The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Masters of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS) is a nationally recognized entrance examination in India for admission into various postgraduate dental programs. It serves as a pivotal assessment for dental graduates aspiring to specialize in different fields of dentistry.
NEET MDS evaluates candidates' knowledge, understanding of dental concepts, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills. The exam typically covers topics related to oral and maxillofacial surgery, prosthodontics, periodontics, oral medicine, and other dental specialties. The examination format consists of multiple-choice questions designed to gauge candidates' expertise in these areas.
NEET MDS stands for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Masters of Dental Surgery. It is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for admission to the Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) courses in India.
The NEET MDS exam is a single window entrance exam for all dental PG courses. It is a computer-based test (CBT) and is conducted in two parts:
Event | Date (Tentative) |
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Application form release | First week of January 2024 |
Last date to fill form | 4th week of January 2024 |
Correction window | 1st week of February 2024 |
Admit card to be issued | Last week of February 2024 |
Exam date | First week of March 2024 |
Result announcement | 3rd week of March 2024 |
The NEET MDS 2024 result is not yet released. It is expected to be released in March 2024. The result will be released online on the NBE website.
The NEET MDS result will contain the following information:
Course | Cut-off (General) |
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MDS General | 60% |
MDS Lateral Entry | 55% |
The NEET MDS 2024 counselling and seat allotment process will be conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). The counselling process will be conducted online.
The counselling process will be divided into two phases:
In Phase 1, the candidates will be ranked on the basis of their NEET MDS scores and the availability of seats in AIQ colleges. The candidates will be allotted seats in the order of their rank.
In Phase 2, the candidates will be ranked on the basis of their NEET MDS scores and the availability of seats in state colleges. The candidates will be allotted seats in the order of their rank and the state of their choice.
The counselling process will be conducted in a number of steps:
The NEET MDS 2024 seat allotment will be done in two phases:
In Phase 1, the candidates will be ranked on the basis of their NEET MDS scores and the availability of seats in AIQ colleges. The candidates will be allotted seats in the order of their rank.
The number of seats available in AIQ colleges is 50% of the total number of seats in MDS courses in India.
In Phase 2, the candidates will be ranked on the basis of their NEET MDS scores and the availability of seats in state colleges. The candidates will be allotted seats in the order of their rank and the state of their choice.
Scheduled Castes (SC): A percentage of seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste category.
Scheduled Tribes (ST): A percentage of seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribe category.
Other Backward Classes (OBC): A certain percentage of seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the Other Backward Classes category.
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): A reservation might be provided for candidates from economically weaker sections as per government guidelines.
Persons with Disabilities (PwD): There's usually a reservation for candidates with specific disabilities, as defined by the Disabilities Act.
Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
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Part A: General Knowledge and Aptitude | 50 | 100 |
Part B: Dental Sciences | 190 | 140 |
Total | 240 | 240 |
Subject | Topics |
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General Knowledge and Aptitude | General science, current affairs, reasoning, numerical ability |
Anatomy | Gross anatomy, histology, embryology, oral anatomy |
Physiology | Human physiology, dental physiology |
Biochemistry | Biochemistry, dental biochemistry |
Microbiology | Microbiology, dental microbiology |
Pathology | General pathology, oral pathology |
Pharmacology | Pharmacology, dental pharmacology |
Prosthodontics | Basic principles of prosthodontics, crown and bridge, removable partial denture, complete denture |
Orthodontics | Basic principles of orthodontics, fixed appliances, removable appliances |
Pedodontics | Basic principles of pedodontics, preventive dentistry, dental caries, pulp treatment |
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Basic principles of oral and maxillofacial surgery, surgical anatomy, exodontia, oral and maxillofacial trauma |
Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | Basic principles of conservative dentistry, endodontics |
Community Dentistry | Basic principles of community dentistry, oral health education, epidemiology |
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