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BDS Admission in Bangalore 2025-26

Welcome to our exclusive post about BDS admission in Bangalore in 2025. This is India’s top educational blog, where we share the latest information in education, entrance exams, college admissions, etc. Apart from that, we will also help students get admission to the top dental colleges in Bangalore.

Learn about Fees for BDS Courses in private colleges from one of our more popular posts on BDS fee structure throughout India. The cost of BDS admission in Bangalore is 12 to 16 lakhs for 5 years.

In this post, we will share complete details regarding BDS Admission in Bangalore 2024 which covers detailed admission procedures to dental colleges or BDS in Bangalore, the latest BDS fee structure, a list of documents needed for Admission or registration, and more.

NEET UG 2024 Cut-off

CategoryCut off ScoreNo. of Candidates
UR/EWS720-1641165904
OBC163-129100769
SC163-12934326
ST163-12914478

NEET UG 2024 Cutoff is higher than expected this year with 164 as the minimum score limit for the General category, check out the detailed description of the cutoff table given below:

  • For the Unreserved/EWS (UR/EWS) category, the cut-off percentile is the 50th percentile, with a cut-off score range of 720 to 164. The number of candidates in this category is 1,165,904.
  • For the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category, the cut-off percentile is the 40th percentile, with a cut-off score range of 163 to 129. The number of candidates in this category is 100,769.
  • For the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, the cut-off percentile is the 40th percentile, with a cut-off score range of 163 to 129. The number of candidates in this category is 34,326.
  • For the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, the cut-off percentile is the 40th percentile, with a cut-off score range of 163 to 129. The number of candidates in this category is 14,478.

The date of declaration of the NEET UG 2024 result was 04.06.2024. and the academic session for the UG courses started on 01.10.2024. If you want to take admission to neet ug courses you have to wait for NEET UG 2025.

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Let us dive into the basics of dental colleges in Bangalore.

Key points regarding dental colleges in Bangalore

  • Total private dental colleges in Bangalore: 16
  • BDS colleges recognized by DCI: 14
  • Colleges offering MDS programs: 13
  • Colleges not offering MDS programs: 1

BDS Admission Process Highlights

The following steps are required to get admission to any BDS college in Bangalore-

Step 1: Clear NEET-UG Examination

Step 2: Register yourself by paying INR 2500 at the KEA official website

Step 3: Verification of your documents will be done by the KEA

Step 4: Participate in the counseling rounds

Step 5: A seat will be allotted to you in a BDS college based on your score and your choices

Get an overview of this article through the video given below.

In the video, Dr. Sushil Agarwal explained about the topic – BDS admission in Bangalore 2024

The two specific colleges that no longer provide BDS programs are Maruthi Dental College and Syamala Reddy Dental College (SJR Dental College).

There were, in total, 16 private dental colleges in Bangalore. Among them, 14 are recognized by DCI (Dental Council of India), and 13 colleges offer post-graduation dental programs as well. One college doesn’t offer an MDS program. 

NEET Eligibility is mandatory to get a seat in any of the dental colleges under RGUHS. Students from other states are also eligible to participate in the counseling procedure.

Some are attached to medical colleges on the same campus. Some are on different campuses but are under the same management as medical colleges, whereas some are only pure dental colleges. All these colleges come under RGUHS (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health and Sciences).

BDS Admission Process

Before, if you qualified for NEET, you could go directly to the college and get BDS admission through the management quota.

But now, the situation is different. The candidate has to attend the online counseling conducted by Karnataka Examination Authority if you want to get admission to any dental colleges in Bangalore.

KEA Counseling Procedure 2024

Here, I will tell you the complete procedures for KEA online counseling. All the steps involved in the counseling are mentioned below in detail.

1. Qualification

The first and foremost thing is that the candidate must qualify for the NEET-UG entrance exam.

2. Online Registration

If you qualify for NEET, then you must go to the KEA official website at kea.kar.nic. and register by paying a fee of around Rs.2500.

3. Document Verification

KEA will announce the date for document verification on their website. The document verification will be done both offline and online.
The document verification will be done online for non-Karnataka students who wish to be admitted to private dental colleges in Karnataka.
– Upload the required documents and wait for the provisionally verified lists to be uploaded by KEA.
– You can check your name on that list and download the verification slip online.
– The documents will be verified offline for NRI-sponsored candidates and Karnataka-domicile candidates.
– The candidate must be physically present with all the original documents at the KEA office.

4. Online Counseling Rounds

The candidate must log in to the KEA account on the counseling date and be given the choice of college they want to join. The allotment result will be published in a few days. If you can’t get a seat in the first round, you can attend the second round of counseling.

5. MOP-UP Round

After the second round of counseling, the vacant seats will be allotted in the MOP-UP round

6. Stray Vacancy Round

The KEA will conduct stray vacancy and extended stray vacancy rounds after the MopUp round for the vacant seats. 

Note: You won’t be eligible to be admitted to any dental college without registering and attending the counseling procedures.

Required Documents for KEA Counseling

These are the documents you must provide during the document verification procedure. All the documents must be original.

  • 10th Marks Card.
  • 12th Pass Certificate.
  • 12th Marks Card.
  • Transfer Certificate.
  • Migration Certificate.
  • Conduct Certificate.
  • Domicile Certificate, if applicable.
  • Community Certificate, if applicable.
  • Income certificate, if applicable.
  • NEET Rank Card.
  • Photo Identity Proof, such as an Aadhar Card.
  • Passport size photograph – 6 nos.
  • Study certificate signed by BEO (For Karnataka domicile students only)

You might also have to deposit a refundable security deposit by downloading the challan during the extended stray round of counseling.

Eligibility Criteria for BDS Admission in Bangalore

To get admission to any dental college in Bangalore, the candidate must have the following eligibility:

  • Must Qualify for the NEET-UG entrance exam.
  • Must be at least 17 years of age by 31st December of the year of admission.
  • 50% marks in 12th standard aggregate and separately in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
  • Must have registered in KEA and applied for online counseling conducted by KEA.

BDS Course Fees in Private College of Bangalore

Given below is the list of private dental colleges in Bangalore fee structure, which are approved by the Dental Council of India:

Table 1: College name, Government fees, and Private fees

College NameGovt FeesPrivate Fees
Bangalore Institute of Dental SciencesINR 96,058INR 4,12,700
Rajarajeshwari Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 4,12,700
Vydehi Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 6,78,723
M.S Ramaiah Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 6,42,700
Dr. M.R Ambedkar Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 4,87,700
Dayanand Sagar College of Dental SciencesINR 96,058INR 5,02,700
Oxford Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 5,12,700
Sri Rajiv Gandhi Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 3,97,700
KLE Society’s Institute of Dental ScienceINR 96,058INR 4,12,700
Krishnadevaraya Institute of Dental ScienceINR 96,058INR 4,07,700
Sri Venkateshwara Dental College and HospitalINR 96,058INR 3,12,700
RV Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 5,62,700
V.S. Dental CollegeINR 96,058INR 5,37,700

Table 2: College name, Other fees, and NRI fees

College NameOther FeesNRI Fees
Bangalore Institute of Dental SciencesINR 4,37,700INR 4,37,700
Rajarajeshwari Dental CollegeINR 4,12,700INR 5,12,700
Vydehi Dental CollegeINR 6,78,723INR 6,78,723
M.S Ramaiah Dental CollegeINR 9,92,700INR 9,92,700
Dr. M.R Ambedkar Dental CollegeINR 4,87,700INR 4,87,700
Dayanand Sagar College of Dental SciencesINR 5,02,700INR 5,02,700
Oxford Dental CollegeINR 5,12,700INR 7,45,325
Sri Rajiv Gandhi Dental CollegeINR 4,97,700INR 8,82,700
KLE Society’s Institute of Dental ScienceINR 4,12,700INR 4,12,700
Krishnadevaraya Institute of Dental ScienceINR 4,62,700INR 4,62,700
Sri Venkateshwara Dental College and HospitalINR 3,12,700INR 3,12,700
RV Dental CollegeINR 5,62,700INR 5,62,700
V.S. Dental CollegeINR 5,37,700INR 5,37,700

I am also guiding many dental colleges in different states of India. I am placing students in dental colleges in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, etc.

These are Dental Colleges in Bangalore without donation. Yes, they can’t take any donations from the candidate as the admission fees are decided by the government.

Best BDS colleges in Bangalore

The two colleges mentioned above are the top dental colleges in Bangalore according to the NIRF ranking of top dental colleges in India 2023. M.S Ramaiah Dental College holds the 14th rank in the list and Govt. Dental College, Bangalore holds the 24th rank on the list.

Benefits of Choosing Dental College of Bangalore

The major reasons why I would prefer you to get admitted to dental colleges in Bangalore are:

  • Wide range of private dental colleges to choose from.
  • Excellent patient flow in most dental colleges.
  • Affordable Fee Structure.
  • Very good hostel facility and affordable hostel fee.
  • Excellent climatic conditions.
  • Bangalore is well connected to most of the cities via road, rail, and air.
  • Advancements in dental technologies are reaching the colleges in Bangalore at a faster speed.

BDS Seats in Dental Colleges of Bangalore

The following table shows BDS Seats in Karnataka Dental Colleges for 2024 in a college-wise manner:

Of all the BDS private colleges in Bangalore, there are 13 BDS colleges that we associate with, and 950 BDS seats are available for the 2024-25 academic year.

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BDS Admission in Bangalore 2024 FAQs

Q1: Who is eligible for BDS 2024?

A: According to 2024, in India, a person who attends NEET UG and secures a minimum percentile registers on the MCC counseling portal in their preferred state and participates in all rounds of counseling is eligible for BDS admission in 2024.

Q2: Which entrance exam is required for BDS?

A: NEET UG is the entrance exam required for BDS admission. Additionally, candidates should register on the MCC counseling portal in their preferred state and participate in all rounds of counseling.

Q3: Can we join BDS without NEET?

A: No, you can’t choose BDS without NEET. A person who attends NEET UG, secures a minimum percentile, registers on the MCC counseling portal in their preferred state, and participates in all rounds of counseling is eligible for BDS admission in 2024.

Q4: Which is better BDS or BAMS?

A: BAMS graduates have options such as working as ayurvedic doctors, researchers, or academicians, or opening their own clinics. BDS graduates, on the other hand, can pursue careers as general dentists, orthodontists, or oral surgeons. The choice between BAMS and BDS should reflect the individual’s interests, strengths, and career aspirations.

Q5: What are the fees of BDS in Government Dental College Bangalore?

A: The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program at Government Dental College and Research Institute, Bangalore, is a 5-year undergraduate course. It admits 60 students per year and has a total tuition fee of INR 2.15 lakh.

Q6: How many BDS seats are there in Karnataka?

A: According to the Dental Council of India DCI there are 28,088 BDS seats in Karnataka for the year 2024. Numerous private colleges like A.B. Shetty Memorial, Bapuji, JSS, KLE Vishwanath Katti, Manipal, and Yenepoya offer 100 seats each. Govt. colleges like ESIC Gulbarga (62 seats) and Govt. Dental College Bangalore (60 seats) also has a significant intake.

Q7: What is the BDS course duration?

A: The duration of the BDS course is 5 years which includes 1 year of compulsory rotating internship.

Q8: What is the fees for BDS in Bangalore?

For BDS the average college fee in Bangalore is INR 4,52,700.

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20 thoughts on “BDS Admission in Bangalore 2025-26”

  1. Hi sir this is deepu who is dental aspirant I’ve secured 182 in neet 2021 and I wish to join some dental college in bangalore and total package I want is 12 lakh can you suggest?

    • Dear BDS aspirant

      Welcome to our blog on BDS admission in Bangalore.
      BDS fees in private dental colleges in Bangalore starts from 412450 per annum to 941000 per annunm.
      You can select among the private dental colleges.

      ThankYou

  2. My daughter wants to take admission in BDS in Bangalore/Karnataka with affordable budget . Kindly guide/advise when to contact you to get admission under management quota. Thanks

    • Hello Dear Parent
      Welcome to our blog on BDS Admission.
      There are 14 private dental colleges in Bangalore with BDS fees ranging from Rs 412450 per annum to Rs 941150 per annum.
      All these private dental colleges in Bangalore are affiliated to RGUHS and are recognized by DCI.
      The allotment of seat for BDS is done as per merit through KEA Counselling.
      Also, these colleges charges a additional material fees which ranges from 25k per annum to 50k per annum.
      We can guide you the colleges as per your affordablity.
      Kindly get in touch after the NEET Result in order to guide you properly for direct admission in BDS in private dental colleges in Karnataka.
      Thanks

    • Hello Dear Student
      welcome to our blog on BDS admission in Bangalore.
      There are 14 Private dental colleges in Bangalore.
      All these are affiliated to RGUHS and the counselling for the seats is done through KEA.
      NEET Eligibility is must in order to take BDS admission in any of the private dental colleges in India.
      Kindly get in touch via Email or WhatsApp in order to know more about the admission process for BDS course in Top Dental Colleges in Bangalore.
      ThankYou

        • Dear Apurva
          Welcome to our blog on BDS Admission in Bangalore.
          There are many private dental colleges in Bangalore.
          You can choose from options of 10 private dental colleges .Depending upon your budget for Fee and NEET Rank , you can apply in those colleges.
          The counselling process can be explained to you.
          ThankYou

    • Dear Deepak,

      I had already sent you the list of colleges and information about BDS admission in Bangalore to your email.

    • Hello Dear Student
      The first and foremost criteria to get admission in BDS admission in Bangalore is to qualify NEET.

    • Dear Deepak,

      Sure we will completely guide you through the complete procedures for BDS admission in Bangalore.

  3. I am looking for BDS admission in reputed college in Bangalore. Appreciate iof you can contact me through email.

    • Hello
      Welcome to our blog on BDS admission in Bangalore.
      We have Emailed you the details.
      ThankYou

    • Hello
      welcome to careermudhra.com
      In Mangalore there are six private dental colleges.Both Deemed and colleges under RGUHS are there.
      Oldest among them are Manipal college of dental sciences , AB Shetty and Sreenivasa Institute of dental sciences.
      Let us know if you are looking for more information.

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