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Overview – MCC BDS Round-3 2025
The MCC Deemed BDS Round-3 Counselling 2025 data offers a detailed look into India’s private dental universities and their final admission closing ranks and marks. Eduvio’s expert analysis provides clarity on how marks fluctuated across Rounds 1-3 and what aspirants can expect in the upcoming stray vacancy rounds.
Round-3 witnessed a surge in participation, especially from borderline NEET qualifiers aiming for affordable deemed seats. The closing cut-off range varied between 493 marks at Amrita School of Dentistry (Kochi) to 208 marks at IDS Bhubaneswar, marking one of the most competitive sessions in recent years.
Top-Tier Deemed Dental Colleges (Marks 490–430)
The top-ranked dental universities continue to dominate with high-performing students aiming for NIRF-ranked institutions and better clinical exposure.
- Amrita School of Dentistry (Kochi, Kerala) closed at 493 marks, maintaining its national leadership.
- Santosh Dental College (Ghaziabad) recorded 432 marks, showing strong north-zone competition.
- Manipal College of Dental Sciences (Main Campus) ended at 414 marks, while Manipal Mangalore settled around 373 marks, making it a strong alternative for students in the 360–380 range.
👉 Insight: Students prefer these institutions for global research tie-ups, top-class hospital facilities, and 100% internship opportunities.
Mid-Tier Competitive Colleges (Marks 370–300)
This band represents balanced fee structures and consistent academic performance.
- KLE Belagavi, SRM Chennai, and Malla Reddy Hyderabad are in the 365–361 mark range.
- Saveetha (353) and Sathyabama (342) maintain steady demand from South India.
- Maharashtra’s key colleges like Bharati Vidyapeeth (Pune), Rural Dental Loni, and BVDU Navi Mumbai closed between 307–297 marks, offering solid metro connectivity and quality education.
📊 Trend: Majority of mid-tier aspirants prefer clusters in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra due to better hospital tie-ups and moderate annual fees (₹6–8 Lakh).
Accessible & Value Colleges (Marks 290–250)
For aspirants in the 270–290 mark range, several strong options are available:
- VMS Salem, Thaimoogambigai, D.Y. Patil Pimpri, and KIMSDU Karad closed between 275–290 marks.
- Indira Gandhi Puducherry and Meenakshi Ammal Chennai continue to attract interest due to excellent hostel infrastructure and affordable tuition (₹4–6 Lakh/year).
Observation: These colleges offer solid value for students who prioritize hospital exposure and balanced cost structures.
Lower Band & Late-Round Openers (Marks 249–208)
The lower competitive range remained open longer due to dropouts and late withdrawals.
- JSS Mysuru (249) and Yenepoya Mangaluru (247) are top picks for students below 250 marks.
- Manav Rachna (Faridabad) and Sharad Pawar (Wardha) offered accessible options around 230–220 marks.
- Kalinga and IDS Bhubaneswar (Odisha) concluded Round-3 near 214–208 marks, likely to open again in stray vacancy rounds.
Observation: Cut-off margins between mid- and low-tier colleges narrowed by 10–15 marks compared to 2024, indicating higher overall demand for BDS seats nationwide.
Eduvio Expert Takeaways
| Tier | Marks Range | Top Colleges | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Deemed | 490–430 | Amrita, Santosh, Manipal, Saveetha | NIRF top-ranked, high ROI, global exposure |
| Competitive Metro | 400–350 | SRM, KLE, Malla Reddy, Ramachandra | High placement rate, metro advantage |
| Mid-Safe | 340–300 | Sathyabama, BVP Pune, KIMSDU | Balanced fee & demand |
| Safe / Late Rounds | 299–240 | JSS, Yenepoya, DYP Pimpri, Karad | Reliable training & exposure |
| Stray Window | 239–208 | Wardha, Bhubaneswar, Puducherry | Ideal for NEET re-takers, low competition |
Round-4 / Stray Vacancy Forecast 2025
Eduvio’s projection for the upcoming Round-4 and Stray Vacancy phase:
- Expected relaxation: 5–10 marks in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka & Odisha.
- Top colleges like Amrita, Manipal, SRM may retain current levels due to limited withdrawals.
- Maharashtra & Odisha likely to reopen seats for scores between 200–220 marks.
Deemed BDS Counselling Strategy
- Cluster by State: Choose your comfort zone – South (KA/TN) or West (MH/OD).
- Tiered Filling: Fill 5 elite + 10 mid-safe + 10 backup options below 290 marks.
- Prioritize hospital-attached universities for real-world exposure.
- Stay alert for stray rounds: Seats often reopen unexpectedly.
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Conclusion
MCC Deemed BDS Round-3 2025 shows intense competition across all states, narrowing the gap between top and mid-tier colleges. With Round-4 ahead, this is the final opportunity for NEET qualifiers to secure a BDS seat under Deemed Universities.
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