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The qualifying NEET MDS Cut off percentile is fixed at 50 for GN/ EWS, 45 for GN/ EWS-PwD & 40 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories. The corresponding qualifying marks are 272 for GN/ EWS, 238 for SC/ ST/ OBC, and 255 for GN-PwD. Check NEET MDS 2023 Cut off
- The individual scorecards of NEET MDS 2023 will be available for download from March 20, 2023.
- Based on NEET MDS scores, NBE will release the 50% AIQ Merit List.
- Only those listed on the merit list are eligible for participating in NEET MDS 2023 Counselling by MCC.
The scores obtained in NEET MDS are accepted by 100+ top-ranking dental colleges in India. Various state exam boards also accept NEET MDS scores to grant admission for various dental courses offered by institutes of the state. Check NEET MDS 2023 College Predictor
What is NEET MDS? NEET MDS or National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Masters of Dental Surgery is conducted every year in a computer-based online mode for admission in around 6200 MDS seats under 50% All India Quota and 50% state quota. NEED MDS is an eligibility-cum-ranking examination and no other exam, either at the state or institution level, shall be valid for entry to MDS courses.
NEET MDS 2023 Exam Dates
NEET MDS Exam Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| NEET MDS 2023 Registration begins | January 9 - 30, 2023 |
| NEET MDS 2023 Registration Reopened | February 10 to 12, 2023 |
| NEET MDS 2023 Form Correction | February 15, 2023 |
| NEET MDS 2023 Final Correction Window | February 17 to 19, 2023 |
| NEET MDS 2023 Admit Card | February 22, 2023 (Out) |
| NEET MDS 2023 Exam Date | March 1, 2023 |
| Announcement of NEET MDS 2023 Result | March 10, 2023 |
| Download NEET MDS 2023 Individual Scorecards | March 20, 2023 |
| NEET MDS 2023 50% AIQ Merit List | To be announced |
| NEET MDS 2023 Counselling Schedule | To be announced |
Check NEET MDS 2023 Complete Schedule
NEET MDS 2023 Question Paper comprised 240 MCQs to be attempted in 3 hours. Out of the 240 questions, Part A comprised 100 questions while Part B consisted of the remaining 140. As per NEET MDS 2023 marking scheme, 4 marks are awarded for each correct answer and 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer. Download NEET MDS 2023 Question Paper (Memory-based)
NEET MDS 2023 Eligibility
NEET MDS 2023 Eligibility Criteria is provided below for your reference.
| 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, 2023 |
| Internship | One-year Internship in a recognized Dental college |
| Eligibility Criteria for All India 50% Quota Seats |
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NEET MDS 2023 Paper Analysis
NEET MDS 2023 Paper Analysis is updated below based on the feedback given by the test-takers.
- The 10 subjects in Part B had 14 questions each.
- In Part A, General Medicine and General Surgery had 15 questions each.
- The rest 5 subjects of Part A had 14 questions each.
| Particulars | Analysis |
|---|---|
| Overall Difficulty Level | Moderate |
| Was the paper time consuming? | Yes |
| Were Picture-based Questions asked? | Yes |
| Difficulty Level of Part A | Moderate |
| Difficulty Level of Part B | Moderate to Tough |
| Topics with High Weightage | Syndrome, Medicine, Orthodontics, Embryology |
| Good Attempt | 190-200 |
For detailed subject-wise paper analysis of NEET MDS 2023, click here
NEET MDS 2023 Result
NEET MDS 2023 result has been announced on March 10, 2023. Candidates can download their NEET MDS 2023 scorecard from the official website. NBE will release NEET MDS result-cum-merit list 2023 for 50% AIQ seats 10-14 days after the announcement of exam result. NEET MDS All India 50% Quota scorecard contains the 50% quota All India rank and All India category rank.
The steps to check NEET MDS result are mentioned below:
- Visit the official website of NBE, nbe.edu.in
- Login using your login credentials
- Look for ‘Check Result’ tab
- Result will be displayed.
- Download and Print for future reference.
NEET MDS Tie Breaker Criteria
In the event of two or more candidates obtaining the same marks, the merit position shall be determined using the following tie-breaker criteria in descending order:
- Candidate who has a lesser number of incorrect responses in the overall paper (Part A & B) shall be placed at a higher merit position.
- Candidate with the higher score in Part B of the question paper shall be placed at a higher merit position.
- Candidate who has a lesser number of incorrect responses n Part B of the paper shall be placed at a higher merit position.
- Failing which, date of birth of the candidate will be taken into consideration. Older candidates will be placed at a better merit position.
NEET MDS 2023 Cut off
The qualifying NEET MDS Cut off score has been released along with the results. Candidates who score more than NEET MDS 2023 Cut off will be included in the merit list and hence eligible to participate in NEET MDS counselling for admission to 50% AIQ seats. You can check NEET MDS 2023 qualifying scores and percentile provided below:
NEET MDS Cut off 2023 (Out)
| Category | Cut off percentile | Cut off Scores 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| General Category (UR/EWS) | 50 | 272 |
| SC/ST/OBC | 40 | 238 |
| UR-PWD | 45 | 255 |
| SC/ST/OBC - PWD | 40 | 238 |
NEET MDS Cut off 2022 (Revised)
| Category | Revised Cut off Percentile 2022 | Revised Cut off Scores 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| General Category (UR/EWS) | 24.286 | 174 |
| SC/ST/OBC | 14.286 | 138 |
| UR-PWD | 19.286 | 157 |
| SC/ST/OBC - PWD | 14.286 | 138 |
Previous Year NEET MDS Cut off
| Category | Cut off percentile | Cut off Scores 2022 | Cut off scores 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Category (UR/EWS) | 50 | 263 | 259 |
| SC/ST/OBC | 40 | 227 | 227 |
| UR-PWD | 45 | 245 | 243 |
| SC/ST/OBC - PWD | 40 | 227 | 227 |
NEET MDS 2023 Counselling & Seat Allotment
NEET MDS 2023 Counselling will start a month after the declaration of the result. The counselling will be conducted online and candidates will be asked to visit the allotted college/institution for document verification. Counselling for different quota will be conducted by different bodies at separate schedules. Read More NEET MDS Counselling
- 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 is summarized as follows:
| S.No | Types of Seats | Counseling Authority |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All India 50% Quota Dental Educational Institutions of Central Govt. Universities established by an Act of Parliament 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 Govt. , Universities established by 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 2023 Reservation
For information regarding reservations in institutions for DGHS counselling, candidates should visit the official website for Medical Counseling Committee (www.mcc.nic.in).
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC Candidates | 15% |
| ST Candidates | 7.5% |
| OBC Candidates | 27% (only in central government institutions / central universities |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD | 5% |
NEET MDS 2023 Exam Pattern
NEET MDS 2023 exam is a 3-hour long examination with 240 MCQs based on the topics studied in the BDS curriculum. The exam syllabus includes all the topics that were taught during the BDS course as mandated in the guidelines. NEET MDS Exam Pattern is provided in the table below:
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Number of Questions | 240 |
| Question Paper Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Maximum Marks | 240 |
| Marking Scheme | 4 Marks for one correct response -1 mark deduction for incorrect response No negative marking for unattempted questions |
| Duration of Exam | 3 hours |
| Sections in Paper | 1 |
NEET MDS 2023 Syllabus
The Paper for NEET MDS is divided into two parts with a distribution of 100 questions for Part A and 140 for Part B. The question and topic-wise distribution is given below.
| Part A | Part B |
|---|---|
| General Anatomy including embryology and histology | Dental Materials |
| General human physiology and biochemistry | Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology |
| Dental Anatomy, Embryology, & Oral Histology | Oral Medicine and Radiology |
| General Pathology and Microbiology | Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry |
| General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics | Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics |
| General Medicine | Periodontology |
| General Surgery | Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge |
| -- | Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics |
| -- | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery |
| -- | Public Health Dentistry |
Note: The syllabus of the above topics shall be as per the latest regulations for BDS courses notified by the Dental Council of India with prior approval of the Govt. of India. For the latest syllabus and other details please refer www.dciindia.org.in
NEET MDS 2023 Application Form
The four major steps to fill NEET MDS 2023 Application Form are:
- Step 1: Profile Creation – Candidates applying for the first time on NBE Website will be asked to create a profile. Candidates who have applied earlier can use their login details. They will be asked to enter a Captcha for security reasons.
- Step 2: Filling of Application – The first step in filling up of NEET MDS Application Form is a selection of the exam from the drop-down. Candidates must opt for National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test – Master of Dental Surgery to proceed. Candidates will be taken to the personal information page and asked to fill in the details.
- Step 3: Selection of Exam Schedule and Center – NEET MDS 2023 will be conducted all across the country. Candidates can select the NEET MDS Exam Center based on their accessibility. The center will be allotted on a first come first serve basis.
- Step 4: Application Fee – NEET MDS application fees should be paid in the online mode. Candidates should ensure that the payment is successful to complete the submission of the application form. The payment can be made through Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking
The application fees for various categories is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General /Other Backward Category | INR 4250 |
| SC / ST / PWD | INR 3250 |
NEET MDS 2023 Form Correction
NEET MDS 2023 Form correction final edit window is open for from Feb 17 to 19 for rectifying the uploaded images of the below-mentioned documents:
- Photograph
- Signatures
- Thumb Impression
Earlier, the form correction facility was open on February 15 for the new candidates registered from Feb 10 to 12, 2023.
Editing the below-mentioned details is not allowed during NEET MDS form correction period:
- Name of the Candidate
- Mobile No.
- Email Address
- Testing City
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Nationality
Read More NEET MDS Form Correction
NEET MDS 2023 Documents Upload Guidelines
| Criteria | Photograph | Signature | Thumb Impression |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimension | 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm | 6 cm x 3 cm | - |
| Format | JPG/ JPEG | JPG/ JPEG | JPG/JPEG |
| Size | up to 80 kb | up to 80 kb | up to 80 kb |
NEET MDS 2023 FAQs
Ques. What is NEET MDS 2023 exam date?
Ans. NEET MDS 2023 exam date is announced by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). NEET MDS 2023 exam date is March 1, 2023 (9:00 am to 12:00 noon).
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 question paper pattern of NEET MDS 2023?
Ans. NEET MDS exam is of 3 hours duration and comprises 240 questions carrying 4 marks each. For every incorrect answer, 1 mark is deducted. All the questions are objective-type only.
Ques. What is the qualifying cut off for NEET MDS 2023?
Ans. The qualifying cut off for NEET MDS 2023 has been released by NBE. The qualifying percentile is 50th percentile for General candidates and 40th percentile for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates. The corresponding qualifying scores have been announced along with the result.
Ques. How to download NEET MDS 2023 Scorecard?
Ans. To download NEET MDS 2023 scorecard, candidates need to login 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. When will NBE release NEET MDS 2023 Result?
Ans. NBE has released NEET MDS 2023 result on March 10, 2023. The link to check the result will be updated on the official website- natboard.edu.in.
Ques. Has NEET MDS Counselling started?
Ans. NEET MDS 2022 Counselling schedule has been released by MCC. The counselling process has started with the online registration for round 1 on September 15, 2022.
*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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