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NEET MDS examination is conducted by NBEMS once every year to offer students admission to MDS course in various participating colleges. NBEMS is likely to release the NEET MDS official notification in February 2026. NEET MDS examination is likely to be conducted in the last week of April 2026 as per the last year’s NEET MDS Exam dates.
- To be eligible for NEET MDS, students must have completed a BDS program and must have completed a 1-year compulsory rotatory internship.
- NBEMS will conduct NEET MDS exam in CBT mode for a duration of 3 hours. There will be a total of 240 MCQs, carrying a total of 960 marks. Marking Scheme for NEET MDS includes +4 for each correct answer and -1 for each incorrect answer.
- Syllabus for NEET MDS is based on the subjects studied by aspirants during the BDS course.
- Students must keep themselves updated with the latest events of NEET MDS by regularly visiting the NEET MDS official website at natboard.edu.in.
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Key Summary
- NEET MDS is conducted by NBEMS for admission to MDS courses for state quota seats and 50% AIQ seats.
- Students must have completed BDS course along with a compulsory 1-year rotatory internship o be eligible to appear for NEET MDS exam 2026.
- Notification for NEET MDS is likely to be published by NBEMS in February 2026 and the registration is likely to start in the same month.
- NEET MDS is likely to be conducted in the last week of April 2026 and the result is likely to be declared in the last week of May 2026.
- The exam will be conducted in CBT mode with total number of questions being 240. Total marks in NEET MDS is 960.
- Students will get +4 marks for each correct answer and -1 mark for each incorrect answer.
What is NEET MDS 2026?
NEET MDS is conducted by NBEMS for admission to MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) under
Dentists Act, 1948. The examination is conducted for admission to 50% AIQ seats, State quota seats, and MDS courses at all private dental colleges across the country.
MDS courses at Armed Forces Medical Services Institutions are also offered based on NEET MDS entrance examination. Moreover, NEET MDS is also conducted as a screening test for dental surgeons (BDS & MDS) for Short Service Commission in Army Dental Corps.
NEET MDS 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS) |
| Conducting body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam level | National-level Postgraduate Entrance Exam |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode | Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Language | English only |
| Duration | 3 hours
|
| Total questions | 240 MCQs
|
| Total marks | 960 |
| Marking scheme | +4 for correct, −1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
| Official website | nbe.edu.in / natboard.edu.in |
NEET MDS 2026 Important Dates (Expected)
Based on the last year’s NEET MDS important dates, NEET MDS 2026 dates are listed in the table below.
| NEET MDS Dates 2026 (Expected) | NEET MDS Dates 2025 | Events |
|---|---|---|
| February-March 2026 | 18 February to 10 Marks 2025 | NEET MDS Application Process |
| 3rd week of March 2026 | 14 to 17 March 2025 | Editing of Application Form |
| Last week of March 2026 | 27 to 31 March 2025 | Final Editing of Application Form |
| 4 days before NEET MDS Exam 2026 | 15 April 2025 | Release of NEET MDS Admit Card |
| 3rd week of April 2026 | 19 April 2025 | NEET MDS Exam |
| 3rd week of May2026 | 19 May 2025 | NEET MDS Result |
| 31 March 2026 | 31 March 2025 | Completion of Internship Cutoff Date |
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Ques. When will NEET MDS 2026 be conducted?
Ans. As per the NEET MDS last year’s dates, NEET MDS is likely to be conducted in 3rd week of April 2026.
Ques. What is the result date of NEET MDS 2026?
Ans. Result for NEET MDS is likely to be declared in the 3rd week of May 2026. Students can check the NEET MDS result on the official website of NBEMS.
NEET MDS 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria for NEET MDS are released along with the NEET MDS Information Bulletin. As per the NEET MDS eligibility criteria, students must have completed BDS from a recognized university in India.
- Students must be registered with the State Dental Council and have obtained provisional or permanent registration.
- Aspirants must have completed a compulsory 1-year rotatory internship in an approved/recognised dental college.
- Only candidates who complete the 1-year rotatory internship by 31 March 2026 can take up the NEET MDS examination.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in Dental Surgery |
| Registration with SDC/ DCI | Provisional/permanent registration with State Dental Council (SDC) or DCI by July 31, 2026 |
| Internship | One-year Internship in a recognized Dental college |
| Eligibility Criteria for All India 50% Quota Seats | Candidates who have studied/passed BDS from J&K are also eligible for 50% AIQ seats. |
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Ques. Who is eligible for NEET MDS 2026
Ans. Candidates who have completed BDS program from any recognized institute are eligible for NEET MDS 2026. Students must also have completed 1-year compulsory rotatory internship to appear for NEET MDS exam 2026.
Ques. What is the age limit for NEET MDS 2026?
Ans. To be eligible for NEET MDS, aspirants must be of at least 20 years of age. There is no upper age limit for NEET MDS 2026.
NEET MDS 2026 Registration
NEET MDS registration process will be conducted by NBEMS online on the official website.
- You must complete the NEET MDS registration process using details like personal, academic, and contact details, also upload the required documents, and pay the registration fees.
- NBEMS is likely to begin NEET MDS registration in February 2026, and you must complete the registration for NEET MDS before the last date of registration.
Source: @natboard.edu.in
NEET MDS Registration Fees
NEET MDS registration fee is likely to be same as last year’s NEET MDS fee. As per the NEET MDS registration fee published in the NEET MDS information bulletin, Students belonging to the General/OBC/EWS Category must pay NEET MDS application fee of INR 3500. However, for SC/ST/PWD candidates, the NEET MDS application fee is INR 2500.
| Category | NEET MDS Registration Fee 2026 |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, and EWS | 3500 |
| SC, ST, and PWD | 2500 |
Source: @natboard.edu.in
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Ques. What is the fee for NEET MDS 2026?
Ans. The fee for NEET MDS 2026 is different for different categories. For general and EWS category candidates, the NEET MDS fee is INR 3,500, and for SC/ST/PWD candidates the NEET MDS fee is INR 2,500.
NEET MDS 2026 Exam Pattern
NEET MDS 2026 will be conducted in CBT mode with multiple-choice questions (MCQs) asked in NEET MDS examination. As per the NEET SS information bulletin, there will be a total of 250 MCQs in NEET MDS question paper, and each MCQ will have 4 options.
NEET MDS exam duration will be 3 hours. As per the NEET MDS marking scheme, students will get a maximum of 4 marks for each correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer from the overall score. There will be no negative marking for unattempted questions in NEET MDS question paper.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Number of Questions | 240 |
| Parts in Paper | Part A and Part B |
| Question Paper Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Maximum Marks | 960 |
| Marking Scheme |
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| Duration of Exam | 3 hours |
Source: @natboard.edu.in
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Ques. What is the pattern of NEET MDS 2026?
Ans. As per the NEET MDS information bulletin, NEET MDS will be conducted in CBT mode. There will be a total of 240 questions asked in NEET MDS. For each question 4 marks are allotted. 25% negative marking will be applicable for incorrect answers. Students can score a maximum of 960 marks in NEET MDS 2026.
NEET MDS Syllabus 2026
NEET MDS syllabus is based on the subjects studied by candidates during BDS program. The syllabus for NEET MDS, along with the weightage, is discussed in the table below.
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A | General Anatomy including embryology and histology | 14 |
| General Human Physiology and Biochemistry | 14 | |
| Dental Anatomy, Embryology & Oral Histology | 14 | |
| General Pathology and Microbiology | 14 | |
| General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics | 14 | |
| General Medicine | 15 | |
| General Surgery | 15 | |
| Part-A Total | 100 | |
| Part-B | Dental Materials | 14 |
| Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology | 14 | |
| Oral Medicine and Radiology | 14 | |
| Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry | 14 | |
| Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics | 14 | |
| Periodontology | 14 | |
| Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge | 14 | |
| Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | 14 | |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 14 | |
| Public Health Dentistry | 14 | |
| Part-B Total | 140 | |
| Grand Total (Part A + Part B) | 240 | |
Source: @natboard.edu.in
NEET MDS Admit Card 2026
NMEMS will make NEET MDS admit cards available on the official website. Students can download NEET MDS admit card at natboard.edu.in. For candidates not eligible for NEET MDS, admit card will not be issued.
- Aspirants will be notified via SMS/Email and website notification once the NEET MDS admit cards are made available by NBEMS.
- NEET MDS admit card will mention details like roll number of the candidate, personal details of the candidate, exam center name & address, date, and timing of the examination.
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NEET MDS Result 2026
Once the NEET MDS exam is conducted, NBEMS will prepare the NEET MDS results. Once the result for NEET MDS is released, students can check their NEET MDS results by visiting the official website of NBEMS. NEET MDS result will be available in the form of NEET MDS merit list PDF. Students can also download their NEET MDS score card using NBEMS login credentials.
- Before the release of NEET MDS results, any question in NEET MDS can be challenged for technical errors.
- After the release of NEET MDS result, no re-evaluation or rechecking or re-totaling will be allowed.
- Validity of NEET MDS result 2026 will only be valid for 2026 admission session for MDS course.
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Ques. How to check NEET MDS result 2026?
Ans. Students can check the NEET MDS result on the official website. NEET MDS result PDF will be available on the NBEMS official website in the notification section.
NEET MDS 2026 Cutoff
NEET MDS cutoff is determined based on the NEET MDS qualifying marks. As per the NEET MDS qualifying criteria, students belonging to the general/EWS category must score a minimum of the 50th percentile. Candidates belonging to reserved categories must score at least the 45th percentile marks.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentile | NEET MDS Cutoff 2026 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 261 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 244 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Including PwBD of SC/ST/OBC) | 45th percentile | 227 |
Source: @natboard.edu.in
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Ques. What is NEET MDS cutoff for general candidates?
Ans. For general category candidates, the NEET MDS cutoff is 261 Marks. Minimum NEET score required to qualify NEET MDS is 50th percentile.
Ques. What is the NEET MDS cutoff for OBC candidates?
Ans. For OBC category candidates, the minimum qualifying percentile required is 45th percentile. The NEET MDS cutoff for OBC category candidates based on the minimum qualifying percentile requirement is 227 marks.
NEET MDS 2026 Counselling
NEET MDS 2026 Counselling will be conducted online, and candidates will be asked to visit the allotted college/institution for document verification. Counselling for different quotas will be conducted by different bodies at separate schedules.
- All India 50% Quota – Medical Counselling Committee, Directorate General of Health Services
- State Quota Seats – State Designated Authority / University
- Private Dental Colleges / Institutions / Universities / Deemed Universities – Designated Counselling Authority of Private Dental Colleges / Institutions / Universities / Deemed Universities
- Armed Forces Medical Services – Army Dental Corps, Ministry of Defence, Government of India
NEET MDS Seat Allotment
The counseling authorities for allotment of various types of seats to eligible and successful candidates are summarized as follows:
| S.No | Types of Seats | Counseling Authority |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All India 50% QuotaDental Educational Institutions of the Central Government Universities established by an Act of Parliament are Deemed Universities | Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India |
| 2 | State quota seats in All Dental Institutions in a state and seats in institutions established by State government, Universities established by an Act of State / Union Territory Legislature, Municipal Bodies Trust, Society, Company, or Minority Institutions. | State Government or authority designated by the State Government |
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the website of MCC, NBE & State Counselling Authorities for the latest updates.
NEET MDS 2026 Reservation
NBEMS follows the reservation as per the government of India's reservation policies. Students can check the table below for NEET MDS reservation criteria 2026.
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC Candidates | 15% |
| ST Candidates | 7.5% |
| OBC Candidates | 27% (only in central government institutions / central universities |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD | 5% |
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NEET MDS 2026 FAQs
Ques. Is NEET MDS 2026 conducted in 2 phases?
Ans. No, NBEMS conducts NEET MDS once every year. There is no official notice for conducting NEET MDS 2026 in 2 phases.
Ques. What is NEET MDS 2026 exam date?
Ans. NEET MDS 2026 exam date is yet to be announced by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). The NEET MDS 2026 exam is likely to be conducted in the last week of April 2026.
Ques. Who conducts NEET MDS exam?
Ans. NEET MDS exam is conducted every year by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for admission to 6000+ MDS seats in top dental colleges of the country.
Ques. What is the qualifying cutoff for NEET MDS 2026?
Ans. The qualifying cutoff for NEET MDS 2026 has been released by NBE. The qualifying percentile is the 50th percentile for General candidates and the 40th percentile for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates. The corresponding qualifying scores have been announced along with the result.
Ques. How to download NEET MDS 2026 Scorecard?
Ans. To download the NEET MDS 2026 scorecard, candidates need to log in on the official website using their registration ID and password/ date of birth. Scorecard will only be available online and will not be sent via post.
Ques. Has NEET MDS Counselling started?
Ans. No, the NEET MDS 2026 Counselling schedule will be available soon on the official website.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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