BDS-Bachelor of Dental Surgery

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) admission is now open for students aspiring to build a professional career in dentistry. Our BDS program offers in-depth training in oral health, dental anatomy, prosthodontics, and clinical practice. If you’re looking to apply for BDS course, check your BDS course eligibility and submit your BDS application form before the admission deadline. This recognized undergraduate dental course is ideal for students who have completed their 10+2 with science subjects. Learn from experienced faculty in state-of-the-art dental labs and get ready for a rewarding career in oral healthcare. Explore BDS course fees, duration, and how to get admission in BDS on our official website today.

Overview

BDS full form in medical is Bachelor of Dental Surgery. The BDS course is a UG courses in Dental field which teaches candidates the basic and foundation of Dental studies. Candidates who wish to become a dentist or have a career in the Dental sector usually pursue this course.

BDS Course Details

Candidates can refer to the table below to learn more about the BDS course and the essential points listed below.

Particulars	BDS Course Details
BDS Full Form in Medical	Bachelor of Dental Surgery
BDS Course Level	UG
BDS Specialization	Orthodontics Endodontics Periodontics Prosthodontics Oral Surgery
Skills	Precision patient communication diagnostics treatment planning teamwork critical thinking clinical decision-making
BDS Entrance Exams	NEET/KEAM
BDS Top Recruiters	Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Educational Institutes, Dental Product Manufacturers, etc.

BDS Course Highlights

Particulars	Details
Course name	Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Knows as	BDS
Course level	Undergraduate
Course type	Degree programme
Course duration	5-year
Minimum qualification	10+2
Admission process	Entrance Exam (NEET)
Average course fee	INR 1-6 lakh
Average salary	INR 4-6 lakh
Top recruiters	Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Educational Institutes, Dental Product Manufacturers etc.

BDS Course Admission Process

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is the single exam which enables candidates to get admission to BDS courses. Institutes providing courses in BDS only accept NEET scores. Candidates will have to apply online for admission. The whole admission process involves online registration, application form submission, release of the admit card, appearing for offline entrance exam, result declaration and counselling for seat allocation. Candidates have to apply for the entrance test in the given deadline provided by the exam conducting body. Candidates should check their eligibility before applying for admission in the BDS course. After submission of application form, candidates get admit card and appear for the offline test. Those who score the minimum cutoff marks are declared qualified for the exam and they are eligible for counselling process for seat allotment in BDS course.

BDS Course Syllabus

Candidates have to study a number of subjects in 4-year BDS course (excluding internship). The course curriculum has been designed to make candidates learn all aspects of Dentistry. From Human Anatomy, Physiology to Oral surgery and pathology, all important facets are covered in the BDS syllabus. The table given below highlights a year-wise subject list for BDS courses.

First Year
Semester I	Semester II
General Human Anatomy including Embryology and Histology	Dental Materials
General Human Physiology and Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetics	Preclinical Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge
Dental Anatomy, embryology, and Oral Histology
Second Year
Semester III	Semester IV
General Pathology and Microbiology	Preclinical Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics	Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology
Preclinical Conservative Dentistry
Third Year
Semester V	Semester VI
General Medicine	Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery
General Surgery	Oral Medicine And Radiology
Oral Pathology & Microbiology	Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Conservative Dentistry And Endodontics	Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry
Fourth Year
Semester VII	Semester VIII
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics	Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral Medicine and Radiology	Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry	Conservative Dentistry And Endodontics
Periodontology	Conservative Dentistry And Endodontics

Postgraduate Courses After BDS

Candidates have options to do a Master’s course in different specialisations in dentistry after BDS. Some of the Master’s courses after BDS are as follows:

Masters in Dental Surgery
Master of Dental Surgery in Endodontics and Conservative Dentistry
Master of Dental Surgery in Pediatric Dentistry
Master of Dental Surgery in Radiology and Oral Medicine
Master of Dental Surgery in Pedodontia and Preventative Dentistry
Master of Dental Surgery in Preventive Community

BDS Courses: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How many subjects are taught in a BDS course?

A. Students of BDS have to study a range of subjects covering various aspects of Dentistry. They have to study around 15 subjects as part of the BDS course curriculum.

Q How many semesters are there in a 5-year BDS course?

A. The BDS is a 5-year bachelor course. A total of eight semesters are there in the BDS syllabus where different aspects of Dental issues and oral surgery are covered.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to a BDS course?

A. Candidates should have completed class 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Candidates have to appear for the NEET exam conducted by NTA and score the minimum cutoff score.

Q. Is BDS a good career move?

A. Yes, BDS is one of the most sought after courses after MBBS in the medical stream. After completing BDS course, candidates get employed easily at dental clinics, dental departments in the government hospitals. They can also do private practice.