NBE (National Board of Examinations)
NEET MDS Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure
Understand the marking scheme, section weights, question distribution and time strategy for National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Master of Dental Surgery
Exam Pattern at a Glance
Exam Mode
Online (CBT)
Language
English & Hindi
Negative Marking
-1
Sections
1
Section-wise Pattern
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks per Q | Total Marks | Time (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All dental subjects (BDS curriculum) | 240 | +4 | 960 | 180 min |
| Total | 240 | — | 960 | 180 min |
Time is indicative. Candidates can attempt sections in any order in CBT mode.
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+4
marks
Wrong Answer
-1
marks
Unattempted
0
marks
Marking Scheme
+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Example Calculation:
If you attempt 144 questions, get 108 correct and 36 wrong:
Score = 108 × 4 − 36 × 1 = 396 marks
Skip questions you're unsure about — negative marking can reduce your score significantly.
Time Management Strategy
You have approximately 45.0 seconds per question on average.
| Phase | Time Budget | Target Questions |
|---|---|---|
| First pass (attempt easy Qs) | 108 min | 168 Qs |
| Second pass (attempt medium) | 54 min | 48 Qs |
| Review & guess | 18 min | Remaining |
Year-wise Pattern Changes
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 240 | 180 min | Current pattern |
| 2024 | 240 | 180 min | No major change |
| 2023 | 240 | 180 min | Section added |
Pattern history is approximate. Always check official notification.
Difficulty Distribution
Approximate question count: ~48 Easy | ~96 Medium | ~96 Hard
Based on difficulty level: very-hard. Actual distribution may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
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