Eligibility
Tamil Nadu Government Dental College & Hospital – Eligibility & Selection 2025
Admission at Tamil Nadu Government Dental College & Hospital is entrance-based. Students must also meet the course-specific eligibility criteria.
| Course | Common Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BDS | • Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English • Minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories) | NEET-UG State Counselling |
| MDS | • BDS degree from a DCI-recognized university • Completion of 1-year internship before the cut-off date | NEET-MDS Counselling |
| BSc (Dental Technology / related) | • Class 12 or equivalent with relevant subjects | Merit-based or institution-level entrance (if applicable) |
| Diploma / Certificate Courses | • Class 12 pass or BDS, depending on course | Merit-based or institutional selection |
| PhD / M.Sc (Dental / Allied Health Sciences) | • Postgraduate degree in Dentistry, Medicine, or related field | Institutional-level entrance / interview |
