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Includes 1 year of mandatory internship.
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Hands-on dental practice & patient exposure.
💼 High Career Scope
Opportunities in private clinics, hospitals & abroad.
About BDS
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a professional undergraduate degree in dentistry. It focuses on oral healthcare, dental surgery, diagnosis and prevention of dental diseases.The program duration is 5 years including a 1-year compulsory internship.
Students gain practical knowledge in oral pathology, prosthodontics, orthodontics, periodontology, pedodontics and oral surgery.After completing BDS, graduates can start their own dental clinic, work in hospitals or pursue MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) for specialization.
Top BDS Colleges in India
There are many reputed Dental Colleges in India offering high-quality education, modern dental labs and excellent clinical exposure in dentistry.
Government Dental Colleges
- Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS)
- ESIC Dental College & Hospital, Rohini
- Faculty of Dentistry, Jamia Millia Islamia
Private Dental Colleges
- ITS Dental College, Greater Noida (Delhi NCR)
- Santosh Dental College, Ghaziabad (Delhi NCR)
Private Dental Colleges
- Kothiwal Dental College, Moradabad
- Subharti Dental College, Meerut
- Saraswati Dental College, Lucknow
- ITS Dental College, Greater Noida
- Sharda Dental College, Greater Noida
- DJ College of Dental Sciences, Modinagar
Government Dental Colleges
- King George’s Medical University (Dental Wing), Lucknow
- Faculty of Dental Sciences, BHU, Varanasi
Private Dental Colleges
- Sudha Rustagi College of Dental Sciences, Faridabad
- Jan Nayak Ch. Devi Lal Dental College, Sirsa
- Swami Devi Dyal Dental College, Panchkula
- DAV Dental College, Yamunanagar
- MM College of Dental Sciences & Research, Mullana
Government Dental Colleges
- Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences (Rohtak)
- Government Dental College, Nalhar (Mewat)
Eligibility Criteria for BDS
Educational Qualification
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB)
Minimum 50% marks (40% for reserved categories - SC / ST / OBC))
Age Limit
Minimum: 17 years (as on 31st December of admission year)
No Upper Age Limit
Entrance Exam
NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)
Mandatory for admission in all dental colleges
Admission Highlights 2026
- NEET-UG based admission
- All India & State Level Counseling
- Merit-based seat allocation
- Government & Private College options available
- Management quota seats available in private colleges
BDS Fees Structure (Approx.)
Government Colleges
Tuition Fees: ₹15,000 – ₹80,000 / year
Total Course Cost: ₹1 – ₹3 Lakhs (Approx.)
Private Colleges
Tuition Fees: ₹2 – ₹6 Lakhs / year
Total Course Cost: ₹10 – ₹25 Lakhs (Approx.)
Required Documents
- NEET Admit Card & Score card
- 10th & 12th Mark Sheets / Certificate
- Birth Certificate
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Passport)
- Domicile Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Passport-size Photographs
- Gap Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About BDS Admission in India
To get BDS admission in India, students must have completed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognized board. Candidates must score at least 50% marks (40% for reserved categories) and must qualify the NEET-UG examination.
Yes, NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is compulsory for BDS admission in India. All government, private, and deemed dental colleges accept NEET scores for admission to BDS programs.
The BDS course duration in India is 5 years, which includes 4 years of academic study and 1 year of compulsory internship in dental hospitals or clinics for practical training.
BDS admission in India is conducted through NEET counselling. The counselling process includes:
- All India Quota (AIQ) counselling
- State counselling
- Deemed university counselling
Students are allotted seats based on NEET rank, choice filling, and seat availability.
- NEET Scorecard
- 10th and 12th Mark Sheets
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Passport)
- Passport-size Photographs
- Domicile Certificate (if required)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
The BDS fees in India depend on the type of dental college:
- Government Colleges:₹20,000 – ₹1,00,000 per year
- Private Colleges: ₹2,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 per year
The fee structure may vary depending on the university and facilities provided.
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