Dr. M. G. R. Educational and Research Institute Chennai

BDS Admission Process – Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute

Admission to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, a Deemed University, is based on the candidate’s performance in the NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Step-by-Step Admission Procedure

1. NEET-UG Qualification -Candidates must appear for and qualify in the NEET-UG examination.

2. Eligibility Criteria

   • Educational Qualification: Must have passed 10 2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects.

   • Minimum Marks:

     • General Category: Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB

     • SC/ST/OBC Categories: Minimum 40% aggregate in PCB

   • Age Requirement: Must be at least 17 years old as of December 31 of the admission year.

3. Application and Counselling

   • Candidates must apply directly to the university.

   • As a Deemed University, admissions are conducted through centralized counselling by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

   • Candidates must register on the MCC portal under the Deemed/Central Universities quota.

4. Seat Allotment

   • Seats are allotted based on NEET-UG All India Rank (AIR), candidate preferences, and seat availability.

   • Selection is finalized during MCC counselling rounds.

5. Reporting and Admission Formalities

   • Shortlisted candidates must report to the college with original documents.

   • Admission is confirmed upon document verification and payment of fees.

NEET-UG Cutoff Trends (General Category – All India Quota)

Note: These ranks are indicative and typically reflect the final round of counselling for the general category. Cutoffs for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) are generally lower. Cutoff ranks vary each year based on factors such as the number of applicants, seat availability, and overall performance.

Important Reminder

For the most accurate and updated information regarding admission schedules, eligibility, and cutoff ranks, candidates are strongly advised to consult:

• The official website of Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute

• The MCC counselling portal: mcc.nic.in

For More details please visit:https://drmgrarch.ac.in/