NEET UG 2025: Maharashtra is home to some of the most prestigious medical colleges in India, renowned for their high-quality education and state-of-the-art facilities. Three institutions from the state have secured top positions in the NIRF Rankings 2024, including one private and two government medical colleges. Among them is the esteemed Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC). Here’s a detailed look at their MBBS fees and NEET UG cutoff ranks.
Top Medical Colleges in Maharashtra
Maharashtra boasts three major medical institutions that have excelled in national rankings:
- Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth
- Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research
- Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC)
Let’s explore the fees and admission cutoffs for these colleges.
Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth
Dr. DY Patil Medical College, Pune, part of Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth, has secured the 11th rank in the NIRF Rankings 2024. Established in 1999, this is a private medical college known for its academic excellence.
- MBBS Fees: The total cost of an MBBS course here is approximately Rs 1 crore. For a detailed fee structure, students should check the official website.
- NEET UG Cutoff: The cutoff rank for MBBS admission in NEET UG 2024 was 287,730.
Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research
Formerly known as Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DMIMS), this deemed university operates two medical colleges:
- Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Wardha
- Datta Meghe Medical College of Campus Wanadongri, Nagpur
In NIRF 2024 rankings:
- It ranks 71st overall.
- 42nd in the university category.
- 24th in the dental colleges category.
- MBBS Fees: The annual fee for the MBBS program is Rs 20,75,000.
- NEET UG Cutoff: In NEET UG 2024, the cutoff rank for admission was 1,05,591 during round 4 of seat allotment (General AI category).
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC)
Established in 1948, Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, is a highly respected government institution. It secured the 30th rank in the NIRF 2024 Medical College Ranking and remains a top choice for medical aspirants in India.
- MBBS Fees: As a public institution, the fees are significantly lower. The MBBS tuition fees range from Rs 60,000 to Rs 70,000 per year. However, fees for PG programs (MD/MS) are comparatively higher.
- NEET UG Cutoff: For General/EWS category, the NEET UG 2024 cutoff rank at AFMC Pune was between 720 and 164.
These medical colleges continue to attract top-ranking students, offering high-quality education at competitive fee structures.
