Sticker shock is real. For 2025, Allen Kota NEET fees sit roughly between ₹1.60-₹2.15 lakh for a standard classroom year before scholarships. That range swings based on your batch (XI two‑year, XII one‑year, or Dropper), scholarship rank, and whether you opt for premium micro-batches. If you’re budgeting for the full Kota year, expect tuition + living to land in the ₹3.0-₹4.5 lakh band unless big scholarships kick in.
I track coaching costs for families each season. Allen releases a fee brochure for every session (city + program). The numbers below mirror last session’s official ranges and current 2025 inquiries, so you can budget today and fine‑tune when your exact batch opens.
Program (Kota) | Who it’s for | Duration | Tuition fee (₹) | Registration / Admission | Study material | Notes |
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Nurture (XI → 2‑year NEET track) | Students entering Class XI | 2 years (pay yearly) | ₹1,60,000-₹1,85,000 per year | ₹3,000-₹7,000 (some years included) | Usually included; confirm kit version | Total before scholarship across 2 years: ~₹3.2-₹3.7 lakh |
Enthusiast (XII one‑year) | Students entering Class XII | 1 year | ₹1,70,000-₹1,95,000 | ₹3,000-₹7,000 | Often bundled; check digital access | Premium batches may be +₹10-₹25k |
Leader (Dropper/Target) | NEET droppers after XII | 1 year | ₹1,85,000-₹2,15,000 | ₹3,000-₹10,000 | Kit + tests mostly included | Micro-batches/Topper sections cost more |
Premium / Micro / Achiever Batches | Shorter batch size / curated faculty | 1 year | Tuition +₹10,000-₹40,000 over base | Often included | - | Seat-limited; scholarship rules vary |
Test Series (AITS) only | Any NEET aspirant | Season | ₹9,000-₹12,000 | - | - | Online + offline centers; GST applies |
Distance Learning (DLPD) | Self-study with Allen materials | Season | ₹14,000-₹28,000 | - | Included | Cheaper; no daily classroom |
What about GST? Allen Kota’s brochure usually quotes fees inclusive of GST for classroom programs. Test series and some digital services often show GST separately at the time of billing (education services draw 18% GST per CBIC). Always read the exact line item on your proforma invoice.
Primary sources I rely on: Allen Career Institute Fee Structure Brochure (Kota Centre) for 2024-25, TALLENTEX and ASAT scholarship documents, and yearly center updates. For 2025-26, expect minor shifts until the new PDF is published for your batch window.
Your “headline fee” is one thing; what you pay is another. Here’s the breakdown families miss in the rush.
Quick formula (use this before you pay):
Net payable = Tuition - (Scholarship% × Tuition) + Registration + Any unbundled material/digital/test fees + Applicable GST on those extras
Example 1 (Dropper): Tuition ₹1,95,000, scholarship 30%, reg. ₹5,000. Material included. AITS included. Net = 1,95,000 - 58,500 + 5,000 = ₹1,41,500.
Example 2 (XII one‑year with add-ons): Tuition ₹1,80,000, scholarship 20%, reg. ₹5,000, AITS extra ₹10,000 + 18% GST (₹1,800). Net = 1,80,000 - 36,000 + 5,000 + 11,800 = ₹1,60,800.
Red flags to avoid:
Allen’s scholarship stack is real. The institute publishes clear slabs tied to tests and achievements. These are the usual routes:
How to get your best slab:
Scholarship math example:
You earned a 50% tuition scholarship on the Dropper batch. Tuition ₹2,00,000 → Pay ₹1,00,000 + registration ₹5,000 + any extras. If you also get a 10% “early registration” rebate, check if it applies on base or net; Allen’s brochures specify the order of application. Read those lines.
Proof you’ll need (keep originals + scans):
Source notes: Scholarship slabs and eligibility are published in the Allen Scholarship Rulebook for each session and in TALLENTEX/ASAT notifications. Ask the Kota center for the 2025-26 booklet when you register or attend counseling.
If you’re moving to Kota, your total spend = coaching + living. Here’s a practical planner families use with me.
Cost Head | Typical Range (Monthly) | Notes |
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Hostel/PG Room | ₹7,000-₹15,000 | Single non-AC at the low end; premium/AC ₹14,000-₹18,000 |
Mess/Food | ₹3,500-₹6,000 | Combo hostels often quote an all-in monthly rate |
Utilities/Wi‑Fi | ₹300-₹800 | Sometimes included in hostel rent |
Laundry/Housekeeping | ₹400-₹1,000 | Per kg or monthly plan |
Local Travel | ₹200-₹600 | Walkable areas save here; pick hostels within 1 km of center |
Books/Stationery | - | ₹3,000-₹7,000 per year |
Emergency/Health | - | ₹3,000-₹10,000 buffer per year |
Rule of thumb monthly: ₹10,000-₹18,000 for living, depending on your room type and food choices. Yearly living cost: ₹1.2-₹2.1 lakh. Add coaching net fee to get your all-in budget.
Budget example (Dropper with modest hostel):
Total: ~₹2.9-₹3.0 lakh for the year.
Pro tips that save money in Kota:
If you want the exact figure, here’s the shortest path that works for students I guide.
Refund basics to know before you swipe:
Common pitfalls I see:
Checklist: documents at admission
Mini‑FAQ
Are Allen Kota fees different from other cities? Yes. Fees change by city, infrastructure, and faculty pool. Kota often sets the reference price; metros and premium centers can be higher.
Does the fee include hostel? No. Coaching fee and living cost are separate. Some hostels offer tie‑ups with coaching schedules, but billing is independent.
Is GST included? Classroom fees in the Kota brochure are usually inclusive of GST. Test series/digital items may show GST at checkout. Read your invoice.
How much do premium/micro-batches cost? Anywhere from ₹10,000 to ₹40,000 over the base tuition, depending on batch size and faculty. Scholarships may differ-confirm in writing.
Can I shift batches later? Usually yes, subject to seat availability and policy. Fee differences are adjusted per rules. Batch changes mid-season can be hard in peak months.
Is there EMI? Allen typically offers installment plans (two parts or scheduled payments). Third‑party EMIs are rare. Ask the center for your session’s options.
Distance learning vs classroom-how big is the fee gap? Large. DLPD with materials + AITS often costs ₹14,000-₹28,000, but you miss daily classes and doubt counters. Decide based on your discipline and past performance.
Any extra discounts? Early registration or loyalty (ex‑Allen student/sibling) sometimes apply. Small amounts but worth asking.
Next steps / troubleshooting
Bottom line: use the ranges here to set a realistic budget, then let the official Kota brochure and your scholarship result finalize the number. Once you’ve got the PDF and a proforma invoice, the math is simple-and you’ll avoid 90% of fee surprises.
Written by Arjun Mistry
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