Understanding the cutoff score for the Delhi quota NEET 2023 can be a daunting task, especially for aspiring medical students in the unreserved category. In this article, we will explore the expected cutoff scores and analyze the current scenario and trends.

Overview of Delhi Quota MBBS Seats

Delhi government medical colleges, excluding AIIMS, offer a total of 1,115 MBBS seats under the Delhi state quota. Out of these, approximately 40% are reserved for unreserved / general candidates. Around 85% of these seats are further reserved for students who completed their Class 11 and 12 in Delhi, amounting to approximately 380 seats.

Competition and Territory

According to a report from The Times of India (TOI), around 64,000 students scored 550 marks or above in the NEET 2023. The report indicates that the majority of these high scorers are from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Kerala. Specifically, 16 students come from Rajasthan, 12 from Uttar Pradesh, and 8 from Maharashtra.

Regarding the Delhi territory, it is difficult to provide an exact percentage, but it is estimated that around 4,000 students who scored 550 or above are from Delhi. Among these, only 7-8% had scores of 660, amounting to approximately 300 students. Therefore, a cutoff of 660 would be considered a safe score for a general candidate in Delhi to secure a position at a Delhi-based medical college.

Historical Cutoff Trends

Last year, the last seat in the Delhi state quota for the NDMC Medical College was allotted at around 5600 All India Rank (AIR). Similarly, LHMC (Lady Hardinge Medical College) closed under 4900 AIR in the mop-up round. While marks are important, the rank is more indicative of the competition as marks can vary from year to year.

Based on the trend, the cutoff for the last seat in NDMC was around 641 marks, with the rank being 5600. For a general candidate to secure a seat in Delhi, a rank of roughly 4,400 to 4,800, which corresponds to around 660 marks, would be advisable. This year, considering the inflation in demand, a cutoff around 660 is expected to ensure a safe position in a Delhi medical college.

Conclusion

The cutoff for the Delhi quota NEET 2023 is likely to be around 660 marks, with a rank of approximately 4,400 to 4,800. This is based on historical trends and the current competition scenario. It is important for aspirants to aim for a higher rank to ensure a more secure position in one of the coveted Delhi medical colleges. Best of luck to all candidates!