Securing 861rank in OBC category in the NEET MDS 2025 test gives you a strong chance to get a government seat. In the 2024 admissions, people who had similar or higher OBC ranks were given admission to government dental colleges throughout India. OBC candidates with above 800 rank were successful in Prosthodontics, Oral Medicine and Public Health Dentistry seats in the Government Dental College, Kottayam, Kozhikode and Chennai.

Because of your rank, there is a good chance you will be selected for the All India Quota (AIQ) counseling events. To make the most of what’s offered, attend all counseling rounds and be willing to consider different specialties and colleges. If you’re willing to be flexible with your preferences, you’ll have better chances of getting accepted.