Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024: Application Form, Important Dates, Merit List, Counselling, Top Colleges

Updated on - Oct 30, 2024

Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024 is conducted by the State CET Cell Maharashtra. Maharashtra BDS Admission is based on the NEET Entrance exam and a counselling process. Candidates must qualify for the NEET Exam to seek admission to the BDS courses in Maharashtra.

The Maharashtra NEET counselling is conducted in 3 rounds followed by a stray vacancy round to offer Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024. CAP rounds 1, 2 and 3 are complete. The last date for reporting at the allocated college for round 3 was October 24, 2024.

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a 5-year undergraduate program for aspiring dental healthcare professionals. BDS primarily focuses on equipping students with the essential knowledge and skills in dental science and surgery.

Table of Contents

Maharashtra BDS Admission Highlights 2024
Maharashtra BDS Admission Dates 2024
Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024: Eligibility Criteria
Maharashtra BDS Admission Process 2024

4.1 Documents Required

Top BDS Colleges in Maharashtra
Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 Result and Counselling
Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024: FAQs

Maharashtra BDS Admission Highlights 2024

The table below shows the highlights for BDS admission in Maharashtra for the year 2024:

Course Level	Undergraduate
BDS Full-Form	Bachelor of Dental Surgery
BDS Course Duration	5 years (4 years + 1 year of compulsory paid internship).
Eligibility	10+2 with a minimum of 50% Compulsory subjects include Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Admission Process	Entrance Exam (NEET)
Official Website	Click Here

Maharashtra BDS Admission Dates 2024

Here are some important dates for BDS admission:

Events	Dates
CAP 1
Round 1 Counselling Choice Filling	August 27 – 30, 2024
Round 1 Counselling Provisional Merit List	August 27, 2024
Round 1 Seat Matrix for MBBS and BDS	August 27, 2024
Round 1 Allotment Result	August 31, 2024
Round 1 Institute Reporting	September 1 – 5, 2024
Round 1 Counselling Seat Resignation	September 25, 2024
CAP 2
Round 2 Seat Matrix	September 26, 2024
Round 2 Choice Filling	September 27 – 29, 2024
Declaration of Selection List for Round 2	September 30, 2024
Round 2 Institute Reporting and Status Retention	October 1 – 4, 2024
Round 2 Seat Resignation Last Date	October 7, 2024
Commencement of Academic Session	October 10, 2024
CAP 3
Online Registration, session apply and payment of registration fees	October 9 – 13, 2024
Publication of General List of Registered Candidates	October 14, 2024
Publication of Combined Common Provisional State Merit List	October 14, 2024
Online Preference/choice filling for Round 3	October 15 – 17, 2024
Declaration of revised provisional selection list	October 20, 2024
Physical Joining	Till October 24, 2024

Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024: Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for BDS course is a prerequisite for admission to a particular college and course. The basic eligibility criteria for admission to Maharashtra BDS courses are mentioned below:

Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have completed a 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- They should have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects in 10+2.
- Open category candidates must have secured 50% marks in 10+2. For reserved category and PwD candidates, the required marks are 40% and 45% respectively.
National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET): Candidates have to qualify for NEET UG (National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate Courses) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). NEET score is an important factor in the admission process. Different colleges may have different cutoff scores.
Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 17 years of age at the time of admission.
Domicile Requirements: To secure admission in the 85% state quota, candidates must be domicile of Maharashtra. All Indian candidates can apply under the AIQ quota for Maharashtra BDS admission.

Maharashtra BDS Admission Process 2024

The admission process for the BDS course in Maharashtra involves the following steps:

For admission to AIQ seats in the BDS course candidates need to register on the MCC website - mcc.nic.in.
However, for admission to state quota seats in BDS colleges in Maharashtra, candidates can register at https://cetcell.mahacet.org/.
Candidates should fill in the required information in the application form.
After clicking the declaration and paying the application fee, candidates can upload the documents.
After uploading the documents, candidates can successfully submit the form.
Candidates can check the application fee in the following table.

State Quota Seats	Institute Quota Seats	Both State Quota and Institute Quota Seats
INR 1,000	INR 5,000	INR 6,000

Documents Required

Candidates are required to upload the following documents during the Maharashtra BDS application form filling.

NEET-UG 2024 Admit Card.
NEET-UG 2024 Marksheet.
Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card/ Driving License).
Domicile Certificate.
Nationality Certificate/ Valid Indian Passport/ HSC/ 12th School Leaving Certificate.
Class 10 Marksheet.
Class 12 Marksheet.
Medical Fitness Certificate.
Aadhar Card.
Caste Certificate(If applicable).
Other certificates as per requirement.

Top BDS Colleges in Maharashtra

Aspirants aiming to score good marks can grab a seat in Maharashtra’s top BDS colleges, which are as follows.

Name of the College	College Fees
Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai	INR 3,09,000
Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai	INR 3,78,000
Government Dental College and Hospital, Maharashtra	-
Government Dental College and Hospital, Medical College Campus, Aurangabad	-
KIMS Karad	INR 1,55,000
DY Patil University School of Dentistry, Navi Mumbai	INR 38,75,000
Dr DY Patil Dental College and Hospital, Pune	-
D Y Patil Dental School, Pune	-
Sinhgad Dental College and Hospital, Pune	INR 24,20,000

Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024: Result and Counselling

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra will release the seat allotment result for the BDS course for successive CAP rounds.
The registration process for Maharashtra NEET Counselling will begin once the results are announced.

Maharashtra BDS Counselling Process

The Maharashtra NEET Counselling process for 2024 includes the following steps.

Logging into the application portal.
Filling of preference on the Maharashtra NEET counselling portal.
Final submission by locking the preferences.
Seat allotment.
Reporting to allocated colleges.
Candidates failing to lock their preferences will have their preferences rejected.

Maharashtra BDS Admission 2024: FAQs

Ques. What is BDS?

Ans. BDS stands for Bachelor of Dental Surgery. It is a graduate program in dentistry that trains students to become dental surgeons.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for BDS admission in Maharashtra?

Ans. Eligibility criteria generally include completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects. Applicants are also required to meet the eligibility criteria for the NEET UG examination.

Ques. How can I apply for BDS admission in Maharashtra?

Ans. To apply for BDS admission in Maharashtra, candidates need to register for the state counselling process conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) Maharashtra. This process usually involves NEET score and choice filling.

Ques. What is the role of NEET in BDS admissions?

Ans. NEET (National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test) is a mandatory entrance test for admission to BDS courses in India. It evaluates the candidate's eligibility for medical and dental courses.

Ques. Is there an age limit for BDS admission in Maharashtra?

Ans. Candidates must be at least 17 years of age at the time of admission or attain the age of majority on or before 31st December of the year of admission.

Ques. What documents are required for BDS admission in Maharashtra?

Ans. Commonly required documents include a mark sheet, NEET scorecard, identity proof, passport-size photograph, residence certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents.

Ques. Are there any reservation categories for BDS admissions in Maharashtra?

Ans. Yes, generally there are reservation categories for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and other economically weaker sections as per government rules.

Ques. How is the seat allotment process conducted for BDS courses?

Ans. Seat allotment is usually done based on NEET scores, choices filled by candidates, and availability of seats. It is conducted through a centralized counselling process.

Ques. What is the fee structure for BDS courses in Maharashtra?

Ans. The fee structure may vary from college to college. It is advisable to check with the respective dental colleges or official sources for the specific fee details.

Ques. Can I apply for BDS admission in Maharashtra if I am from a different state?

Ans. Yes, candidates from other states can apply for BDS admission in Maharashtra. However, they may need to fulfil certain eligibility criteria and follow the admission process outlined by the state authorities.