Tensed you won’t be able to secure a government seat for MBBS? Want to know whether you can get a government seat for BDS in Government Dental College? I will explain everything about the BDS admission procedures and details about BDS course fees in government colleges.
First of all, I want you to understand that dentistry is not an underrated course. There are rumors and more about dentistry, especially in India. I know many dentists who are earning Rs.5 lakhs per month in India. The only difference is that they are ready to work hard and smart.
Stories apart, let’s dive into the subject. In this article, I will be giving you details about BDS fees in government colleges, and BDS admission procedures in government dental colleges.
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BDS Course fees in Government College
First of all, I want you to know the basics about BDS government colleges. There are two types of government dental colleges:
- The one which comes under the state government, in which 85% of the seats are for students of the same state. The other 15% comes under the All India Quota, which can be allotted to students from any state.
- The second one is which comes under Central government like AIIMS, ESIC, JIPMER, etc.
The fee structure is different for both colleges. So, I will give you a range of fee structures for government colleges in India.
The fee structure for BDS in government colleges ranges from Rs.15,000 per annum to Rs.60,000 per annum, depending on each college.
A few examples of the fee structure I am mentioning below. Just for reference.
| College Name | State | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Dental College, Guwhati | Assam | Rs.1061 |
| Government Dental College | Goa | Rs.1,20,000 |
| Government Dental College, Jamnagar | Gujrat | Rs.20,000 |
| Government Dental College, Ahmedabad | Gujarat | Rs.20,000 |
| Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences | Haryana | Rs.46,590 |
| Government Dental College, Shimla | Haryana | Rs.37,000 |
| RIMS, Ranchi | Jharkhand | Rs.6000 |
| Government Dental College, Bangalore | Karnataka | Rs.53,650 |
| Government Dental College, Bellary | Karnataka | Rs.53,150 |
| Government Dental College, Alappuzha | Kerala | Rs.23,180 |
| Government Dental College, Thrissur | Kerala | Rs.23,000 |
| Government Dental College, Kottayam | Kerala | Rs.19,850 |
| Government Dental College, Trivandrum | Kerala | Rs.18,000 |
| Government Dental College, Indore | Madhya Pradesh | Rs.1,00,000 |
| Government Dental College, Aurangabad | Maharashtra | Rs.1,00,350 |
| Government Dental College, Nagpur | Maharashtra | Rs.93,710 |
| Nair Dental College, Mumbai | Maharashtra | Rs.92,300 |
| Dental College, RIMS, Imphal | Manipur | Rs.7,250 |
| SCB Dental College, Cuttak | Odisha | Rs.26,450 |
| MGDC, Puducherry | Puducherry | Rs.32,610 |
| Government Dental College, Cuddalore | Tamil Nadu | Rs.11,610 |
| KGMC, Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | Rs.54,600 |
| Burdman Dental College | West Bengal | Rs.7,800 |
| Dr R Ahmed Dental College, Kolkata | West Bengal | Rs.7,800 |
| North Bengal Dental College, Darjeeling | West Bengal | Rs.7,800 |
Personal Guidance:
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You can also go through my detailed article about BDS fees in private colleges if you are looking for BDS management quota seats.
BDS Course Admission in Government College
As I told you, there are two types of government dental colleges in India. The procedure depends on the type of college you want to join.
BDS Admission Procedure for Joining Central Dental Colleges – AIIMS, JIPMER, etc.
For this, you have to attend the counseling conducted by the MCC. You have to register for the counseling by paying a registration fee and choosing the college you want to join. But you have to monitor many things while choosing a dental college.
BDS Admission in State Government Colleges
For this, you have to attend the counseling procedures conducted by the state authority or MCC counseling.
How to Choose a Government Dental College for BDS?
There are not many things in quality when we talk about Government Dental Colleges. Apart from quality and academics, I need you to focus more on:
- Stipend.
- Hostel facility.
- Location.
Stipend
Yes, all the government colleges pay a stipend ranging from Rs.6000 to Rs.30,000, depending on the college. Choose the college which will be allotted to you with a good stipend. The stipend will be paid during your internship.
Hostel Facility
I had seen government dental colleges with the best and worst hostel facilities. Please do see to that as you will be staying there for 5 years.
Location
This completely depends on you.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fees for all the government dental colleges the same?
No, the tuition fees for all the government dental colleges are different.
Where can I see the updated fee structure?
You can find it on the state counseling or MCC website.
Can I get government seat without attending the counseling?
No.
Should I pay for hostel extra?
Yes, you have to pay hostel fees extra.
Conclusion
I have tried my best to provide all the information regarding BDS course fees in government colleges in this article. If you found this article helpful, please share it with friends and people in need.
If you are looking for BDS admission guidance in private colleges, then you can contact me at +91-8951242255.
If case if you want to show any support, you can drop a comment below and I will try my best to revert as soon as possible.
I have also written a general article about BDS course fees, which will clear the basic doubts about BDS fees in India.
I chose govt bams over bds have I done wrong .i’distressed please reply
Dear Khaled,
No you can pursue BAMS and congrats on getting a government seat. There is no meaning in getting tensed now and know more about BAMS course and try to get a better career the field. All the best and in case of any query feel free to contact me.