NEET MDS 2025 Held on April 19: Know Official Exam Timing, Pattern, and Key Guidelines
NEET MDS 2025 was conducted on April 19 in a single session. Here's a complete breakdown of the official exam timing, structure, and important instructions.
Key Highlights:
NEET MDS 2025 Exam Timing was officially confirmed by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) as 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The postgraduate dental entrance exam was held in a single session on April 19, 2025, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode at multiple exam centers across India.
The exam was successfully conducted without major disruptions, with thousands of aspirants appearing nationwide to secure postgraduate dental seats in premier institutions.
NEET MDS 2025: Official Exam Schedule
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Reporting Starts | 7:00 AM |
| Last Entry Allowed | 8:30 AM |
| Exam Begins | 9:00 AM |
| Exam Ends | 12:00 PM |
Candidates arriving after 8:30 AM were not allowed entry, as per NBEMS protocols. Identity verification and biometric checks were conducted at the venue before seating.
Exam Structure and Marking Scheme
The NEET MDS 2025 exam consisted of 240 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), divided into two parts:
Section-wise Distribution:
- Part A: 100 questions – 75 minutes
- Part B: 140 questions – 105 minutes
- Total Duration: 3 hours
Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +4 marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 mark
- Unanswered: 0 marks
Candidates were not allowed to revisit a section once submitted, ensuring integrity and real-time scoring segmentation.
Important Guidelines for NEET MDS 2025
- Admit Card: Mandatory to carry the printed admit card issued by NBEMS
- Photo ID Proof: Any one – Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License
- COVID-19 Protocols: Masks, sanitizers, and distancing norms were advised though not strictly enforced this year
- Prohibited Items: Electronic devices, calculators, watches, books, bags were not allowed
What This Means for Candidates
With the exam successfully concluded:
- Aspirants can expect results within 2–3 weeks from NBEMS
- Cut-off and counselling dates will be released shortly by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee)
- High scorers are likely to secure MDS seats in top government dental colleges like Maulana Azad Dental College (Delhi), Nair Hospital Dental College (Mumbai), and Government Dental College (Chennai)
How to Prepare for the Next Steps
- Track Result Updates: Visit natboard.edu.in regularly
- Prepare for Counselling: Keep documents ready – NEET MDS scorecard, BDS degree, internship completion certificate, photo ID
- Check Cut-Off Trends: Compare previous years’ scores and expected cut-offs for AIQ (All India Quota) and state counselling
NEET MDS 2025 Concludes Smoothly Amid High Hopes
The smooth conduct of NEET MDS 2025 on April 19 with precise timing and transparent protocols reaffirms the efficiency of NBEMS in conducting high-stake exams. Aspirants are now gearing up for the next crucial step – result declaration and seat allotment in India’s top dental colleges.
Stay tuned with Hindustan Herald for real-time updates on results, cut-offs, and NEET MDS 2025 counselling schedules.
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