Bapuji Dental College and Hospital Davangere Answered Questions

Bapuji Dental College does not offer direct admission. Aspirants who wish to get admission in BDS need to qualify NEET. The selection for MDS programme is based on NEET MDS score. Candidates after appearing for the respective exams are considered for admission. The counselling and seat allotment for BDS and MDS courses is done by Karnataka Examination Authority. Besides, the selection for PhD is based on UGC NET, CSIR NET or RGUHS Entrance Test score.

Aspirants need to pass BDS from a recognised Indian university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Dental Council of India to apply for Bapuji Dental College MDS programme. Students studied other than Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Karnataka need to produce eligibility certificate issued by RGUHS Karnataka at the time of MDS admission

MDS is one of the popular programmes of Bapuji Dental College. Talking about placements, the median package offered to MDS students was INR 6.20 LPA in 2022.  The college recorded nearly 86% placement rate for MDS students during placements 2022. 

The total tuition fee for Bapuji Dental College BDS is INR 3.8 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Aspirants have to pay the course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the college. Besides, aspirants also have to pay a registration fee to apply for NEET. Candidates who qualify NEET are only considered for BDS admission.

Bapuji Dental College admissions are entrance-based. Candidates are selected for BDS based on their NEET score. National Eligibility cum Entrance Test or NEET  is conducted once a year in offline or paper-pencil-based test (PBT) mode for three hours and 20 minutes or 200 minutes. For MDS, the selection is based on NEET-MDS score. National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Masters of Dental Surgery is an entrance exam conducted by NBE in online mode. Besides, admission to PhD course is based on UGC-NET, CSIR-NET or RGUHS Entrance Test score.

Candidates have to apply through NEET UG and NEET MDS for BDS and MDS programmes, respectively. Aspirants also have to apply on the college website for MDS programme. Below are the steps to apply for Bapuji Dental College admissions:Step 1: Visit the official website of Bapuji Dental College.Step 2: Under 'Application Form' select 'Download Application Form'.Step 3: Fill out the details in the form.Step 4: Submit or send the application form along with documents and fee to the campus.

Yes, Bapuji Dental College and Hospital offers five-year PhD course in full-time mode. Candidates with MDS degree awarded by RGUHS University or by a recognised College/University recognised by DCI or a PG Dental degree considered as equivalent by RGUHS  to apply for PhD programme. 

Bapuji Dental College has limited seats for BDS and MDS programmes. Aspirants who qualify NEET are offered seat in BDS course. Below is course-wise intake for Bapuji Dental College:CourseSeat IntakeBDS100MDS45Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

 Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere offers three-year MDS course at the PG level. Candidates need to hold a BDS degree to apply for MDS programme. Below are MDS specialisations offered at Bapuji Dental College:Oral Pathology and MicrobiologyOrthodontics and Dentofacial OrthopaedicsOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryConservative Dentistry & EndodonticsPublic Health DentistryOral Medicine and RadiologyProsthodontics and Crown &  BridgePeriodontology Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry

Bapuji Dental College and Hospital is considered a reputable choice for dental education in India. It is known for its strong academic foundation, experienced faculty members, and modern infrastructure equipped with state-of-the-art dental facilities and laboratories. The college offers comprehensive training programs that blend theoretical knowledge with practical clinical exposure, preparing students well for professional practice. Bapuji Dental College and Hospital also emphasizes research initiatives and community outreach programs, enhancing the overall learning experience. With its commitment to quality education and healthcare, it continues to attract aspiring dental professionals seeking a robust academic environment and career opportunities in dentistry.