Dental Career Guide: Roles, Salary 2025 & Future Scope

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There are many Dental jobs opportunities for both general dental professionals as well as specialists in India. Dentists can choose to run their own Dental clinics or work in multi-speciality hospitals. As a graduate of this course one can become Dentists, Surgeons, Ortho, Endodontists, etc. One can earn a salary of around approx INR 3-5 LPA which also increases with experience.
Top Dental Jobs
Candidates can see the list of jobs below:
| 
 Jobs  | 
 Avg. Salary (INR)  | 
|---|---|
| 
 Dentist  | 
 3.5 LPA  | 
| 
 Orthodontist  | 
 6 LPA  | 
| 
 Endodontist  | 
 7 LPA  | 
| 
 Periodontist  | 
 6.4 LPA  | 
| 
 Prosthodontist  | 
 4.9 LPA  | 
| 
 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon  | 
 6 LPA  | 
| 
 Pediatric Dentist (Pedodontist)  | 
 6 LPA  | 
| 
 Geriatric Dentist  | 
 4.5 LPA  | 
| 
 Implantologist  | 
 7 LPA  | 
Dental Jobs: Top Recruiters
Candidates can see the list of recruiters below:
| 
 Dental Top Recruiters  | 
|
|---|---|
| 
 AIIMS  | 
 Sir Ganga Ram Hospital  | 
| 
 Safdarjung Hospital  | 
 Sir JJ Hospital  | 
| 
 Fortis Escorts Heart Institute  | 
 Apollo Hospitals  | 
| 
 Fortis Hospital  | 
 Manipal Hospital  | 
| 
 Denty's  | 
 Axiss Dental  | 
| 
 Dental Life  | 
 Nimbles Biotech  | 
Dental Jobs: Core Sectors
Candidates can see the key sectors below:
| Core Sector | 
|---|
| Hospitals | 
| Private Dental Clinics | 
| Government Healthcare Facilities | 
| Dental Colleges & Universities | 
| Research Institutions | 
| Pharmaceutical Companies | 
| Dental Equipment Companies | 
| Public Health & NGOs | 
Best Dental Colleges - Placements
Candidates can see the list of best colleges with high placements below:
| 
 College Name  | 
 Average Package (in INR)  | 
|---|---|
| IGIDS | 53.5 LPA | 
| Bhabha College of Dental Sciences | 48 LPA | 
| K.S.R. Instiute of Dental Science and Research | 36 LPA | 
| KSR Educational Institutions | 16 - 24 LPA | 
| JIPMER | 24 LPA | 
| Rural Medical College, Loni | 3.2 - 19 LPA | 
| Rural Dental College | 19 LPA | 
| Jan Nayak Ch.Devi Lal Vidyapeeth - JCDV | 7 - 18.8 LPA | 
| Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh | 18 LPA | 
Dental Career FAQs
Q. What is the highest-paying Dental job?
A. I think, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) is a well paying area in dentistry. As a Oral and maxillofacial surgeon, you'll basically focus on the face, mouth, and jaws related surgical treatments and around 15 - 30 Lakh.
Q. What is a Dental career?
A. Dental careers mainly revolve around oral health such as treatment and care of teeth and gums as well as overall oral cavity. Dentists are responsible for treating tooth related problems such as cavity, root canal etc. and perform routine checkups of their patients. An experienced professional in this field can easily earn above INR 12 LPA in India.
Q. Is BDS a good career option?
A. Whether BDS can be a good career option only depends on the student. Here are some key points to consider -
- The demand for skilled professionals of this field will continue to grow in the nearby future.
 - Dentistry offers wide range of specializations from which candidate can choose any as per their ease.
 - Dentists have the potential to earn way more than a corporate employee.
 - This sector is known to guarantee job security, esp. the private sector.
 
Q. What is the salary of BDS in India?
A. The salary of BDS in India depends on experience of the candidate. As a fresher, you can earn between INR 30,000 to INR 40,000 per month. With exposure this can easily reach INR 1 LPA per month and seniors of this field can earn more than INR 30 LPA.
Q. What is the career scope of BDS?
A. It's huge! And also the best part is that the demand for dental health will grow only as people are getting more aware on oral wellness. Job options are open in both big cities and small towns, and you can literally choose from a range of specializations offered.
Q. Do dentists have a future scope?
A. Yes, it has been observed that awareness related to the importance of oral hygiene is increasing on a large scale. India has a large population and most of them have started to practice health dental habits in their daily lives. Due to this, the scope of dental career is increasing in India.
Q. Is BDS better than MBBS?
A. Whether you wish to pursue BDS or MBBS only depends on you.
BDS is a course which only deals with dental hygiene and oral healthcare, and this profession comprises of dentists majorly.
On the other hand, MBBS provides a broad foundation in general medicine and covers a wide range of medical disciplines, and graduates become medical doctors who diagnose and treat various diseases and medical conditions.
Q. Which is better BDS or B Pharma?
A. Both of these are two different courses and don’t confuse them. Let me explain you the difference between these two.
BDS only focuses on oral health and treating issues related to teeth specifically.
While B Pharmacy is a pharmaceutical degree that focuses on the study of drugs, medications, and their effects on the human body.
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Student Forum
Answered a month ago
Yes, simulation labs are increasingly incorporated in BDS training. These labs allow students to practice dental procedures in a controlled environment before working on real patients.
Simulation includes using dental mannequins, virtual reality systems, and digital tools to replicate clinical scenar
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, practical labs are integral to most BDS subjects. Labs provide hands-on training in procedures like cavity preparation, crown fabrication, and periodontal techniques, reinforcing theoretical knowledge.
Students practice clinical skills under supervision, using models, extracted teeth, and simula
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
In BDS, Dental anatomy is taught through a combination of theoretical lectures and hands-on practical sessions. Students study the structure, shape, and function of teeth, jaws, and oral tissues, understanding variations in dental morphology.
Practical exposure includes working with dental models, ex
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
No, there is no entrance exam for MDS admissions at BVDCH, Navi Mumbai. Students are offered admission into the programme based on merit in terms of their NEET PG scores. The common eligibility for MDS programme at BVDCH, Navi Mumbai is a BDS degree from any Dental council of India recognised colleg
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, BVDCH, Navi Mumbai offers separate hostel facilities for girls and boys regardless of the programme. Hostel charges for MDS female students ranges between INR 1.46 Lacs and 91,000 according to one/two/three seaters.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The following specialisations are offered under BVDCH, Navi Mumbai MDS programme:
- M.D.S. (Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge)
 - M.D.S. (Periodontology)
 - M.D.S. (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics)
 - M.D.S. (Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics)
 - M.D.S. (Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry)
 
Students are adv
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, hostel facility is available for BDS students at BVDCH, Navi Mumbai. Hostel charges amount to INR 3.56 lakh.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Students must apply for admission into BDS at BVDCH, Navi Mumbai by specifying their preference for the college on NEET UG registration form. Check below for detailed step wise explanation of application process for BDS at the college:
Step 1: Register for NEET UG/PG according to the selection crite
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Students must check the BVDCH, Navi Mumbai eligibility criteria for BDS and then apply online for the same. Admission is strictly merit based and the college accepts NEET UG scores for the same. Candidates can apply online on the official site. The filled application form has to be submitted with IN
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
BVDCH, Navi Mumbai offers MDS programme for students who are eligible for the same. The common eligibility is a BDS degree from any Dental council of India recognised college/university along with Completion of one year internship. Additionally, candidate must be permanently registered with State De
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For BDS, a minimum of 40% (SC/ST) or 50% (General) is required in NEET UG to be eligible for admission to BVDCH, Navi Mumbai on the basis of merit. Additionally, Candidate must secure 40% (SC/ST) or 50% (General) of aggregate marks in Class 12 and pass Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and E
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Admission to MDS programme at Maulana Azad Medical College is strictly merit based with the college accepting NEET PG/MDS scores. There is no preference given to BDS graduates from Maulana Azad Medical College for MDS admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
No, Maulana Azad Medical College does not offers internship to MDS students. Internships are only offered to final year MBBS students at the college.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The minimum eligibility for MDS AT Maulana Azad Medical College is having a BDS degree with 55% aggregate marks from a recognised university. The selection criteria for the same is merit based with the college accepting NEET PG/MDS scores.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The minimum eligibility for MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Maulana Azad Medical College is MBBS degree with 55% of aggregate marks from a recognised university and MCI registered. The selection criteria for the same is merit based with the college accepting NEET PG/MDS scores.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Maulana Azad Medical College does not conducts an entrance exam for admission into MBBS and MDS courses. The admission for both programmes is merit based with the college accepting NEET UG and NEET PG/MDS scores for the same.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research offers admission to BDS programme based on NEET-UG scores of the candidates. Aspirants with NEET-UG score need to participate in centralised counselling conducted by MCC of DGHS, New Delhi. Aspirants have to pay the course fee after allotmen
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 months ago
The total fee for BDS is INR 6.63 lakh at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research. The total fee includes a tuition fee of INR 6 lakh, university registration fee of INR 5,000, admission form fee of INR 5,000 and a health insurance of INR 3,000. Aspirants also have to pay a refund
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 months ago
There is no preference given to BDS graduates from Army college of Dental Sciences for MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery admission to the college. Admission is strictly based on NEET MDS rank. BDS graduates from Army college of Dental Sciences do not receive any preferential treatment in the MDS ad
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
MDS Prosthodontics is a three year course in full time mode with a seat intake of three seats. Two seats of these, are reserved for children of Air Force and Navy personnel. Admission into MDS programme at the college is merit based with the university accepting NEET MDS scores. No other entrance ex
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Army college of Dental Sciences offers an in house mandatory internship programme for all final year MDS students with a stipend of INR 2500/- per month. Students are advised to check with the admissions office if the internship offered to final year MDS students is mandatory.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, hostel facilities are offered by Army College of Dental Sciences for BDS students. Separate hostels have been constructed for boys and girls and experienced wardens ensure efficient functioning. Hostel stay is compulsory for all students and students are not permitted to stay outside under own
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Army College of Dental Sciences opens admissions for its BDS programmes every year. The registration for admission is opened by KNRUHS on their website for PG generally before Feb end/ early March and for UG before August end. Admission into BDS and MDS course is merit based and the college requires
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
After admission confirmation, selected candidates are initially given provisional admission at Army college of Dental Sciences. They are required to submit the following in original and 05 sets of photocopies at the time of joining the college:
· Proof of registration with KNR UHS (Management Q
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Army college of Dental Sciences offers a one year mandatory paid internship programme within the college itself. The internship takes place in the last year of the BDS programme. An amount of INR 1200/- per month is paid to final year BDS students during the tenure of the internship.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Army college of Dental Sciences offers a one year mandatory paid internship programme within the college itself. The internship takes place in the last year of the BDS programme. An amount of INR 1200/- per month is paid to final year BDS students during the tenure of the internship.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For first year BDS students at Army College of Dental Sciences, the total annual fee including tuition, hostel and refundable security deposit amounts to about INR 5.05 lakh. An amount of INR 1200/- PM is paid every month to students as stipend during their period of internship. For civilian candida
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Selected students are initially given provisional admission at Army College of Dental Sciences. The documents required at the time of joining MDS at Army college of Dental Sciences, after admission confirmation:
- Provisional allotment letter issued by KNRUHS.
 - NEET MDS-2025 hall ticket, and Rank card.
 - Al
 
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Eligibility criteria for MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Army college of Dental Sciences is spread across three fronts. Check below the criteria for the course:
- Educational Qualification: BDS degree recognised by the Dental Council of India (DCI) with a one year compulsory rotating internship
 - En
 
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Affiliated with the Telangana State Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences, Warangal, Army College of Dental Sciences boasts excellent and experienced faculty along with a mandatory one year internship programme for final year MDS orthodontics students. The mandatory internship gives the
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Contributor-Level 10
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Are simulation labs used in BDS training?