To secure admission to the BDS program at Sharda University, Greater Noida, through NEET 2025, you should aim for a safe score of 350 or above.

In previous years :

2022: The closing rank was around 1,005,532.

2023: The closing rank became more competitive at approximately 406,821.

2024: The final round closing rank was around 285,338, indicating increased competition.

Since NEET cutoffs have been rising, aiming for a score of 350+ should place you in a safe range, accounting for potential variations in cutoffs and increasing competition. Keep in mind that cutoff scores can vary based on factors like reservation categories, state quotas, and counseling rounds.

To get admission to BDS college through NEET 2025, the cut-off will be around 400 to 500. Those who have scored this many marks or in between these will be able to get admission to government BDS Colleges.

For private BDS colleges, a minimum of 50 percentile is required.

Admission to government colleges also varies with number of candidates applied and seats available.

To pursue BDS through COMEDK:

1. Meet Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.

2. Prepare for COMEDK UGET: Focus on 10+2 syllabus, practice mock tests.

3. Apply and Appear for COMEDK UGET: Register, pay fee, upload documents.

4. Counseling and Seat Allotment: Attend counseling, verify documents, pay fees.

5. Complete BDS Course: 5-year course, including internship.

After BDS:

- Pursue MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)

- Join a dental college as faculty

- Start your own dental clinic

- Pursue a career in dental research

Good luck!!

Hello Kritika,

To apply abroad after completing BDS from India, follow these steps:

1. Research Countries and Requirements – Choose countries like the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, or Germany and check their licensing exams and eligibility criteria.
   
   
2. Language Proficiency – Take exams like IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE if required.
   
   
3. Qualify Licensing Exams:
   • USA – NBDE (INBDE)
   • UK – ORE or LDS
   • Canada – AFK (NDEB)
   • Australia – ADC
   • Germany – Language test and medical licensing exam
     
     
4. Credential Evaluation – Submit transcripts to agencies like ECE or WES.
5. Application Process – Apply for dental programs or internships if needed.
6. Visa and Documentation – Secure a visa and prepare necessary documents.

Consider enrolling in a bridging program or additional training if required.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, then feel free to share your questions with us, we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello,

The best field to pursue MDS depends on your interest and career goals. Some of the most popular and high-demand specializations are:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – Good for those interested in surgical procedures.
• Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics – High demand in private practice.
• Prosthodontics – Deals with dental prosthetics like crowns and bridges.
• Endodontics – Focuses on root canal treatments.
• Periodontology – Specializes in gum diseases and implants.

It's best to start preparing from third year of BDS as subjects get more clinical-based. However, serious preparation should begin in internship with proper revision and mock tests.

Hope it helps !

BDS graduates have various career options beyond clinical practice, including:

Education & Research: Teaching, dental research

Healthcare Administration: Hospital management

Clinical Research & Data Management: Clinical trials, data analysis

Consulting & Forensics: Healthcare consulting, forensic odontology

Product Development & Insurance: Dental product design, insurance consulting

Medical Writing & Coding: Medical content writing, coding

These fields allow BDS graduates to apply their expertise in diverse industries.

For BDS admission through NEET:

General Category: Minimum 50th percentile (550-570 marks for govt. colleges).

OBC Category: Minimum 40th percentile (520-540 marks for govt. colleges).

SC/ST Category: Minimum 40th percentile (350-420 marks for govt. colleges).

Private Colleges: Usually require the 50th percentile but with lower marks than govt. colleges

Cutoffs vary yearly based on competition and seat availability.

Hello Nikhil,

Yes, you can get admission to a BDS course under the general category by obtaining the NEET qualifying marks. However, getting a seat in a government or reputed private dental college usually requires a higher score than just the qualifying cutoff. The qualifying cutoff for the general category in NEET is around 50th percentile . For 2024, it was 137 marks . If your score is closer to the cutoff, you may have better chances in private or deemed universities rather than government colleges.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, then feel free to share your questions with us, we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.