The NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate) is the only entrance exam for MBBS and BDS admissions in India. Candidates seeking admission to Karnataka medical and dental colleges must fulfill the NEET UG 2025 eligibility criteria set by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA).
This article provides detailed eligibility requirements, including academic qualifications, age limit, domicile criteria, and category-wise cutoffs for Karnataka NEET UG 2025 admissions.
Who is Eligible for Karnataka NEET UG 2025?
To be eligible for MBBS and BDS admissions in Karnataka, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Academic Qualification
✔ Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board
✔ Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects
✔ Must have secured the minimum required percentage in PCB
- Minimum Qualifying Marks in Class 12
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks in PCB |
| General | 50% |
| SC/ST/OBC | 40% |
| PwD (General) | 45% |
| PwD (SC/ST/OBC) | 40% |
Candidates appearing for Class 12 exams in 2025 can also apply but must provide proof of qualification at the time of counselling.
- NEET UG 2025 Qualifying Criteria
Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying percentile in NEET UG 2025 to be eligible for Karnataka medical admissions.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentile |
| General | 50th percentile |
| SC/ST/OBC | 40th percentile |
| PwD (General) | 45th percentile |
| PwD (SC/ST/OBC) | 40th percentile |
The percentile is calculated based on the highest score obtained in NEET UG 2025.
- Age Limit for Karnataka NEET UG 2025
✔ Minimum Age: 17 years as of December 31, 2025
✔ Maximum Age: No upper age limit for NEET UG 2025
Candidates must be born on or before December 31, 2008, to be eligible.
- Karnataka Domicile Criteria
Who Can Apply Under the Karnataka State Quota (85% Seats)?
✔ Candidates who have studied in Karnataka for at least 7 years (including Class 10 & 12)
✔ Candidates whose parents are Karnataka domicile holders
✔ Children of Defence Personnel (Ex-servicemen) posted in Karnataka
✔ Candidates belonging to Hyderabad-Karnataka Region (special category as per Article 371J)
Who Can Apply Under Management/NRI Quota?
✔ Non-Karnataka candidates can apply under Management/NRI quota in private/deemed universities
✔ No domicile requirement for these seats
A Domicile certificate or study certificate is required for state quota admissions.
- Reservation Policy for Karnataka NEET UG 2025
Karnataka follows a reservation system for MBBS/BDS admissions in government and private colleges.
| Category | Reservation (%) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 32% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 5% |
Reserved category candidates must submit a valid caste/income certificate.
- Documents Required for Karnataka NEET UG 2025 Eligibility Verification
During the document verification process, candidates must provide the following:
✅ NEET UG 2025 Admit Card & Scorecard
✅ Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets & Passing Certificates
✅ Domicile Certificate (for Karnataka state quota candidates)
✅ Caste & Income Certificate (if claiming reservation)
✅ EWS Certificate (if applicable)
✅ PwD Certificate (for disabled candidates)
✅ Study Certificate (for Karnataka students)
✅ Passport-size Photographs
Ensure all documents are original with photocopies for submission.
Final Words on Karnataka NEET UG 2025 Eligibility
✔ Candidates must qualify for NEET UG 2025 and meet academic, age, and domicile criteria
✔ State quota seats (85%) are for Karnataka students, while Management/NRI seats are open to all
✔ Reservation policies apply for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories
By understanding and fulfilling these eligibility requirements, aspiring medical students can successfully apply for Karnataka NEET UG 2025 admissions and secure a seat in top medical colleges.