Index Institute of Dental Sciences is a private dental college located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, established in 2012. The institute is affiliated with Malwanchal University and approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI). It operates under the Index Group of Institutions and offers undergraduate (BDS) and postgraduate (MDS) programs in dentistry, with a faculty strength of around 456 and a 40-acre campus. The college is recognized for its industry-aligned curriculum, practical training, and modern infrastructure, including well-equipped lecture theatres and hostel facilities. Key programs include BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) and MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) across nine specializations, with annual intake and fee structures competitive within the region.
Index Institute of Dental Sciences Admission Deadlines
Admission to Index Institute of Dental Sciences, Indore, is primarily governed by the Madhya Pradesh NEET counseling schedule for BDS and MDS programs. For the 2025 cycle, BDS registration and fee payment typically open in August 12–20, 2025, with the merit list released on August 21, 2025, and first-round choice filling from August 22–26, 2025. MDS admissions follow a similar NEET-based counseling timeline, though exact dates may vary slightly year to year. Prospective students should monitor the Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh, for updates, as deadlines are strictly enforced and late applications are not accepted. There is no separate PhD program in dentistry offered at this campus.
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Program |
Application Window |
Merit List |
Counseling Dates |
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BDS |
Aug 12–20, 2025 |
Aug 21, 2025 |
Aug 22–26, 2025 (Round 1) |
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MDS |
NA (Follows NEET MDS counseling) |
NA |
NA (Follows NEET MDS counseling) |
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PhD |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Index Institute of Dental Sciences UG Admission
Index Institute of Dental Sciences, Indore, offers the BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) program at the undergraduate level. Admission is based on the NEET UG entrance exam, with eligibility requiring a minimum of 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology at 10+2 and a minimum age of 17 years by December 31 of the admission year. The typical annual intake is not publicly specified, but the institute participates in the centralized MP NEET counseling process. The BDS program fee is approximately INR 1,95,000 per year, with total program costs varying based on ancillary charges. The 2021 NEET UG cutoff rank for General Category was around 5196, though this can fluctuate annually. Hostel and mess charges are additional, at about INR 85,000 per annum.
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Program |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Cutoff (2021) |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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BDS |
10+2 with 50% PCB, Age 17+ |
NEET UG |
~5196 (Gen) |
1,95,000 |
Index Institute of Dental Sciences PG Admission
The institute offers MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) programs across nine specializations, including Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Paediatrics, Periodontology, and Public Health Dentistry. Admission requires a BDS degree from a DCI-recognized institution and completion of a one-year internship by March 31 of the admission year. Selection is based on NEET MDS scores, followed by state counseling. The total academic fee for MDS programs is approximately INR 16.47 Lakh for the entire course, with annual fees around INR 5,40,600. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is among the most sought-after specializations. Hostel fees are separate and similar to the UG structure.
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Specialization |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Total Fee (INR) |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery |
BDS + 1-yr Internship |
NEET MDS |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Orthodontics |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Prosthodontics |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Oral Medicine & Radiology |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Oral Pathology |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Periodontology |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
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Public Health Dentistry |
16,47,000 |
5,40,600 |
Index Institute of Dental Sciences Application Process
The application process for Index Institute of Dental Sciences, Indore, is centralized through the Madhya Pradesh NEET counseling system for both BDS and MDS programs. Candidates must first qualify in NEET UG (for BDS) or NEET MDS (for MDS), then register online during the specified window. The process involves fee payment, choice filling, document verification, and seat allotment based on merit and preferences. There is no separate institute-level application form or interview for most seats. Application fees are determined by the counseling authority and are typically in the range of INR 1,000–1,200, though exact figures should be confirmed annually. Hostel applications are processed separately after admission.
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Qualify in NEET UG (BDS) or NEET MDS (MDS).
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Register online during the MP NEET counseling window (August for BDS).
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Pay the application fee and fill in college preferences.
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Attend document verification and seat allotment as per counseling schedule.
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Complete admission formalities at the institute after seat allotment.
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Step |
Details |
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Entrance Exam |
NEET UG (BDS), NEET MDS (MDS) |
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Application Portal |
MP NEET Counseling Website |
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Application Fee |
INR 1,000–1,200 (approx.) |
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Document Verification |
Mandatory, during counseling |
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Seat Allotment |
Based on NEET rank and preferences |
