Since the NEET-UG exam was introduced, scores above700 have been considered to be the benchmark for securing a seat at an MBBS in India. As the 2025 examination approaches, medical admissions have changed significantly.
The "700+ Legacy": Why it Became a Benchmark
In the past, due to fierce competition for government seats and limited number of seats available, even a 10 point difference could determine whether or not a student was admitted into a government medical college. Over 20 lakh aspirants compete for approximately 15,000 MBBS seats, including private and deemed university seats. Scoring 700+ was a sign of success -- often linked to admission into prestigious institutions such as AIIMS or the top government colleges.
As the number of international and private MBBS options increases, the 700+ obsession has begun to fade.
Why 2025 is Different
Due to a number of factors, the NEET 2020 admissions trend is expected be quite different.
- Increasing Competition and Standardized Cutoffs:
Students are scoring higher because of easier question patterns and improved preparation strategies. The difference between a 700 and 650 score does not guarantee that college options will change dramatically. - Expanding global opportunities: Today, thousands of Indian students choose to Study MBBS abroad at destinations such as Georgia and Kazakhstan. This is because they only need a NEET score, not the top percentile.
- Recognition and Affordability Abroad:
Georgia offers NMC approved universities and globally recognized MBBS degree at a fraction the cost of Indian private colleges. Students who scored 130 or more in NEET are still able to pursue their dream of becoming doctors overseas.
(Follow the links to find detailed guides on Georgian universities and support for admissions at MBBS advisor).
The New Reality: Qualified is the new "High Score".
The focus of most students after NEET 2025 is not on chasing 700+ but rather qualifying, and finding a path. The NEET qualification marks will allow students to apply MBBS abroad where admissions are merit-based.
Students who choose to study MBBS at Georgia can expect a world-class education with globally recognized degrees and low living costs, all without having to worry about reaching the 700+ mark. (You can learn more about top Georgian medical universities at https://mbbsadvisor.in/).
Conclusion: Benchmark 700+ is becoming a myth
NEET is no longer the only pathway to becoming a physician. NEET2025 is a new era where awareness, smart decisions, and global exposure are more important than chasing an arbitrary number.
Don't give up if your score isn’t 700+. International MBBS Programs have opened up new opportunities for Indian students to pursue a rewarding and respected medical career.
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