NEET MDS OBC Cutoff 2021: College-wise & Course-wise Ranks

The NEET MDS 2021 OBC cutoff has been released by the National Board of Examinations. This page shows OBC cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site www.nbe.edu.in for notifications.

We’ve analyzed NEET MDS cutoffs for 2021 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.

NEET MDS 2021 OBC category cutoff ranges from 12 to 13,520 rank. Candidates with rank under 13,520 have high chances of getting top colleges like KGMU, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, and SRIHER Chennai.

NEET MDS 2021 Cutoff Highlights

The NEET MDS 2021 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the National Board of Examinations and is used for counselling and seat allocation.

Key Highlights

• Exam Name: NEET MDS 2021
• Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations
• Cutoff Type: Rank
• Total Counselling Rounds: 2
• Total Colleges Participating: 16
• Top Courses: MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, M.D.S. in Oral Medicine and Radiology
• Quota Types: All India

NEET MDS 2021 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the NEET MDS 2021 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

Status

• Cutoff Status: Released
• Last Updated: March 2026

NEET MDS 2021 OBC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The NEET MDS 2021 OBC category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The NEET MDS 2021 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

NEET MDS 2021 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in NEET MDS 2021. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

NEET MDS Cutoff Trend (2021)

The NEET MDS cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.

Year-wise Cutoff Trend

Key Insights

• Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
• Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
• Minor Fluctuations (2021-2021): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
• Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
• ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation

College wise NEET MDS 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The NEET MDS 2021 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, SRIHER Chennai, and Santosh University across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

Insight: Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, SRIHER Chennai, and Santosh University close within top 1,622-6,646 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

• Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
• MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics has the lowest closing rank (12), indicating highest competition.
• 6 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 6 are within top 30,000 ranks.
• Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise NEET MDS 2021 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

Safe Score for NEET MDS 2021

The NEET MDS safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.

Safe Score for Top Colleges

150-180+ marks

What this means:

• Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
• Possible entry into MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics and MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in good institutes.
• Rank range typically under 12-2,869 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

• Good chance in institutes offering MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics and MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
• Rank range typically under 2,869-6,057.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.

What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The NEET MDS rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, SRIHER Chennai, and Manipal College of Dental Sciences across categories.

Rank under 1,622

Rank under 4,908

• Strong chance in colleges like Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, SRIHER Chennai, and Manipal College of Dental Sciences.
• Likely branches: MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics and MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.

Rank under 6,057

• Admission possible in colleges like Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, SRIHER Chennai, and Manipal College of Dental Sciences.
• This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
• Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.

Final Takeaway: Under 1,622 ranks target top-tier options, under 4,908 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 6,057 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

• Under 4,908: 4 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
• Under 6,057: 5 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting NEET MDS 2021 Cutoff

Explore the top medical colleges accepting NEET MDS 2021 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

Top MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The NEET MDS 2021 cutoff for MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (SRIHER Chennai, SBVU, and Sumandeep Vidyapeeth) close within top 4,908 ranks.
• MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in top colleges, aim for under 3,926 rank for stronger outcomes.

Top MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The NEET MDS 2021 cutoff for MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, SRIHER Chennai, and Manipal College of Dental Sciences) close within top 2,869 ranks.
• MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics in top colleges, aim for under 2,295 rank for stronger outcomes.

Top M.D.S. in Oral Medicine and Radiology Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The NEET MDS 2021 cutoff for M.D.S. in Oral Medicine and Radiology highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (KGMU and DY Patil Navi Mumbai) close within top 12,072 ranks.
• M.D.S. in Oral Medicine and Radiology remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure M.D.S. in Oral Medicine and Radiology in top colleges, aim for under 9,658 rank for stronger outcomes.

All India MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks

The NEET MDS 2021 cutoff for MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing ranks in top institutes.

All India MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks

The NEET MDS 2021 cutoff for MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing ranks in top institutes.

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2021 — OBC

College Wise Cutoff 2021

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2021 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NEET MDS 2021 Cutoff FAQs

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