Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria for BDS Admission
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Educational Qualification:
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Candidates must have completed 10 2 or equivalent from a recognized board (CBSE, ICSE, or State Boards).
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Core subjects must include Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
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A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is required for General category students.
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Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) may be eligible with 40% aggregate marks.
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Age Requirement:
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The candidate must be at least 17 years old on or before December 31 of the admission year.
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NEET-UG Requirement:
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Admission is strictly based on NEET-UG qualification.
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Candidates must have appeared for NEET-UG and secured a valid score above the qualifying cut-off.
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NEET is mandatory for all categories, including NRI and foreign candidates.
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For Foreign/NRI Candidates:
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Must have completed higher secondary education equivalent to Indian standards.
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Required subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
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Must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
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NEET-UG qualification is also mandatory.
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Additional Admission Requirements
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Candidates must present the following documents during counselling and admission:
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Original and photocopies of Class 12 mark sheet
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NEET-UG hall ticket and scorecard
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Date of birth proof
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Transfer and conduct certificates from the last institution
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Community and nativity certificates (if applicable)
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Course Duration and Structure
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The BDS program at Saveetha Dental College spans 5 years:
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4 years of academic coursework
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1 year of compulsory internship
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