NEET MDS Syllabus and Pattern 2025 - Download PDF, Marking Scheme, Important Topics

NEET MDS Syllabus and Pattern 2025: Candidates can download the NEET MDS syllabus from the official website - natboard.edu.in. The question paper will consist of 240 questions that need to be answered by the students.

Lakshima SareenUpdated on : Mar 06 2025 15:12 IST

NEET MDS Syllabus 2025 - The National Board of Examination has released the NEET MDS syllabus 2025 on its official website. Candidates preparing for the NEET MDS exam 2025 can download the syllabus at natboard.edu.in. The NEET MDS syllabus covers all the topics that are taught during the BDS course as prescribed in the DCI Revised Course Regulation, 2007. With the help of the syllabus, candidates can strategize their preparation and can score better in the exam.

The officials have announced the NEET MDS exam date, which will be held on April 19, 2025. The exam will be conducted in a computer-based mode for admission to cover 6,000 seats offered to 50% of the All India Quota Seats, 50% State Quota Seats, deemed/central universities. While filling the NEET MDS application form, candidates must check the NEET MDS eligibility criteria. Along with the syllabus, NEET aspirants are advised to check the NEET MDS exam pattern before starting preparation for the exam. The NEET MDS question paper will consist of two parts, while Part A carries seven subjects with 100 questions, the second part or Part B carries 10 subjects totalling 140 questions.

The NEET MDS exam will consist of a total of 240 multiple choice questions with each question carrying 4 alternatives in English Language only. Each correct response will get 4 marks while 1 mark will be deducted for wrong answers. Candidates must note that they can mark any question, whether attempted or not, for review, which will be evaluated as per the marking scheme given below.

NEET MDS Syllabus 2025 Download PDF

The syllabus for NEET MDS exam is released along with the official exam notification. Candidates appearing for NEET MDS can download the syllabus/notification from the official website of NBEMS. The same can be downloaded from the link given below:

NEET MDS Syllabus 2025 - Download PDF

NEET MDS Syllabus 2025 - Part A

The NEET MDS syllabus is divided into two parts - Part A and Part B. The syllabus will include subjects from MDS first year to third year. Candidates who are appearing for the exam can check the list of detailed topics in the table given below.

Subjects	Topics Covered
General Anatomy including Embryology and Histology	Gross anatomy of the head and neck, Histology of oral tissues, Embryology of face and teeth, Osteology, Muscular system, Circulatory system, Nervous system, Endocrine glands
General Human Physiology and Biochemistry	Blood, Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system, Renal physiology, Endocrine physiology, Vitamins, Enzymes, Carbohydrate, Protein, Lipid metabolism
General Pathology and Microbiology	Inflammation, Healing, Immunity, Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal infections, Sterilization and disinfection
General and Dental Pharmacology & Therapeutics	Drugs acting on various systems, Antibiotics, Local and general anesthesia, Analgesics, Antiseptics
General Medicine	Systemic diseases (Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Neurological, Gastrointestinal, Renal, Endocrine disorders), Medical emergencies in dental practice
General Surgery	Wound healing, Hemorrhage, Shock, Principles of surgery, Maxillofacial trauma, Preoperative and postoperative care

NEET MDS Syllabus 2025 - Part B

Subjects	Topics Covered
Dental Anatomy, Embryology & Oral Histology	Development of teeth, Morphology of permanent and deciduous teeth, Enamel, Dentin, Cementum, Pulp, Periodontal ligament, Salivary glands
Dental Materials	Impression materials, Restorative materials, Dental cements, Ceramics, Polymers, Casting alloys, Biocompatibility of materials
Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology	Developmental disturbances, Cysts of the oral cavity, Tumors, Oral cancer, Oral microbiology, Salivary gland diseases, White lesions, Pigmented lesions
Oral Medicine and Radiology	Diagnosis of oral diseases, TMJ disorders, Radiographic techniques, CBCT, Radiation hazards and protection
Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry	Growth and development, Pediatric dental procedures, Management of traumatic injuries, Preventive measures, Pulp therapy in primary teeth
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics	Growth and development of the craniofacial complex, Diagnosis and treatment planning, Biomechanics, Fixed and removable orthodontic appliances
Periodontology	Gingival and periodontal diseases, Scaling and root planing, Periodontal therapy, Implantology, Regenerative procedures
Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge	Complete and partial dentures, Fixed prosthodontics, Occlusion, Maxillofacial prosthetics, Implant-supported prosthetics
Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics	Cavity preparation, Restorative materials, Root canal treatment, Endodontic instruments, Aesthetic dentistry
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery	Exodontia, Maxillofacial trauma, TMJ surgeries, Orthognathic surgeries, Cleft lip and palate, Oral cancer management
Public Health Dentistry	Epidemiology, Community dentistry, Preventive dentistry, Fluorides in dentistry, National oral health programs, Biostatistics

Particulars	Details
Total Questions	240
Total Marks	960
Correct Answer	4 marks
Incorrect Answer	-1 mark (Negative marking)
Unattempted Question	0 marks (No penalty)
Exam Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Language	English

Subjects	Approx. No. of Questions
General Anatomy including Embryology & Histology	14
General Human Physiology & Biochemistry	14
Dental Anatomy, Embryology & Oral Histology	14
General Pathology & Microbiology	14
General and Dental Pharmacology & Therapeutics	14
General Medicine	15
General Surgery	15

Subjects	Approx. No. of Questions
Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology	15
Oral Medicine & Radiology	15
Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics	14
Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge	14
Periodontology	14
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics	14
Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry	14
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery	14
Public Health Dentistry	14
Dental Materials	7

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where can I download the NEET MDS syllabus 2025?

Candidates can download the NEET MDS on the official website natboard.edu.in.

Is the NEET MDS syllabus different from BDS syllabus?

No, the NEET MDS syllabus is entirely based on the BDS syllabus as prescribed by the DCI. It covers all subjects studied during the BDS course.

Are there any changes in the syllabus for NEET MDS 2025?

As of now, there are no official changes in the syllabus. Candidates should check the official NBE website natboard.edu.in for any updates.

Is there negative marking in NEET MDS?

Yes, the NEET MDS marking scheme is as follows:

+4 marks for each correct answer
-1 mark for each incorrect answer
0 marks for unanswered questions

How many questions are asked in NEET MDS exam?

There will be a total of 240 MCQs are asked in the NEET MDS exam.

Part A: 100 Questions
Part B: 140 Questions

Is there any weightage for specific subjects in NEET MDS exam?

Yes, clinical subjects generally have higher weightage compared to preclinical subjects. However, the distribution of questions varies each year in NEET MDS exam.