Courses and Fees
Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences – BDS & MDS Program Overview
Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences (IGIDS) operates across multiple locations, notably in Pondicherry under Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (Deemed University) and in Kothamangalam, Kerala, affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). Both campuses are recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and offer comprehensive dental education through undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) – Course Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) |
| Duration | 5 years (4 years academic 1 year compulsory rotating internship) |
| Eligibility | 10 2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. Must qualify NEET-UG. |
| Annual Intake | Approximately 100 seats (varies by campus and year) |
Admission to the BDS program is based on NEET-UG scores, with seat allocation handled through centralized counselling:
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Pondicherry Campus (Deemed University): Counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
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Kothamangalam Campus (Kerala): Admission through CEE Kerala under the State Quota and other categories.
BDS Fee Structure (Estimated for 5-Year Duration)
| Campus | Total Tuition Fees (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| IGIDS, Pondicherry | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹13.26 Lakhs (varies by quota and year) |
| IGIDS, Kothamangalam (Kerala) | ₹3,30,940 per year; total estimated ₹20–₹25 Lakhs |
Note: These figures are based on previous academic years and may vary depending on the admission quota (Government, Management, NRI). Additional costs such as hostel fees, university registration, caution deposit, and miscellaneous charges are typically separate.
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) – Program Details
The MDS program is a 3-year postgraduate course offered in multiple specialties. Admission is based on NEET-MDS scores, with counselling conducted by the respective authorities (MCC for Deemed Universities and CEE Kerala for affiliated colleges).
Common MDS Specializations Offered:
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Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
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Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
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Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
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Periodontology
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Oral Medicine and Radiology
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Oral Pathology and Microbiology
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Public Health Dentistry
MDS fees vary widely by specialization and campus, ranging from ₹9 Lakhs to ₹27 Lakhs for the full course duration at the Pondicherry campus.
For more details please visit:https://www.igids.org/
