Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026: MBBS Government Colleges Seat Matrix vs Fees; Check College-Wise Seats

The Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 government MBBS seat matrix and fee details are available for candidates seeking medical admission in the state. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts counselling for the applicable 85% state quota seats, and candidates can compare government medical colleges on the basis of General-category seats, total seats and annual MBBS fees.

According to the published 2026 matrix, most listed Karnataka government medical colleges have an annual MBBS fee of Rs 64,350. Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute has 75 General-category seats and 213 total seats, while Mysore Medical College has 71 General seats and 212 total seats.

Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026: Highlights

KEA conducts Karnataka state counselling for 85% state quota seats, while the 2026 government-college matrix provides the number of General seats and annual fees.

Karnataka MBBS Government College Seat Matrix and Fees 2026

Candidates can compare the major government colleges below.

These figures are from the 2026 government MBBS seat-and-fee matrix reported by Careers360. The "total seats" column represents seats across categories in the published matrix and should not be interpreted as General-category availability.

Karnataka Government MBBS Fees 2026

One of the biggest advantages of government medical colleges in Karnataka is the comparatively affordable tuition fee.

For most government colleges included in the published matrix, the MBBS fee is Rs 64,350 per year.

The notable exceptions in the published list are:

Candidates should therefore check the fee attached to their specific institution and seat before confirming admission.

Bangalore Medical College MBBS Seats and Fees 2026

Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute is among the major government MBBS options available through Karnataka counselling.

For 2026, the published matrix lists:

• General-category seats: 75
• Total seats in matrix: 213
• Annual MBBS fee: Rs 64,350

The college has the highest General-seat figure among the institutions listed in the matrix.

However, seat count alone should not be used to estimate admission chances. Candidate demand and closing ranks are equally important.

Mysore Medical College MBBS Seats and Fees

Mysore Medical College and Research Institute is another major government medical option.

The 2026 matrix lists:

• General seats: 71
• Total seats: 212
• Annual fee: Rs 64,350

Candidates targeting Mysore Medical College should compare their NEET rank with the applicable category-wise counselling cutoff.

Karnataka Medical College Hubballi Seats and Fees

Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute, Hubballi, also has:

• 71 General seats
• 212 total seats
• Rs 64,350 annual MBBS fee

This puts its published General-seat availability alongside Mysore Medical College.

Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences MBBS Fees

For Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, the matrix lists:

General Seats: 57
Total Seats: 170
Annual MBBS Fee: Rs 64,350

Candidates should still check category-specific availability before adding the institution to their preference list.

Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences MBBS Fees

Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences has 56 General seats and 170 total seats in the published matrix.

The annual MBBS fee is Rs 64,350.

Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences MBBS Fees

The 2026 seat matrix lists:

General Seats: 55
Total Seats: 170
Annual Fee: Rs 64,350

Candidates should compare these seats against the latest round-wise cutoff while preparing their options.

Karnataka Government MBBS General Seats 2026

An important point for candidates is that the General seats shown in the matrix are not a single undivided pool.

According to the published details, General-category seats are represented by G and are separate from Rural and Kannada Medium seats.

They are further distributed across reservation classifications including GM, C-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, ST, SCA, SCB and SCC. The matrix also separately identifies RK (Rest of Karnataka) and HK (Kalyana Karnataka) seats.

Candidates should therefore check the exact seat code for which they are eligible.

General Seats vs Total MBBS Seats

The difference between General seats and total seats is particularly important.

For example:

A candidate should not assume all 213 seats at Bangalore Medical College are available under the General category.

The published matrix lists only 75 under the General grouping.

Which Karnataka Government Medical College Has the Most General Seats?

Among the institutions in the published government-college matrix, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute has 75 General seats.

It is followed by:

Mysore Medical College – 71 seats
Karnataka Medical College, Hubballi – 71 seats
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences – 57 seats
Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical College – 57 seats
Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences – 56 seats
Karwar Institute of Medical Sciences – 56 seats

These figures refer specifically to the General grouping in the published 2026 matrix.

Karnataka Government MBBS Seats vs Fees: What Candidates Should Compare

Since most listed government colleges charge the same annual fee of Rs 64,350, fee alone may not be sufficient to decide preference order.

Candidates should compare:

• General/category-specific seat availability
• Previous closing rank
• 2026 mock allotment trends
• College location
• Clinical exposure
• Attached hospital
• Hostel availability
• Personal preference
• Distance from home
• Applicable reservation
• Kalyana Karnataka eligibility

For many students, the cutoff and preference order will matter more than minor differences in fees.

Karnataka NEET 2026 Round 1 Mock Allotment

The Karnataka NEET UG 2026 Round 1 mock seat allotment has already been released.

KEA is allowing candidates to use the mock allotment to evaluate their options before the actual first-round allotment. The Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for August 20, 2026 according to the latest counselling information.

Mock allotment should not be confused with final seat allocation.

What Is Karnataka NEET Mock Allotment?

The mock allotment provides candidates with an indication of the seat they could receive based on their:

NEET Merit + Category + Current Option Order + Available Seats

Candidates can use the result to reconsider their college preferences.

A mock seat does not guarantee that the same institution will be allotted in the actual round.

Karnataka NEET Choice Filling 2026

Candidates should compare the government seat matrix before finalising their options.

A useful approach is:

Top Preference Colleges → Competitive Choices → Rank-Compatible Choices → Safer Choices

Candidates should arrange these in their actual order of preference.

The system considers the highest available preference for which the candidate is eligible according to the applicable allotment rules.

Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026 Process

The counselling process broadly includes:

Registration → Verification/Eligibility → Seat Matrix → Option Entry → Mock Allotment → Option Editing → Round 1 Allotment → Fee Payment → Admission Order → College Reporting

Candidates should follow KEA's current instructions for each stage because deadlines and permitted actions can vary between rounds.

Karnataka Government MBBS Seat Allotment 2026

Actual seat allotment depends on several factors:

• NEET UG 2026 merit
• Candidate category
• Eligibility
• Reservation
• Submitted preferences
• Seat matrix
• Kalyana Karnataka status, where applicable
• Rural/Kannada Medium eligibility, where applicable
• Availability at the time of allotment

Having a NEET score above the qualifying cutoff does not guarantee a government MBBS seat.

Karnataka Government MBBS Fees vs ESIC Fees

The published matrix reveals a clear fee difference between most state government institutions and the two listed ESIC medical colleges.

Most Government Colleges: Rs 64,350/year

ESIC Medical College Bangalore: Rs 1,09,350/year

ESIC Medical College Gulbarga: Rs 1,09,350/year

This is a difference of Rs 45,000 per year based on the listed annual fees.

Candidates should therefore consider both the seat opportunity and financial implications before arranging their options.

Karnataka NEET Counselling Documents 2026

Candidates should keep applicable documents ready for the admission process, such as:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card
• NEET UG 2026 scorecard
• KEA application documents
• Class 10 marksheet/certificate
• Class 12 marksheet
• Class 12 passing certificate
• Study certificates
• Identity proof
• Category certificate, where applicable
• Income certificate, where applicable
• Rural quota certificate, where applicable
• Kannada Medium certificate, where applicable
• Kalyana Karnataka certificate, where applicable
• Other eligibility documents prescribed by KEA

Candidates should follow the official KEA checklist for their specific candidature type.

Karnataka Government MBBS Fee: Is Rs 64,350 the Total Cost?

No. The Rs 64,350 figure is the annual MBBS fee listed in the published matrix for most government colleges.

Candidates may also need to budget for other applicable costs, such as hostel, mess, university charges and personal expenses.

Students should therefore check the allotted institution's complete payable fee before reporting.

How to Choose a Karnataka Government Medical College

A good college preference list should not be based only on which institution has the most seats.

Candidates should compare:

A college with fewer seats can still be the right first preference if the candidate genuinely prefers it.

Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026: Key Points

• KEA conducts Karnataka NEET counselling for applicable 85% state quota seats.
• The 2026 government MBBS seat matrix and fees have been published.
• Bangalore Medical College has 75 General seats and 213 total seats.
• Mysore Medical College has 71 General seats and 212 total seats.
• Karnataka Medical College, Hubballi also has 71 General seats and 212 total seats.
• Most listed state government medical colleges charge Rs 64,350 per year.
• ESIC Medical Colleges in Bangalore and Gulbarga are listed at Rs 1,09,350 per year.
• General seats are separate from Rural and Kannada Medium categories.
• General seats are further distributed across reservation categories.
• RK and HK seats are separately identified in the matrix.
• The Round 1 mock allotment has been released.
• The Round 1 actual seat allotment is scheduled for August 20, 2026.
• Candidates should compare fees, seat availability and cutoffs before finalising options.
• Mock allotment is not a final admission result.

FAQs

Who conducts Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026?

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts counselling for the applicable 85% state quota MBBS seats in Karnataka.

What is the Karnataka government MBBS fee for 2026?

The annual MBBS fee listed for most Karnataka state government medical colleges is Rs 64,350.

How many General seats are available at Bangalore Medical College?

The 2026 matrix lists 75 General seats, with 213 total seats across categories at Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute.

How many MBBS seats are available at Mysore Medical College?

The published matrix lists 71 General seats and 212 total seats at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute.

What is the MBBS fee at ESIC Medical College Bangalore?

The annual fee listed in the matrix is Rs 1,09,350.

Are General seats the same as total seats?

No. The General-seat figure represents the seats under the relevant General grouping, while the total includes seats across the categories represented in the matrix.

When is Karnataka NEET Round 1 seat allotment 2026?

The latest counselling information lists the Round 1 seat allotment result for August 20, 2026.

Where can candidates check Karnataka NEET counselling updates?

Candidates should use the official Karnataka Examinations Authority portal for counselling notices, seat matrices and allotment updates.