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a year agoContributor-Level 10
NEET MDS is the accepted entrance exam for SRM Kattankulathur (KTR) Dental College MDS admission. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has not yet released the complete exam schedule for the NEET MDS 2026 application process.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
SRM Dental College Kattankulathur offers a three-year MDS course in six specialisations. Listen below are the MDS specialisations that students can choose from while pursuing a MDS at the dental college:
- MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
- MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- MDS in Orthodontics and Dento Facial Orthopeadics
- MDS in Periodontology
- MDS in Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge
- MDS in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The tuition fees of MDS at SRM Dental College Kattankulathur depends on the MDS specialisation chosen by the candidates. Candidates are required to pay the first instalment of the course fee after completion of all the selection rounds to confirm their seats. In addition to the tuition fee, they must pay a registration fee of INR 10,000 at admission (same for all specialisations). The specialisation-wise tuition fee for SRM Dental College Kattankulathur MDS courses tabulated below:
| Course | Total Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | INR 42 Lakh |
| MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | INR 42 Lakh |
| MDS in Orthodontics and Dento Facial Orthopeadics | INR 42 Lakh |
| MDS in Periodontology | INR 27 Lakh |
| MDS in Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge | INR 33 Lakh |
| MDS in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry | INR 36 Lakh |
NOTE: The mentioned fees are sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. They are still subject to change and hence, are indicative.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a full-time Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) is available at SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital (university campus). The duration of the PG-level programme is three year, and it is offered in six secialisations. A stipend is paid to students throughout the course. With an NIRF ranking of #32 (Dental Category; 2024), SRM KTR Dental College offers 18 seats under its MDS course. The course is recognised by the Dental Council of India. The total tuition fee for MDS at the college ranges between INR 27 Lacs and INR 42 lakh. The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is st
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The entrance exam for SRM Kattankulathur (KTR) Dental College BDS admission is NEET UG. As of now, the NTA has not released the exam schedule and application dates for NEET UG 2025. The NEET 2025 registration process will tentatively begin in the first week of March 2025. The registration window will remain open till the first week of April 2025 (tentative). The exam is expected to be conducted in the first week of May 2025.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a full-time Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) is available at SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital (university campus). The duration of the programme is five year, including a compulsory internship of one year. A stipend is paid to students during the internship. With an NIRF ranking of #32 (Dental Category; 2024), SRM KTR Dental College offers 100 seats for its BDS course. The course is recognised by the Dental Council of India. The total tuition fee for BDS at the college is INR 15.6 lakh. The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, i
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates aspiring to pursue a BDS at SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital are required to complete the NEET UG application process. The NEET UG application fee depends on the reservation category of candidates. The category-wise application fee are tabulated below:
Category | Application Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
General | 1,700 |
General EWS and OBC | 1,600 |
SC, ST, PwD | 1,000 |
Outside India | 9,500 |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, BDS graduates of SRM KTR Dental College and Hospital can explore various job opportunities in the government sector. These jobs provide job security, stability and recognition in addition to amazing salary packages and perks. Listed below are the government job opportunities for SRM KTR Dental College and Hospital BDS graduates:
- Dental Surgeon positions in Government Hospitals, Community Health Centers (CHCs), and Primary Health Centers (PHCs)
- Army Dental Corps (Indian Army)
- Dental Surgeon positions under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) or the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)
- Dental Surgeons in the Indian Railways
- Lectu
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
SRM Dental College (KTR) has a decent placement record for BDS. However, the placement rate over the past few years has been less than 100%. With an average salary package of around INR 6 LPA, the college has maintained a placement rate of over 70%. According to SRM KTR Dental College reviews on Shiksha.com, the placement rate for BDS over the years ranges between 80% - 95%. Candidates can refer to the following table presenting the number of BDS students placed in 2021, 2022 and 2023 as per the college's NIRF Report 2024:
Particulars | BDS Placement Statistics (2021) | BDS Placement Statistics (2022) | BDS Placement Statistics (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
Total Students | 30 | 32 | 99 |
Students Placed | 21 | 27 | 89 |
Students opted for higher studies | 9 | 5 | 2 |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
In order to secure BDS admission at SRM Dental College Kattankulathur, candidates must have a valid NEET UG rank. Those who clear the required NEET UG cut-off are allocated seats through various counselling rounds conducted by the MCC. In 2024, the last NEET UG rank at which BDS admission was provided to General (All India) candidates was 3,38,076. Candidates can refer to the following table for the college's BDS cut-off over the past three years:
| Course | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) | 9,78,269 | 4,40,852 | 3,38,076 |
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