The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has launched the application process today for the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS) 2026. Aspiring and qualified candidates can register for the examination starting at 3 pm by visiting the official website, natboard.edu.in.
Candidates aiming to participate in the exam are required to complete the NEET MDS application form and submit it through the official website. The direct link for the NEET MDS 2026 application will be accessible on the homepage. The cutoff date for submitting the application form is March 30, 2026.
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Important dates for NEET MDS
The application window for the exam opens today, March 14, 2026, at 3 PM, with submissions closing on March 30, 2026, at 11:55 PM. A correction window runs from April 4 to 6, followed by a final selective edit period from April 21 to 22; the exam city slip releases on April 22, admit card on April 29, and the exam itself will be held on May 2.
Follow these steps to register for NEET MDS
Step 1: Navigate to the official website at natboard.edu.in.
Step 2: Select the NEET MDS examination and click on the application link.
Step 3: Register to receive your User ID and password.
Step 4: Log in with the required information and complete the application form.
Step 5: Upload the scanned photo, signature, and thumbprint.
Step 6: Choose your preferred examination city.
Step 7: Proceed to pay the application fee.
Step 8: Save and submit the application.
Step 9: Print a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Fees Instruction
NEET MDS 2026 application fees are Rs 3,500 for General, OBC, and EWS categories, and Rs 2,500 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates; aspiring dental postgraduates should refer to the detailed NEET MDS 2026 Information Bulletin on natboard.edu.in for full eligibility and guidelines.
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