Introduction
The NEET UG Karnataka Reservation Quota 2025 plays a crucial role in MBBS and BDS admissions in the state. Karnataka follows a category-based reservation system that allocates medical seats to different groups, including Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Hyderabad-Karnataka region students.
Candidates applying for 85% state quota seats must meet the eligibility criteria and submit valid category certificates to claim reservation benefits. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the NEET UG Karnataka reservation policy, seat distribution, and eligibility criteria for the 2025 admissions cycle.
NEET UG Karnataka Seat Distribution 2025
Medical seats in Karnataka are divided into different quotas:
All India Quota (AIQ) – 15% of Seats
- Open to all candidates across India
- Counselling conducted by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee)
State Quota – 85% of Seats
- Reserved for Karnataka domicile candidates
- Counselling conducted by KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority)
Private College Seats
- Open to both Karnataka and non-Karnataka candidates
- Includes Government Quota, Private Quota, and Management Quota seats
NRI & Other Quotas
- Separate quota for Non-Resident Indians (NRI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), and Foreign Nationals in private medical colleges
NEET UG Karnataka Reservation Quota 2025 (Category-Wise)
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) – Cat 1 | 4% |
| OBC – Cat 2A | 15% |
| OBC – Cat 2B | 4% |
| OBC – Cat 3A | 4% |
| OBC – Cat 3B | 5% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
| Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK Region) | 8% |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 5% |
| Kannada Medium Students | 1% |
Eligibility for NEET UG Karnataka Reservation Quota 2025
- Karnataka Domicile Requirement
- Candidates must have studied for at least 7 years in Karnataka
- Parent(s) should have resided in Karnataka for a minimum of 7 years
- Karnataka students who studied outside the state must provide a domicile certificate
- OBC/SC/ST Reservation
- Candidates must submit a valid caste certificate issued by the Karnataka authorities
- Income certificate required for OBC categories (except SC/ST candidates)
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Reservation
- Candidates from the General category with an annual family income of less than ₹8 lakh
- Must provide an EWS certificate issued by the Karnataka government
- Hyderabad-Karnataka Region (HK Region) Reservation
- 8% reservation for students from Bidar, Kalaburagi, Koppal, Raichur, Ballari, and Yadgir districts
- Candidates must submit an HK certificate from the Karnataka government
- PwD (Persons with Disabilities) Quota
- 5% reservation for candidates with benchmark disabilities
- Disability should be 40% or more (as per the NMC guidelines)
- A valid disability certificate from AIIMS or the state medical board is required
- Kannada Medium & Rural Quota
- Kannada Medium Students: 1% reservation for students who studied in Kannada medium from Class 1 to 10
- Rural Candidates: Reservation for students who completed Class 1 to 10 in a rural area (must provide a rural study certificate)
NEET UG Karnataka Seat Matrix 2025 (Expected)
The total medical seats in Karnataka are divided across government and private colleges:
| Type of College | Total MBBS Seats | Seats Under State Quota | Seats Under AIQ (15%) |
| Government Medical Colleges | 5,000+ | 4,250+ | 750+ |
| Private Medical Colleges | 7,000+ | 3,500+ (Government + Private Quota) | N/A |
| Deemed Universities | 2,000+ | N/A | N/A |
Important Documents Required for NEET UG Karnataka Reservation
📌 NEET UG 2025 Scorecard & Admit Card
📌 Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets & Certificates
📌 Karnataka Domicile Certificate (for state quota candidates)
📌 Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
📌 Income Certificate (for OBC & EWS candidates)
📌 Hyderabad-Karnataka Region Certificate (if applicable)
📌 PwD Certificate (if applicable)
📌 Kannada Medium Certificate (if applicable)
📌 Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport)
Important Dates for NEET UG Karnataka Admission 2025 (Tentative)
| Event | Tentative Date |
| NEET UG 2025 Exam | May 2025 |
| NEET UG 2025 Result | June 2025 |
| Karnataka Counselling Registration | July 2025 |
| Document Verification | July 2025 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2025 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | September 2025 |
| Mop-Up Round | October 2025 |
Conclusion
The NEET UG Karnataka Reservation Quota 2025 ensures fair representation of various categories in medical admissions. Candidates must check their eligibility, submit the required documents, and participate in KEA counselling for a successful admission process.
For the latest updates, visit the official KEA website. Best of luck with your NEET UG 2025 journey.