Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences

Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS), located in New Delhi, is a leading government dental college known for its excellence in dental education and clinical training. The institute offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in dental science, attracting students from across the country.

Courses Offered:

Undergraduate Program- The primary undergraduate course offered is the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS). This is a five-year program comprising four years of academic instruction followed by a one-year compulsory paid rotating internship. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in dental science along with hands-on clinical experience.

Postgraduate Programs MAIDS also offers the Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in nine specialized fields. Admission to these programs is based on the candidate’s performance in the NEET MDS examination. The available specialties include:

• Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge

• Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Pathology and Microbiology

• Periodontology

• Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics

• Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry

• Oral Medicine and Radiology

• Public Health Dentistry

These programs are structured to provide advanced clinical training and research opportunities in each specialty.

Fee Structure

As a government institution, MAIDS maintains a highly subsidized fee structure, making dental education accessible to a wide range of students. While exact figures may vary slightly across sources, the most commonly cited tuition fees are:

It is important to note that these figures do not include hostel accommodation charges. Hostel fees are additional and typically range between ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per year, depending on the type and availability of facilities.