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a year agoContributor-Level 10
In India, fresh BDS graduates can expect a salary ranging from INR 20,000 to INR 50,000 per month, depending on the clinic, hospital, or academic institution they join. Salaries are higher in corporate hospitals and private practices, but setting up an independent practice requires experience.
Abroad, BDS graduates need to clear licensing exams before practicing. In countries like the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia, fresh dentists can earn $50,000 to $100,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Practical training in BDS plays a crucial role in developing clinical expertise. During the final years and one-year compulsory internship, students perform dental procedures like extractions, root canals, and restorations under supervision. This hands-on experience helps them gain confidence and technical skills.
Moreover, practical training teaches students patient communication, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Exposure to real-world cases ensures that they are job-ready and capable of handling dental emergencies in professional practice.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The BDS curriculum primarily focuses on oral and dental sciences, covering subjects like oral pathology, prosthodontics, periodontology, and orthodontics. It emphasizes dental procedures, clinical skills, and patient management related to oral health.
On the other hand, the MBBS syllabus covers a broader range of medical subjects, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and general surgery. It prepares students for overall patient care rather than specializing in a particular organ or system.
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a year agoBeginner-Level 1
You can clear NEET MDS and do post graduation or you can start practising in a private clinic as a general dentist. Moreover, you can apply in courses out of country or can do MBA in hospital management.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
Your NEET score at 203 marks out of 720 provides scarce opportunities to win admission to most reputable government and established private medical colleges. The standard cutoff levels for general section candidates to enter government BDS programs typically span from 600 to 650 marks. The management quota cutoff marks in private institutions are generally between 300 and 350 out of 720 but these seats face competition due to their limited availability. The lowest scores to qualify for BDS admission exceed 203 even when reserved category candidates benefit from 50 to 100 marks of relaxation. You should consider other admission pathways
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can check the comparison of MBBS with courses like BDS, BAMS, or BHMS below:
Factor | MBBS | BDS | BAMS | BHMS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Duration | 5.5 years (incl. internship) | 5 years (incl. internship) | 5.5 years (incl. internship) | 5.5 years (incl. internship) |
Syllabus | Extensive, covers all medical fields | Focuses on dentistry & oral health | Covers Ayurveda & modern medicine | Covers Homeopathy & basic medicine |
Difficulty Level | High – Detailed clinical exposure | Moderate – Practical dentistry | Moderate – Ayurvedic treatments | Comparatively easier – Homeopathy focus |
Internship Rigor | Intense hospital training | Dental procedures-focused | Ayurvedic hospitals & dispensaries | Homeopathic clinical training |
Postgraduate Scope | Wide – MD/MS & super-specialization | MDS – Specialization in dentistry | MD Ayurveda & PG diplomas | MD Homeopathy & PG diplomas |
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a year agoGuide-Level 15
Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences selects candidates for BDS programme based on NEET score. It is important for the aspirants to have document relevant to their eligibility and entrance exam. Below are the documents required at the time of admission:
- Rank card (NEET)
- SSLC/ Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet
- Transfer Certificate
- Date of birth certificate (if it is not in the Class 10 scorecard)
- Aadhaar card
- KEA verification slip
- NEET result sheet
- KEA admission letter
- Blood group report
- Migration Certificate by Board (Not Applicable to P.U.C. Board students)
- OBC/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe students should produce caste & income certificate
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a year agoGuide-Level 15
Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences has a total intake of 40 for BDS course. Candidates are offered seat in the programme based on their NEET score. Aspirants once selected need to participate in KEA Counselling for seat allotment. Aspirants need to report at the campus of CIDS for seat confirmation and fee payment.
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a year agoGuide-Level 15
Aspirants must have passed Karnataka PUC II examination or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as optional subjects and English as one of the languages with at least 50% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST) in three subjects to apply for BDS course at Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.
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a year agoGuide-Level 15
Yes, Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences has defined the age limit to apply for BDS programme. Aspirants must have completed 17 Years of age at the time of admission or shall complete this age as on the Dec 31 of the admission year. Besides, he or she must also be medically fit to undergo the course and practice dentistry.
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