NEET-MDS is a single eligibility cum entrance examination for admission to Masters of Dental Surgery (MDS) Courses:
1.All India 50% quota seats for MDS courses (all states).
2. State quota seats for MDS courses for all States/Union territories of India.
3. MDS courses at all Private Dental Colleges, Institutions & Universities all across the country.
4. MDS courses at Armed Forces Medical Services Institutions.
5. Screening exam for dental surgeons (BDS & MDS) for Short Service Commission in Army Dental Corps.
Exam Pattern
The exam will be conducted as a computer-based test (CBT) and will consist of 240 multiple-choice questions. Each question will offer four response options in English only. Candidates must choose the most suitable answer from the provided options within the allocated three-hour time frame.
Marking Scheme
Incorrect answers will incur a penalty of 25% negative marking, while no marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.
- Correct Response – 4 Marks
- Incorrect Response – 1 Mark shall be deducted
- Unattempted Question – Zero
Important Instructions
– Candidates must download their admit card from the NBEMS website and securely attach a recent passport-size photograph in the designated space.
– Candidates are required to report to the ‘Reporting Counter’ at the test venue according to the time specified on their admit cards. To ensure a smooth entry process and avoid overcrowding, staggered time slots will be allocated for candidate reporting. The reporting counter will close 30 minutes before the test begins.
– Candidates who arrive late or beyond the designated reporting time will not be permitted to take the exam under any circumstances.
– Frisking using Hand-Held Metal Detectors (HHMD) will be conducted at the entrance to the test center premises.
– Upon entry, candidates will present their admit card and ID proof for verification to the exam staff stationed at the table equipped with a barcode/QR code reader.
– Any candidate found to be presenting false or forged documents/ID proofs will be subject to a case of unfair means being registered against them.
Download: NEET MDS 2024 Admit Card Link
Items Not Allowed
- Any stationery item like textual material (printed or written), notes, Plastic Pouch, Calculator, Pen, Writing Pad, Pen Drives, Eraser, etc.
- Any electronic device like Mobile Phone, Bluetooth, Earphones, Microphone, Pager, wrist watch/Health Band, Calculator, Electronic Pen/ Scanner etc.
- All ornaments like bracelets, Ring, Earrings, Nosepin, Chain/Necklace, Pendants, Necklace with pendants, Badge, Brooch etc.
- Other items like Wallet, Goggles, Handbags, Belt, Cap etc.