A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka : Admissions 2025-26 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

Admission to the A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), Mangalore, is strictly entrance-based for both undergraduate (BDS) and postgraduate (MDS) programs. The primary entrance exams are NEET UG for BDS and NEET MDS for MDS. The process involves qualifying the relevant NEET exam, participating in centralized counseling, and completing the institute's application and document verification steps.

 Step-by-Step Admission Process

1. Appear for NEET UG

• Register for and appear in the NEET UG exam (mandatory for BDS admission).
• Only NEET-qualified candidates are eligible to apply.

2. Participate in NEET UG Counseling

• Register for NEET UG counseling conducted by the Medical Counseling Committee of India (MCCI).
• Pay the required registration and security deposit fees (e.g., ?5,000 registration fee and ?2,00,000 security deposit for UG counseling).
• Fill and lock your choices, including ABSMIDS, during the counseling process.
• Seat allotment is based on NEET rank, preferences, and seat availability.

3. Apply to ABSMIDS

• After securing a seat through counseling, visit the official ABSMIDS.
• Click on the "Admission Open" or "Apply Online" tab.
• Register and create login credentials.
• Fill out the online application form with required details.
• Upload/submit self-attested copies of specified documents

4. Document Verification and Reporting

• Report physically to ABSMIDS with original documents and attested copies for verification.
• Pay the course fee as per the institute's guidelines to confirm your seat.