9 Medical Colleges Banned from NEET 2025 Counselling: What You Must Know

• Avoid choosing the 9 banned medical colleges through NEET 2025 counselling.

• Know how the updated seat matrix directly influences your MBBS/PG seat options.

• Watch for official MCC/NMC updates on pending seat approvals or legal amendments.

• Stay tuned for NMC’s stricter compliance measures, which will impact medical admissions.

The Medical Counselling Committee recently released the seat matrix for the 2025 NEET counselling.  Surprisingly, 9 colleges had 0 seats assigned. A move that signifies that the colleges will not be able to take any students for this session. This move is one of the latest in the NMC's attempts to check the failure of medical colleges to comply with regulations. 

With the NEET counselling underway, it is essential to understand which colleges are no longer viable choices. 

We have compiled a list of colleges that are no longer accepting admissions for the 2025 session. Read to know your options and alternatives to MBBS in India.

According to the official seat matrix, the following institutions were allocated zero MBBS seats in 2025.

The NMC’s audits revealed multiple compliance issues:

• Evidence of bribery or corruption.

• Lack of infrastructure and clinical material.

• Evidence of staged inspections.

• Lack of trained faculty members.

• Placing ghost faculty and patients.

• Discrepancies in staff attendance systems.

In Gujarat alone, over 250 seats were also cut at other colleges for similar reasons. This is a clear message that regulatory standards won’t be compromised. This is not the first time that NMC has taken such strict actions against admission malpractices. Multiple colleges have been struck with seat reduction due to such dereliction of duty.

• The count has now dropped to 706 colleges. 

• The number of MBBS seats is now at 1.09 lakhs.

• Expect higher cutoffs and fiercer competition.

 Remove banned colleges from your choice list during counselling.

With fewer seats, here’s what aspirants should expect:

• Increased cutoffs: Especially in high-demand government and top private colleges.

• Limited backup options: Students with moderate scores may find fallback options reduced.

• Shift in choice filling: Candidates should pivot toward colleges with verified seats or consider MBBS abroad.

Update Your College List

Use the latest seat matrix from the MCC or NMC. Cross-check seat availability before filling your preferences.

Prioritize Verified Colleges

Focus on institutions with confirmed seats and strong compliance records. Avoid those with zero-seat status.

Seek Expert Help

If uncertain, our expert team at Educafic is always there to guide you at the right path.

In light of seat shortages, students are advised to explore alternate paths:

• MBBS Abroad: Countries such as Russia and Georgia offer NMC-approved programs at lower costs.

• Allied Health Courses: Programs like BAMS, BDS, or nursing in India are some great alternatives.

1. Always refer to the latest seat matrix. Rules and seat numbers may change till the last moment.

2. Blacklisted colleges means immediate exclusion from counselling.

3. There will be higher competition. Smart planning is needed during preference filling.

4. Have a backup plan. Consider MBBS abroad or alternate healthcare fields.

5. Consult mentors and verify information to avoid missteps.

The step taken by NMC is an affirmation of its commitment towards a quality medical education system in India. A clear message has been sent across the country.

Do not take this news as a setback. Now that you know which colleges to look out for, plan your counselling accordingly. The path to your medical career is out there. Don’t be afraid to look outside India to find a career path that suits you best.