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11 months agoContributor-Level 8
Dear Sivarajkumar,
The cutoff marks for the NEET exam under the Ex-Serviceman (Ex-Serviceman) category in Tamil Nadu's government MBBS and BDS colleges, including Tirunelveli Medical College, are determined by the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Medical Education (TN DME). These cutoffs vary annually based on factors such as the number of applicants, seat availability, and overall performance.
For the 2021-2022 session, the cutoff for the Ex-Serviceman category was 301 marks.
Please note that these figures are subject to change each year. To obtain the most accurate and current information, I recommend regularly visiting the official websites o
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
Hi, the below mentioned BDS colleges in Tamil Nadu are rated by the students for their faculty quality:
| College Name | Tuition Fee | Faculty Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute | - | 5.0/5.0 |
| RVS Dental College and Hospital | INR 12.5 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
| Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences | INR 12.5 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
| Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital | INR 16 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
| SRMIST Chennai Ramapuram | INR 22 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
Hope this helps!
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
Hi, candidates can see the table below for the best BDS colleges in Tamil Nadu that offer quality education with modern equipments, etc. -
| College Name | Tuition Fee | Infrastructure Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chettinad Dental College and Research Institute | - | 5.0/5.0 |
| Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology | - | 5.0/5.0 |
| SRM Dental College | INR 15.6 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
| SIMTS | INR 43 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
| SRMIST Chennai Ramapuram Campus | INR 22 lakh | 5.0/5.0 |
Source: official site and may vary.
Hope this solved your query!
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
MDS courses are PG degree focusing on advanced dental specialities, while BDS is an undergraduate degree providing general dental education.
Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two courses.
Particulars | MDS | BDS |
|---|---|---|
Course Name | Master of Dental Surgery | Bachelor of Dental Surgery |
Course Level | Postgraduate | Undergraduate |
Course Duration | 3 years | 5 years |
Course Fees | INR 5 Lakh and INR 15 Lakh | INR 16,500 - INR 42.5 Lakh |
Admission Process | Entrance-Based | Entrance-Based |
Eligibility Criteria | BDS with 50% scores | Class 12 & NEET |
Entrance Exams | NEET MDS, INI CET | NEET & KEAM |
Popular Colleges | AIIMS Delhi, King George's Medical University, JIPMER Puducherry, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences | KGMU, SRIHER, SRM Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, etc. |
Job Profiles | Endodontists, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, Oral Surgeons, etc. | Dentists, Dental officers in Defense Services, Dentists in Indian Railways, Lecturers, Researchers, etc. |
Average Salary | INR 3 LPA - INR 5 LPA | INR 3 LPA - INR 9 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Hospitals, Academics, Researchers, Scientists, Administration, etc. | Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Educational Institutes, Dental Product Manufacturers etc. |
Note: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.
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11 months agoGuide-Level 15
Candidates must pass Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology with at least 50% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST/ OBC Categories) to apply for Bhojia Dental College & Hospital BDS programme. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
Over the past three years, the cut-off rank required for DY Patil Dental College Pune BDS admission has shown a declining trend. The closing rank during the last round of counselling was 6,90,460 for the General AI category students. It was 9,42,299 in 2023 and 10,27,795 in 2022. Analysing the cut-off trend, it can be said that getting admission to the BDS course of DY Patil Dental College Pune has become more competitive and difficult over the past three years.
Check out the following infographic presenting the DY Patil Dental College BDS cut-off trend:
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
DY Patil Dental College Pune provides BDS admission to candidates who have a valid NEET UG rank. Those who clear the required NEET UG cut-off are allocated seats through various counselling rounds conducted by the MCC. In 2024, the last NEET UG rank at which BDS admission was provided to General (All India) candidates was 6,90,460. It was 9,42,299 in 2023 and 10,27,795 in 2022. Considering the cut-off trend and increasing competition, aspirants must aim to secure a rank that's better that the previous year's rank to ensure admission to the programme.
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, to get awarded with a BDS degree at DY Patil Dental College Pune, students are required to undergo a compulsory internship of one year. It enables applicants to gain practical experience through clinical application of theoretical knowledge. It is a paid internship and it includes training in the following areas:
- Oral Medicine & Radiology
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Prosthodontics
- Periodontics
- Conservative Dentistry
- Pedodontics
- Oral Pathology
- Microbiology Orthodontics and Community Dentistry
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