Yes, as a Ward of Insured Person (IP) in the General category , you are eligible to apply for admission to the BDS program at ESIC Medical College, Joka, Kolkata under the IP quota .

ESIC Joka BDS IP Quota Details

• Total BDS Seats for IP Quota : 65 seats are allocated for wards of insured persons at ESIC Medical College, Joka, Kolkata.

• Admission Process : Admission is conducted through a centralized online counseling process by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), based on merit and preference.

• Eligibility Criteria :

  • Must have appeared for the NEET UG 2025 exam.

  • Must possess a valid Ward of Insured Person Certificate issued by ESIC.

  • Must meet the minimum eligibility criteria as per NEET and ESIC regulations.

Expected Cutoff Marks

While specific cutoff marks for the IP quota in BDS at ESIC Joka for the 2025 session are not available, previous trends suggest that the closing ranks for General category candidates in the IP quota have been around 43,073 in Round 1 and 62,630 in the Stray Round, with corresponding NEET scores of approximately 632 and 622 , respectively.

These figures are based on MBBS admissions and may vary for BDS.

Steps to Apply

1. Obtain the Ward of IP Certificate : Apply through the ESIC portal to get the required certificate.

2. Register on the DGHS Portal : Complete the registration process for the centralized counseling.

3. Participate in Counseling : Choose your preferred institution and course during the counseling process.

4. Document Verification : Ensure all necessary documents, including the Ward of IP Certificate, are verified.

By following these steps and staying informed about the counseling schedule, you can enhance your chances of securing admission to the BDS program under the IP quota at ESIC Joka.