BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) Course Fees in India

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The BDS fees in India is different according to the colleges. Government colleges offer more affordable fees as compared to private colleges but while private colleges have higher fees structure.
India has around 358 colleges. The fees range from INR 10,000 to INR 2.6 Crore.
BDS Fees
Candidates can see the table below:
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BDS Colleges |
BDS Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
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1.9 Lakh |
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24 Lakh |
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15.6 Lakh |
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19.4 Lakh |
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43 Lakh |
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27.5 Lakh |
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15.6 Lakh |
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9.6 Lakh |
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18.1 Lakh |
Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.
BDS Fees in Top Colleges
Candidates can see the fees for the course in the popular government and private colleges below:
BDS Fees - Govt
Candidates can see the table below:
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Govt BDS Colleges |
Govt BDS Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
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1.55 Lakh |
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1.67 Lakh |
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1.86 Lakh |
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1.9 Lakh |
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3.5 Lakh |
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3.83 Lakh |
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15.6 Lakh |
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15.66 Lakh |
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17.5 Lakh |
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19.4 Lakh |
Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.
BDS Fees - Pvt Colleges
Candidates can see the table below:
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Pvt BDS Colleges |
Pvt BDS Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
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7.92 Lakh |
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9.6 Lakh |
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9.84 Lakh |
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10.8 Lakh |
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Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology |
11 Lakh |
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12.54 Lakh |
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15.63 Lakh |
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24 Lakh |
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31 Lakh |
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Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Poonamallee |
43 Lakh |
Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.
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News & Updates
Apr 14, 2026
Student Forum
Answered 17 hours ago
Dr. Ziauddin Ahmad Dental College, AMU offered the highest median package of INR 15 lakh. Given below are some of the SVSU Uttar Pradesh BDS colleges with their salaries -
Top Colleges | Median Salary |
|---|---|
INR 9.6 LPA | |
INR 15 LPA | |
INR 4.2 LPA | |
INR 3 LPA | |
School of Dental Sciences (SDS), Sharda University Placements | INR 5.3 LPA |
Source: The above data taken from the official site of the colleges and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 17 hours ago
There are about 2 top government BDS colleges in UP. Check the table below for the top colleges with tuition fees -
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| KGMU | INR 1.9 lakh |
| IMS BHU | INR 1.67 lakh |
Source: The above taken from the official site and can change.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 17 hours ago
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
As per popularity basis by shiksha.com, listed below are some of the top BDS colleges in Uttar Pradesh with their tuition fees -
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| KGMU | INR 1.9 lakh |
| IMS BHU | INR 1.67 lakh |
| Dr. Ziauddin Ahmad Dental College | INR 16 lakh |
| ITS Dental College | INR 15.36 lakh |
| SVSU | INR 12.54 lakh |
Source: Official site and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
There are about 20+ BDS colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Of these, 10+ colleges are privately owned and 2 colleges are owned by public/government organisations. Admissions to these colleges are usually based on NEET entrance exam.
The UP BDS colleges are SVSU - Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, KGMU,
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Desh Bhagat University NEET cutoff 2025 was concluded with the release of the final round of seat allotment for the BDS course. The cutoff was released for both the AI and HS quotas.
For all AI quota categories, the overall cutoff varied between 627176 and 1311773 for admission to the BDS course. St
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Admission to Maharishi Markandeshwar University is both entrance and merit-based. MMU Mullana determines the cutoff depending on the number of candidates and seats available. The cutoff was released for several categories belonging to the AI quota. For the General AI quota, the NEET UG last round c
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
A good score depends on the course chosen and the category of the candidate. The NEET UG entrance examination cutoff is released in the form of ranks.
For the General AI category, the MBBS course requires a rank of at least 548164 or below to gain admission. For the BDS course, the last round rank w
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
To get admission to DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai, based on the NEET results, students need to attain a valid cutoff rank for the MBBS and BDS courses. Both courses have different cutoffs for each All India category.
For the General AI category, the MBBS cutoff 2025 ranged from 419526 to 548164.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai BDS cutoff 2025 was concluded with the release of the final cutoff list. The cutoff was different for various categories under the All India categories.
For the General AI category, the DY Patil University BDS cutoff 2025 varied between 688701 and 773976. Please note
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
BHU NEET cutoff 2025 was published for admission to various AI categories for courses, like MBBS, BDS, and BSc in Nursing. Whether a 470 is a good NEET score would depend entirely on the category you belong to.
For the General AI category, the overall cutoff varied between 1165 and 82615. Hence, stu
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
BHU NEET Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to various All India categories. For the OBC AI category, the round 1 cutoff was 1808, which later increased to 86892 in the last round. In the last round, the cutoff was the lowest for the MBBS course, at 2620, meaning that this course was the most d
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
BHU NEET UG cutoff 2025 was released based on the NEET UG counselling results. The cutoff lists were valid for all students who belonged to the All India categories.
For the General AI category, the last round cutoff rank was 82615 for various UG-level courses. Hence, students would need to attain a
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Candidates can see below who should do a BDS course -
- You love working with your hands
- You want to be a "Doctor" in a focused field
- You want to run your business
- You enjoy interacting with patients
- You are patient and detail oriented
- You want a career with good work life balance
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
MBBS (General Doctor) is superior for broader career options, higher long-term earnings and also treating the whole body but it is more competitive and stressful.
BDS (Dentist) is better for a faster, specialised career, better work-life balance and also faster early income.
Choose MBBS if you want
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
BDS in India gives a good career with high demand because of rising awareness about oral health. BDS graduates can work in private clinics, hospitals or even government jobs or start their clinic.
Hope this helped your query! All the best!
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Candidates can see why BDS is important below -
- It teaches you to fix teeth, treat gum diseases and manage oral pain.
- As people become more aware of oral health, the need for dentists is growing.
- A BDS degree allows you to open your own clinic and be your own boss.
- Healthcare is a field that never goes
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a 5 - year UG degree (4 years of study + 1 year internship) that trains students to become dentists.
It includes diagnosing, preventing and also treating oral or dental diseases which includes teeth, mouth and also jaw.
Graduates can then practice dentistry in cli
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Listed below are some of the top expensive BDS colleges in Bangalore having tuition fees of more than INR 15 Lacs -
| Expensive BDS Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences | INR 32.13 lakh |
| Krishnadevaraya College of Dental Sciences and Hospital | INR 19.75 lakh |
Source: Official site and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
RGC - Rajiv Gandhi Group of Institution is the top private BDS college offered the highest number of seat intake. Listed below are some of the top colleges for BDS in Bangalore -
Private BDS Colleges in Bangalore | BDS Seat Intake |
|---|---|
M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences | 50 |
Krishnadevaraya College of Dental Sciences and Hospital | 50 |
DSI - Dayananda Sagar Institutions | 50 |
| RGC - Rajiv Gandhi Group of Institution | 100 |
Source: Official NIRF site and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The top private BDS colleges in Bangalore include M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Krishnadevaraya College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, etc., known for their quality education, modern infrastructure and great placement support.
Listed below are some of the top private colleges -
Private BDS Colleges in Bangalore | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences | INR 32.13 lakh |
Krishnadevaraya College of Dental Sciences and Hospital | INR 19.75 lakh |
DSI - Dayananda Sagar Institutions | INR 3.83 lakh |
| RGC - Rajiv Gandhi Group of Institution | INR 3.83 lakh |
Source
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre BDS admissions are entrance-based. The institute selects students who clear the admission requirements as given below:
- BDS Eligibility - Class 12 with relevant subjects from a recognised board
- BDS selection process - NEET score
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre offers a UG-level BDS. The fee and seat intake is as below:
| Course | Total Tuition Fees | Seat Intake |
|---|---|---|
| BDS | INR 3.8 lakh | 60 |
Note: This is taken from official sources and can change.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The placement rate recorded during AMU BDS placements 2024 and 2023 was 100%.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
AMU is good in terms of BDS placements. In 2024 placement drive, 100% placement was recorded. BDS median package in 2024 was 15.5 LPA.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Hi.
Here are some of the top Dental colleges in India for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) based on reputation, infrastructure, patient inflow, faculty, and consistent rankings.
- Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences
- Manipal College of Dental Sciences
- Government Dental College and Hospital
- Nair Hospit
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Scholar-Level 17
Answered 2 months ago
Neither course is strictly better as both lead to rewarding careers but they cater to different interests. MBBS is for treating general illnesses/surgeries across whole body and BDS focuses solely on oral health and dental surgery.
Candidates should choose MBBS if they want a wider career in general
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Government Dental College, Alappuzha BDS cutoff 2025 was published in the form of opening and closing ranks. To get admission for the same, students need to secure at least 29276 rank if they belong to the General AI category.
For the OBC AI category, the minimum rank needed is 41971. For other cate
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Government Dental College, Alappuzha NEET cutoff 2025 was released for all round and various categories under the All India quota. The cutoff was published for the BDS course.
For the General AI category, the cutoff ranged from 29369 in the first round to 29276 in the last round.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The Dental College RIMS NEET cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the BDS course for various rounds and categories under the All India quota.
For the General AI category, the overall cutoff varied between 20798 and 60334. Hence, students who belong to this category need to secure at least a ran
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Contributor-Level 10
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