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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The MDS cutoff scores for Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital Pune differ across specialties and categories. NEET MDS scores ranging from 400 to 500 are often competitive for the general category, where as for OBC candidates it is 350-450, and SC/ST candidates require 300-400. However, these marks can be subject to change according to how difficult the exam was or how many people applied. For instance, in 2022, MDS Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics had a cutoff of 442 while MDS Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics had a cutoff of 455.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Studying MDS in Periodontology at Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital is best. They have a team of well experienced and highly respected professors who are experts in their fields. These men and women teach on both theoretical and practical aspects because they are not just successful academic practitioners but also brilliant clinicians. Their passion for teaching is reflected through their availability for mentoring students whenever these individuals require any kind of help or guidance from them. Moreover, this institution has one of the most favorable ratios between faculty members to students, which promotes individual attenti
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
The NEET MDS 2024 cutoff for the Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital has already been released for Round 3. The cutoff for the most competitive course, MDS in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, was a closing rank of 4131 for the General AI quota. The second most competitive course was MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, with a closing rank of 5499
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a year agoGuide-Level 15
Candidates who have passed a BDS or an equivalent degree recognised by the Dental Council of India are eligible to apply for Yenepoya Dental College And Hospital, Mangalore MDS course. As per the official website, the selection for MDS is based on NEET MDS scores. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission. Candidates must have BDS degree/certificate, DGHS allotment letter, result/rank letter issued by NBEMS, etc.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
AIIMS Delhi ranked as the No. 1 Dental college in India followed by Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences.
Listed below are the top MDS colleges in India according to NIRF ranking 2025:
Top Colleges | NIRF 2023 | NIRF 2024 | NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
NA | NA | 1 | |
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences Ranking | 1 | 1 | 2 |
4 | 3 | 3 | |
3 | 5 | 4 | |
2 | 2 | 5 | |
5 | 6 | 6 | |
NA | 4 | 7 | |
6 | 7 | 8 | |
| SOA University Ranking | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| JSS Dental College and Hospital Mysuru Ranking | 11 | 12 | 10 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The eligibility criteria for MD at Maharashtra Institute of Medical Education and Research Talegaon is: the candidate needs to have an MBBS degree or a provisional MBBS pass certificate that satisfies the requirements of the Indian Medical Council Act of 1956, which has been abolished, and the NMC Act of 2019. Additionally, the candidate must hold a permanent or interim MBBS registration certificate issued by the State Medical Council, the NMC, or the former Medical Council of India. The candidate needs to have finished their internship in a year or be on track to finish it by March 31, 2023, at the latest.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
In India, BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) and MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) are two distinct levels of Dental education, each with its own curriculum, focus, and career outcomes.
Here are the key differences between BDS and MDS courses:
Particulars | BDS | MDS |
|---|---|---|
Degree Level | BDS is an undergraduate programme that provides foundational knowledge and skills in various aspects of dentistry. | MDS is a postgraduate programme that follows BDS and offers specialised training and advanced education in specific branches or specializations of dentistry. |
Clinical Training | Clinical training in BDS focuses on developing basic clinical skills across different areas of dentistry, including diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry. | Clinical training in MDS is specialised and intensive, providing hands-on experience and advanced training in specialised procedures within the chosen specialization. |
Career Opportunities | Graduates of BDS programs are qualified to practice as general dentists after obtaining necessary licensure. They can work in private clinics, hospitals, government health services, or pursue further education and specialization. | MDS graduates have advanced knowledge and skills in specialised areas of dentistry, which opens up opportunities for specialised clinical practice, teaching positions in dental colleges, research positions, hospital dentistry, consulting, and leadership roles in the dental industry. |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
After finishing MDS, dentists have many job and study options to grow their skills and career:
Clinical Practice: Many MDS doctors work in clinics or open their own dental clinic.
Academia and Research: Some go to teach or do research. Doing PhD can give more chances in teaching and research.
More Learning and Certificates: MDS doctors can do workshops, classes, and conferences to learn new things and get extra certificates.
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