NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026–27 Released; Jammu & Kashmir Gets 1,675 MBBS Seats
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially released the MBBS Seat Matrix for the Academic Year 2026–27, confirming the approved undergraduate (MBBS) seats for medical colleges across India. The latest seat matrix reveals that Jammu & Kashmir has a total of 1,675 MBBS seats (excluding Institutes of National Importance such as AIIMS) for the upcoming admission session.
The notification is significant for NEET UG 2026 aspirants as all admissions during the counselling process will be conducted strictly according to the approved seat matrix issued by the Commission.
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Overview
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed all medical colleges across the country to admit students only against the number of seats approved for the Academic Year 2026–27.
According to the Commission, the seat matrix has been prepared based on approvals granted by the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB). However, the approved seat matrix may be revised if any changes are made by the Appeal Committee or another competent authority.
Who is affected?
- NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates
- Medical colleges in Jammu & Kashmir
- Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
- State counselling authorities
- Students seeking MBBS admission in Government and Private Medical Colleges
Why this matters
The approved seat matrix determines the exact number of MBBS seats available during NEET UG counselling. No medical college is permitted to admit students beyond its sanctioned intake.
Important Numbers
- Academic Session: 2026–27
- Government MBBS Seats in J&K: 1,525
- Private MBBS Seats in J&K: 150
- Total MBBS Seats: 1,675
- Seats Renewed: 1,575
- Seats Increased: 100
College-wise MBBS Seat Distribution in Jammu & Kashmir
According to the NMC MBBS Seat Matrix for AY 2026–27, the approved MBBS seats are:
Government Medical Colleges
- Government Medical College, Srinagar — 250 seats
- Government Medical College, Jammu — 250 seats
- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar — 125 seats
- Government Medical College, Anantnag — 150 seats
- Government Medical College, Baramulla — 150 seats
- Government Medical College, Kathua — 150 seats
- Government Medical College, Doda — 150 seats
- Government Medical College, Handwara — 100 seats
- Government Medical College, Udhampur — 100 seats
- Government Medical College, Rajouri — 100 seats
Private Medical College
- Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences (ASCOMS), Jammu — 150 seats
Total MBBS Seats in Jammu & Kashmir: 1,675
Key Details from the Official Communication
The National Medical Commission has instructed all medical colleges and counselling authorities to strictly follow the approved intake capacity.
Key highlights include:
- Admissions must be made only against approved MBBS seats.
- Medical colleges cannot exceed the sanctioned intake.
- The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and State Counselling Authorities must follow the revised seat matrix.
- The published seat matrix may be revised if required following decisions of the Appeal Committee or another competent authority.
- The directions are intended to maintain transparency and uniformity in the admission process.
Detailed Breakdown
The MBBS Seat Matrix serves as the official record of approved seats available for admissions during the 2026–27 academic session.
The latest figures show that Jammu & Kashmir now has 1,675 MBBS seats, including 1,525 Government seats and 150 Private seats.
These approved seats will be used by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and the respective State Counselling Authority while conducting NEET UG counselling.
Any changes approved by the National Medical Commission in the future will be reflected through revised notifications.
Important Instructions
- Admissions will be permitted only against approved seats.
- Medical colleges must strictly follow the sanctioned intake.
- Candidates should verify seat availability during counselling.
- Follow only official counselling notifications released by MCC and the concerned authorities.
- Keep all admission documents ready before counselling begins.
Official Notification
Students can refer to the official NMC MBBS Seat Matrix for Academic Year 2026–27 released by the National Medical Commission for complete details regarding approved MBBS seats across India.
What Happens Next?
Following the release of the MBBS seat matrix:
- NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule will be announced.
- MCC will publish counselling notifications.
- Choice filling and seat allotment will be conducted.
- Admission will take place according to the approved seat matrix.
- Colleges will admit candidates strictly within the sanctioned intake.
Student Advice
If you are preparing for NEET UG 2026, you should:
- Check the updated MBBS seat matrix carefully.
- Note the seat availability in your preferred colleges.
- Follow official MCC and State counselling updates regularly.
- Keep all required documents ready for counselling.
- Do not rely on unofficial seat information circulating on social media.
FAQs
Q1. How many MBBS seats are available in Jammu & Kashmir for 2026–27?
A: Jammu & Kashmir has 1,675 MBBS seats (excluding AIIMS/INIs).
Q2. How many Government MBBS seats are available?
A: There are 1,525 Government MBBS seats in Jammu & Kashmir.
Q3. How many Private MBBS seats are available?
A: There are 150 Private MBBS seats at ASCOMS, Jammu.
Q4. Which authority released the MBBS Seat Matrix?
A: The National Medical Commission (NMC) released the MBBS Seat Matrix for Academic Year 2026–27.
Q5. Can medical colleges admit students beyond the approved seats?
A: No. NMC has clearly directed that admissions must be made only against the approved intake capacity.
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