The NRI quota in NEET accounts for 15% of the total seats in both government and private medical
colleges in India. All deemed medical colleges and universities have a 15% NRI quota for NEET.

For non-NRI general candidates, the minimum required marks are around 615. In contrast, the cutoff
for NRI candidates has been around 110-135 in the last three years, significantly lower than for
non-NRI candidates.

• – Valid Passport Holder: Must hold a valid passport.
• Bonafide NRI Candidates Only: Seats will be allocated to bona fide NRI candidates.
• NEET 2024 Qualified: Must have qualified for NEET 2024.
• PCB Core Subjects with 60% Marks: Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) with at least 60% marks.
• Age Criteria: Must be between 17 and 25 years of age.

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the National Testing Agency (NTA) website at neet.nta.nic.in to start the NEET exam application process.
2. Minimum Cutoff Marks: Achieve the minimum cutoff marks and clear the NEET exam, meeting the NRI quota eligibility requirements.
3. NRI Quota Admission Process: Register for state counseling sessions, participate in the rounds, and secure admission under the NRI quota.
4. State Website for NRI Quota Admission: Each state has its own counseling process, so it’s important to check the specific state website for detailed procedures.

• Himachal Pradesh: $20,000 in government medical colleges.
• Haryana: Approximately $25,000 at admission, plus $12,500 annually for four years in government colleges.
• Rajasthan: $30,000 at admission and $15,000 per semester in government medical colleges after the 2020 revision.
• Puducherry: $100,000 for the entire course at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, with a $15,000 refundable caution deposit. The NRI quota in NEET offers a valuable opportunity for NRI students to pursue MBBS in India. With lower competition and specific eligibility criteria, it’s an attractive pathway for many. Ensure to check the latest information and requirements on the official NEET website or the specific state’s medical education portal.