Complete guide to MBBS in Odisha — top colleges, seat matrix, fee structure, management quota, cutoff ranks, and step-by-step admission process.
Odisha has 15 medical colleges with 1,800+ MBBS seats. SCB Medical College Cuttack is the oldest and largest. AIIMS Bhubaneswar and KIMS Bhubaneswar add quality capacity. Odisha has significant ST reservation benefits for tribal students.
| College Type | No. of Colleges | MBBS Seats | Annual Fees | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | 7 | 1,000 | ₹10,000–₹30,000/yr | State + MCC (15% AIQ) |
| Private Medical Colleges | 8 | 800 | ₹7L–₹12L/yr | State (50% SQ) + Institute (35% MQ + 15% NRI) |
| Deemed Universities | 0 | 0 | ₹12L–₹18L/yr | MCC AIQ only (100%) |
AIQ + State Quota: All government college seats have 15% reserved for All India Quota (filled by MCC on mcc.nic.in) and 85% for State Quota (filled by OJEE Medical Counselling Committee). Register for both simultaneously to maximise chances.
| College Name | City | Type | MBBS Seats | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCB Medical College Cuttack | Cuttack | Govt | 250 | ₹15,000 |
| MKCG Medical College Berhampur | Berhampur | Govt | 200 | ₹15,000 |
| Shri Ram Chandra Bhanj Medical College Cuttack | Cuttack | Govt | 100 | ₹15,000 |
| VSS Medical College Burla Sambalpur | Burla | Govt | 200 | ₹15,000 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar | Central (AIIMS) | 100 | ₹1,390/yr |
| Hi-Tech Medical College Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar | Private | 150 | ₹10L |
| IMS & SUM Hospital Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar | Deemed | 150 | ₹18L |
| Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) | Bhubaneswar | Private | 150 | ₹12L |
| Institute of Medical Sciences SUM Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar | Private | 150 | ₹11L |
| Pradyumna Bal Memorial Hospital PBMCH | Puri | Private | 100 | ₹9L |
Based on 2025 counselling data. Use as reference — 2026 cutoffs will vary based on NEET scores, seat changes, and competition.
| Category | Expected Score (Govt) | Private State Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Open | 490–530 | ₹7L–₹12L/yr | Qualifying marks only |
| OBC / Equivalent | 450–490 | 10–20 marks below General | Qualifying marks only |
| SC | 330–380 | Significant relaxation | Qualifying marks only |
| ST | 200+ | Highest relaxation | Qualifying marks only |
| College Type / Quota | Annual Fees | Total (5.5 years approx) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government College (State Quota) | ₹10,000–₹30,000/yr | Highly subsidised | Plus hostel, food, bond requirement |
| Private College (State Quota) | ₹7L–₹12L/yr | Moderate | Regulated by state body |
| Private College (Management Quota) | ₹12L–₹18L/yr | Higher | Regulated by FRC |
| NRI Quota | ₹18L–₹28L/yr | Highest | USD/INR based |
| AIIMS / Central Institutions | ₹1,390–₹10,000/yr | Minimal | Where available in Odisha |
Odisha management quota has ~350+ seats in private colleges. Fees of ₹12L–₹18L/year are among the most affordable in India for management quota. KIMS Bhubaneswar management quota is particularly well-regarded.
Management quota process starts after all regular counselling rounds complete. Typically October–November 2026.
Each college fills its management quota seats independently. Contact the admissions office with your NEET scorecard and documents.
Ensure the college and admission process is approved by OJEE Medical Counselling Committee / NMC. Never pay without an official allotment letter.
Pay fees via official channels (DD/bank transfer) to the college. Get receipts for all payments. Complete document submission and formalities.
Archway's advice: Management quota seats in Odisha fill very fast after state counselling ends. Contact us immediately after you know your state quota allotment outcome so we can check real-time seat availability.
Clear NEET UG 2026 with minimum qualifying percentile. Get your All India Rank and state rank.
Visit mcc.nic.in and register for All India Quota counselling — covers 15% seats in all government colleges + all deemed universities.
Visit ojee.nic.in and register for Odisha state quota counselling — covers 85% seats in government and private colleges.
Upload all required documents — domicile/nativity, category certificates, Class 10/12 marksheets, Aadhaar. Verify all details match exactly.
Fill college preferences strategically. List as many colleges as possible — from most to least preferred. Don't leave gaps in your list.
Review allotment. Choose Freeze/Float/Slide/Reject based on your strategy. Participate in subsequent rounds if upgrading.
Download allotment letter → report to college within deadline → submit original documents → pay fees → complete admission formalities.
Odisha has approximately 1,800+ MBBS seats across 15 medical colleges — 7 government colleges (1,000 seats), 8 private colleges (800 seats), and 0 deemed universities (0 seats). Note that deemed university seats are filled through MCC AIQ, not state counselling.
Private MBBS fees in Odisha: Government colleges charge ₹10,000–₹30,000/yr annually. Private college state quota costs approximately ₹7L–₹12L/yr annually. Management quota seats cost ₹12L–₹18L/yr annually. NRI quota fees are ₹18L–₹28L/yr annually. All private college fees are regulated by the state fee regulatory committee.
Yes. Odisha management quota has ~350+ seats in private colleges. Fees of ₹12L–₹18L/year are among the most affordable in India for management quota. KIMS Bhubaneswar management quota is particularly well-regarded. Any NEET-qualified student (regardless of home state) can apply for management quota seats. The minimum requirement is clearing NEET with the qualifying percentile (50th for General, 40th for reserved categories).
Based on 2025 data: Government MBBS state quota in Odisha — General category: 490–530 marks; OBC: 450–490 marks; SC: 330–380 marks; ST: 200+ marks. For management quota, only qualifying marks are needed. 2026 cutoffs will vary — use these as planning estimates.
Closed State — Odisha domicile required. However, management quota seats in private colleges are open to students from ALL states regardless of domicile. Additionally, deemed universities in Odisha (if any) fill seats through MCC AIQ which is open to all states.
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