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To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme at Sardar Patel Post Graduate Institute of Dental and Medical Sciences, candidates must:
- Have completed 17 years of age at the time of admission or should be completing it by December 31st of the year of admission.
- Have qualified the National Entrance Eligibility Test (NEET).
- Have passed the 12th class examination with Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and English subjects.
- For General category candidates, a minimum of 50% marks in the 12th grade is required, whereas SC/ST/OBC category candidates must score at least 40% marks.

| Documents Required |
| - |
| NEET Scorecard |
| Class 10th and 12th mark sheets |
| Class 10th and 12th passing certificates |
| Date of birth proof (Birth Certificate) |
| ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving License) |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) |
| Income Certificate (if applicable) |
| Domicile Certificate |
| Medical Certificate |
| Conduct Certificate from the previous institution |
| Migration Certificate |
| 5-6 passport-sized photographs |

BDS graduates from Sardar Patel Post Graduate Institute of Dental and Medical Sciences can pursue various career paths, including:
Clinical Practice: They can work as dentists in private clinics, hospitals, or community health centers.
Research and Academia: They can pursue careers in research and teaching in dental colleges and universities.
Public Health: They can work in government health departments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), or international health organizations to promote oral health and prevent diseases.
Dental Industry: They can work in the dental industry, including companies that manufacture dental equipment, materials, and pharmaceuticals.
Administration: They can work in administrative roles, such as hospital administrators, medical directors, or health managers.
Specializations: They can pursue specializations, such as orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, and more.
Some specific job roles for BDS graduates include:
Dentist
Dental Surgeon
Orthodontist
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Pediatric Dentist
Periodontist
Prosthodontist
Public Health Dentist
Dental Researcher
Dental Educator
Dental Administrator
Note: The job roles and career paths may vary based on individual interests, skills, and experiences.

BDS graduates from Sardar Patel Post Graduate Institute of Dental and Medical Sciences can work in the following sectors:
1. Private Practice
2. Government Hospitals
3. Dental Research Institutions
4. Education and Academics
5. Public Health
6. Armed Forces
7. Corporate Sector