Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Program Overview

• Course Level: Undergraduate Degree

• Duration: 5 years (comprising 4 years of academic instruction and 1 year of compulsory rotating internship)

• Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have completed 10 2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), and English as core subjects. A valid qualifying score in the NEET-UG entrance examination is mandatory.

• Annual Intake: Approximately 100 seats are available at the Manipal campus.

Estimated Fee Structure for BDS (General Category)

The total cost of the BDS program includes tuition fees, one-time charges, and accommodation-related expenses. These figures are based on recent academic data and are subject to revision. Prospective students are advised to refer to the official MAHE or MCODS website for the latest fee notifications.

• Total Course Fee (Tuition Other Charges): Estimated between ₹20.95 Lakhs and ₹22.10 Lakhs for the full five-year duration.

• Tuition Fee Only: Approximately ₹16.60 Lakhs for the entire course.

• One-Time Payment: A refundable caution deposit, generally around ₹10,000, is applicable.

• Hostel and Mess Fees: These vary depending on the type of accommodation (AC/Non-AC, single/double occupancy). The estimated total for hostel and mess over the course duration is around ₹4.25 Lakhs, based on the most economical option.

Additional Academic Programs Offered

MCODS Manipal also provides a range of postgraduate and certificate-level programs to support advanced learning and specialization in dentistry.

• Master of Dental Surgery (MDS): A three-year postgraduate program offered in multiple specialties, including:

  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

  • Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics

  • Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics

  • Prosthodontics, Crown & Bridge

  • Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry

  • Periodontology

  • Oral Medicine & Radiology

  • Oral Pathology and Microbiology

  • Public Health Dentistry

• Postgraduate Certificate Courses: These include focused programs in areas such as Aesthetic Dentistry, Laser Dentistry, and Oral Implantology.

• Diploma Programs: Offered in disciplines like Dental Hygienist and Dental Mechanic, catering to skill-based training and professional development.

Disclaimer: The fee details and program structure mentioned above are based on publicly available information from previous academic years, such as 2024–2025. These figures may vary depending on institutional updates, policy changes, and other factors.