NEET MDS 2025 Exam: Dates, Registration (Soon), Eligibility, Result, Cutoff, Counselling Process

Updated By Shuchi Bagchi on 18 Sep, 2024 13:58

NEET MDS 2025 Exam is likely to be conducted in the third week of March 2025. The registration process will begin in January 2025, tentatively. The NEET MDS 2024 Counselling allotment results for the stray vacancy round are released and the reporting in the allotted institutes is between September 9, 2024 to September 14, 2024,

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About NEET MDS 2025 (Registration Soon)

NEET MDS 2025 Exam is expected to be conducted in the third week of March 2025. The registration process is likely to begin in January 2025. The NEET MDS 2024 Counselling allotment results for the stray vacancy round are released on the official webpage. The reporting in the allotted institutes commenced on September 9, 2024, and will close on September 14, 2024, respectively.  Candidates must report at their institutes within deadlines to move further in the NEET MDS counselling process.

What is NEET MDS? NEET MDS, short for National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test for Master for Dental Surgery, is a national-level examination conducted every year by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) in a single window for all the Dental PG courses. The exam is conducted online. Post the result declaration, the NBE is responsible for publishing the result cum merit list of NEET MDS 2024 for 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) holds the NEET MDS counselling 2024 for 50% All India Quota (AIQ), ESIC/AFMS institutes, and 100% deemed/central universities. The admission to 50% of state quota seats and all private colleges is done by the respective state counselling official authorities. Scan this page for more information on the NEET MDS 2025 exam.

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Highlights of NEET MDS 2025

Here are some of the major highlights of NEET MDS 2025- 

Particulars

Details

Examination Purpose

Qualifying cum Ranking Exam for MDS Admission

Periodicity

Annual

Exam Pattern

Multiple-Choice Questions With Single Correct Answer

Total Number of Questions

240

Exam Duration

180 Minutes

Negative Marking

Yes (-1 for Each Incorrect Response)

Mode of Exam

Online Mode i.e., Computer-based

NEET MDS 2025 Important Dates

The NEET MDS 2024 Counselling allotment results for the stray vacancy round are released on the official webpage. The reporting in the allotted institutes commenced on September 9, 2024, and will close on September 14, 2024, respectively.  Candidates must report at their institutes within deadlines to move further in the NEET MDS counselling process. Further, students can check the NEET MDS 2025 Important Dates here along with the NEET MDS stray vacancy schedule  2024:

Events

Important Dates (Tentative)

Commencement of Application

2nd week of January 2025

Last Date of Application

2nd week of February 2025

Edit Window for All Candidates

Last week of February 2025

Final Edit Window to rectify Deficient/Incorrect Images

1st week of March 2025

NEET MDS 2025 Admit Card

2nd week of March 2025

NEET MDS 2025 Exam Date

3rd week of March 2025

NEET MDS 2025 Scorecard Release Date

Third week of March 2025

NEET MDS Counselling 2025 Round 1 process

July 2025

NEET MDS Counselling 2025 Round 2 process

July 2025

NEET MDS Counselling 2025 Round 3

August 2025

NEET MDS 2024 Online Stray Vacancy Round
NEET MDS 2024 Online Stray Vacancy RoundSeptember 2, 2024, to September 4, 2024 (up to 3.00 PM IST)
NEET MDS 2024 Choice Filling and LockingSeptember 2, 2024, to September 5, 2024 (up to 8.00 AM IST)
NEET MDS 2024 Online Stray Vacancy Round Seat Allotment ProcessingSeptember 5, 2024 to September 6, 2024
NEET MDS Online Stray Vacancy Round Result 2024September 7, 2024

NEET MDS Stray Vacancy Round 2024 Reporting at the Institutes

September 9, 2024 to September 14, 2024

NEET MDS 2025 Conducting Body

NEET MDS 2025 Exam is conducted by the National Board of Examination (NBE). NBE was established by the Government of India in 1975 with the aim to improve the quality of Medical Education in the country. Other than NEET MDS, the National Board of Examination also conducts FMGE 2024 Exam, NEET SS 2024, NEET PG 2024 , DNB - PDCET, and Fellowship Entrance Test.

NEET MDS Eligibility Criteria 2025

NEET MDS 2025 eligibility criteria is deemed necessary while securing admission to the Masters of Dental Surgery courses. The Dental Council of India (DCI) curates the NEET MDS Eligibility Criteria 2025 with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)’s approval. The basic requirements one must fulfill to appear for NEET MDS 2025 exam can be checked below:-

  • Students should hold a BDS degree from a recognized and renowned institute to ge eligible for the NEET MDS 2025 Exam.

  • Aspirants must have a permanent/provisional registration certificate with DCI or State Dental Council (SDC) by June 30, 2025.

  • One must complete their one-year compulsory rotatory internship by June 30 of the applied academic year.

NEET MDS 2025 Admission Process

Aspirants have to follow these steps to know about the NEET MDS 2025 admission process and learn how to secure a place in the best dental colleges.

  1. NEET MDS application form 2025

  2. NEET MDS admit card 2025

  3. Appear for the NEET MDS exam

  4. NEET MDS results

  5. Cutoff release

  6. Merit list release

  7. Counselling stage

  8. Seat allotment

  9. Admission

NEET MDS 2025 Application Process

NEET MDS application process is held in online mode where all eligible candidates need to register themselves to appear for the NEET MDS 2025 entrance exam. Without filling the application form of NEET MDS 2025, no students will be allowed to appear for the test. 

Paying for the NEET MDS 2025 application is simple. Use Net banking, debit cards, or credit cards. After a successful registration, download your NEET MDS 2025 admit card. Follow these steps to fill out the application:

  1. Visit the official National Board of Examinations (NBE) website.

  2. Click on NEET MDS registration for 2025.

  3. Provide details like name, parent’s information, email, contact details, and answer security questions.

  4. Upon registration, you'll receive a login ID and password.

  5. Sign in with these credentials.

  6. Begin filling out the NEET MDS 2025 application form.

  7. Input personal and academic information.

  8. Upload necessary documents.

  9. Choose your preferred exam centers.

  10. Pay the NEET MDS 2025 application fee.

  11. Print a copy of the NEET MDS application form for 2025.

Following these steps ensures a smooth completion of the NEET MDS 2025 application process.

Also read: Instructions to fill NEET MDS application form

NEET MDS 2025 Application Fees

Asprirants have to pay the NEET MDS 2025 application fee to submit their application form successfully. Here is the breakdown of NEET MDS application fee 2025.

Category

Mode

Amount

SC, ST

Online

₹ 3,250

General, EWS, OBC

Online

₹ 4.250

OBC, EWS, General - PwD

Online

₹ 3,250

Also read: List of documents required for NEET MDS 2025

NBE NEET MDS 2025 Syllabus

NEET MDS syllabus 2025 comprises all important topics that allow aspirants to learn deeply about the course. Students must refer to the NEET MDS Syllabus 2025 given below to know more.

PART A

PART B

General anatomy including embryology and histology

Dental materials

General and Dental pharmacology, and therapeutics

Oral medicine and Radiology

Dental anatomy, Embryology, and Oral histology

Oral pathology and Oral Microbiology

General surgery

Pedodontics and preventive dentistry

General Human Physiology and Biochemistry

Prosthodontics and crown and bridge

General pathology and Microbiology

Periodontology

General medicine

Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics

-

Oral and maxillofacial surgery

-

Conservative dentistry and Endodontics

-

Public health dentistry

How To Cover NEET MDS 2025 in Time?

Covering the NEET MDS 2025 syllabus can feel overwhelming due to its vast topics. To manage it effectively, consider these crucial tips:

  1. Divide into Sections:

    Break down the extensive syllabus into smaller sections. This approach ensures thorough coverage, preventing any parts from being overlooked.
  2. Space Out Study Time:

    Allocate study time throughout the day. Spreading out sessions lets you cover multiple chapters without feeling overwhelmed.
  3. Attempt Mock Tests:

    Practice regularly with mock tests to familiarize yourself with the NEET MDS 2025 exam's difficulty level. Mock tests assess your preparedness and highlight areas that may need more attention.
  4. Solve Previous Year Question Papers:

    Work on solving previous years' question papers. This practice offers insights into time management during the actual exam, helps understand the exam pattern, and refines your strategy for NEET MDS 2025.

Following these tips will help you efficiently navigate the NEET MDS 2025 syllabus, ensuring thorough preparation for the upcoming exam.

NEET MDS Exam Pattern 2025

Find the NEET MDS 2025 exam pattern given below to gauge an understanding of the overall paper pattern..

Events

NEET MDS paper pattern

NEET MDS entrance exam date

3rd week of March 2025

Exam time

9 am to 12 pm (3 hours)

Topics covered in NEET MDS exam

BDS curriculum - Clinical, Pre-Clinical, and Para-Clinical

No. of questions asked

240 multiple choice questions

Marking scheme

+4 marks for the right answer

-1 mark for a wrong answer

Medium of exam

English

NEET MDS Admit Card 2025

NEET MDS 2025 admit card is issued to all the successfully registered aspirants on the NBE’s official website. Students are required to submit their user ID and password to download the NEET MDS hall ticket 2025. NEET MDS 2025 Admit Card is not available offline and has to be downloaded in online mode.

Post downloading the NEET MDS 2025 hall ticket, students should paste their photograph on the document. The NEET MDS 2025 admit card comprises information such as name, roll no., allotted exam centre and city name, etc. Aspirants must note that the admit card of NEET MDS 2025 should be preserved till the very end of the admission process as it is needed during counselling rounds too.

NEET MDS 2025 Result

NEET MDS result 2025 is announced on the official website of NBE in the form of a PDF. It comprises the qualifying status of students, the scores they have obtained, roll no., and overall rank obtained. Here is how to download the result of NEET MDS 2025 given below.

To download your NEET MDS Result 2025 and scorecard, follow these simple steps:

NEET MDS Result 2025:

  1. Visit the official website at nbe.edu.in.

  2. Navigate to the NEET MDS section.

  3. Click on the "Result" button under the NEET MDS 2025 tab.

  4. The NEET MDS 2025 result PDF will open on the screen.

  5. To check your result, use Ctrl+F keys and input your roll number.

  6. Verify the roll number and view the marks scored out of 960, along with your NEET MDS 2025 rank.

  7. Download the NEET MDS 2025 result PDF by clicking on the download option.

  8. Take a printout for future reference.

NEET MDS 2025 Scorecard:

  1. Visit nbe.edu.in.

  2. Select the login window.

  3. Enter your assigned login credentials, including the application ID and password.

  4. The NEET MDS 2025 scorecard details will appear on the screen.

  5. Check your roll number, NEET MDS 2025 rank, marks scored out of 960, 50% AIQ rank, and category rank.

  6. Take a printout of the NEET MDS 2025 scorecard.

Make sure to keep a copy of your NEET MDS 2025 scorecard for your records.

Cutoff for NEET MDS 2025

NBE releases the NEET MDS 2025 cutoff along with the result on its official website. It comprises the minimum qualifying percentile that aspirants must secure to clear or qualify the exam. Students can check the expected NEET MDS cutoff 2025 given below for reference.

Category

Cutoff Marks

Cut off percentile

General and EWS - PH

245

45th percentile

SC/ST/OBC

227

40th percentile

General and EWS

263

50th percentile

SC/ST/OBC - PH

227

40th percentile

If the seats are left vacant after the release of cutoff and conduction of counselling rounds, DCI lowers the cutoff of NEET MDS 2025 to attract more candidates for admission.

NEET MDS Reduced Cutoff

The ministry (MOHFW) has decided to lower the qualifying cutoff percentile for NEET MDS 2024 by 21.692 percentile for each category.. Check the revised NEET MDS cutoff: 

General (UR/EWS)

28.308

SC/ST/OBC (Including PWD of SC/ST/OBC)

18.308

UR-PWD

23.308

NEET MDS 2025 Counselling

The NEET MDS 2024 Counselling allotment results for the stray vacancy round are announced on the official webpage. The candidate reporting in the allotted institutes commenced on September 9, 2024, and will close on September 14, 2024, respectively.  Candidates must report at their institutes within deadlines to move further in the NEET MDS counselling process. NEET MDS 2025 Counselling will be conducted in three rounds - Rounds I and II and if there are vacant seats, then a Mop Up Round will be conducted.

However, after reducing the NEET MDS cutoff, the ministry has notified the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) to announce the revised NEET MDS result 2024 with lowered qualifying percentiles and urged the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) to take the necessary actions based on the revised results. 

Below given are some of the highlights regarding NEET MDS 2025 Counselling.

Conducting Authority

MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) is responsible for NEET MDS counselling 2025

Seat Allocation

MCC handles 50% All India quota seats, ESIC and AFMC seats, and deemed/central university seats. Jammu and Kashmir aspirants participate in state-specific counselling

Counselling Rounds

There are three main rounds of NEET MDS 2025 counselling with a potential stray vacancy round. A separate mop-up round is conducted for central, deemed, and ESIC colleges

Eligibility

Qualifiers must meet the minimum qualifying percentile and clear the exam results to participate in NEET MDS counselling

Registration

Qualified candidates register online, providing preferences for colleges and courses

Seat Allotment

Allocation depends on choices, seat availability, NEET MDS rank, reservations, and other factors

NEET MDS 2025 Counselling: Allocation for Private Dental Colleges and 50% State Quota

Supervision:

  • Respective state counselling bodies manage seat allotment for NEET MDS 2025 in private dental colleges and the 50% state quota.
  • These counselling bodies are chosen by state governments to oversee the NEET MDS 2025 allocation process.

Counselling Approach:

  • NEET MDS 2025 counselling may occur in either online or offline mode, determined by the regulatory bodies overseeing the admission process.

Admission Steps:

  • After NEET MDS 2025 seat allocation, students secure admission through various steps, including payment of required fees, document submission, and adherence to counselling body procedures.

Required Documents for NEET MDS 2025 Counselling:

  • Essential documents for NEET MDS Counselling 2025 include NEET MDS 2025 admit card, BDS mark sheets, NEET scorecard, BDS Provisional Certificate/Degree Certificate, Internship completion certificate, Date of Birth certificate/Class 10 Certificate, Permanent/provisional registration certificate issued by State Dental Council/DCI, Identity proof, Disability Certificate (if applicable), and Caste Certificate (if applicable).

NEET MDS 2025 Exam Centres

The list of NEET MDS 2025 exam centres has been mentioned below in the table:

Agartala 

Kozhikode 

Ahmedabad 

Panaji 

Chennai 

Kannur 

Hyderabad 

Patna 

Aizawl 

Thiruvananthapuram 

Dehradun 

Lucknow 

Imphal 

Pune 

Allahabad 

Thrissur 

New Delhi 

Mohali 

Indore 

Puducherry

Ambala 

Tiruchirappalli 

Ernakulam 

Mumbai 

Jaipur 

Raipur 

Amritsar 

Udaipur 

Ranchi 

Mysuru 

Jammu 

Gurugram 

Asansol 

Vijayawada 

Guwahati 

Nagpur 

Jodhpur 

Solan 

Bengaluru 

Kohima 

Ganshinagar 

Naharlagun 

Kollam 

Shillong 

Bhopal 

Kolkata 

Hamirpur 

Noida 

Visakhapatnam 

Sikar 

Bhubaneswar 

Vizianagaram 

Hisar 

Navi Mumbai 

Warangal 

Srinagar 

Chandigarh 

NEET MDS 2025 Exam Timing

Candidates can go through the NEET MDS 2025 Exam Timing for the reference of the students.

Events

Timings

Entrance to the examination test

07:00 AM

Gate closing date

08:30 AM

Candidate login

08:50 AM

Exam starts

09:00 AM

Exam ends

12:00 PM

Contact Details

Postal Address:

National Board of Examinations

Medical Enclave, Ansari Nagar

Ring Road, New Delhi-110 029

P.O. Box No. 4931

New Delhi

Email Address:

Email nbeexamhelpdesk@gmail.com

Helpline Number:

18002674003 (Toll Free)

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FAQs about NEET MDS

Who is the exam conducting authority for NEET MDS 2025 exam?

NEET MDS 2025 exam is held by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). It is the official body that is in charge of conducting the test on a national scale. NBE releases all relevant information on its official website - nbe.edu.in. 

In total, how many seats are offered via NEET MDS 2025 entrance test?

More than 6,500 seats are made available for candidates who wish to secure admission through NEET MDS 2025 exam. Government and private institutions grant admission to all students based on their merit strictly. Since the exam is held at national level, the competition is quite tough for every seat.

What is the NEET MDS 2025 lower age criteria?

Basis the NEET MDS eligibility criteria 2025, students must not be less than 20 years of age while applying for the entrance exam. One has to be above the given age threshold to appear for the test. Official authorites hold the right to disqualify a candidate if any information found is incorrect.

Am I allowed submit NEET MDS 2025 application form offline?

No, students are not allowed to send in their application form of NEET MDS 2025 offline. They have to fill in the registration forms online. Students need to enter the details within the given stipulated timeline, post which, no registrations are accepted.

Is there any negative marking given for NEET MDS 2025 exam?

Yes, as per the NEET MDS 2025 marking scheme, -1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Similarly, for every correct answer, +4 marks are awarded, and no marks are assigned for unanswered questions. So, students remain aware while attempting the exam paper.

In total, how many questions are asked in NEET MDS 2025 exam?

Basis the NEET MDS 2025 exam paper pattern, a total of 240 multiple choice questions are asked in the exam. Students are given 3 hours to answer the questions. Based on the choices filled, aspirants will be assigned marks and results will be declared.

In total how many cities will the NEET MDS 2025 exam be conducted?

NEET MDS 2025 will be held in total 72 cities nationwide. Aspirants are requested to choose the exam centre closest to them to ensure they reach the exam hall on time. Any late entries are not allowed and aspirants will have to wait for another year to appear for the NEET MDS exam.

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Related Questions

I scored 108 marks in NEET MDS 2024. Can I get admission in any colleges?

-Dr SRIKANTA BAYALUpdated on July 19, 2024 03:21 PM
  • 1 Answer
Samiksha Rautela, Content Team

Dear Student, 

Unfortunately, a 108 score in the NEET MDS 2024 is not enough for you to apply for admission across dental colleges. According to the official notification, the NEET MDS Cutoff 2024 for General/EWS Category is 263 (50th percentile), for General PwBD is 246 (45th percentile) and for SC/ST/OBC, including PwBD is 230 (40th percentile).

However, there are a few Private dental college alternatives that offer MDS admission with the aforementioned score. These include, Sharda University, Sudha Rustagi College of Dental Sciences & Research, Manav Rachna University, Subharti University, AECS Maaruti College of Dental Sciences & Research Centre (AECS), …

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