Gujarat NEET MDS 2026 Round 1 Counselling Registration Begins; Apply Online for Government, Management & NRI Seats
The Admission Committee for Professional Postgraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPPGMEC), Gujarat, has officially started the Round 1 registration process for Gujarat NEET MDS 2026-27 counselling.
The Admission Committee for Professional Postgraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPPGMEC), Gujarat, has officially started the Round 1 registration process for Gujarat NEET MDS 2026-27 counselling. Candidates who have qualified NEET MDS 2026 can now register online through the official portal, medadmgujarat.org, to participate in the admission process for Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) courses across the state.
The counselling process will be conducted entirely online and will cover 100% of MDS seats available in Government, Management, and NRI quota institutions in Gujarat. Candidates are advised to carefully read the admission guidelines and complete their registration within the prescribed timeline to avoid missing the opportunity.
Gujarat NEET MDS 2026 Counselling: Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | ACPPGMEC, Gujarat |
| Course | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Counselling Round | Round 1 |
| Registration Mode | Online |
| Seats Covered | Government, Management & NRI Quota |
| Official Website | medadmgujarat.org |
Who Can Apply?
Only candidates who have qualified NEET MDS 2026 are eligible to participate in Gujarat's counselling process.
The eligibility is based on the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed for NEET MDS 2026 along with other conditions such as domicile requirements and category-specific eligibility.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Score (Out of 960) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 308 |
| General PwBD | 289 |
| SC / ST / OBC (including PwBD) | 271 |
Candidates applying under the NRI quota should also check the separate eligibility guidelines available on the official admission portal.
One Counselling Process for All MDS Seats
One of the biggest advantages of Gujarat's admission system is that all MDS seats are filled through a single centralized counselling process.
The counselling includes:
- Government Quota (GQ) seats in government dental colleges
- Management Quota (MQ) seats in private institutions
- NRI Quota (NQ) seats
Since admissions are completely merit-based, there is no provision for direct or offline admissions. Seat allotment will depend on the candidate's NEET MDS 2026 rank, reservation category, and seat availability.
How to Register for Gujarat NEET MDS Counselling?
Candidates can complete their application online by following these steps:
- Visit medadmgujarat.org.
- Open the PG MDS Registration portal.
- Register using the required credentials.
- Fill in personal, academic, and NEET MDS details.
- Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the registration fee and security deposit online.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
Candidates should also read the official counselling booklet and registration guidelines before submitting their application.
Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready before beginning registration:
- NEET MDS 2026 Scorecard
- NEET MDS Admit Card
- BDS Degree Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- Dental Council Registration Certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 Mark Sheets
- Gujarat Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
Uploading clear and valid documents will help avoid delays during verification.
Why This Counselling Is Important
Gujarat follows a single-window admission system, ensuring transparency and fairness across all MDS admissions. Whether candidates are applying for Government, Management, or NRI quota seats, everyone must participate through the ACPPGMEC counselling portal.
This centralized process eliminates the possibility of separate or offline admissions and ensures that every seat is allotted purely on merit.
What Should Candidates Do Now?
To avoid last-minute issues, candidates should:
- Verify their NEET MDS eligibility.
- Read the official counselling instructions carefully.
- Keep all required documents scanned and ready.
- Complete online registration without waiting for the last day.
- Regularly monitor the official website for merit list, choice filling, and seat allotment updates.
With thousands of postgraduate dental seats being allocated through this process, timely registration and accurate documentation are essential for securing admission.