The Diplomate of National Board (Dental Specialties) is a postgraduate qualification for Indian dental professionals. Conducted by the National Board of Examinations under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, it certifies expertise in specialized dental fields. The final examination assesses candidates in nine dental specialties, including Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Successful candidates earn recognition as Diplomates of the National Board, validating their advanced training and clinical competence in their chosen specialty.

Candidates must hold a Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) degree or be in the final year of a three-year MDS program by the stipulated date. The scheme is open to all Indian nationals without income restrictions. Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD) must provide valid certificates as per government norms. Foreign nationals may apply under specific quotas if permitted by the board.

Apply online through the official portal listed by the National Board of Examinations. Register on the portal, fill the application form, and upload required documents such as MDS certificates, identity proof, and category certificates if applicable. Pay the application fee via the available payment modes. Submit the form before the deadline and retain a copy of the confirmation for future reference.