UK GDC: ORE Capacity Doubled from Mid-2026; New Strategy Announced

The General Dental Council (GDC) UK announced its 2026-2028 strategy, including doubling the capacity for overseas dentist registration via the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) from mid-2026. Additionally, the UK government confirmed a significant expansion of ORE and LDS exam places over two years. This directly impacts Indian BDS graduates seeking UK registration, with more exam slots and improved registration timelines expected.