Kerala has 12 government medical colleges that accept NEET UG scores and offer MBBS courses. The top government medical colleges in the state include Government Medical College, Kozhikode (Calicut); Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram; Government Medical College, Kottayam; T.D. Medical College, Alappuzha (Alleppey); and Government Medical College, Thrissur.
In total, Kerala’s government medical colleges offer 1755 MBBS seats. Among them, Government Medical College, Kozhikode (Calicut), and Government Medical College, Ernakulam, have the highest intake, with 250 MBBS seats each.
| S. N | College Name | University Name | ESTD | Total Intake |
| 1 | Government Medical College, Ernakulam | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2000 | 110 |
| 2 | Government Medical College, Kottayam | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 1960 | 175 |
| 3 | Government Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | Calicut University | 1957 | 250 |
| 4 | Government Medical College, Manjeri, Malapuram Dist | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2013 | 110 |
| 5 | Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2017 | 110 |
| 6 | Government Medical College, Thrissur | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 1981 | 175 |
| 7 | Government Medical College, Yakkara, Palakkad | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2014 | 100 |
| 8 | Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 1951 | 250 |
| 9 | Government T D Medical College, Alleppey (Allappuzha) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 1963 | 175 |
| 10 | Government Medical College, Pariyaram, Kannur | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 1995 | 100 |
| 11 | Government Medical College, Konni | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2022 | 100 |
| 12 | Government Medical College, Idukki | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2022 | 100 |
| Total Number of MBBS Seats of Government Medical Colleges in Kerala | 1755 | |||
Kerala has a total of 21 private medical colleges offering MBBS courses. Among them, 9 are private non-minority medical colleges, while 12 are private minority medical colleges. The top-ranked private medical colleges in Kerala are as follows: Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Tiruvalla; MES Medical College, Perintalmanna, Malappuram; Sree Gokulam Medical College Trust & Research Foundation, Trivandrum; Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur; Kannur Medical College, Kannur; DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Sciences, Wayanad; KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode; and Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode.
In total, Kerala’s private medical colleges offer 3000 MBBS seats, with 1600 seats in private non-minority medical colleges and 1400 seats in private minority medical colleges.
| S. No | College Name | University Name | Estd | Total Intake |
| 1 | Dr Moopens Medical College ,Meppadi P.O., Wayanad | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2013 | 150 |
| 2 | Karuna Medical College, Palakkad | Calicut University | 2006 | 100 |
| 3 | Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2010 | 200 |
| 4 | Mount Zion Medical College, Chayalode, Ezhamkulam Adoor, Pathanamthitta | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2014 | 150 |
| 5 | P K Das Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad, Kerala | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2014 | 200 |
| 6 | Palakkad Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2024 | 150 |
| 7 | Sree Gokulam Medical College Trust & Research Foundation, Trivandrum | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2005 | 150 |
| 8 | Sree Narayana Instt. of Medical Sciences, Chalakka, Ernakulam | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2009 | 150 |
| 9 | SUT Sree Uthradom Thiurnal Academy of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2006 | 150 |
| Total Number of MBBS Seats of Private Non-Minority Medical Colleges in Kerala | 1400 | |||
| S. No | College Name | University Name | Estd | Total Intake |
| 10 | Al-Azhar Medical College and Super Speciality Hospital, Thodupuzha (Muslim Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2014 | 150 |
| 11 | Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur (Christian Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2002 | 100 |
| 12 | Azeezia Instt of Medical Science, Meeyannoor, Kollam (Muslim Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2008 | 100 |
| 13 | Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, Kerala (Christian Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2016 | 100 |
| 14 | Dr. Somervel Memorial CSI Hospital & Medical College, Karakonam, Thiruvananthapuram (Christian Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2001 | 150 |
| 15 | Jubilee Mission Medical College & Research Institute, Thrissur (Christian Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2002 | 100 |
| 16 | Kannur Medical College, Kannur (Muslim Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2006 | 150 |
| 17 | KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut (Muslim Minority) | Calicut University | 2008 | 250 |
| 18 | Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery (Christian Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2001 | 100 |
| 19 | Pushpagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Tiruvalla (Christian Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2002 | 100 |
| 20 | Travancore Medical College, Mylapore, Umayanalloor P O, Kollam (Muslim Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2009 | 150 |
| 21 | M E S Medical College , Perintalmanna Malappuram Distt (Muslim Minority) | Kerala Uni. Of Health Sciences, Thrissur | 2002 | 150 |
| Total Number of MBBS Seats of Private Minority Medical Colleges in Kerala | 1600 | |||
| Grand Total 1400+1600= | 3000 | |||
In Kerala, there is only one deemed medical college: Amrita School of Medicine, located in Kochi. Established in 2000, it offers an annual intake of 150 MBBS seats.
| S. No. | College Name | University Name | ESTD | Total Intake |
1 | Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, Kerala [Click here to open website] | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University (Deemed), Coimbatore | 2000 | 150 |
| Total Number of MBBS Seats in Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, Kerala | 150 | |||
Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, Kerala
Overview
• Type: Deemed University (Under Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham)
• Location: Kochi, Kerala
• Year of Establishment: 2000
• Affiliation: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
• Approval: National Medical Commission (NMC)
MBBS Course Details
• Annual Intake: 150 seats
• Duration: 5.5 years (including a 1-year internship)
• Admission Criteria:
• Based on NEET UG scores.
• Admission conducted through MCC counselling for deemed universities.
Fee Structure (Approximate, subject to change):
• Tuition Fee: ₹25 lakh per year for 5 years
• Hostel Fee: ₹76000 per year
• Other Charges: Registration, examination fees, etc., as applicable.
| MBBS Fees Structure 2024-25 | ||||
| General Category Tuition Fees per year (in INR) | NRI Category Tuition Fees per year (in USD) | First Year Other Fees General and NRI (in INR) | First Year Hostel & Mess Fee | |
| General Category (in INR) | NRI Category (in USD) | |||
| 25,00,000 | 50,000 | 77,050 | 76,000 | 1,500 |
Campus and Facilities
• Infrastructure:
• State-of-the-art laboratories and advanced medical equipment.
• A 1250-bed multi-specialty hospital for clinical training.
• Hostel: Separate facilities for boys and girls with modern amenities.
• Library: Extensive collection of books, journals, and e-resources.
• Research Opportunities: Strong focus on research and innovation, with active participation in national and international medical conferences.
Key Highlights
• Reputation: Consistently ranked among the top private medical colleges in India.
• Special Features:
• Offers exposure to various medical specialties during clinical rotations.
• Emphasis on holistic education and ethical practices in medicine.
For detailed information about counselling, admission process, or fees, you can visit the official website of Amrita School of Medicine: https://www.amrita.edu/
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) conducts Kerala NEET UG counselling for admission into medical and dental courses, including MBBS, BDS, and several other professional courses like LLB, LLM, BPharm (Lateral Entry), PG Ayurveda, PG Homoeo, PG Nursing, PG Medical, PG Dental, and PG Pharmacy within Kerala.
Key Features of Kerala NEET UG Counselling
1. Eligibility:
• Only candidates who have qualified the NEET UG exam are eligible to participate.
• Candidates must meet the state-specific eligibility criteria as specified by the CEE.
2. Application Process:
• Candidates must fill out the online application form on the official website of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations: www.cee.kerala.gov.in.
• The application form is mandatory to participate in the counselling process.
3. Counselling Format:
• Online Process: Candidates submit applications, preferences, and documents online.
• Offline Counselling: Final seat allotment will take place at the CEE Headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram.
4. Seat Distribution:
• Kerala NEET UG counselling is used to fill 85% State Quota seats for MBBS and BDS courses in medical and dental colleges across Kerala.
• The remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats are managed by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee).
5. Admission Basis:
• Admissions are granted based on NEET UG scores, choices filled by candidates, and seat availability.
Important Points to Note
• The counselling process is strictly merit-based.
• Candidates should keep all required documents ready for verification during the offline process at the CEE Headquarters.
• The detailed schedule, including registration dates and seat allotment rounds, will be published on the official website.
Kerala NEET Counselling 2025 Highlights
| Factors | Particulars |
| Counselling Name | Kerala NEET UG Counselling |
| Conducting Bodies | The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) |
| NEET Counselling Type | NEET UG Counselling |
| Courses To Pursue | 1. Medical Courses: (i) MBBS (ii) BDS (iii) BHMS (Homoeo) (iv) BAMS (Ayurveda) (v) BSMS (Siddha) (vi) BUMS (Unani) 2. Medical Allied Courses: (i) BSc. (Hons.) Agriculture (ii) BSc. (Hons.) Forestry (iii) BSc. (Hons.) Co-operation & Banking (iv)BSc. (Hons.) Climate Change & Environmental Science (v) B.Tech (Bio-Technology) (under Kerala Agricultural University) (vi) BVSc. & AH (Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry) (vii) BFSc. (Fisheries Science) 3. Engineering Courses: (i) B. Tech. courses under APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (ii) B. Tech. Agricultural Engineering & B. Tech. Food Technology courses under the Kerala Agricultural University (iii) B. Tech. Dairy Technology & B. Tech. Food Technology courses under the Kerala Veterinary & Animal Sciences University (iv) B. Tech. Food Technology course under the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies. 4. Pharmacy Course: B. Pharm 5. Pharmacy Course: B.Arch. |
| Official Counselling Website | https://www.cee.kerala.gov.in |
Step 1: Online Registration
Step 2: Upload Documents
Step 3: Preview Uploaded Images
Step 4: Declaration And Final Submission
Step 5: Application Fee Payment
| Course(s) Opted | General | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering only/ B.Pharm only/ both | 875 | 375 | NIL |
| Architecture only/ Medical & Medical Allied only/ both | 625 | 250 | NIL |
| Both (1) & (2) | 1125 | 500 | NIL |
Step 1: Registration
Step 2: Documents Verification
Step 3: Choice Filling
Step 4: Seat Allotment
Step 5: Reporting To Allotted College
Step 6: Upgradation (Optional)
| 1. | 10,11,12th Marksheet and Certificate |
| 2. | Transfer Certificate |
| 3. | Migration Certificate |
| 4. | Character Certificate |
| 5. | NEET UG Confirmation Page |
| 6. | NEET UG Admit Card |
| 7. | NEET UG Rank Card |
| 8. | Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, Passport, Etc.) |
| 9. | Caste/Category Certificate (If Applicable) |
| 10. | Domicile/ Residence Certificate |
| 11. | Passport-Size Photographs |
| Category | Qualifying Criteria | NEET Cutoff 2022 | NEET Cutoff 2023 | NEET Cutoff 2024 | ||
| UR/EWS | 50th Percentile | 715-117 | 720-137 | 720-162 | ||
| OBC/ SC/ ST | 40th Percentile | 116-93 | 136-107 | 161-127 | ||
| UR/ EWS & PH | 45th Percentile | 116-105 | 136-121 | 161-144 | ||
| OBC/ SC PH | 40th Percentile | 104-93 | 120-107 | 143-127 | ||
| ST & PH | 40th Percentile | 104-93 | 120-108 | 142-127 | ||
| State Merit (SM) | 50% |
| Economically Weaker Sections in General Category (EWS) | 10% |
Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) Other Backward Classes -II (Horizentally in SEBC) 6% | 30% |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2% |
Kerala has total 34 Medical Colleges offering MBBS Course and accepting NEET UG as on April 2025, among these 12 are Government Medical Colleges, 9 are private Non Minority Medical Colleges and 12 are Private Minority Medical Colleges. Other than these 1 Deemed Medical College. In Kerala total 4905 MBBS Seats available. Among th 4905 MBBS Seats, 1755 MBBS Seats available in Government Medical Colleges, 3000 MBBS Seats available in Private Non-minority Medical Colleges and Private Minority Medical colleges. among these 1755 MBBS Seats in Government medical colleges, 261 MBBS seats goes to Under All India 15% Quota Seats and under Central government nominees and Special reservation categories and 1494 MBBS Seats under State Government Quota Seats. Among 3000 MBBS Seats in Private Medical Colleges 1500 MBBS Seats goes to under state Government Quota, 1050 MBBS Seats Goes to under Management Quota and 450 MBBS Seats goes to Under NRI Quota. Kerala has 150 MBBS Seats in one Deemed medical(Amrita school of Medicine, Ernakulam) College
All the seats at Minority College will be filled by the respective minority candidate and if particular Minority candidate is not available then the remaining seats will be filled by general candidates.
In Kerala Total number of 1,10,206 candidate appeared in NEET UG 2021 and 73,385 number of candidates qualified NEET UG 2021. So In Kerala NEET UG 2019 Qualified percentage is 66.59%.
| S.No. | College Name | Total Intake | State Quota Seats | All India Quota Seats |
| 1 | Government Medical College, Ernakulam | 110 | 93 | 17 |
| 2 | Government Medical College, Kottayam | 175 | 149 | 26 |
| 3 | Government Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | 250 | 213 | 37 |
| 4 | Government Medical College, Manjeri, Malapuram | 110 | 94 | 16 |
| 5 | Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam | 110 | 50+44 (IPQ) | 16 |
| 6 | Government Medical College, Thrissur | 175 | 149 | 26 |
| 7 | Government Medical College, Yakkara, Palakkad | 100 | 85 | 15 |
| 8 | Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 250 | 213 | 37 |
| 9 | T D Medical College, Alleppey (Allappuzha) | 175 | 149 | 26 |
| 10 | Government Medical College, Pariyaram, Kannur | 100 | 85 | 15 |
| 11 | Government Medical College, Konni | 100 | 85 | 15 |
| 12 | Government Medical College, Idukki | 100 | 85 | 15 |
| Total Number of seats in Kerala Government Medical Colleges | 1755 | 1494 | 261 | |
| S.NO. | COLLEGE NAME | Open | Open-PH | EWS | EWS-PH | OBC | OBC-PH | SC | SC-PH | ST | ST-PH | Tota Seats |
| 1 | Government Medical College, Ernakulum | 08 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| 2 | Government Medical College, Kottayam | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| 3 | Government Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | 13 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 37 |
| 4 | Government Medical College, Manjeri, Malapuram Dist | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
| 5 | Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
| 6 | Government Medical College, Thrissur | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| 7 | Government Medical College, Yakkara, Palakkad | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| 8 | Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 16 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 37 |
| 9 | T D Medical College, Alleppey (Allappuzha) | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| 10 | Government Medical College, Pariyaram, Kannur | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| 11 | Government Medical College, Konni | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| 12 | Government Medical College, Idukki | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 99 | 6 | 24 | 2 | 67 | 3 | 38 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 261 |
| S.No | College Name | Total Intake | State Quota Seats | Management Quota Seats | NRI Quota Seats | |
| 1 | Al-Azhar Medical College and Super Speciality Hospital, Thodupuzha | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 2 | Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 3 | Azeezia Instt of Medical Science, Meeyannoor, Kollam | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 4 | Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, Kerala | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 5 | Dr Moopens Medical College ,Meppadi P.O., Wayanad | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 6 | Dr. Somervel Memorial CSI Hospital & Medical College, Karakonam, Thiruvananthapuram | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 7 | Jubilee Mission Medical College & Research Institute, Thrissur | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 8 | Kannur Medical College, Kannur | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 9 | Karuna Medical College, Palakkad | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 10 | KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | 250 | 125 | 87 | 38 | |
| 11 | Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | 200 | 100 | 70 | 30 | |
| 12 | Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 13 | M E S Medical College , Perintalmanna Malappuram Distt | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 14 | Mount Zion Medical College, Chayalode, Ezhamkulam Adoor, Pathanamthitta | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 15 | P K Das Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad | 200 | 100 | 70 | 30 | |
| 16 | Palakkad Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 17 | Pushpagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Tiruvalla | 100 | 50 | 35 | 15 | |
| 18 | Sree Gokulam Medical College Trust & Research Foundation, Trivandrum | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 19 | Sree Narayana Instt. of Medical Sciences, Chalakka, Ernakulam | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 20 | SUT Sree Uthradom Thiurnal Academy of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| 21 | Travancore Medical College, Kollam | 150 | 75 | 52 | 23 | |
| Total Number of seats in Kerala Private Medical Colleges | 3000 | 1450 | 1044 | 456 | ||
| Quota | TVM | ALP | KTM | TCM | KKM | MLP | CMC | PKM | KLM | Total |
| Ex-Servicemen | ||||||||||
| Quota (XS) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | |||
| Defence Killed in | ||||||||||
| Action (DK) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | ||||
| Serving Defence | 1 | 1 | 2 | |||||||
| Quota (SD) | ||||||||||
| Jew Community (JW) | 1 | 1 | ||||||||
| Holders of Degree/Diploma in Ayurveda (DA) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | ||
| Holders of Deg/Diploma in Homeopathy (DH) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | |||||
| Nurses Quota (NQ) | 1 | 1 | ||||||||
| Sports Quota (SP) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | ||
| NCC Quota (CC) | 1 | 1 | 2 | |||||||
| All India Quota | 30 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 38 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 194 |
| Government of India Nominees | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 24 | ||||
| Kerala origin settled in Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 1 | 1 | ||||||||
| Kerala origin settled in Lakshadeep | 1 | 1 | ||||||||
| Jammu & Kashmir Nominees | 1 | 1 | ||||||||
TOTAL | 41 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 51 | 19 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 256 |
| Code | Category |
| GI | Government of India nominees |
| RQ | Reciprocal Quota |
| CC | NCC Quota |
| SP | Sports Quota |
| XS | Children of Ex-service men |
| SD | Serving Defence personnel |
| DK | Defence killed/missing/disabled |
| RP | CRPF, etc |
| JW | Jews |
| SG | Scouts and Guides |