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NMC adds 9,911 MBBS seats for 2026-27; total intake reaches 1,36,939

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  1. NMC adds 9,911 MBBS seats for 2026-27, bringing total intake to 1,36,939.

  2. Seats are across 823 medical colleges, with 2,400 from new colleges.

  3. Private institutions offer more seats overall; Karnataka has the highest number.

  4. Private colleges must submit bank guarantees within seven days for new approvals.

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