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Reservation Category

MBBS seat distribution across categories in Karnataka

What is Reservation Category in Medical Admission?

In medical education, reservation categories refer to the provision of seats allocated to different castes, categories, and special groups to ensure representation and access to medical education. Understanding reservation categories is essential for NEET students because it directly impacts category-wise seat availability and admission opportunities in medical colleges.

Reservations must be understood before analyzing the seat matrix, as the seat matrix is based on how seats are distributed across these reservation categories.

Vertical Reservation

Actual reservation percentages for Karnataka, as applicable to state-quota MBBS seats.

BC-1
4%
BC-2A
15%
BC-2B
4%
BC-3A
4%
BC-3B
5%
SC
15%
ST
3%

Horizontal Reservation

Horizontal reservation details for Karnataka haven't been published yet.

Seat Roster: If calculation gives decimal seats (e.g. 9.4), seats rotate across years - one year 9 seats, next year 10 seats - ensuring proportional distribution over time.

NRI Seats Available in Karnataka

Karnataka has NRI seat provisions in Private medical colleges.

View full NRI details →

Important Note

State eligibility rules and reservation percentages are subject to policy changes and sometimes legal challenges. Always verify the latest reservation structure from the official counselling authority of Karnataka before finalising your admission strategy.