King George's Medical University

Latest Admission Updates (2026)

King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow conducts admission strictly through national entrance exams - NEET UG for MBBS and BDS, NEET PG for MD/MS, NEET MDS for MDS, NEET SS for DM/MCh, and a separate university entrance test for B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing. Below is a dated snapshot of the most important admission events as of June 2026, with the single most urgent deadline placed first.

• Re-NEET UG 2026 exam - 21 June 2026 (2:00 PM to 5:15 PM): The original NEET UG 2026 paper scheduled for 3 May 2026 was cancelled by the NTA over paper-leak allegations; the re-exam is confirmed for 21 June 2026. This is the gateway exam for KGMU MBBS (250 seats) and BDS (70 seats).
• NEET UG 2026 admit card (re-exam) - released by 14 June 2026: Candidates who already registered do not need to re-apply for the re-exam.
• NEET UG 2026 provisional answer key - expected by 24 June 2026.
• NEET UG 2026 result - expected late July 2026 (3rd to 4th week).
• KGMU B.Sc Nursing / M.Sc Nursing entrance - 6 June 2026 (already conducted); registration window closed 20 May 2026.
• NEET MDS 2026 (for KGMU MDS) - exam held 2 May 2026; result declared 2 June 2026.
• NEET PG 2026 (for KGMU MD/MS) - exam scheduled 30 August 2026; application window was 17 April 2026 to 7 May 2026.
• UP NEET UG counselling 2026 (85% state quota via DGME UP, upneet.gov.in) - expected to begin July-August 2026.
• MCC All India Quota counselling (15% seats, mcc.nic.in) - Round 1 expected to start around 21 July 2026 once the NEET UG result is out.

The most time-critical action right now is appearing for the Re-NEET UG on 21 June 2026, since every MBBS and BDS seat at KGMU flows from that single score. Bookmark mcc.nic.in for the 15% All India Quota seats and upneet.gov.in for the 85% Uttar Pradesh state quota seats, because KGMU does not run its own MBBS/BDS counselling - it admits only through these two committees.

King George's Medical University Admission 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility at KGMU is programme-specific and almost entirely tied to a valid national entrance score. The table below maps each major KGMU programme to its qualifying education, the minimum marks required, and the exam the university accepts. This answers the most common question aspirants ask - "Am I even eligible to apply to KGMU?" - before they spend money on forms. Read it row by row: the "Accepted Entrance Exam" column tells you which test result KGMU will demand at counselling, and the "Qualifying Marks" column shows the relaxed cut for reserved categories.

The key takeaway is that at KGMU there is no management or NRI quota shortcut for MBBS/BDS - a NEET rank is non-negotiable, and the 50% PCB floor (45% for SC/ST) must be met alongside it. For MD/MS aspirants, completing the compulsory rotatory internship on time is essential, since NBEMS required internship completion by 30 September 2026 for NEET PG 2026 eligibility. Nursing candidates should note KGMU's own entrance test rather than NEET, so the application calendar for nursing runs earlier and separately.

Course-Wise Admission Status

This section tracks where each KGMU programme stands in the 2026 admission cycle - whether its application window is open, how many seats exist, and the route to entry. It directly answers "Can I still apply to KGMU for my course right now?" as of June 2026. The "Mode" column clarifies whether admission is via centralised counselling (MCC/DGME UP) or a direct university process. Seat numbers are the approved intake and determine how steep the competition will be.

For 2026, the live action for most aspirants is MBBS and BDS, where a combined 320 seats (250 MBBS + 70 BDS) will be filled once NEET UG results arrive in late July 2026. Nursing aspirants have already passed their window for this year, so plan for the 2027 cycle. PG and super-speciality candidates should align with the NBEMS calendar - NEET PG on 30 August 2026 and NEET SS later in 2026 - and watch for KGMU's specialty-wise seat matrix released at counselling time.

Application Fees

It is important to separate two distinct payments. The application/exam fee is paid to the conducting body (NTA for NEET UG, NBEMS for NEET PG/MDS/SS), not to KGMU. The tuition/programme fee is paid to KGMU only after a seat is allotted. The table below lists the NEET UG 2026 application fee for each category on its own row, because reserved-category fees genuinely differ from General. These fees were unchanged from 2025 to 2026 for the NEET UG cycle.

For perspective on the actual cost of studying at KGMU, the institute tuition is far higher than the exam fee: the total MBBS programme fee is Rs 1,23,000 and BDS is Rs 1,36,000, while MD, MS and MDS tuition stands at Rs 99,700 each (database verified, 2026). Candidates writing NEET UG from centres outside India pay a flat Rs 9,500 regardless of category. Note that the NTA fee is non-refundable, so verify your category and centre choice before paying. Always budget separately for the KGMU tuition and hostel charges, which fall due at document verification and admission.

Entrance Exam Requirements

KGMU accepts only national-level entrance results, with no institution-specific test for medical/dental programmes. This table lists which exam unlocks which KGMU programme, the confirmed 2026 exam date, and the score or rank band that has historically been competitive at this university. It answers "Which exam do I need and how well must I score for KGMU specifically?" Treat the qualifying-score column as the realistic target to land a KGMU seat, not merely the national qualifying line.

The practical message: for an MBBS seat at KGMU you should aim for a NEET UG score around 596 and above, since the 2025 General cutoff settled near that mark. BDS is markedly more accessible, with the 2024 General closing rank reaching about 25,956. PG aspirants targeting MD branches should aim for a General rank under ~6,000, while MDS at KGMU is fiercely competitive with a 2024 General closing rank of just 388. Confirm exact 2026 dates on nta.nic.in (NEET UG) and natboard.edu.in (PG/MDS/SS) before relying on them.

Cutoff Analysis (2024-2026)

Cutoffs at KGMU are expressed as NEET closing ranks by category, and they tighten every year as the university's reputation grows. The table below presents the 2024 closing ranks from our verified database alongside the 2025 General score band and the 2026 outlook. This answers "What rank do I need to get into KGMU?" with real numbers rather than vague reassurance. Lower ranks mean tougher competition; reserved categories close at higher (less competitive) ranks, as the data shows.

The clear trend is that KGMU's MBBS General cutoff has hardened, with the 2024 closing ranks spanning roughly 1,352 to 3,484 and the 2025 General score settling around 596 marks (AIR band 1,628-2,588). Because the Re-NEET 2026 is being taken by the same large applicant pool, ranks are expected to remain tight or tighten further in 2026. MDS stands out as exceptionally selective with a 2024 General closing rank of 388, while reserved categories and BDS offer comparatively wider entry windows. Aspirants should target a buffer well below these closing ranks rather than matching them exactly, since seat movement varies across counselling rounds.

Counselling Process

KGMU does not conduct its own MBBS/BDS counselling - admission is centralised. The 15% All India Quota seats are filled by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at mcc.nic.in, and the 85% Uttar Pradesh state quota seats are filled by the Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME UP) at upneet.gov.in. Follow these steps:

1. Qualify NEET UG 2026 (Re-NEET on 21 June 2026) and wait for the result, expected late July 2026.
2. Register on the relevant portal - mcc.nic.in for AIQ or upneet.gov.in for UP state quota - when registration opens (expected July-August 2026).
3. Pay the counselling registration and security fee as specified by MCC or DGME UP.
4. Fill and lock choices, listing King George's Medical University, Lucknow among your preferred colleges and courses.
5. Seat allotment is published round-wise (Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up, Stray Vacancy for state quota).
6. Report to KGMU for document verification with originals once a seat is allotted.
7. Pay the KGMU tuition fee (Rs 1,23,000 for MBBS, Rs 1,36,000 for BDS) and complete admission to confirm the seat.

For PG (MD/MS), MDS and super-speciality (DM/MCh), the flow mirrors this through MCC and the UP state PG counselling, using the NEET PG, NEET MDS and NEET SS scores respectively. Nursing admission is handled directly by KGMU through its own entrance test and merit list.

Important Dates (2026)

This master calendar consolidates every canonical NEET UG 2026 admission milestone relevant to a KGMU MBBS/BDS aspirant, from application start through document verification. It answers the high-intent query "What are all the KGMU admission 2026 dates I must not miss?" in one place. The "Status" column shows whether the event is completed, confirmed, or yet to be announced as of June 2026. Where the NTA or counselling bodies have not yet published a date, the event is listed with "to be announced" rather than omitted.

The dates already completed (application, correction window) mean the only active task for fresh aspirants is appearing in the Re-NEET on 21 June 2026. After the result in late July 2026, registration on mcc.nic.in and upneet.gov.in becomes the next critical step. Because counselling and allotment dates are still to be announced, set alerts on the official portals so you do not miss the short choice-filling windows, which often run only a few days each.