2. What’s the process for NRI Quota Admissions?

The process for admission to NRI MBBS in Punjab consists of a transparent process for conducting counselling: 

• Clear the NEET UG 2026 examination and receive an eligibility letter from NEET.
• Complete the registration process for Punjab counselling; either through BFUHS (State) or MCC (All-India/Deemed).
• You will need to upload required documentation (NRI Documents and eligibility proof).
• The merit list will be published based on your score on the NEET test.
• The seat allotment occurs in rounds (Round 1, Round 2, stray round).
• Once you receive the allotted seat, you will need to report to the respective college to make the required fee payment.
• For the NEET UG 2026 exams, expect your counselling after NEET UG 2026 (most likely somewhere between June-July 2026).

3. MBBS NRI Quota Seats and Fees in Government Medical Colleges

Under Punjab Government Medical Colleges, MBBS NRI quota seats are distributed across major institutions. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences offers 15 seats, Government Medical College Amritsar and Government Medical College Patiala offer 13 seats each, while Guru Gobind Singh Medical College offers 22 seats. The total course fee for NRI candidates is approximately USD 110,000.

4. MBBS NRI Quota Seats and Fees in Private Medical Colleges 

In Punjab private medical colleges, MBBS NRI quota seats are available at Christian Medical College Ludhiana with 12 seats, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital with 15 seats, and Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences with 23 seats. The total MBBS course fee for NRI candidates in these institutions is approximately USD 110,000.

5. Punjab MBBS NEET UG Government Cut-Offs 2026

For Punjab MBBS NEET UG Government colleges under the NRI quota, the allotted NEET 2026 rank went up to 11,00,181. The maximum NEET score recorded in this category was 144 marks, while the minimum score was 144, indicating the closing cutoff for government NRI seats during the counselling process.

6. Punjab MBBS NEET UG Private Cut-Offs 2026

For Punjab MBBS NEET UG 2026 private medical colleges under the NRI quota, the allotted NEET rank extended up to 10,99,165. The maximum NEET score recorded in this category was 144 marks, and the minimum score was also 144, reflecting the closing cutoff for private NRI seats during counselling.

7. Eligibility Criteria for Applying For An NRI Quota Medical Seat In Punjab 2026

To apply under the NRI quota in Punjab through counselling conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Must qualify NEET UG 2026
• Minimum age: 17 years by 31 December 2026
• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English
• Minimum 50% marks in PCB (40% for reserved categories, as applicable)
• Must be NRI / Child of NRI / NRI-sponsored candidate
• Valid NRI documents required during counselling

NEET qualification is mandatory for all NRI quota admissions.

8. Important Documents for Punjab NRI MBBS NEET UG 2026

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card & Scorecard
• Class 10 & 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate
• Valid Passport (candidate & NRI sponsor)
• Visa / Residence proof of NRI
• Embassy Certificate confirming NRI status
• Sponsorship Affidavit
• Relationship Proof (Birth Certificate)
• Passport-size photos

All documents must be original at the time of admission.

9. Punjab NRI MBBS NEET UG 2026 – Registration Process (Step-by-Step)

Admission under the NRI quota is done through counselling conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS).

1. The first step is to qualify for the NEET UG exam by getting the required percentile score.
2. You need to go online to the website of BFUHS for counseling and register by using your NEET Roll number, email address, and mobile phone number along with your basic personal information.
3. Complete the application form with your academic details, NEET exam score, and choice of NRI category.
4. You need to upload scanned copies of your NEET score card, 10th & 12th marksheets, passport for you and your sponsor, certificate from Indian Embassy, affidavit for sponsorship, and proof of relationship with your sponsor.
5. Pay for the registration/counseling fee online and submit it.
6. The BFUHS will publish the NRI merit list after all NEET scores are known.
7. Once the NRI merit list is available, you must select your preferred medical college and lock in your choices before the due date.
8. When the college allotments are made, you can check allotment results through the website.
9. Download your allotment letter from the website, report to the college, show them your original documents, and pay your tuition fees to finalize your enrollment.

10. Key Facts – Punjab NRI MBBS NEET UG 2026

•  NEET UG Qualification is Mandatory for all NRI quota admissions.
•  Admission is conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS).
• Eligible candidates include NRIs, children of NRIs, or NRI-sponsored students.
• Admission is based on NEET score + separate NRI merit list.
• Fees are significantly higher than state quota seats (often ₹90 lakh–₹1.2 crore for full course).
• Valid NRI documents (passport, visa, embassy certificate, affidavit) are compulsory.
• NRI seats are available in selected government and private medical colleges in Punjab.
• Admission happens through online counselling rounds (Round 1, Round 2, stray round).
• No direct or management admission without counselling.

11. Frequently Asked Question (FYQs)