KGF College of Dental Sciences & Hospital

Eligibility Criteria for BDS Admission

To qualify for admission into the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

• Academic Qualification: Completion of 10 2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as mandatory subjects.

• Minimum Marks:

  • General Category: At least 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

  • SC/ST/OBC Categories: Minimum of 40% aggregate in the same subjects.

• NEET-UG Requirement: A valid NEET-UG score meeting the prescribed cutoff percentile is essential.

• Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31 of the year of admission.

Admission Process

Admission to the BDS program is conducted through a centralized system overseen by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). The steps include:

1. Appear for NEET-UG: Candidates must take and qualify in the NEET-UG exam.

2. Register for Counseling: After results are announced, candidates must register for Karnataka NEET counseling via the KEA official website.

3. Choice Filling: During counseling, candidates should list their preferred colleges and courses, including KGF College of Dental Sciences & Hospital.

4. Seat Allotment: Based on NEET rank, category, and preferences, seats are allocated. The college admits 40 students annually for the BDS program.

5. Document Verification: Candidates allotted a seat must report to the college with original documents for verification and complete the admission formalities, including fee payment.