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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, MBBS is not compulsory for pursuing a BDS.
BDS is a distinct undergraduate programme specifically focused on Dental education and training, whereas MBBS is centred on medical education with a broader focus on general medicine and surgery. Both are separate professional degrees with different curricula and career paths.
To pursue BDS, candidates need to have their higher secondary education with PCB and also pass the entrance exams, such as NEET, specific to dental studies.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a BDS course is considered a professional doctorate in the field of dentistry.
Individuals who complete the BDS course are known as dentists or dental surgeons. While they may not be medical doctors (i.e., physicians), dentists are doctors in the sense that they hold a doctoral-level degree in their field and are licensed healthcare professionals trained to diagnose and treat oral health issues.
They are qualified to perform various dental procedures, including dental examinations, fillings, extractions, root canals, and other treatments related to oral health and hygiene.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, BDS require NEET. If candidates do not have NEET eligibility, they cannot enrol in BDS. Although states were permitted to host their own entrances using an ordinance in 2016, NEET has been made mandatory going forward.
Candidates still need to pass NEET even if they wish to study BDS abroad. NEET is essentially a qualification exam for future healthcare professionals in India. Nothing is possible without NEET.
In India, there is just one entrance exam for admission to the MBBS and BDS programmes: the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). The exam lasts three hours and 20 minutes and is given once a year in offline mode.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, getting BDS with 80 marks in NEET is very hard, no matter what category you are.
In India, BDS admission is very competitive, and students need high marks in NEET to get a seat.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
As suggested by the name, the BDS in General Surgery exposes and instructs students in the Science of Dentistry. After completing the professional programme for BDS. In general surgery, students must register with the Dental Council of India in order to practise their profession.
Students who want to enrol in the BDS programme in general surgery must meet the requirements. Candidates for this programme must have earned a Class 12 degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board. The three required subjects for Class 12 are Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The term "Doctor" have different meanings, it all depends on the context.
When it comes to BDS, those who have completed this degree are dentists. They have qualification to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
But, it's important to note that the "doctor" title is often associated with individuals who hold a doctoral degree.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The BDS salary in India can vary based on several factors, including experience, location, type of employment, and the specific organisation or clinic. Here is a general idea of the salary range for BDS graduates in India:
- Entry-Level: INR 2 - 5 LPA
- Mid-Level: INR 5 - 8 LPA
- Senior-Level: INR 8 - 20 LPA
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, after completing BDS, you can certainly opt for a Hospital Management course, and it can be highly beneficial for your career. Hospital management courses or an MBA in Hospital Management, Healthcare Management, or Healthcare Administration can offer valuable skills and knowledge in managing healthcare facilities, not just limited to hospitals but also clinics, healthcare organizations, or dental practices.
While it might not be a mandatory requirement to pursue a hospital management course after BDS, it can significantly complement your clinical expertise, expand your career prospects, and equip you with the skills needed for admi
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a year ago
Contributor-Level 7
MGM Dental College MDS cut off is the minimum mark prescribed by the selection board for the admission of students. Aspirants who apply for the Institute must clear the Cutoff for various courses.
MDS cutoff 2023 is given below-
| Category | Minimum Qualifying/Eligibility Criteria | Cutoff Score (Out of 960) |
| UR/EWS | 50th Percentile | 263 |
| SC/ST/OBC (including PwD of SC/ST/OBC) | 40th Percentile | 227 |
| UR PwD | 45th Percentile | 245 |
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a year ago
Contributor-Level 7
Getting admission in BDS in govt. college at 18,000 rank in EWS category may be a little difficult for you as the competition is very high, but you can definitely apply for some good govt. colleges as the cutoff varies every year as low tier and private colleges, and you can check out some good private colleges like ITS dental college, etc. for BDS as your backup option.
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