Uttar Pradesh is one of the leading states in India for medical education, offering several reputed government and private medical colleges for MBBS aspirants. Admission to these colleges is conducted through the NEET-UG 2026 examination followed by counselling under the All India Quota (15%) and Uttar Pradesh State Quota (85%). Students planning to pursue MBBS in Uttar Pradesh should consider factors such as college reputation, infrastructure, clinical exposure, hospital facilities, fees, available seats, and previous NEET cut-off trends before selecting their preferred college. (AI Image)

The highest number of govt medical seats are in India are in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Government medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh generally have affordable fees, usually ranging from Rs 1–4 lakh for the complete MBBS course. Private medical colleges may charge significantly higher fees depending on the institution. For NEET-UG 2026, top government medical colleges are expected to require very high scores, with leading institutes likely needing 650 marks or above for general category candidates. (File/Representative Image)

Among the top medical colleges in UP is King George’s Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow known for excellent academics, advanced healthcare facilities, and strong clinical exposure. The college offers around 250+ MBBS seats, with admission requiring a highly competitive NEET rank. (File/Representative Image)

IMS BHU is one of India’s premier medical institutes, offering quality education, and research opportunities. It has around 100 MBBS seats and remains one of the most preferred choices among NEET toppers. (File/Representative Image)

Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow is a modern government medical institute offering advanced infrastructure, updated laboratories, and quality medical training. It has around 200 MBBS seats. (File/Representative Image)

Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College is one of the oldest medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Its associated hospital provides students with extensive clinical learning opportunities. (PTI Photo)

Established as a historic medical institution, MLN Medical College provides strong academic training and practical exposure through its affiliated hospitals. (File/PTI)

Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College is a leading government medical college in western Uttar Pradesh, known for its teaching facilities and patient care services. (File/Representative Image)

Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur serves eastern Uttar Pradesh and offers good clinical exposure through its attached hospital facilities. (File/Representative)