The Government of Uttar Pradesh has approved a major expansion in medical education for the academic year 2025–26 by adding 950 MBBS and 271 postgraduate (PG) medical seats across government and private colleges. This initiative is part of the state’s plan to address the doctor shortage and improve medical training infrastructure in both urban and rural areas. According to official updates, the move aims to enhance opportunities for medical aspirants while simultaneously strengthening the state’s public healthcare network.
Revised Distribution of MBBS Seats in Uttar Pradesh
A total of 950 MBBS seats will be added across multiple government and private institutions in the state. Among these, 750 seats are allocated to 12 private medical colleges, while 200 new seats will be introduced in three government-run medical colleges.
With this addition, the total number of MBBS seats in Uttar Pradesh will now reach approximately 12,800 for the 2025–26 academic session. Out of these, 5,450 seats are available in government colleges, while 7,350 seats belong to private institutions.
PG Medical Seats Expanded Across Uttar Pradesh Colleges
In addition to undergraduate seats, the government has also approved an increase of 271 postgraduate seats in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Surgery (MS) programs. Out of these, 233 seats have been allotted to government medical colleges, while 38 seats are being added to private institutions. The revised intake aims to ensure better availability of specialized doctors and support advanced training in key disciplines such as general medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and obstetrics.
Objective Behind the Expansion
The addition of these seats is expected to boost medical education infrastructure and increase accessibility to healthcare in Uttar Pradesh. By expanding capacity across both UG and PG levels, the government aims to create a sustainable pipeline of trained medical professionals to serve the state’s growing population. Authorities have emphasized that this decision aligns with long-term healthcare reforms intended to improve medical services and bridge the doctor-to-population gap.
