Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
at Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute, Kelambakkam

4.3 /5

(5 Reviews)

A NAAC accredited
Private Institute
Estd. 2006

4.7

Placements

4.3

Infrastructure

4.7

Faculty & Course

4.0

Campus Life

4.0

Value for Money

Mano

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2025

4.4

A good dental college to join.

Placements: It is a professional college. So the students can expect to be well trained enough to start a clinic. The internship training in the college is also good. In my batch, all the seats were filled. The college has two different quotas: management and government. The fees for government quota is less. All the students can afford to do internship in the college for free, no stipend will be given.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is top-notch. All the lecture halls are fully air-conditioned. The labs have all the facilities. The college has lift and escalator services and cycles to travel to the nearby places. The hostel has all the facilities. Food quality is good in hostel and in the college canteen.

Faculty: All the faculty members are highly qualified. The curriculum is finished on time and many exams are conducted from time to time. Co-curricular activities are conducted often with prizes. Students can expect to be ready for the profession by the time they finish the college.

Other: BDS is a professional course. The campus crowd is good. College is situated in the outer regions of Chennai, so if you want to travel to the college by public transportation, bus is the only option. Metro will be available till Siruseri in the next four years. Many inter-college programs are also conducted.

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2022Read More

Prackadeesh PG Verified Icon

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2023

5.0

1st line choice for studying UG course of Bachelor of dental surgery, .

Placements: 1. Yearly as per government rule 100 seats were allotted for Bachelor of dental surgery. Nearly 75 percent of seats were filled by Tamil Nadu mgr university and 25 percent of seat were filled by management of the college. 2. Salary depends on individual, those who has done master in course were paid more. And most likely candidates who done MS were appointed and paid more than Candidates with UG BDS. 3. In case of dental and medical colleges it is different there is no campus interview or recruitment from companies. We should apply to varies dental institutes for job as dental surgeon, lecturer, reader, etc. Or we can start our own dental clinics if financially well. 4. two courses are offered *BDS * MS.

Infrastructure: In case of infrastructure, Chettinad denatal college is far more better than other dental colleges. Infrastructure includes Free Wi-Fi for students, Biometric systems, Laboratories for each and every departments, Separate laboratories for both UG and PG candidates, Uniforms are provided. Hifi hostel facilities available (Both boys and girls ) Food is healthy and good. Football, cricket, volleyball grounds available. Badminton, carrom, chess indoor courts are available. 24/7 emergency medical.

Faculty: Coming to faculty of chettinad dental college, Teaching staff and non teaching staff, both are well qualified with min 10 year experience. Especially teaching staff and doctors are very intellectual and will help out our students to get qualified as best doctor. They always try to get best from the student to make their future more bright.

Other: All kind of scholarships are provided. Campus is pollution free campus. Well treated drainage system. Cycles are provided. Foodcourt, Shops, salon.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2020Read More

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Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2027

3.6

Good value for the money we pay.

Placements: Placements in the dental sector depend on our skills. Chettinad provides you with a good learning experience. They also provide research facilities. They help you with your research work in every step. Internship is provided within the college itself in each department.

Infrastructure: Hostel is available in AC and non-AC. AC provides premium facilities. Wi-Fi is free. We have good labs. There is a peaceful library with all books related to the subjects available. Food is good, but it repeats itself every week. Veg and non-veg food are both available. Evening snacks and juices are provided.

Faculty: Most of the teachers are approachable. Everyone is passionate about teaching and making sure you understand your subject. There are no semesters. One final university exam and 3 IAS are conducted according to Dr. Mgr Medical University guidelines, with a minimum pass mark of 50%.

Other: Good value for the money you provide, and patient flow is average. Teaching is good. Extracurricular activities are appreciated. An iPad is provided here.

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025Read More

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Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
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CDCRI
Overview

At the UG level, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute provides Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) of 5 years As per the NIRF ranking 2024, the course is ranked at #33. The total tuition fee for the course is INR 10,00,000. Click here to check other courses of Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute BDS.

Total Tuition Fees	₹10.00 Lakh Get Fees details
Duration	5 years
Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
Official Website	Go to Website
Seat breakup	100
Type of University	Private

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
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Fees

Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) fee is INR 10,00,000. Out of all these fee components, there are a few components that are charged only once by Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute, while some have to be paid semester-wise or annually, such as tuition fees depending on the college & course. More details around Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) fees are as follows:

Fee components	Amount (5 years)
Tuition Fees	₹ 10.00 Lakh
Hostel Fees The mentioned Hostel fee does not include Mess fees	₹ 8.40 Lakh
One-time Payment The mentioned fee includes Security Deposit/ Caution Deposit	₹ 5,000
Total fee	₹ 18.45 Lakh

These are based on information available on various sources. Latest values may differ.

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
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Rankings

In 2024 according to NIRF, Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute has sustained its #33 ranking for the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course for the academic year 2024. It's essential for students to understand that this ranking isn't specific to Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) but encompasses BDS courses provided by Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute. Below, you'll find the details of Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute's recent rankings for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS):

The course duration includes 1 year Internship

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Placements4.7

Infrastructure4.3

Faculty & Course4.7

Campus Life4.0

Value for Money4.0

PREETHI G

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2019

4.4

4.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

Our college has an amazing infrastructure, well-equipped campus and top-notch staff.

Placements: Since it is a medical profession, we don't have campus interviews or placements. But learning here will help you much when you peruse for higher studies like masters, or any fellowship, etc. One year compulsory CRI will teach you most about the clinical setup.

Infrastructure: Our college has a well-ventilated and eco-green campus. Our college has amazing indoor and outdoor stadiums. It is an expensive college, but it is worth for the money paid. Food served in the hostel is amazing. We have a gym, yoga, Zumba, salon, laundry, playground and vending machines in the hostel. Overall, it was an amazing college experience. The college provides you with HP laptop or Apple iPad with college Wi-Fi facility.

Faculty: We have an education system called LMS, through which you can access any subject videos and presentations at any time. They provide both digital and blackboard teaching.

Other: It organises the college fest, Chet Fusion, Chet Fest and Midas every year.

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2020Read More

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Kishan Kumar

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Batch of 2021

5.0

5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Excellent infrastructure with well-equipped laboratories.

Placements: We have a separate placement cell in our college. We have job placement guarantee. There are total eight departments in our college in which every sub speciality is there. We have got internship in top chain of dental hospitals and clinics.

Infrastructure: We have an excellent infrastructure with well equipped classrooms having projectors. The laboratories are well-equipped. We have a food court which caters the needs of every student and staff. We have cycles to travel in the college campus and also Dolby equipped auditorium.

Faculty: We have a very good faculty. They have minimum experience of 5 years in their field. The method of learning and mastering every topic is made easy by the faculty members. They are very much approachable. Doubts raised by the students are cleared without any hesitation.

Other: My ambition and dream of becoming a doctor made me choose dentistry.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2020Read More

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Candidate must have passed in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English individually and must have obtained mentioned percentage taken together in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology. In respect of PwBD candidates as per NMC and DCI Regulations, the minimum marks in the qualifying examination in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Botany & Zoology)/Biotechnology taken together shall be 40% instead of 50%. Candidates who have passed Class 12 from Open School or as private candidates shall not be eligible to appear for the ‘National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test’. However, this has been a subject matter of challenge before the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi, Hon’ble High Court of Allahabad, Lucknow Bench, and Hon’ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur. Result awaited candidates can also apply,he/she shall not be eligible for admission to the Undergraduate Medical Courses if he/she does not pass the qualifying examination with the required pass percentage at the time of first round of Counselling.
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Candidate who have completed three year graduation with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology including practical tests in these subjects and the candidate has passed the earlier qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology with English at a level not less than a core course Or Candidate who have completed B.Sc. from Indian University with not less than 2 of the subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany, Zoology)/Biotech and further passed the earlier qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English can also apply.
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The lower age limit is 17 years on or before 31st Dec of the year of admission (born on or before 31.12.2008)