approved colleges and increases in the intake capacity of existing institutions.

The latest count is 450 seats higher than the previous matrix, which had 1,40,214 seats across 836 colleges. The revised data is particularly relevant for NEET UG 2026 counselling, as it reflects the approved undergraduate intake for the 2026-27 academic session.

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026-27: Key Figures

The updated matrix shows 1,27,028 renewed MBBS seats and 13,636 seats under increased intake. The total has been distributed between government and private medical colleges.

The government sector accounts for 64,121 seats, while private medical colleges account for 76,543 seats. The updated figures show that a substantial part of the increase has come from private institutions.

Note: The updated figures report 2,936 increased government-sector seats, rather than 2,935 stated in the supplied information.

New Medical Colleges and Increased MBBS Intake

The latest matrix incorporates permissions granted for the establishment of new MBBS colleges and increases in annual intake capacity at existing colleges by the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB), the NMC's appeal committee and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare's second appeal committee, where applicable.

The updated data includes 3,850 seats from 41 newly established medical colleges, comprising 850 seats in 13 government colleges and 3,000 seats in 28 private colleges.

NMC Warns Colleges Against Excess MBBS Admissions

The NMC has directed medical colleges to admit students only against the approved intake capacity shown in the seat matrix. Admissions beyond the sanctioned number may attract regulatory and penal action under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019 and applicable regulations.

The Commission has also asked colleges and other stakeholders to verify institutional details and report discrepancies in the published seat matrix. The matrix remains subject to revision if required based on decisions of competent authorities or appeal committees.

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026-27 and NEET UG Counselling

The updated NMC seat matrix is important for NEET UG 2026 counselling because it reflects the approved MBBS intake of medical colleges for the current academic year. Candidates can use the latest approved figures while examining college- and state-wise seat availability.

The NMC matrix covers undergraduate MBBS seats excluding INIs, so candidates should account separately for institutions classified as Institutes of National Importance when reviewing the broader national seat pool. The latest NMC notice is available through the Commission's What's New section.

What NEET UG 2026 Candidates Should Know

Candidates should rely on the latest NMC-approved seat matrix rather than earlier versions because seat figures may change as additional permissions and appeals are processed. The September 22 update itself supersedes the earlier September 10 matrix and reflects approvals and changes available as of September 18.

Students participating in NEET UG 2026 counselling should therefore check the latest college-wise and state-wise seat information before filling choices. They should also verify the counselling authority's current seat matrix and allotment instructions when the choice-filling process is underway.

The NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026-27 now stands at 1,40,664 seats across 839 colleges, excluding INIs. Candidates should continue to monitor NMC and the relevant counselling authorities for any further revisions before admission.