Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Government Dental College (GDC), Thrissur is a 4.5-year full-time undergraduate dental degree (4 years of study + 1 year compulsory rotatory internship) affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS). The programme provides comprehensive training in all aspects of dentistry including conservative dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, paediatric dentistry, oral medicine, and public health dentistry. The annual seat intake is 50 students, and the total programme fee is Rs. 83,360, making it one of the most affordable BDS programmes in India. Admission is based on NEET UG scores, and the course is conducted in full-time on-campus mode at the Government Dental College, Thrissur campus. The college is ranked among the top dental colleges in Kerala and India.

Admissions for the 2026 batch have been completed through the Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2026 (CEE Kerala) and MCC All India Quota Counselling. For the 2027 batch, admissions will be based on NEET UG 2027 scores. NEET UG 2027 is scheduled for May 3, 2027. Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2027 is expected to commence from July/August 2027 onwards through the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala (cee.kerala.gov.in).

Key Points

Government Dental College Thrissur is ranked #4 in India and #2 in Kerala among dental colleges, making it one of the most prestigious dental institutions in the country.
The college has an annual intake of 50 BDS seats, with seats distributed across All India Quota (15%), Kerala State Quota (85%), and NRI/Management quota as applicable.
The programme covers all major dental specialties: Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Oral Pathology and Microbiology, and Public Health Dentistry.
The college has a well-equipped dental hospital with modern dental chairs, digital X-ray facilities, and speciality clinics.
Graduates are eligible to pursue MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) through NEET MDS, or work as dental surgeons in government and private hospitals.
A mandatory 1-year compulsory rotatory internship is required after completing the 4-year BDS programme.

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GDC Thrissur BDS Fees

The BDS programme at Government Dental College Thrissur is a government-funded course with highly subsidised fees. The total programme fee is Rs. 83,360 for the entire 4.5-year course, which is significantly lower than private dental colleges. The annual fee is approximately Rs. 20,840 per year.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (Per Year)	Rs. 16,720
Caution Deposit (One-time)	Rs. 870
Miscellaneous Fee (Per Year)	Rs. 4,120
Total Fees (Per Year)	Rs. 20,840
Total Fees (4 Years)	Rs. 83,360

Fee structure is as per G.O.(Ms)No.92/2023/H&FWD dated 19-04-2023, last updated May 2024.
Caution deposit is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
No EMI options are available for government college fees; fees are paid annually.
Hostel fees are separate and optional; hostel accommodation is available on campus.
NRI/Management quota seats (if any) may have different fee structures; candidates should verify from the official prospectus.

GDC Thrissur BDS Admission 2026

Admission to the BDS programme at Government Dental College Thrissur is conducted through the Kerala NEET UG Counselling process managed by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, and the MCC All India Quota Counselling. The 2026 batch admissions have been completed. For the 2027 batch, candidates must qualify NEET UG 2027 and register for Kerala state counselling. The process is merit-based and transparent.

College Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
NEET UG 2027 Exam	May 3, 2027
NEET UG 2027 Result	June 14, 2027 (Tentative)
MCC AIQ Counselling Registration	June/July 2027 (Tentative)
CEE Kerala BDS Counselling Registration	July/August 2027 (Tentative)
Last Date for Option Registration	August 2027 (Tentative)
Provisional Allotment	August/September 2027 (Tentative)
Joining / Batch Commencement	September/October 2027 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
NEET UG 2027 Application Start	February 8, 2027
NEET UG 2027 Application End	March 11, 2027 (Extended)
NEET UG 2027 Admit Card	April 30, 2027 (Tentative)
NEET UG 2027 Exam Date	May 3, 2027
NEET UG 2027 Result	June 14, 2027 (Tentative)

Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2027 dates are tentative; refer to cee.kerala.gov.in for official schedule.

MCC AIQ Counselling dates are tentative; refer to mcc.nic.in for official schedule.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as main subjects.
Minimum aggregate marks of 50% in PCB for general category (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per norms).
Candidates must have qualified NEET UG with the minimum required percentile.
Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.

Admission Process:

Qualify NEET UG conducted by NTA (neet.nta.nic.in).
Register for MCC All India Quota Counselling (mcc.nic.in) for 15% AIQ seats.
Register for CEE Kerala NEET UG Counselling (cee.kerala.gov.in) for 85% state quota seats.
Submit required documents including NEET UG scorecard, Class 10 and 12 marksheets, and category certificates.
Fill and lock choices (colleges and courses) during the option registration window.
Attend allotment rounds and report to the allotted college within the joining deadline.
Complete fee payment and document verification at the college.

GDC Thrissur BDS Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to government dental colleges in Kerala benefit from highly subsidised fees. Additionally, merit-based and category-based scholarships are available for eligible candidates.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST candidates	As per Government of India norms
OBC Scholarship	OBC candidates	As per Government of India norms
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Economically weaker students with merit	As per UGC/state government norms
Kerala State Scholarship	Kerala domicile students with merit	As per Kerala government norms
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	Various categories	As per respective scheme norms

The highly subsidised total fee of Rs. 83,360 for the entire 4.5-year programme is itself a major financial benefit.
Scholarship applications for central government schemes can be made through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Students are advised to apply for scholarships early as deadlines may vary.

GDC Thrissur BDS FAQs

Ques. Is the BDS at Government Dental College Thrissur the same as GMC Thrissur?

Ans. Government Dental College (GDC) Thrissur is a separate institution from Government Medical College (GMC) Thrissur, though both are government institutions under the Kerala government. GDC Thrissur is located at Peringandoor, Thrissur, and is affiliated to KUHS. It is ranked #4 in India and #2 in Kerala among dental colleges.

Ques. What is the total fee for BDS at Government Dental College Thrissur?

Ans. The total fee for the 4-year BDS programme (excluding internship year) is Rs. 83,360, which works out to approximately Rs. 20,840 per year. This is one of the most affordable BDS programmes in India.

Ques. What is the NEET UG cutoff for BDS at Government Dental College Thrissur?

Ans. Based on 2026 Kerala NEET UG Counselling data, the closing rank for BDS at GDC Thrissur was approximately 17,209 (SC category, Round 1). General category cutoffs are typically much lower in rank number (higher score). Candidates are advised to check the official CEE Kerala website for the latest cutoff data.

Ques. What career options are available after BDS from Government Dental College Thrissur?

Ans. After completing BDS, graduates can work as dental surgeons in government hospitals, private dental clinics, and hospitals. They can also pursue MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) through NEET MDS, or pursue higher studies abroad. Government dental surgeons are in high demand in Kerala and across India.

Ques. Is there a hostel facility for BDS students at Government Dental College Thrissur?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available for BDS students. Students are advised to confirm availability and hostel fees at the time of admission, as hostel allocation is subject to availability.

Ques. How many seats are available under All India Quota for BDS at Government Dental College Thrissur?

Ans. Out of the 50 BDS seats, 15% (approximately 7-8 seats) are reserved for All India Quota (AIQ) through MCC counselling, and the remaining 85% (approximately 42-43 seats) are filled through Kerala state quota counselling by CEE Kerala. The exact seat distribution may vary; candidates should verify from the official prospectus.