How many NEET marks are required to get MBBS admission abroad in Russia or Ukraine?
For MBBS in Russia or Ukraine you only need to qualify NEET, not score high. General and EWS students need the 50th percentile, roughly 135 to 145 marks, while OBC, SC and ST need the 40th percentile, about 107 to 115 marks, to validate the degree in India.
Here is the relief for you: to study MBBS in Russia or Ukraine, you only need to qualify NEET-UG, not chase a top merit rank. Under NMC rules, hitting the minimum qualifying percentile for your category is what validates your foreign degree and lets you sit the NExT or FMGE licensing exam back home.
Minimum NEET Marks by Category
| Category | Percentile | Approx Marks (out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| General or EWS | 50th percentile | 135 to 145 |
| OBC, SC or ST | 40th percentile | 107 to 115 |
| Top government universities | Internal screening | May prefer 300 to 400 plus |
Other Eligibility and Rules
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Class 12 marks | Minimum 50 percent in PCB for General, 40 percent for reserved categories |
| Core subjects | English passed as a compulsory subject |
| Age limit | At least 17 years by 31 December of the admission year |
| Score validity | Qualified NEET score valid 3 years for MBBS abroad |
| Destination note | Many students now avoid Ukraine and prefer Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan or Georgia |
My Advice
Do not stress about a huge NEET score; focus on clearing your category percentile and keeping your PCB above the required threshold. Given the ongoing situation, I would steer you toward NMC-listed government universities in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan or Georgia for a 2027 intake rather than Ukraine, and begin NExT preparation from year one so your return to practise in India stays on track.
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