What is the BDS cutoff in NEET 2025?

The BDS cutoff in NEET 2025 is expected to be lower than MBBS cutoff, making it more accessible for students scoring in the mid-range. BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a popular alternative for students who want to pursue a career in the dental field. NEET is the only entrance exam for both MBBS and BDS in India. Since most students prefer MBBS, BDS cutoffs are relatively lower.

1. Expected NEET 2025 BDS Cutoff: Based on previous trends, BDS cutoffs vary between 400 to 500 marks for government dental colleges and 300 to 450 marks for private dental colleges depending on state and category.

2. For Government BDS Colleges:

• General category: 480–510 marks
• OBC: 450–490 marks
• SC/ST: 400–450 marks

3. For Private BDS Colleges:

• General category: 350–450 marks
• OBC: 320–400 marks
• SC/ST: 280–350 marks

4. Factors that Affect BDS Cutoff:

• Number of applicants opting for BDS
• Overall NEET 2025 difficulty level
• State vs All India Quota
• Availability of seats