National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) 2025

Purpose

NEET MDS is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admissions to postgraduate dental courses like Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in various specializations.

Conducting Authority

The exam is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold an MDS or a Diploma recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI).
• Minimum Marks: There is no minimum marks requirement for NEET MDS.
• Residency: Candidates must be Indian nationals or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI).
• Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for NEET MDS.
• Number of Attempts: Candidates can attempt the exam up to three times in consecutive years.

Exam Schedule

• Notification Release: 4th week of January 2025
• Application Form Release: 1st week of March 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 3rd week of April 2025
• Correction Window: 2nd week of May 2025
• Admit Card Availability: 1st week of June 2025
• Exam Date: March 29 and 30, 2025
• Result Declaration: 2nd week of July 2025
• Counselling and Seat Allocation: Begins immediately after result declaration

Application Process

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the NBEMS website (natboard.edu.in).
2. Register: Complete the registration process by entering the required details.
3. Fill the Application Form: Fill out the NEET MDS application form and upload scanned documents.
4. Pay the Application Fee: Pay the fee using credit/debit cards or net banking.
5. Submit the Form: Submit the application form and print a hard copy for future reference.

Application Fee

• General Category Candidates: ₹4,250
• SC/ST/PwD Candidates: ₹3,000

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Computer-based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (210 minutes)
• Total Questions: 200 multiple-choice questions
• Total Marks: 800 marks
• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Medium: English

Syllabus

The syllabus is based on the MDS curriculum. Here are the main subjects and topics covered:

Pre-clinical Subjects

• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Biochemistry

Clinical Subjects

• Pharmacology
• Pathology
• Microbiology
• Forensic Medicine
• Community Medicine
• General Medicine
• General Surgery
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Paediatrics
• Anaesthesia
• Orthopaedics
• Ophthalmology
• Otorhinolaryngology
• Dermatology and Venereology
• Radiology
• Psychiatry

Preparation Tips

1. Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and focus on the important topics.
2. Create a Study Plan: Allocate time for each subject and stick to your schedule.
3. Practice Previous Year Papers: Solve previous year question papers to understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.
4. Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to assess your preparation and improve your speed and accuracy.
5. Focus on Concepts: Strengthen your understanding of fundamental concepts rather than rote learning.
6. Seek Guidance: Consider joining coaching classes or seeking guidance from teachers and mentors.
7. Stay Healthy: Ensure you get enough sleep, eat healthy, and take breaks during your study sessions.