Vaidik Dental College & Research Centre

Overview of BDS Admission Process (2025)

Admission to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program in India is governed by the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). All dental colleges, including private institutions like Vaidik Dental College & Research Centre, admit students based on NEET scores and centralized counseling procedures.

Step-by-Step Admission Process

1. NEET-UG Examination:

• Application: Candidates must register for NEET-UG through the official NTA portal and appear for the exam.

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Completion of 10 2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.

  • Minimum marks in PCB subjects:

    • General category: 50%

    • SC/ST/OBC: 40%

    • PwD (General): 45%

  • Minimum age: 17 years as of December 31, 2025.

• Result Declaration: NTA releases NEET scores and All India Ranks, which form the basis for admission.

2. Counseling Channels Admissions are conducted through two primary counseling routes:

a) All India Quota (AIQ) – 15% Seats in Government Colleges

• Managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

• Applies only to government dental colleges.

• Private colleges like Vaidik Dental College are generally not part of AIQ.

b) State Quota Counseling – 85% Government Seats & All Private Seats

• Conducted by the State Counseling Authority (e.g., ACPUGMEC in Gujarat).

• Covers:

  • 85% seats in government dental colleges.

  • 100% seats in private unaided colleges, including management and NRI quotas.

• Candidates must register with the counseling authority of the state where they seek admission.

3. Online Registration for State Counseling:

• Candidates fill out the application form on the official state counseling website.

• Required steps include uploading documents and paying the registration fee.

4. Merit List Publication:

• Based on NEET scores and state-specific eligibility, a merit list is published.

• This list determines the order of seat allotment.

5. Choice Filling and Locking:

• Candidates log in to the counseling portal and select preferred colleges and courses.

• Those interested in Vaidik Dental College must include it in their choices.

6. Seat Allotment:

• Seats are allotted based on NEET rank, preferences, category, and seat availability.

• Allotment results are released in multiple rounds.

7. Reporting to the Allotted College:

• Candidates must report to the college within the specified time.

• Admission formalities include:

  • Verification of original documents

  • Payment of tuition and other fees

  • Completion of enrollment procedures

Documents Typically Required:

• NEET-UG Admit Card and Scorecard

• Class 10 and 12 Mark Sheets and Certificates

• Date of Birth Proof

• Identity Proof (Aadhar, Passport, etc.)

• Domicile Certificate (for state quota)

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable)

• Disability Certificate (if applicable)

• Provisional Allotment Letter

• Passport-size photographs

Important Note

The exact timelines for NEET-UG 2025 registration, result declaration, and counseling will be announced by NTA and respective state authorities. Candidates are advised to regularly check official portals for updates and notifications.

For more details please visit:https://www.vaidikdentalcollege.edu.in/