NEET MDS 2026 application form to be out soon at nbe.edu.in; Application fees, eligibility criteria

NEET MDS 2026: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will soon release the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test-Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS) application form soon on the official website of NBE at nbe.edu.in.

The important documents needed at the time of registration are: passport size photograph, signature, left-thumb impression, valid ID proof; Aadhaar card; driving licence; PAN card; passport and voter ID card.

NEET MDS is held to offer admission to Masters of Dental Surgery (MDS) seats available in dental institutes throughout India. The exam date of NEET MDS 2026 is May 2, 2026 in computer-based test mode.

NEET MDS 2026: Eligibility criteria

Applicants must verify their eligibility before submitting their applications. The eligibility criteria is mentioned below.

• Aspirants should be citizens of India. Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) and People of Indian Origin (PIOs)

• Medical applicants must hold a BDS degree from an Indian institution or institute authorised by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

• Aspirants must have a tentative or permanent registration certificate provided by the DCI or the State Dental Council.

• Candidates must finish a 12-month internship on or before May 31, 2026.

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NEET MDS application form 2026: Steps to apply?

To fill the NEET MDS application form 2026, follow the steps given below.

• Visit the official website of NAT at natboard.edu.in.

• Click on the registration link, on the homepage.

• Enter the basic information to register and then login using the registered credentials.

• Fill out the NEET MDS application form 2026, upload the needed documents, make the payment, and then submit.

• Download the form and take a printout for further reference.

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NEET MDS 2026: Application fees

The application fees for the NEET MDS 2026 can be paid online through credit card/debit card or net banking. The fees for general, economically weaker section, and other backward classes categories is Rs 3,500 and for scheduled caste, scheduled tribe and persons with disabilities categories is Rs 2,500.