Top Government Medical Colleges Without NEET 2026: Low Fees & High Salary Courses
- Tasmiya Shaikh
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
1. Introduction: NEET is Not the End
Did you know you can study at AIIMS Delhi or JIPMER without cracking NEET?
Most students think NEET is the only gateway to a Government Medical College. That is false.
There are thousands of seats in High-Salary Medical Courses like Nursing, Paramedical, and Naturopathy that have their own separate entrance exams.
In this blog, we reveal the Top Government Medical Colleges Without NEET 2026 where the fees are less than ₹5,000 per year and the career scope is massive.
2. Government Medical Colleges Without NEET 2026
This is the best-kept secret. AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) conducts its own entrance exam for paramedical courses.6 You do NOT need NEET scores here.
Exam Name: AIIMS Paramedical Entrance Exam 2026
Courses Offered:
B.Sc in Optometry (Eye Specialist)7
B.Sc in Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology (MRI/CT Scan)8
B.Sc in Operation Theatre Technology (OTT)
Fees: Approx ₹1,000 - ₹1,500 per year (Yes, that cheap!).
Salary: AIIMS recruits its own graduates at starting salaries of ₹50,000 - ₹65,000/month.
📅 2026 Tentative Date: Registration starts in February 2026. Exam in June 2026.
3. B.Sc Nursing in Govt Colleges (Separate Exams)
While some states use NEET for Nursing, the top Central Institutes still conduct their own tests.10
1. AIIMS B.Sc Nursing (Hons):
Eligibility: Only for Female candidates.
Exam: AIIMS B.Sc Nursing Entrance 2026.
Why Join: 100% Job security. You become a "Nursing Officer" with a salary of ₹75,000/month (Level 7 Pay Matrix).
2. PGIMER Chandigarh:
Exam: PGIMER Nursing Entrance.
Status: One of the most prestigious institutes in Asia.
3. KGMU Lucknow / ABVMU:
Exam: CNET (Common Nursing Entrance Test) for UP Govt colleges.
4. BNYS: Become a "Doctor" Without NEET14
If you want the "Dr." prefix but don't have a NEET score, BNYS (Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences) is your answer. You become a registered Doctor.
Top Govt Colleges for BNYS:
Govt Yoga & Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai (Admission via 12th Marks Merit).15
Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – Offers BNYS with low fees.
Admission Mode: mostly based on Class 12th PCB Merit or State CETs.
5. B.Pharm & Physiotherapy (BPT)
Pharmacy (B.Pharm):
Top Govt Colleges: Jamia Hamdard (Delhi), ICT Mumbai, Jadavpur University.
Admission: Through State CETs like MHT-CET (Maharashtra), WBJEE (Bengal), or GPAT (for masters).16
Physiotherapy (BPT):
Top Govt College: IPGMER Kolkata, Govt Physiotherapy College, Trichy.
Admission: Many accept IPU CET or direct 12th Merit.
6. List of Exams to Watch in 2026
Don't rely on just one exam. Fill these forms to guarantee a Govt seat.
Exam Name | Course | Application Month (Est.) |
AIIMS Paramedical | Radiology, OTT, MLT | Feb 2026 |
AIIMS Nursing | B.Sc Nursing | Feb 2026 |
IPU CET | BPT / B.Pharm | March 2026 |
MHT CET | B.Pharm / Pharm.D | March 2026 |
RUHS Entrance | Nursing / Paramedical | April 2026 |
7. Conclusion: Start Preparing Now
You don't need to drop a year for NEET.
Target the AIIMS Paramedical Exam 2026. The syllabus is similar to NEET but the competition is 10x lower.
Action: Check the syllabus for AIIMS Paramedical.
FAQ
1. Can I get a government medical college without NEET in 2026?
Yes. Institutes like AIIMS, JIPMER, and PGIMER conduct their own separate entrance exams for courses like B.Sc Nursing, Optometry, and Radiology.17 You do not need a NEET score for these.
2. Which is the best medical course without NEET with high salary?
B.Sc Nursing (from AIIMS) and B.Sc Radiology offer the highest starting salaries, ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000 per month in government hospitals.
3. Is BNYS a good option without NEET?
Yes, BNYS allows you to become a registered Doctor (Naturopathy).18 Many government colleges in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka offer admission based on Class 12th Merit (no entrance exam).
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