What is the selection process for MDS and what is the minimum NEET MDS percentile required?
MDS ADMISSIONS :
- A candidate for admission to the MDS course must have a recognised degree of BDS awarded by an Indian University in respect of recognised Dental College under section 10 (2) of the Dentists Act, 1948 or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Dental Council of India and shoul
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The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) MDS is a selection process for MDS courses. The minimum qualifying percentile for the NEET MDS 2024 is:
General and EWS: 50th percentile
SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile
The minimum qualifying percentile for the NEET MDS 2023 was:
General and EWS: 50th perce
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Category | Fee (in INR) | |
|---|---|---|
Non-refundable | ||
For 50% AIQ/Central Universities | General | 1,000 |
SC/ ST/ OBC | 500 | |
For Deemed Universities | All categories | 5,000 |
Refundable | ||
For 50% AIQ/Central Universities | General | 25,000 |
SC/ ST/ OBC | 10,000 | |
For Deemed Universities | All categories | 2,00,000 |
The last date to register for NEET MDS 2026 counselling round 1 is August 29, 2026. Candidates need to submit online form timely to participate in the admission process.
Yes, the NEET MDS counselling 2026 has started online. Candidates can now register for NEET MDS 2026 round 1 counselling at mcc.nic.in.
No, and this is an important update for 2026 admission to all MDS seats, whether government, private, or management quota, is strictly through NEET MDS counselling. Direct admission without NEET MDS qualification is illegal. So don't fall for any college claiming to offer a "direct admission" route.
The NEET MDS counselling is generally conducted in four rounds. The counselling is held for 50% AIQ seats.
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