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Complete guide for NEET scorers with 400-500 marks on which medical colleges they can get in Maharashtra through state quota and management quota, with expected ranks and realistic college options.
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Scored between 400-500 in NEET? Worried about whether you can get into a medical college in Maharashtra? You're not alone - this score range represents lakhs of students every year.
The good news: MBBS admission IS possible with 400-500 marks in Maharashtra, but you need to know your options realistically. In this guide, we'll break down exactly which colleges you can target based on your score, category, and budget.
| Score | Approximate Rank (General) | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 95,000 - 1,05,000 | 85-86 |
| 480 | 1,10,000 - 1,25,000 | 83-84 |
| 460 | 1,30,000 - 1,50,000 | 80-82 |
| 440 | 1,55,000 - 1,80,000 | 77-79 |
| 420 | 1,85,000 - 2,00,000 | 74-76 |
| 400 | 2,05,000 - 2,20,000 | 72-74 |
Important: Ranks vary slightly each year based on exam difficulty and number of candidates. These are approximate based on NEET 2024 patterns.
Same score opens different opportunities:
| Score | General Rank | OBC Rank Effect | SC Rank Effect | ST Rank Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 1,00,000 | Gets colleges closing at 1,30,000 | Gets colleges closing at 1,60,000 | Gets colleges closing at 2,00,000 |
| 450 | 1,65,000 | Gets colleges closing at 1,95,000 | Gets colleges closing at 2,30,000 | Gets colleges closing at 2,80,000 |
| 400 | 2,10,000 | Gets colleges closing at 2,50,000 | Gets colleges closing at 3,00,000 | Gets colleges closing at 3,50,000 |
Best Options - General Category:
| College | Quota | Expected Cutoff | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKNMC Pune | State | 95,000-1,10,000 | Rs 12L |
| Terna Medical College | State | 1,00,000-1,15,000 | Rs 7.5L |
| MIMER Pune | State | 1,05,000-1,20,000 | Rs 10L |
| DY Patil Kolhapur | State | 1,10,000-1,25,000 | Rs 18L |
OBC Category (same score):
| College | Quota | Expected Cutoff | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGM Navi Mumbai | State | 1,20,000-1,35,000 | Rs 15L |
| KIMS Karad | State | 1,25,000-1,40,000 | Rs 18L |
| KJ Somaiya | State | 1,15,000-1,30,000 | Rs 16L |
SC/ST Category (same score):
General Category Options:
| College | Quota | Expected Cutoff | Fees/Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMBT Nashik | State | 1,30,000-1,50,000 | Rs 8L |
| Vasantrao Pawar | State | 1,35,000-1,55,000 | Rs 7.5L |
| DVVP Ahmednagar | State | 1,40,000-1,60,000 | Rs 8L |
| Dr. Ulhas Patil | State | 1,35,000-1,55,000 | Rs 8.5L |
| JIIU's IIMSR | State | 1,45,000-1,65,000 | Rs 9L |
Management Quota Options (if state quota fails):
| College | Mgmt Quota Fees | Expected Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| SKNMC Pune | Rs 18L | 1,50,000-1,70,000 |
| Terna | Rs 15L | 1,55,000-1,75,000 |
| MIMER | Rs 15L | 1,60,000-1,80,000 |
General Category - State Quota: Difficult but possible in:
| College | Expected Cutoff | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| ACPM Dhule | 1,70,000-1,90,000 | Rs 7.5L |
| Rural MC Loni | 1,75,000-1,95,000 | Rs 8L |
| SRTR Ambajogai | 1,80,000-2,00,000 | Rs 7L |
| Ashwini Rural MC | 1,85,000-2,05,000 | Rs 7.5L |
Management Quota Becomes Important:
| College | Mgmt Quota Fees | Better Chance |
|---|---|---|
| SMBT Nashik | Rs 14L | Yes |
| Vasantrao Pawar | Rs 13L | Yes |
| DVVP Ahmednagar | Rs 13.5L | Yes |
| NKP Salve Nagpur | Rs 15L | Yes |
Reality Check for General Category:
Realistic Options:
| College | Quota | Fees/Year | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACPM Dhule | Management | Rs 12L | Good |
| SRTR Ambajogai | Management | Rs 11.5L | Good |
| Rural MC Loni | Management | Rs 13L | Good |
| Newer private colleges | Management | Rs 12-15L | Good |
OBC/SC/ST with 400-425:
Eligibility:
Process:
Cutoffs (General):
| College Tier | State Quota Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Premium (DY Patil Pune) | 55,000 |
| Upper-Mid (MGM, KIMS) | 75,000-90,000 |
| Mid-tier (SKNMC, Terna) | 90,000-1,10,000 |
| Affordable | 1,10,000-1,50,000 |
| Budget | 1,50,000-2,00,000 |
Eligibility:
Process:
Cutoffs (General):
| College Tier | Management Quota Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Premium | 1,20,000-1,50,000 |
| Mid-tier | 1,50,000-1,80,000 |
| Affordable | 1,80,000-2,20,000 |
| Budget | 2,20,000+ |
| College | State Quota | Management Quota | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKNMC | Rs 12L | Rs 18L | +Rs 6L/year |
| Terna | Rs 7.5L | Rs 15L | +Rs 7.5L/year |
| SMBT | Rs 8L | Rs 14L | +Rs 6L/year |
| 5-Year Impact | - | - | Rs 30-40L more |
Step 1: Apply for DMER state quota counselling Step 2: Target mid-tier colleges (SKNMC, Terna, MGM) Step 3: Fill choices smartly - affordable first, then mid-tier Step 4: If not allotted in Round 1, wait for Round 2 and Mop-up Step 5: Apply for management quota parallelly as backup
Step 1: Apply DMER state quota Step 2: Target affordable colleges (SMBT, DVVP, Vasantrao Pawar) Step 3: Be flexible with location Step 4: Apply to 5-6 colleges for management quota Step 5: Participate in all DMER rounds including stray vacancy
Step 1: Apply DMER but with realistic expectations Step 2: Focus primarily on management quota applications Step 3: Target budget colleges (ACPM, SRTR, Rural MC) Step 4: Keep Rs 12-15L budget ready Step 5: Consider all regions (Vidarbha, Khandesh, Marathwada)
Step 1: Management quota is primary pathway Step 2: Apply to multiple affordable colleges directly Step 3: Be ready with Rs 11-14L per year Step 4: Consider even smaller cities Step 5: Keep backup options (repeat year, other states)
| Score | Primary Strategy | Backup |
|---|---|---|
| 475-500 | State quota mid-tier | Management quota same tier |
| 450-475 | State quota affordable | Management quota affordable |
| 425-450 | Management quota affordable | Consider repeat |
| 400-425 | Management quota budget | Repeat recommended |
| Score | Strategy |
|---|---|
| 475-500 | State quota even premium possible |
| 450-475 | State quota mid-tier |
| 425-450 | State quota affordable |
| 400-425 | State quota budget or management |
| Score | Strategy |
|---|---|
| 475-500 | Most colleges accessible in state |
| 450-475 | Comfortable state quota options |
| 425-450 | Good affordable college options |
| 400-425 | Budget colleges through state |
Advantage: SC/ST students with 400+ marks have realistic chances through state quota in Maharashtra.
| Pathway | Annual Cost | 5-Year Total |
|---|---|---|
| State Quota (affordable) | Rs 7-10L | Rs 35-50L |
| State Quota (mid-tier) | Rs 12-15L | Rs 60-75L |
| Management Quota (affordable) | Rs 12-15L | Rs 60-75L |
| Management Quota (mid-tier) | Rs 16-20L | Rs 80L-1Cr |
| Score | Typical Loan Approved |
|---|---|
| 475-500 | Rs 40-60L (easier) |
| 450-475 | Rs 35-50L |
| 425-450 | Rs 30-45L |
| 400-425 | Rs 25-40L (scrutiny) |
Banks consider NEET score as indicator of academic potential.
Scored 400-430 General Category
Improvement Potential is High
Budget Constraint is Severe
Score is 450+
Category Benefit
Cannot Afford Gap Year
Improvement Uncertain
| Current Score | Realistic Improvement | New Score |
|---|---|---|
| 400 | 60-100 marks | 460-500 |
| 450 | 50-80 marks | 500-530 |
| 480 | 40-60 marks | 520-540 |
Reality: Only 30-40% of repeaters significantly improve. Honest self-assessment is crucial.
Yes, but limited options:
Technically, NEET qualified (50th percentile) is minimum. But realistically:
Consider if:
Avoid if:
Through management quota:
Options:
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