MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics 

at Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg

According to Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences NIRF report 2024, the key highlights of BDS and MDS / MD placements 2023 as compared with 2022 and 2021 are presented below:

Candidates wishing to apply for BDS or MDS course at Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences are required to fulfil the eligibility requirement. Follow the below steps to get a seat in Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences:

STEP 1: MAIDS Delhi Application Process 2024

Aspirants after qualifying NEET or NEET MDS have to register for the respective counselling for both 50% DU Quota and 50% All India Quota. Once, students are allotted seat by MCC, they need to register on the official website of Faculty of Medical Sciences, DU. Below is the application fee for BDS and MDS programmes:

STEP 2: Merit List

Faculty of Medical Sciences, DU releases a merit list on the official website of the institute. The institute accepts NEET-UG score for BDS and NEET MDS score for MDS programme. The admission would be made strictly based on merit of the eligible candidates in each category, determined by marks obtained in the NEET or NEET MDS score.

STEP 3: Counselling and Seat Allotment

Shortlisted candidates are further called for counselling. Aspirants are required to select MAIDS BDS or MDS during counselling to get a seat in the institute. Aspirants who have been allotted a seat receive an admission letter. They need to pay a programme fee to confirm their seat in the institute.

As per Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences NIRF report 2024, the key highlights of PG 2-year placements over the past three years are presented below:

Maulana Azad Institute offers MBBS course based on NEET scores. It had released the Round 2 cutoffs across various AI and Home State categories. The cutoffs are subject to change based on a variety of factors, including the number of applicants, degree of difficulty, the question paper and goodwill of the institute, influence the cutoffs. Lets discuss all the factors influence the cutoffs:

1. Total number of seats available: The cutoff primarily depends on the total number of seats available in medical colleges across the country for that particular year. If the seats are less, there are chances of lower cutoff ranks.
2. Number of candidates appearing for the exam: The larger the number of candidates appearing for NEET, the higher the competition and the higher the cutoff scores. If the pool of students seeking admission are more for any institute then, it might affect its cutoff ranks to decrease in future.
3. Difficulty level of the question paper: If the question paper is perceived to be difficult in a given year, the cutoff scores tend to be lower to account for the tougher exam. Conversely, an easier paper may result in lower cutoff ranks and Vise Versa.
4. Normalization process: NEET UG uses a normalization process to ensure fairness across multiple sessions of the exam. This normalization takes into account the difficulty level of each session's question paper. The decrease in the cutoff somehow due to the tough exam based on different shifts.

The NEET MDS 2025 application process is likely to begin in the first week of December 2024. The last date of appliction is expected to be scheduled in the fourth week of December 2024. NBE is yet to announce the NEET MDS application dates 2025. Based on student rquests or other external factors, NBE may extend or reopen the application window.

The NEET MDS 2025 application form will be available only in online mode. Candidates have to fill the online application form, upload images and documents and pay the application fees in an online mode, with credit/debit card or net banking. Once the NEET MDS 2025 application form is filled and submitted, NBE will send an application confirmation to candidates. 

As per Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences NIRF report 2024, the course-wise median package offered during UG and PG placements over the past three years are presented below:

Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS) is a renowned dental institution located in Central Delhi, catering to the dental needs of those who visit New Delhi. It is the only dental institution affiliated with the University of Delhi (DU) offering BDS and MDS courses, along with patient care and research activities. MAIDS has a highly specialised and experienced faculty for each department, with national and international publications in various fields of dentistry.

Aspirants during the registration process of Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences need to submit some self-attested documents. Below are the set of documents required for BDS and MDS applications:

For BDS

• NEET UG exam admit card
• NEET UG result
• Matriculation or equivalent certificate showing date of birth
• Certificate of having passed Class 12 Examination along with a statement of marks
• Certificate from the Principal of the School on prescribed proforma
• Character Certificate proforma prescribed by CBSE to be issued by the Principal of the school last attended or from any Gazetted officer
• Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe Certificate (if applicable)
• Father’s SC/ST Certificate
• Physically Handicapped certificate (if applicable)
• Entitlement Certificate for CWWAPP category (if applicable)
• OBC Certificate (if applicable)
• Non-creamy layer certificate and OBC caste certificate as per the Central list for OBC’s

For MDS

• Passport-size photograph of the applicant
• Scanned signature of the applicant
• Self-attested copy of High School/ Higher Secondary Certificate for verification of date of birth
• Self-attested copy of the certificate in support of educational qualifications: BDS degree

Yes, candidates with 70% in Class 12 can apply for BDS course at Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences provided they have also studied the specified subjects. Candidates need to pass Class 12 examination with at least 50% aggregate  (40% aggregate for SC/ ST) in English,  Physics, Chemistry and Biology to apply for BDS programme. Candidates who have passed BSc with any two subjects PCB (Botany/ Zoology) with at least 50% aggregate and Physics,  Chemistry,  Biology and English at Class 12 level can also apply.

University College of Engineering (UCE), affiliated with Osmania University, offers a range of diverse courses. Let’s explore the options:

1. B.E. (Bachelor of Engineering):

   • UCE provides B.E. programs in various specializations:
     • Civil Engineering
     • Mechanical Engineering
     • Electronics and Communication Engineering
     • Computer Science and Engineering
     • Electrical Engineering
     • Bio-Medical Engineering
   • Duration: 4 years
   • Eligibility: Pass in 10+2 examination in the relevant stream from any recognised board.

2. M.E./M.Tech. (Master of Engineering/Technology):

   • UCE offers M.E./M.Tech. programs in different specializations:
     • Civil Engineering (Full-time)
       • Specializations: Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, and Transportation Engineering.
       • Duration: 2 years
       • Eligibility: BE/B.Tech in relevant stream.
     • Mechanical Engineering (Full-time)
       • Specializations: Production Engineering, Turbo Machinery, Automation & Robotics, CAD/CAM, Design for Manufacture, and Tool Design.
       • Duration: 2 years
       • Eligibility: BE/B.Tech in relevant stream.
     • Electronics and Communication Engineering (Full-time)
       • Specializations: Digital Systems, Systems and Signal Processing, Microwave and Radar Engineering, Railway Signalling and Telecommunication Engineering, and Embedded Systems & VLSI design.
       • Duration: 2 years
       • Eligibility: BE/B.Tech in relevant stream.

3. MCA (Master of Computer Applications):

   • UCE also offers an MCA programme at the postgraduate level.

Rankings:

• UCE Hyderabad is ranked 88 for B.Tech by the NIRF ranking 2020 and holds a reputed status among other ranking agencies.
• Specific rankings include:
  • NIRF (Engineering Category) 2022: 117
  • NIRF (Engineering Category) 2021: 132
  • NIRF (Engineering Category) 2020: 88
  • Outlook 2019: 29
  • The Week 2019: 48
  • India Today 2019: 22

In summary, the best course at UCE depends on your interests and career goals. Consider exploring the specializations that align with your aspirations and delve deeper into the details of each program.