Are you planning to pursue a bright career in the Medicare industry? Young aspirants who want to work in the healthcare sector have the most lucrative employment alternatives with a BDS degree.

But, with so many institutions, choosing the right dental college can be a tough task. So, here, We have featured one of the best DCI-approved dental colleges i.e., Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Bhubaneshwar.

Being affiliated with KIIT University, the college offers UG & PG dental programs with much greater career prospects. This college enables you to start earning right from your BDS internship.

Nevertheless, this college offers the best stipend amount to its MDS students. I have shared some key insights about the college based on my research with faculty, students, and peers. KIDS can definitely be a game-changer in your career. Read further to learn about admissions, fees, courses, facilities, etc.

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Overview

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences also known as KIDS in Bhubaneshwar city is one of the leading premiere Dental Institutions in India. The Institute was founded under the vision of great Dr Achyuta Samanta whose aim was to provide the best quality dental education all over India.

The institute was founded in the year 2007 with the vision of providing the best dental care to the people of Odisha and giving the nation its best healthcare provider. The college is affiliated with the KIIT Deemed To be University which makes it one of the top leading colleges of dentistry. It has been recognized by the Dental Council India and the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Govt. of India. Certainly, this is one of the Best Dental Colleges in India with the highest stipend amount paid to its students.

Given below is our video of the campus tour of the Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences –

With its most approachable location, the college is situated in the heart of Bhubaneshwar city with easy hassle-free connectivity from the airport or railway station.

Every year hundreds of students come from all over India to be a part of this leading institution. Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences has all the courses in Dentistry under one roof.

Courses offered:

BDS – 100 seats
MDS –
PhD –

Infrastructure

The Infrastructure of KIDS has been laid down according to the DCI guidelines. The campus has a lush green environment housing the three-storied building which has all nine dental departments in it.

It has all the latest facilities and technologies that have been introduced in the field of dentistry. The departments are well-maintained, spacious, and sterilized regularly.

Each Department has its own reception area, clinical section, seminar rooms, UG lab, PG lab, and sterilization room. The pre-clinical and clinical laboratories have all the required equipment and facilities.

There are 6 well-aerated AC lecture theatres for the students that have been designed as per the latest audio-visual aids used now.
The Dental Auditorium is fully air-conditioned and has the capacity to hold 300 people at a time.

It has a big stage, LCD projector, latest technology with sound effects. It holds all the seminars and webinars organized by the college under the CDE program.

The campus has all the banking and ATM facilities available for banks such as:

• Punjab National Bank.
• HDFC Bank.
• ICICI Bank.
• United Bank of India.
• Canara Bank.
• Allahabad Bank.

The Library plays the most important role in any institution as it is the center of knowledge. It has all the sections, journals, all national and international authors’ books. There is a general reading section and desktops for research and learning. You will get a huge section of e-books available too in the library and the whole library is Wi-Fi enabled.

The very important aspect that should be kept on priority in every college is the anti-ragging cell within the campus.
The purpose of the Anti-Ragging cell is to prevent any misshaping on campus and look after the welfare of the students. Along with this, there is a Compliance cell too within the campus.

To ensure the care of the patients visiting the campus there is a dedicated facility of Patient Grievance Redressal Cell available too. The patient is attended to within 10 minutes of notification and necessary treatment and care are provided.

Various oral health awareness camps along with a number of social outreach programs are organized by the dental college to ensure the well-being of people of the city or towns nearby. These camps are organized around various towns, villages, orphanages, schools, etc.

On-Campus Hospital

The Dental Hospital is present inside the campus itself and it aims at providing the proper treatment and service to the people of Odisha. It has all the latest technologies and the techniques used for treatment are very efficient.
The College has 250+ dental chairs and dedicated laboratories. It has a CBCT machine, OPG, and RVG.

The OPD Timings of the dental hospital are as follows:

Monday to Saturday- 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Lunch Break is from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Sunday- 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

There are separate Immunohistochemistry Lab which comes under the Oral and Maxillofacial Department.
Minor OTs, Surgery OT, Cleft lip and palate management unit, and Oral Cancer and Screening Centre.

Accommodation Facilities

There are separate Hostels for Boys and Girls with 24/7 security and CCTV surveillance. The rooms have been constructed spaciously in an eight-storied building. There are options of single or double seater rooms along with that the option of AC and non-AC is available too.

The Dining hall is well ventilated and Hygiene is given proper care. The rooms have a bed with a mattress, a study table along with a chair, individual cupboard with a lock and key. The other facilities available are 24-hour electricity and water supply.

Safe and cool water drinking facility and a no-smoking residence. There are spacious common rooms for the students to interact with each other. Attendance is taken through biometrics and 24/7 warden and security is available.

The whole campus of KIDS is Wi-Fi enabled with high-speed internet services through dedicated optical fiber cables such as Bharti Airtel and BSNL.

The Hostel Mess serves nutritious meals and students’ hygiene is given the utmost priority. There is the option of both veg and non-veg food in the mess. Seasonal vegetables and fruits are served and the menu changes according to it.

There are various cafeterias within the campus that serve delicious food round the clock and one 24/7 cafe open for the students. It also has a central canteen and 15 other food courts serving multi-cuisine food.

The college also has various other facilities such as a post office, railway reservation counter, and transportation facility for the convenience of the students. The transportation facility of the college serves the students, staff members, and visiting guests as a link between the city and the college.

Transportation Facility 

The city of Bhubaneshwar has its own DTS Redline bus services which give good connectivity to the college from various parts of the city.

• Route no. 225 – KIIT Campus to Kalpana Square.
• Route no. 306 – KIIT Campus to Balakati.
• Route no. 207 – Nandan Kannan to Airport.

Sports Facility

Sports and various other extra-curricular activities play an important role in the foundation of a student’s personality. At Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, various sports activities such as Basketball, Volleyball, Table tennis, Badminton, Billiards and snooker, chess, carom, Gym, and Yoga center are available within the campus.

KIDS has its own indoor Biju Patnaik Stadium to host matches and games during the fests that happen on the campus.

The college campus also has a Convention Centre with a seating capacity of 1600 people at a time. Along with this the campus also has a Guest house, Conference halls, Exhibition grounds, and Banquet Hall.

The Kalinga Institute also has its own 1650-bed super specialty general hospital and all the treatments and diagnostic services are provided at a very affordable cost to the people here. The hospital has a 24/7 emergency which is running efficiently day and night to take care of the patients.

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Departments

The various dental departments of the college are responsible for the treatment and diagnostic facility of the patients.

Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology

The department is located on the ground floor of the building consisting of a spacious reception area, with separate undergraduate and postgraduate sections. Here the major role is to do the oral investigation, diagnosis, and probable treatment requiring referral to the concerned departments.

It has all the audio-visual facilities along with dental X-ray units, OPG machine, CBCT machine, Cephalometric unit, Whole body X-ray and Digital Radiovisiography (RVG).

Department of Periodontics and Oral Implantology

This department deals with the various prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of the gum health of the teeth. Also looks after various other cosmetic procedures such as skin grafts, and tissue reduction, and focuses on improving the aesthetics of the patient.

Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge

This department is situated on the ground floor of the main dental building. Its major concern is with geriatric patients whose complaints are major of missing teeth and full mouth rehabilitation.

The department focuses mainly on the construction of removable prostheses, complete dentures, and fixed prostheses too. The other facilities available are crowns, bridges, and implants. The technology of implantology has been very successful and is the most natural teeth replacement available.

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

This department is situated on the third floor of the dental building. It helps in understanding the pathophysiology of the oral cavity along with the diseases occurring and their diagnosis modalities. The department has an Olympus Pentahead Microscope with dark contrast and Image analysis software.

Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry

The department is situated on the first floor of the building. It aims at providing the best treatment for the prevention, cure, and treatment of children with various oral and gum-related problems. The department also aims to educate and motivate children about their oral health.

Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics

The major focus of this department is on pulp and pulpal tissue conditions. The patients are treated with utmost care to provide them with painless treatment and restore the aesthetic, function, and form of the teeth. The root canal treatments of the teeth are done in this department of dentistry.

Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics

This department deals with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and interception of malocclusion teeth along with dentofacial deformities. The focus is also on the facial growth of the patient for good aesthetics and facial profile.

Department of Public Health Dentistry

The major focus of this department is oral health awareness across the various towns and cities thus helping the community and people to practice proper oral health measures.

They are responsible for the various oral health camps organized by the college. It provides free health services to people and creates oral health importance in society.

Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

This department deals with the exodontia and surgical treatment of oral diseases. All the extraction procedures are carried out in this department and the department is well-equipped with minor operation theatres to carry out minor surgical procedures. It deals with all the minor and major pathological diseases of the oral cavity or any other facial deformities if present.

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Courses

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

The college offers an undergraduate program in BDS. The course is designed for the duration of 4 academic years and 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship. The curriculum covers all aspects of dentistry. BDS is the study of teeth primarily and it also incorporates the learning of various parts of the head enclosing the face and brain.

The subjects under the BDS course are prosthodontics, microbiology, human anatomy, pedodontics, physiology and biochemistry, orthodontics and dentistry, general pathology & pharmacology, etc. The whole academic duration comprises both theoretical as well as practical learning.

BDS Course Structure

First Year	Second Year
General Human Anatomy including Embryology & Histology General Human Physiology and Biochemistry Dental Anatomy, Embryology and Oral Histology Dental Materials Pre-clinical Prosthodontics	General Pathology and Microbiology General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics Dental Materials Pre-Clinical Conservative Dentistry Pre-Clinical Prosthodontics Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology
Third Year	Fourth Year
General Medicine General Surgery Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology Oral Medicine and Radiology Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Periodontology Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Public Health Dentistry	Oral Medicine and Radiology Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Periodontology Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Public Health Dentistry

MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)

KIDS also offers a postgraduate program in MDS. The MDS course is for a duration of 3 years and the curriculum is completely career-oriented and research-based. This course can only be pursued upon completion of the BDS program as well as completion of the internship. Students must be medically fit and must not suffer from any contagious diseases.

The curriculum of MDS fosters the evolution of critical analysis, research skills, and advanced skills which helps in recognition for registration as a dental specialist. The course is regulated by some highly experienced faculty members. All the departments at this college are equipped with modern and sophisticated instruments.

Specializations under MDS at KIDS

• Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics.
• Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics.
• Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge.
• Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry.
• Oral Pathology & Microbiology.
• Public Health Dentistry.
• Periodontology.
• Oral Medicine & Radiology.

Ph.D. in Dentistry

Students having an interest in research work can opt for this program only if they have accomplished a degree in MDS. The doctoral program in dentistry is for a duration of 6 years.

This can be extended to a maximum of 2 more years and that too after a recommendation of the School Level Research Committee. The course outcome is quite satisfying as you’ll be awarded a PhD degree and can continue your work as a research scholar.

The main objective of this program is to ensure and facilitate rich quality research in the field of dentistry and allied health sciences which enrich the dental sector.

Specialties under Ph.D. at KIDS

• Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics.
• Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics.
• Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge.
• Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry.
• Oral Pathology & Microbiology.
• Public Health Dentistry.
• Periodontology.
• Oral Medicine & Radiology.

Faculty Members at KIDS

The college has a pool of esteemed faculty members ranging from readers to lecturers to professors. The faculty members are highly knowledgeable and have rich industry experience. The faculty at KIDS is quite aligned to nurture its students with modern pedagogical approaches and an engaging curriculum. A few of the faculty members at KIDS:

• Abikshyeet Panda – Professor.
• Alok Kumar Sethi – Lecturer.
• Anupa Samanta – Tutor.
• Aswini Kumar Kar – Professor.
• Abinash Mohapatra – Professor.
• Atul Anand Bajoria – Lecturer.
• Bhuvaneshwari S – Professor.
• Kanika Singh Dhull – Reader.
• Md Jalaluddin – Professor.
• Sangamesh NC – Professor.
• Sanjay Kumar Sahoo – Lecturer.
• Shyam Sundar Behura – Professor.
• Silpiranjan Mishra – Reader.
• Prasanti Kumari Pradhan – Reader.
• Lipsa Bhuyan – Lecturer.
• Kailash Chandra Dash – Lecturer.

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Fee Structure 

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences has designed and developed the fee structure keeping the convenience of students in mind. The program fee is quite nominal as compared to other colleges. The fees for BDS and MDS are as per the contemporary industry standards.

The fee has to be paid annually and if someone finds it difficult, then they may also pay in instalments which is subjected to the admissions department of the college.

BDS Fee Structure at KIDS

Course	Fees/ Year	NRI Fees in USD
BDS	INR 5,50,000	10,000

Hostel Fees:

• Accommodation Charge (2 Bedded Non-AC with attached toilet): 90,000 Per Year.
• Accommodation Charge (3 Bedded Non-AC with attached toilet): 1,10,000 Per Year.
• Accommodation Charge (2 Bedded AC with attached toilet): INR 1,40,000 per year.
• Mess Charge: INR 35,000 Per Year.
• Hostel Admission Charge: INR 15,000 one time.

Undergraduate (BDS) – UG Scholarship

Academic Year	Scholarship Amount
1st Rank Holder	INR 1,00,000
2nd Rank Holder	INR 75,000
3rd Rank Holder	INR 50,000

• Stipend: BDS Students will get a stipend of 17,000rs Per Month during their Internship (5th Year)

NOTE: An additional amount of INR 75,000 (one time) is to be paid for Academic Kit, Registration, Blazer, and Laptop.

MDS Fee Structure at KIDS

Specialization (s)	Fees/ year	NRI Fees in USD
Oral Medicine & Radiology	INR 10,00,000	–
Periodontology	INR 10,00,000	–
Prosthodontics & Crown Bridge	INR 10,00,000	–
Oral & maxillofacial Surgery	INR 12,50,000	23000
Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry	INR 10,00,000	–
Conservative & Endodontics	INR 12,50,000	23000
Public Health Dentistry	INR 10,00,000	–
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics	INR 12,50,000	23000
Oral Pathology & Microbiology	INR 10,00,000	–

Hostel Fees

• Accommodation Charge (Single bedded AC): INR 2,20,000 per year.
• Hostel Admission charge: INR 15,000 one time.

NOTE: An additional amount of INR 75,000 (one time) is to be paid for the Academic Kit, Registration, Blazer and Laptop.

Postgraduate (MDS) – PG Stipend

Academic Year	Stipend Amount
1st Year	INR 49,000
2nd Year	INR 51,000
3rd Year	INR 53,000

 Ph.D Fee Structure at KIDS

• Tuition fees – INR 1,50,000/- (One-time admission fee).

Given below is our video on the facilities and fees for the Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences–

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Admissions 

Each year, applicants in hundreds and thousands of numbers apply for dental programs at this college. The admission process is quite transparent and is carried out under the norms of affiliating universities. The admission process comprises eligibility, an entrance test, and the selection process. Students are given admission on the basis of merit in the NEET UG exam.

Eligibility for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

• Candidates must have qualified NEET-UG.
• Candidates must have scored at least 45% marks in the 12^th standard from a recognized board.
• Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English should be subjects of study in 12^th/ PUC.

Eligibility for MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)

• Candidates must have qualified NEET-PG.
• Candidates must have qualified BDS with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized university.
• Candidates must have completed their internship period.

Eligibility for PhD in Dentistry

• Candidates must be qualified with a degree in MDS.
• Candidates must have pursued an MDS degree from a DCI-recognized college/ university.

Selection Process:

The selection process is completely based on merit in NEET. For this, students should register themselves for the counseling session conducted by the state examination authority. Their students can fill in and lock their choices. Depending on the seat matrix, the students will be allotted colleges. After document submission and verification, the student can report to the college.

Documents Required 

Documents Required for BDS Admission

• NEET Hall Ticket/ Admit Card (Original).
• NEET Score Card.
• 10^th Standard Certificated (For birth proof).
• 12^th Scorecard (Original).
• 12^th Pass Certificate (Original).
• 4 recent passport-size photographs.
• One set of photocopies of all the above documents.
• Reservation Category Certificate (if applicable) (Original).
• Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Driving License, etc.).

 Documents Required for MDS Admission 

• Hall Ticket/ Admit card of NEET (Original).
• Online Generated Provisional Allotment Letter (DGHS).
• Passing Certificate of 10^th/ SSLC.
• Marksheet of 12^th Standard (Original).
• Pass Certificate of 12^th (Original).
• Score Card of NEET.
• Marksheet of BDS First, second, Third & Fourth year (Original).
• BDS Degree/ Provisional Certificate (Original).
• Certificate of Internship.
• ID proofs like PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, or Aadhar card (Original).
• Certificate of Reservation (if applicable) (Original).
• Original TC or CLC from last attended College.
• Medical Certificate of Registration Certificate (Original).
• Original Character Certificate from last attended College.
• 4 recent passport-sized photographs.
• Photocopy set of all the above documents.

Career & Future Scope

Dentistry is one of the most sought-after degrees that parallels medical programs. The graduates in dentistry are entitled to use the Dr domain in their name. After getting a degree, students can be dead sure to get a good job with a handsome salary package.

Today, there is a huge demand for dental professionals across the country, especially in rural areas. The career prospects are across both the government and private organizations.

Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Bhubaneshwar also provides internships to its students. The duration of the internship program is of one year. Students can also choose to take internships from their choice of organizations.

This program provides students with an insight into real-time dentistry practices. The college also organizes workshops and industrial visits, so that students can get used to and be confident in their professional life.

Salary Scope After BDS

 The freshers can easily expect to earn somewhere around 20k to 35k per month depending upon their job and organization. The salary package increases with more experience in the field.

However, the BDS graduates have a better chance of earning a higher salary once they pursue a PG degree in MDS. The postgraduates are easily making around 7-8 LPA which can increase up to 20-25 LPA depending on expertise in the field.

Job Profiles as a Dentist

• Dental Surgeon.
• Dental Scientist.
• Hospital Administrator.
• Dental Health Consultant.
• Medical Writer
• Dental Research.
• Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologist.

The dentistry field has immense potential as it not only allows you to get a good job. But besides it also offers you the scope of doing research work. Today multi-specialty hospitals are conducting various research programs of which you can be a part.

You can pursue such projects during your doctoral program duration after that as well. One can also join overseas companies where the future prospects are quite satisfying in terms of package and profile.

Top Recruiters

Abbott India	MedTrix Healthcare	Glenmark Pharma
iCliniq	Lupin	Zyduscadila
Apollo Hospitals	Dr Reddy Labs	Clove Dental
Aurobindo	Indigene	Reckon Solutions
Aspen Dental	Innodata Isogen	Cipla

Conclusion

We have tried our best to provide all the relevant and key information about the Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Bhubaneshwar. This information is perfectly true and based on my extensive research through online and offline mediums.

We have posted the college’s information after understanding the college and its career prospects through my friends, staff, and college students. Such opportunities to join a college like KIDS come once in a lifetime.

We can bet that this college can be the best choice for you to enroll in BPT or MPT programs. So, If you liked this post, I would urge you to share it with your friends and families which in turn will give me the motivation to bring such good content to lovely audiences like you.

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