The MDS in Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge is a three-year postgraduate program designed to develop advanced clinical expertise in the restoration and rehabilitation of missing teeth and maxillofacial structures. Prosthodontics is a highly specialized branch of dentistry focused on restoring oral function, esthetics, comfort, and overall quality of life through fixed, removable, implant-supported, and maxillofacial prostheses.
The program combines clinical precision, scientific knowledge, digital innovation, and artistic excellence to produce competent specialists capable of handling complex restorative and rehabilitative cases.
The MDS in Prosthodontics program is committed to developing highly skilled specialists who combine science, technology, and artistry to restore function, esthetics, and confidence—creating lasting smiles and improved quality of life.
The MDS in Prosthodontics program is committed to developing highly skilled specialists who combine science, technology, and artistry to restore function, esthetics, and confidence—creating lasting smiles and improved quality of life.
The MDS in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics is a three-year postgraduate specialty program designed to develop advanced clinical expertise in the diagnosis, prevention, and management of dental caries, pulp and periapical diseases, and restorative procedures. The program prepares dental surgeons to become skilled specialists capable of delivering precision-driven, evidence-based, and technologically advanced dental care. This specialty focuses on preserving natural dentition through minimally invasive restorative procedures and advanced endodontic therapies.
The MDS program in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics aims to create highly skilled specialists capable of preserving natural teeth and restoring oral health with precision, innovation, and compassion.
The MDS in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics is a three-year postgraduate specialty program focused on the diagnosis, prevention, interception, and correction of malocclusion and dentofacial irregularities. The program prepares skilled orthodontic specialists capable of managing complex skeletal and dental discrepancies using advanced biomechanical principles and modern orthodontic technologies. Orthodontics not only enhances facial esthetics and smile harmony but also improves functional efficiency, occlusion, and overall oral health.
The MDS in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics program is committed to developing highly competent specialists who blend scientific knowledge, precision mechanics, and esthetic insight to create balanced smiles and harmonious facial profiles.
The MDS in Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry is a three-year postgraduate specialty program dedicated to the comprehensive oral health care of infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care needs. The program focuses on preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative dental care tailored to the unique psychological, behavioral, and developmental needs of pediatric patients.
This specialty blends clinical expertise with child psychology, preventive strategies, and advanced treatment protocols to promote lifelong oral health from an early age.
The MDS in Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry program is committed to nurturing highly skilled specialists who combine clinical excellence, empathy, and preventive vision to safeguard and promote children’s oral health for a lifetime.
The MDS in Periodontics is a three-year postgraduate specialty program dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and management of diseases affecting the supporting structures of the teeth, including gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum, and alveolar bone. The program also emphasizes advanced procedures in periodontal surgery, implantology, and regenerative therapies.
This specialty plays a critical role in preserving natural dentition, restoring periodontal health, and enhancing overall systemic well-being through comprehensive periodontal care.
The MDS in Periodontics program is committed to developing highly skilled specialists who integrate scientific knowledge, surgical precision, and compassionate care to preserve periodontal health and enhance patients’ overall quality of life.
The MDS in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is a three-year postgraduate specialty program focused on the diagnosis and surgical management of diseases, injuries, and defects involving the oral and maxillofacial region. The program is designed to develop highly skilled surgeons capable of performing minor and major surgical procedures with precision, safety, and ethical responsibility.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery bridges dentistry and medicine, encompassing dentoalveolar surgery, trauma management, pathology, reconstructive procedures, and implantology.
The MDS in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery program is committed to producing confident, competent, and compassionate maxillofacial surgeons who combine surgical expertise, scientific knowledge, and patient-centered care to manage complex oral and facial conditions effectively.
Admission to the Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) programme shall be strictly in accordance with the regulations prescribed by the Dental Council of India and the guidelines issued by the Government of India from time to time. Candidates seeking admission to the MDS programme must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
Educational Qualification The applicant must possess a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree awarded by a university or institute recognized by the Dental Council of India. The degree must be duly registered with the State Dental Council or the Dental Council of India.
Candidates who have obtained their BDS qualification from a foreign institution must ensure that their degree is recognized by the Dental Council of India and the Government of India.
Compulsory Rotatory Internship
The candidate must have completed a one-year compulsory rotatory internship in a DCI-recognized dental institution on or before the date specified by the competent authority for the respective academic session.
Registration
The applicant must possess provisional or permanent registration with the State Dental Council or the Dental Council of India at the time of admission.
Entrance Examination
Admission to the MDS programme is based on qualification in the NEET-MDS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – MDS) conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying percentile as prescribed for their respective category.
Minimum Qualifying Percentile
The minimum qualifying percentile in NEET-MDS shall be as prescribed by the competent authority for the respective academic year (typically 50th percentile for General category and 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC categories, subject to revision by the Government of India).
Medical Fitness The candidate must be medically fit and produce a medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner at the time of admission.
Document Verification
Note: Admission to the MDS programme shall be granted strictly on the basis of merit, counseling procedures, and applicable reservation policies as notified by the Government/Competent Authority from time to time.