Last updated on 18-Aril-2026, by Dr. Muhammad

DHA Dentistry Exam Study Material, How to apply (2026 Guide)

What are DHA Dentistry exam eligibility requirements?

DHA (Dubai Health Authority) is the concerned health authority for the Emirate of Dubai in UAE which administers different Prometric licensing exams for different healthcare categories including dentist. Dental candidates who are willing to apply for this exam must meet eligibility requirements given by DHA.

How to find DHA Dentistry exam study material?

To be able to prepare well for DHA Dental exams for different specialties, a good study material for General Dentist, Endodontic, Orthodontic, Prosthodontic and others, can help you to pass these exams. These study material/ Qbanks from Interface Medical Education will help you pass the exam in your first attempt.

DHA Exam syllabus for General Dentist

DHA exam documents requirement for Dentists

What’s the exam format for DHA Dentistry?

The DHA (Dubai Health Authority) is Prometric based CBT (Computer Based Test) exam, which can be taken at Prometric testing centers worldwide. Typically, depending upon the dentistry specialities (General Dentist, Endodontic, Orthodontic etc.), it contains about 150 clinical scenario based MCQs. The total duration is approximately 165 minutes (2 hours and 45 minutes).

How & Where to apply?

1. Start by determining your eligibility via Sheryan free assessment tool and create your account at DHA Sheryan portal.
2. Start DataFlow verification process and submit your required documents, such educational documents, experience certificates, medical license etc.
3. Submit eligibility application and pay the required fee.
4. Schedule your Prometric exam via Prometric official portal. Select the test date, location and pay the fee (typically AED 1200 for dentists).
5. Receive the result, and upon successfully passing the exam, apply for license via DHA Eligibility letter.

What’s the passing score?

The passing score for DHA Dentistry exam varies as per the specialty(i.e. General dentist, Endodontic, Orthodontic etc), but the minimum passing score is between 60-65%

How to Pass on first attempt?

• Practice daily MCQs
• Focus on clinical reasoning
• Revise mistakes only
• Avoid over-studying

Are DHA dental questions repeated?

It is not exactly the same question (word by word) repeated in the actual exam, but yes, the concepts, topics, and question patterns repeat frequently. It is not the memorization which can save you on that day but it rather depends on your understanding as well as practice. Topics like root canal treatment, dental caries, periodontal disease appear frequently but with different clinical cases.

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