DentalPostgraduate16 private colleges
MDS Admission 2026: Private Colleges, Eligibility & Management Quota
Postgraduate dental specialisation such as orthodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and endodontics.

Duration
3 years
Entrance exams
NEET-MDS
Regulator
Dental Council of India (DCI)
Eligibility
BDS with completed internship and registration with the State Dental Council.
Management & NRI quota
Management and NRI MDS seats at private and deemed institutions are allotted through MCC or state counselling on NEET-MDS merit.
Careers
- Dental specialist
- Consultant
- Teaching
- Private practice
Guides & blogs
Specialisations: Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
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FAQs
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What is MDS?
Postgraduate dental specialisation such as orthodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and endodontics.
What is the eligibility for MDS?
BDS with completed internship and registration with the State Dental Council.
Which entrance exams are accepted for MDS?
NEET-MDS
How long is MDS?
3 years
Is management quota available for MDS?
Management and NRI MDS seats at private and deemed institutions are allotted through MCC or state counselling on NEET-MDS merit.
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