The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS) 2026 exam is scheduled for May 2, 2026 . The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will soon release the official information bulletin. This bulletin will contain detailed exam information and the application form link.
NEET MDS 2026 Exam Schedule
The exam date for NEET MDS 2026 is confirmed as May 2, 2026 . The information bulletin is expected to be released in March 2026 . This timeline follows previous years’ patterns.
| Year | Information Bulletin Release Date | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 2026 (Expected) | May 2, 2026 |
| 2025 | February 17, 2025 | April 19, 2025 |
| 2024 | January 30, 2024 | March 18, 2024 |
| 2023 | January 10, 2023 | March 1, 2023 |
Application Process
Following the bulletin release, candidates can fill out the NEET MDS 2026 application form. The direct link will be available on the official NBEMS website. In 2025, the registration period began in February. Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree. They also need permanent or provisional registration from the Dental Council of India (DCI) or a State Dental Council. Completion of a 12-month compulsory rotatory internship by May 31, 2026 , is mandatory.
NEET MDS Syllabus Structure
The NEET MDS syllabus is set by the Dental Council of India. It covers three main subject areas: preclinical, paraclinical, and clinical dental subjects.
Pre-clinical Subjects Include:
- General Anatomy including Embryology and Histology
- General Human Physiology and Biochemistry
- Dental Anatomy, Embryology & Oral Histology
Paraclinical Subjects Include:
- General Pathology and Microbiology
- General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics
- General Medicine
- General Surgery
- Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology
Clinical Subjects Include:
- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
- Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
- Periodontology
- Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Public Health Dentistry
- Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
- Oral Medicine and Radiology
Candidates should review the subject-wise weightage for effective preparation.