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a year agoContributor-Level 10
As per the NIRF report 2024, the median package offered to the 2023 passing-out BDS batch was INR 8.50 LPA. Earlier, the median package for 2021 and 2022 drives was the same and the amount stood at INR 8 LPA. Check the table below to know the KGMU placement package trends for BDS:
| Course | Median Package (2021) | Median Package (2022) | Median Package (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDS | INR 8 LPA | INR 8 LPA | INR 8.50 LPA |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The University has a good placement record for BDS. During 2023 placements, 86% of the BDS batch was placed, the highest percentage recorded in the past three years. The following table depicts the King George's Medical University BDS placement trends from 2021 to 2023:
| Course | Placement Rate (2021) | Placement Rate (2022) | Placement Rate (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDS | 85% | 69% | 86% |
NOTE: The above details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, pursuing a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS) can be worth it in terms of:
- Ranking: As per the latest NIRF 2024 rankings, MCODS ranks 2nd under the category of 'Dental'. It is also ranked 9th among private dental colleges in India.
- Placement: According to the Manipal College of Dental Sciences NIRF report 2024, the median package offered during UG 5-year and PG 3-year placements in 2023 stood at INR 3.8 LPA and INR 5 LPA, respectively.
- Internships: MCODS students get an opportunity to do internships at the top institutions in their final year, and the college pays them durin
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, pursuing a BDS course abroad can be a valuable experience, but it depends on individual goals and circumstances. Studying BDS course often offers access to advanced facilities, exposure to global practices, and the chance to learn from highly qualified faculty.
Additionally, international BDS courses might provide a broader clinical perspective, which can be an asset in Dental practice. However, challenges include high costs, potential language barriers, and the need to meet licensing requirements if you plan to practice in your home country after graduation.
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a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, BDS course is available at JSS Dental College and Hospital. The college offers BDS courses at the UG level. Candidate must meet the eligibility criteria to enroll for the course admission set by the college. Aspirants must pass Class 12 with a 50% aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. JSS DCH admission process is entrance-based.
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a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
To get into JSS Dental College and Hospital for a BDS course, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the college. The college offers full-time BDS courses of four years' duration. Students can get into this course based on a valid NEET exam score. Apart from the selection criteria, students must pass Class 12 with a 50% aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, you can pursue a Master of Public Health (MPH) after completing a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS). An MPH degree provides training in areas like epidemiology, health policy, environmental health, and healthcare management, which complements your Dental background.
This combination can open doors to careers in public health, where you can work on community health initiatives, health education, dental public health programs, or even research. With an MPH, you can contribute to broader health policy-making and preventive healthcare programs, potentially focusing on oral health awareness and the improvement of public dental health ser
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi,
To change BDS to MBBS degree, you need to keep the following things in mind:
BDS to MBBS Bridge Eligibility Criteria:
- BDS Degree Completion: Applicants should have completed a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from a recognised dental college or university.
- Valid Dental License: A valid dental license or registration with the dental council or relevant regulatory body in the candidate's country may be required to verify their professional credentials.
- Entrance Exam: Admission to the MBBS bridge course typically requires candidates to either take an entrance exam or have their BDS scores considered. Applicants must pass this
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
The median pay that the BDS graduates are paid after they complete their studies at Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences (CIDS) is said to be about 7 Lacs rupees per anum. The placement offered in the BDS graduates from the institute is around average, and the salary package offered is about Rs. 5 Lacs per annum. These numbers refer to the placement prospects for graduates and suggest the income likelihood for BDS professionals graduating from CIDS.
One should visit the official website of the institute for the latest data
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, you cannot join ITS Dental College for a BDS programme without qualifying for NEET as per the current regulations, NEET is mandatory for admission to any BDS course, including at ITS Dental College, which means you need to clear the NEET exam to gain admission there
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