Courses and Fees
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Program – Overview
Amrita School of Dentistry, Kochi offers the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) as its primary undergraduate program. The course is approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and is designed to provide comprehensive academic and clinical training in dentistry.
Program Details:
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Course Name: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
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Duration: 5 years in total, comprising 4 years of academic instruction followed by a 1-year Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI)
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Seat Intake: Approximately 50 seats per academic year
Eligibility Criteria:
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Candidates must have completed 10 2 (Higher Secondary) or an equivalent qualification
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The final two years of schooling must include Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology, along with English
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A minimum aggregate score in PCB subjects is required:
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General Category: Typically 50%
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Reserved Categories (OBC/SC/ST): Relaxation applies, usually 40%
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Admission is strictly based on performance in the NEET-UG examination, followed by centralized counseling
BDS Fee Structure
The fee structure is categorized based on the type of admission—General Category and NRI Category. Below are the approximate figures:
General Category (Indian Nationals)
| Fee Component | Annual Fee (Approx.) | Total for 4 Years |
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| Tuition Fee | ₹3,50,000 | ₹14,00,000 |
| Other Fees (First Year) | ₹1,30,010 (One-time/Annual) | Included in first year |
| Hostel & Mess Fee | ₹88,000 | ₹3,52,000 (for 4 years) |
NRI Category
| Fee Component | Annual Fee (Approx.) | Total for 4 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | US $6,000 | US $24,000 |
| Other Fees (First Year) | ₹1,30,010 (One-time/Annual) | Included in first year |
| Hostel & Mess Fee | US $1,600 | US $6,400 (for 4 years) |
Additional Notes
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Payment Schedule: Tuition fees are typically paid in four equal installments, one at the start of each academic year
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Internship Year: The final year (CRRI) may have a separate fee structure or include a stipend; it is not covered under the 4-year tuition fee
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Admission Processing Fee: A one-time admission charge is generally applicable upon enrollment
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Fee Confirmation: All fee details are subject to revision and should be verified with the Amrita School of Dentistry or the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) during the admission process.
For more details please visithttps://www.amrita.edu/
