BDS is not a waste of time, but it needs patience. Many people online complain about low starting salaries, but that's mostly true for freshers without extra skills like an MDS specialization. If you focus on clinical skills, specialize after BDS, or start your own clinic, the career can pay off well. Think of BDS as the starting point, not the finish line.
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4 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
The Government Dental College and Hospital, is the main government college in the Hyderabad. It is known for low fees and strong clinical exposure. It is also one of the toughest colleges to get into because of its low fees. The NEET cutoff for this college is usually much higher than private colleges. It remains a top choice for students aiming for a government seat.
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4 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) course fees in Hyderabad range from roughly ~ INR 39,000 - INR 19+ lakh. You can check the college-wise fee details given in the below table.
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences | INR 19.92 lakh |
| Malla Reddy Dental College for Women | INR 19.92 lakh |
| Government Dental College and Hospital | INR 39,600 |
| Panineeya Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre | INR 1.8 lakh |
| Sri Sai College of Dental Surgery | INR 1.8 lakh |
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4 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) course fees in Hyderabad range from roughly ~ INR 39,000 - INR 19+ lakh. You can check the college-wise fee details given in the below table.
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences | INR 19.92 lakh |
| Malla Reddy Dental College for Women | INR 19.92 lakh |
| Government Dental College and Hospital | INR 39,600 |
| Panineeya Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre | INR 1.8 lakh |
| Sri Sai College of Dental Surgery | INR 1.8 lakh |
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Some colleges are genuinely worth the investment because of their reputation, facilities, and placement support. Higher fees at such recognised colleges often pays off through better training and career opportunities later.
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee | Median Salary Package |
|---|---|---|
| SDM College of Dental Sciences Placements | INR 3.8 lakh | INR 4.8 LPA |
| Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital Placements | INR 16 lakh | INR 8.8 LPA |
| Yenepoya Dental College And Hospital, Mangalore Placements | INR 20.3 lakh | INR 6 LPA |
| Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies Placements | INR 12.2 lakh | INR 3.9 LPA |
| Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research Placements | INR 17.4 lakh | INR 7.8 LPA |
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Some colleges are genuinely worth the investment because of their reputation, facilities, and placement support. Higher fees at such recognised colleges often pays off through better training and career opportunities later.
| Top Colleges | Tuition Fee | Median Salary Package |
|---|---|---|
| SDM College of Dental Sciences Placements | INR 3.8 lakh | INR 4.8 LPA |
| Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital Placements | INR 16 lakh | INR 8.8 LPA |
| Yenepoya Dental College And Hospital, Mangalore Placements | INR 20.3 lakh | INR 6 LPA |
| Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies Placements | INR 12.2 lakh | INR 3.9 LPA |
| Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research Placements | INR 17.4 lakh | INR 7.8 LPA |
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
BDS and MBBS lead to very different careers, so calling one better isn't fully accurate. MBBS offers wider job options and higher average pay, while BDS is more specialised and works well for those genuinely interested in dentistry. If you're only choosing BDS because you couldn't get MBBS, you may regret it. But if you like dental work, BDS can be a solid, focused career.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
BDS and MBBS lead to very different careers, so calling one better isn't fully accurate. MBBS offers wider job options and higher average pay, while BDS is more specialised and works well for those genuinely interested in dentistry. If you're only choosing BDS because you couldn't get MBBS, you may regret it. But if you like dental work, BDS can be a solid, focused career.
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