Quick Facts
- AIIMS Delhi tops the NIRF Ranking 2025 for medical colleges with a score of 91.80.
- PGIMER Chandigarh and CMC Vellore hold second and third place, the Ministry of Education said.
- The NEET UG 2026 re-exam result is awaited and expected on or before July 20, 2026.
In This Article
The top 10 medical colleges in the NIRF Ranking 2025 are led by AIIMS Delhi, which scored 91.80 out of 100, according to the Ministry of Education (MoE).
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) released the medical college list on September 4, 2025. The rankings score institutions on teaching, research, graduation outcomes, inclusivity and perception. You can view the full list on the official NIRF medical rankings page. For students awaiting the NEET UG 2026 result, this list is a useful map of where those scores can take them.
Key Takeaways
- Government institutions dominate the top of the medical list, with AIIMS Delhi, PGIMER and JIPMER in the top four.
- The score gap is wide: AIIMS Delhi at 91.80 sits far ahead of the number two college at 82.58.
- Use NIRF ranks as one input, then weigh location, fees and NEET counselling quota before locking a choice.
CampusFeed Take
The most telling number in the NIRF Ranking 2025 is the gap at the very top. AIIMS Delhi scored 91.80, while the second college, PGIMER Chandigarh, scored 82.58, a spread of over nine points that no other pair in the top 10 comes close to matching. This tells NEET candidates something practical: the fight for AIIMS Delhi seats will stay brutal, so a strong backup list matters more than chasing a single dream college. Watch the top 10 closely when NEET UG 2026 counselling opens after the result, likely from late July 2026, because cutoff pressure tracks these ranks year after year. By Avinash.
Top 10 Medical Colleges: Full NIRF 2025 List
The top 10 medical colleges in the NIRF Ranking 2025 are the ten institutions with the highest overall scores in the medical category, as assessed by the Ministry of Education. AIIMS Delhi leads the list, and government institutions fill most of the top spots. The table below shows the rank, college, city and NIRF score for each, drawn from the official NIRF 2025 data.
| Rank | Medical College | City | NIRF Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AIIMS, Delhi | New Delhi | 91.80 |
| 2 | PGIMER | Chandigarh | 82.58 |
| 3 | Christian Medical College (CMC) | Vellore | 76.48 |
| 4 | JIPMER | Puducherry | 73.30 |
| 5 | SGPGIMS | Lucknow | 70.09 |
| 6 | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | Varanasi | 70.05 |
| 7 | NIMHANS | Bengaluru | 69.77 |
| 8 | King George’s Medical University | Lucknow | 68.77 |
| 9 | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Coimbatore | 68.52 |
| 10 | Kasturba Medical College | Manipal | 68.05 |
The standout data point is the drop after rank one. AIIMS Delhi (91.80) sits more than nine points clear of PGIMER Chandigarh (82.58), the widest single-step gap anywhere in this top 10.
About NIRF
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) is India’s official ranking system for higher education, launched by the Ministry of Education in 2015. It ranks colleges and universities across categories such as medical, engineering and management. NIRF uses five parameter groups: teaching and resources, research, graduation outcomes, outreach and inclusivity, and perception. Its 2025 edition ranked institutions across the country, and the full data sits on the NIRF India Rankings 2025 portal.
How Does the 2025 Ranking Compare to Last Year?
The NIRF Ranking 2025 kept AIIMS Delhi at the number one position, a spot it has held for several years running. PGIMER Chandigarh and CMC Vellore again filled the next two places, according to the Ministry of Education. The top of the medical list has stayed remarkably stable, which signals steady quality at these institutions rather than sudden change. For a NEET candidate, this stability is useful, because a college ranked highly year after year is a safer long-term bet than one that swings up and down.
Where Do the Rankings Fit With NEET 2026?
These rankings matter now because NEET UG 2026 results are close. The National Testing Agency (NTA) held the NEET UG 2026 re-examination on June 21, 2026, and media reports expect the result on or before July 20, 2026. The NTA has not yet confirmed an official result date. Candidates should track only the official NEET NTA portal for the scorecard and cutoff, and ignore unverified dates on social media.
“The academic session of 2026 to 27 will start as usual and will not be delayed,” the NTA has indicated in its public communication.
Once the result is out, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) runs All India Quota counselling, while states run their own quota rounds. Your NEET rank plus the NIRF list together shape a realistic college shortlist.
What This Means For You
If you are a student
Use the top 10 medical colleges list as a target map, not a wishlist. Match your expected NEET UG 2026 rank against last year’s closing ranks for each college and quota. Build a shortlist of ten to fifteen colleges across ranks, so you have safe, moderate and reach options ready when counselling opens.
If you are a parent
Look beyond the number one name with your child. A college ranked between four and ten still offers strong teaching and clinical exposure, often with better seat access. Check fees, hostel facilities and the counselling quota your family qualifies for before setting your heart on a single institution.
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If you are a school principal or teacher
Share the verified NIRF Ranking 2025 list with your senior science students during career sessions. Explain that ranks reflect research and outcomes, not just brand names. Point students to the official NIRF and NTA portals so they learn to rely on primary sources rather than rumour.
What Is Next
The immediate wait is for the NEET UG 2026 result, then counselling. Keep these dates on your radar:
- NEET UG 2026 result: expected on or before July 20, 2026 (date not yet officially confirmed).
- MCC and state counselling: to be announced after the result.
Which of the top 10 medical colleges fits your NEET rank and budget best?
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Last updated: July 08, 2026 at 13:45 IST
Last verified: July 08, 2026
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and is based on publicly available information at the time of publishing. Exam dates, cutoffs, fees, deadlines, eligibility criteria, and ranking details can change without notice. Always verify the latest information from the official portal of NIRF, NTA or the relevant institution before taking any action. CampusFeed and its authors are not responsible for decisions made based on this article. This is not legal, financial, or career advice. Please consult a qualified professional for individual guidance.
Written by Avinash. Published: July 08, 2026. Updated: July 08, 2026. Have a tip or correction? Write to us at editorial@campusfeed.in.
