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- By Sarju Saran Tiwari
- Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:33 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
NEET PG 2025 Good Rank Guide: With the NEET PG 2025 results set to be announced on September 3, candidates are eager to know what a “good rank” should be to secure their desired postgraduate medical seat. A good rank depends on several factors, such as category, choice of branch, and college location.
While ranks ranging from 1 to around 10,000 are generally considered competitive for top colleges, the exact numbers vary. For instance, general category candidates seeking admission to highly sought-after branches like radiodiagnosis or dermatology may have to secure a rank between the top 4,000 to 5,000. On the other hand, non-clinical branches may be available at ranks up to 30,000.
Good Rank in NEET PG 2025: Category-Wise
The definition of a good rank changes with reservation benefits. General category candidates usually need to rank between 4,000 and 6,000 for a decent clinical seat, while SC/ST candidates may secure such seats even with ranks between 12,000 and 20,000.
Expected Good Rank Range by Category
| Category | Good Rank Range |
|---|---|
| General | 4,000 – 6,000 |
| EWS | 6,000 – 9,000 |
| OBC | 9,000 – 12,000 |
| SC/ST | 12,000 – 20,000 |
Good Rank in NEET PG 2025: Course-Wise
Popular clinical branches like Radiodiagnosis, General Surgery, Dermatology, and Internal Medicine demand higher ranks due to limited seats and high competition. Peripheral or less competitive colleges may admit candidates with ranks up to 10,000 for these courses.
Table 2 – Course-Wise Good Rank Range
| Course/Branch | Good Rank Range |
|---|---|
| Radiodiagnosis | 4,000 – 5,000 |
| General Surgery | 4,500 – 6,000 |
| Dermatology | 4,000 – 5,000 |
| Medicine | 4,000 – 6,000 |
| Non-Clinical Branch | 20,000 – 30,000 |
NEET PG 2025 Expected Cut-Off
The NEET PG 2025 question paper was comparatively easy, so the cut-off is expected to rise. Candidates in the UR category may need scores between 290–310, while SC/ST/OBC candidates may qualify with 270–290.
Tie-Breaking Criteria:
When two or more candidates secure the same marks, ranking is decided based on:
-Higher number of correct responses.
-Lesser negative responses.
-Older age of candidate.
-Higher aggregate marks in MBBS professional exams.
A "good rank" in NEET PG 2025 is relative i.e.driven by category, branch, and cut-off trends. Strategic preparation and realistic college choices are key to securing a preferred seat.
