Top BDS Colleges in India 2026
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) is the primary professional degree program for dental medicine in India. Regulated by the Dental Council of India (DCI), BDS courses span 5 years (including 1 year of compulsory rotating internship).
Data Overview
PublishedAuthority
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) & State Counselling Authorities
Courses
BDS
Data Source
Dental Council of India (DCI) & MCC
Academic Year
2026
Last Updated
23 June 2026
Official Source
Dental Council of India (DCI) & MCC
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) & State Counselling Authorities
Official Website
https://mcc.nic.in
Always verify information from the official source before making decisions.
Overview
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) is the primary professional degree program for dental medicine in India. Regulated by the Dental Council of India (DCI), BDS courses span 5 years (including 1 year of compulsory rotating internship).
Securing a dental seat at prestigious government institutes is a highly sought-after alternative for candidates. Leading dental institutions include the Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS, New Delhi), Government Dental College (Mumbai), and the Faculty of Dental Sciences, IMS BHU (Varanasi). This guide compiles the cutoffs, seat availability, and fee structures for these premier dental institutes.
Counselling Process
Step-by-step guide to complete your counselling
BDS counselling runs parallel to MBBS counselling. Eligible candidates register on the MCC portal for 15% AIQ seats, participating in choices entry, seat allotment, and admission reporting at the designated dental college.
Registration
Register on the official counselling portal with NEET roll number and personal details.
Fee Payment
Pay the counselling registration and security deposit fee online.
Choice Filling
Select and prioritize your preferred colleges and courses. Lock choices before deadline.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on your NEET rank, preferences, quota, and seat availability.
Document Verification
Upload and verify all required documents as per the counselling authority guidelines.
College Reporting
Report to the allotted college within the specified timeframe with all original documents.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Must qualify in NEET UG 2026 with a score exceeding the minimum qualifying percentile.
2. Must have completed 17 years of age by December 31, 2026.
3. Must pass 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, securing a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (40% for reserved category candidates).
Required Documents
1. NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
2. 10th & 12th Marksheets and Certificates
3. Nationality/Domicile Certificate
4. Eight Passport-sized photographs
5. Category/Caste Certificate (if claiming reservation)
6. Provisional Allotment Letter from the MCC website
Reservation Policy
Central reservation guidelines apply for All India Quota BDS seats, allocating 15% to SC, 7.5% to ST, 27% to OBC-NCL, 10% to EWS, and 5% to PwD candidates.
Seat Matrix Details
India houses exactly 26,576 BDS seats across 390 dental colleges. Government dental colleges are limited, making them highly competitive, with cutoffs closing between 15,000 and 25,000 ranks in Round 1.
Cutoff Information
BDS cutoff ranks vary significantly between government dental colleges and private/deemed dental universities. While government colleges require top-tier ranks, private colleges are accessible at lower percentiles through state quota counselling.
Sample Data
Showing 10 of 10+ records
| College Name | State | AIQ R1 General Cutoff | Annual Govt Fee | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Dental College & Hospital | Delhi | 4614 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| Maulana Azad Medical College | Delhi | 4614 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| Jaipur Dental College | Rajasthan | 8857 | ₹18,000 | 100 |
| RUHS College of Medical Sciences | Rajasthan | 8857 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| SCB Medical College | Odisha | 10757 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| Govt. Dental College | Kerala | 12720 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| T D Medical College | Kerala | 12720 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| ESIC Medical College & Hospital | Delhi | 13327 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
| ESIC Dental College | Delhi | 13327 | ₹18,000 | 62 |
| Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute Bangalore | Karnataka | 13876 | ₹18,000 | 50 |
Top BDS Dental Colleges by Round 1 AIQ Cutoff & Seats
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Frequently Asked Questions
3 common questions answered
The Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS), New Delhi, is widely regarded as the premier dental institute in India, closing around 4,000-8,000 NEET ranks.
The BDS course is a 5-year undergraduate program consisting of 4 years of academic study and 1 year of compulsory rotating internship.
Yes, 15% of seats in government dental colleges nationwide are offered under All India Quota (AIQ) counseling managed by the MCC.
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Important Disclaimer
MahaAdmission is an independent counselling guidance portal. Always verify final admission rules, seat matrix, allotment and schedule from the official counselling authority.
Data shown is based on previous years and does not guarantee admission. Actual allotment depends on current year seat matrix, candidate choices, reservation rules, counselling authority rules and round-wise vacancy movement.