The National Medical Commission (NMC) has updated the number of MBBS seats available for students in India for the **2025-26** academic year. A total of **9,075** new medical seats have been added. However, **456** seats were removed due to ongoing court cases. This means there are now **1,26,600** MBBS seats in total across India for the upcoming admission cycle. Separately, the deadline for choosing colleges in NEET UG Round 3 counselling is **October 13, 2025**.
More MBBS Seats for 2025-26 Study Year
The NMC, which is the main body for medical education in India, recently announced changes to the MBBS seats. Students aiming for a medical career through NEET UG will find more opportunities. The updated count shows a significant increase in available seats.
- **New Seats Added:** A large number of **9,075** new MBBS seats have been approved and added to colleges.
- **Seats Removed:** In some cases, **456** seats were taken out of the list. This happened because of different court cases involving certain medical colleges.
- **Total MBBS Seats:** After these changes, the total number of MBBS seats in India now stands at **1,26,600**. These seats are for the **2025-26** academic session.
It is important to know that this updated total does not include seats available in AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) and JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research) colleges. These institutions often have their own separate admission processes or seat counts.
Why the Seats Changed
The NMC has changed the number of MBBS seats several times this year. For example, earlier in **September 2025**, the NMC first added **6,850** seats and removed **1,056** seats. Later, they added **7,375** seats and removed **456** seats again, also adding some 'supernumerary' seats (extra seats for specific groups).
These increases are mainly because the government wants more doctors in the country. The Union Cabinet had approved adding **10,000** new MBBS seats as part of a scheme to expand medical education. This plan aims to make more medical training available across India.
NEET UG Round 3 Counselling Deadline
While the seat numbers have been updated, another key piece of information for students is about the ongoing counselling process. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) manages the admission process for NEET UG.
For students taking part in NEET UG Round 3 counselling for **2025**, today, **October 13, 2025**, is the last day to choose their preferred colleges and lock their choices. Students must complete this step before **11:59 PM** on this date. If a student does not lock their choices, their selection might not be considered for Round 3 admission.
What This Means for Medical Students
These updates are very important for all students who want to become doctors. More MBBS seats mean more opportunities to get into medical colleges. This is good news for many who appeared for NEET UG.
However, because the seat numbers can change, students must always stay informed. It is crucial to check the official websites of the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) regularly. These websites will have the most current and correct information about available seats and counselling steps.
Missing deadlines or not checking the latest seat information can affect a student's chance of getting admission. Therefore, students should pay close attention to all official announcements and updates.
About NEET UG
NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate) is a very important exam in India. It is the single entrance test for students who want to study MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) courses. Lakhs of students appear for this exam every year to pursue their dream of becoming a doctor or a dentist. The counselling process, managed by MCC, uses the NEET UG scores to assign students to various medical and dental colleges based on their rank and choices.
