MDS Admission in Pondicherry 2025 : CENTAC

Pondicherry is home to four dental colleges offering MDS courses in various specializations. Admissions are based on NEET MDS scores and other eligibility criteria, with CENTAC and MCC overseeing the process.

• CENTAC Admissions:
  CENTAC manages the admission process for the following colleges:
  • Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences, Mahe
  • Sri Venkateswara Dental College
  • Mahatma Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences
• MCC Admissions:
  The admission process for Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences is handled by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC). Candidates must visit the MCC website for counselling details.

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Role of CENTAC in MDS Admission in Pondicherry

The Centralized Admission Committee (CENTAC) is responsible for conducting MDS admissions in Pondicherry for government and private dental colleges. It manages the counselling and seat allotment process based on NEET-MDS scores.

Key Roles of CENTAC in MDS Admission:

1. Application Process – Candidates must register online through the CENTAC portal to participate in MDS counselling.
2. Merit List Preparation – CENTAC releases a state merit list based on NEET-MDS scores.
3. Counselling & Seat Allotment – Candidates fill in their college preferences, and CENTAC conducts multiple counselling rounds for seat allocation.
4. Reservation & Quota Management – It ensures admissions follow government reservation policies, including seats for government, private, NRI, and management quotas.
5. Document Verification – Candidates must submit valid documents for verification before final admission.
6. Final Admission Process – After seat allotment, candidates must report to the respective college and complete admission formalities.

CENTAC plays a crucial role in ensuring a transparent and merit-based admission process for MDS aspirants in Pondicherry.

MDS Admission in Pondicherry 

The application process for PG Dental admissions under NEET MDS 2025 is managed entirely online through the CENTAC website. Candidates must carefully follow the prescribed steps to ensure successful application submission.

Application Fee

The application fee varies based on the candidate’s category and the quota applied for:

Category	Residents of Puducherry	Other States
Government Quota	₹1,500 (SC/ST/PwD: ₹0)	₹3,000
Management Quota (All)	₹2,500	₹5,000
NRI/NRI Sponsored/OCI/FN	₹10,000	–

Note: Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

Steps to Apply Online

1. Registration:
   • Visit the CENTAC website and click on “New Registration.”
   • Enter a valid email ID and mobile number (essential for OTP-based login).
   • Set a secure password (max. 6 characters).
2. Filling the Application Form:
   • Log in using your registered email ID and password.
   • Complete the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
   • Upload self-attested documents as per specifications.
3. Choice Filling:
   • After fee payment, provide course preferences in the choice filling section.
   • Choices cannot be changed after submission unless notified by CENTAC.
4. Fee Payment:
   • Make payment online using the available payment modes.
   • Ensure details are correct before payment, as no edits can be made after payment.
5. Submission:
   • Verify all information before final submission. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.

Documents Required to be uploaded:

Mandatory Documents (Self-attested):

• Passport-sized photo (20–50 KB).
• Scanned signature (20–50 KB).
• Proof of date of birth (Birth Certificate/High School Certificate).
• UG Degree/Provisional Certificate.
• NEET MDS 2024 Scorecard.
• Transfer Certificate.

Additional Documents (as applicable):

• Residence/Community/EWS certificates (Puducherry residents).
• NRI/OCI/FN candidates must provide passports, sponsor affidavits, and other related documents.

Registration Fee and Refund

Candidates must pay a Registration Fee/Tuition Fee during counselling rounds.

Refund Conditions:

• If no seat is allotted, the fee is refunded to the candidate’s original payment account.
• Failure to join the allotted seat in the Stray Round will result in forfeiture of the fee.

Merit List and Seat Allotment

• The Merit List is prepared based on the NEET MDS 2024 All India Rank.
• Separate merit lists are created for Government and Management Quota seats.
• Draft and Final Merit Lists will be published on the CENTAC website after credential verification.
• In cases where the NEET cut-off is lowered, new applications will be invited, and the merit list will be updated.

CENTAC Puducherry: NEET MDS 2024 Counselling Process

Special Notes:

• Sliding: Allowed in Rounds 2 and 3, where upgraded seats automatically replace previously admitted ones.
• Stray Vacancy: Sliding is not permitted, and specific eligibility criteria must be met.
• Withdrawals: Allowed in Rounds 1 and 2 within the stipulated time, with conditions applied for forfeiture.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the CENTAC website for updates and detailed guidelines. Non-compliance with rules, such as failing to join an allotted seat, can lead to penalties, including ineligibility for future counselling.

MDS Admission in Pondicherry Fees

The fee structure for both the government and private dental colleges in Pondicherry follows.

Private Dental College Fee Structure 

Government Quota Seats Fees 

College Name	PG Dental Fees
	Clinical	Para-Clinical
Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences	3,11,000	2,76,500
Sri Venkateswara Dental College	3,11,000	–

Management quota Seat Fees 

College Name	PG Dental Fees
	Clinical	Para-Clinical
Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences Management Quota Fees	7,00,000	3,59,500
Sri Venkateswara Dental College Management Quota Fees	7,00,000	–

Mahatma Gandhi Dental College Pondicherry Fees structure (Government)

MDS Course
Fee Details	Pondicherry Domiciles		All India Quota
Admission Fees	80,000		1,00,000
Tuition Fees	38,600		38,600
Other Fees	26,365		26365
Total Fees	1,44,965		1,64,965

NRI Fees

Fee Details	NRI/NRI Sponsored/Foreign Students
Admission Fees	US $ 44,000
Tuition Fees per annum	2,67,955

MDS colleges in Pondicherry

The following are the list of dental colleges located in Pondicherry which offer MDS courses in various specializations based on the candidate’s merit scores in NEET MDS and other required eligibility criteria.

Government Dental Colleges in Pondicherry

There is only one government dental college in Pondicherry.

College Name	Established Year
Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Puducherry	1990-91

Private Dental Colleges in Pondicherry

There are 3 private dental colleges in Pondicherry 

College Name	Established Year
Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, Pondicherry	2006-07
Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Mahe	2009-10
Sri Venkateshwara Dental College, Puducherry	2014-15

Note: Candidates should note that the admission process for the MDS course at Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences will be conducted by MCC. They must visit the MCC website for detailed information about the counselling process.

Conclusion

Pondicherry offers excellent opportunities for MDS studies through its government and private dental colleges. Admissions are primarily based on NEET MDS scores, with CENTAC and MCC managing the application and counselling processes. Candidates should stay updated with official websites, follow the guidelines carefully, and complete their applications on time to secure admission successfully.

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