Narayana Dental College & Hospital, Nellore

BDS Admission Criteria

Admission to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program at Narayana Dental College and Hospital is strictly based on merit, as determined by the candidate’s performance in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduates (NEET-UG). The selection process is followed by centralized counseling conducted at the state level.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for admission, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 17 years of age as of December 31st in the year of admission.

• Academic Qualification: Completion of 10 2 or an equivalent examination is mandatory, with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.

• Minimum Marks:

  • General Category: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology.

  • Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC): A minimum of 40% aggregate marks in the same subjects.

• Entrance Examination: A valid and qualifying score in NEET-UG, as prescribed by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is essential for consideration.

Admission Process

The admission procedure is coordinated by Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, through a structured counseling process. The steps include:

1. NEET-UG Registration and Examination: Candidates must register for and appear in the NEET-UG exam during the designated application window.

2. State-Level Counseling Registration: After NEET results are declared, eligible candidates must register for Andhra Pradesh state counseling via the official portal of Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences.

3. Choice Filling and Locking: During counseling, candidates are required to select their preferred institutions and courses, including Narayana Dental College and Hospital, and finalize their choices.

4. Seat Allotment: Based on NEET rank, category, and preferences submitted, seats are allocated by the university.

5. Reporting and Verification: Candidates who receive an allotment must report to the college with original documents for verification and complete the fee payment to confirm their admission.