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a year ago
Contributor-Level 7
Nair Hospital Dental College in Mumbai has an total intake capacity of 75 students for the BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) program. Thus means that each year, almost 75 students get the chance to embark on their journey at this prestigious institution.And most importantly the entrance criteria to get into this college is solely through valid NEET score.Last year the minimum cutoff to get a seat at this institute was about 450.
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New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 8
A candidate with 380 marks in NEET may find admission to BDS programs challenging but not impossible. The cut-off marks for BDS will vary by college, category (General, OBC, SC/ST), and no. of applicants. Cutoff marks for BDS for the government college can be even above 500-600 or more, in general.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
No, candidates cannot join Sri Ramakrishna Dental College and Hospital without NEET for BDS. As the institute is entirely government and there is no direct admission or donation type admission so, you have to clear NEET-UG and clear the required cutoff to apply for counselling process.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
Sri Ramakrishna Dental College and Hospital is a known college for dental sciences, Admission to BDS is solely on the basis of marks acquired in NEET UG exam, folllowed by NEET counselling session. Thus, candidates can get into Sri Ramakrishna Dental College and Hospital for BDS by cracking NEET with a significant score.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
To be eligible for admission to BDS courses at Sri Ramakrishna Dental College and Hospital, candidates are required to pay NEET UG application fee for admission.The application fee can be paid in an online mode via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking or UPI. The category-wise application fees are given in the below table:
Category | Application Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
General | 1,700 |
General EWS and OBC | 1,600 |
SC, ST, PwD | 1,000 |
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
The tuition fees for BDS in government colleges in India typically range from 15,000 to 1,00,000 per year, depending on the institution and its location. For instance, government dental colleges like those in Goa, Gujarat, and Karnataka charge between 20,000 and 53,650 annually, while other colleges in states like Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal may have lower fees ranging from 6,000 to 7,800. In addition to tuition fees, hostel fees are extra and vary across colleges. The charges can range from 3,000 to 20,000 per year, depending on the college and the facilities provided.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
At Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental School, Pune, the fees for the BDS course are approximately 3,22,174 for tuition, with an additional 60,000 for hostel and mess charges. The total fees, including development fees and other charges, amount to around 4,05,450 annually. The hostel provides 24/7 water and clean rooms, and meals are included, although some students feel the overall hostel fee is on the higher side compared to the facilities provided.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, NIOS students are eligible to appear for the NEET exam, provided they fulfill the NEET eligibility criteria. They must have passed their 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology as core subjects from a recognised board, including NIOS. The eligibility criteria for NEET require candidates to have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB for the general category, and 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. Regarding admission to BDS or BAMS in Punjab, NIOS students can also apply, as long as they meet the NEET eligibility requirements. However, each institution may have additional specific requirements, so it is advisab
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
To pursue a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), you generally need to have studied Science (with subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) in your 11th and 12th grade, as the eligibility criteria for BDS typically require a Science background. Since you studied Arts in 11th, you will need to take Science subjects (especially Biology) in your 12th to meet the requirements for BDS.
Alternatively, if you're committed to pursuing BDS, you could consider completing the necessary Science subjects through an open school or foundation course, and then appear for entrance exams like NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) for admission
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a year agoContributor-Level 7
To get admission to the Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS) for the BDS program, you must meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process outlined by the college. Admissions are primarily reserved for the children of eligible Army personnel, including serving and retired members, war widows, and dependents. Candidates must appear for the NEET-UG exam and secure the required cutoff marks. After qualifying NEET, you need to participate in the centralized counseling process conducted by the college or relevant authorities.
The steps generally include registering for the ACDS admission process, submitting nec
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