Sri Ramachandra Dental BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the total BDS fee at Sri Ramachandra Dental College Chennai?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for BDS at Sri Ramachandra Dental College is INR 6,63,000. Over the 4 academic years, total tuition amounts to INR 26,52,000. The 5th year is a compulsory dental internship with a different fee structure as per DCI norms. Hostel charges are billed separately and vary based on the type of accommodation chosen by the student.
Ques. How many BDS seats are available at Sri Ramachandra Dental College Chennai?
Ans. Sri Ramachandra Dental College and Hospital, Porur, Chennai, has an approved annual intake of 100 BDS seats. These seats are filled through MCC Deemed University counselling based on NEET-UG 2026 scores. Management quota and NRI quota seats are filled separately by SRIHER. Candidates should register at mcc.nic.in when the 2026 counselling rounds open.
Ques. When will the BDS 2026 counselling begin for Sri Ramachandra Dental College?
Ans. BDS 2026 counselling at SRIHER is conducted through the MCC Deemed University counselling process at mcc.nic.in. Following the NEET-UG 2026 result declared on July 16, 2026, the MCC is expected to open registration in August 2026. Candidates should monitor mcc.nic.in regularly for the official schedule, as the timeline depends on the post-NEET administrative process.
Ques. What is the affiliation and recognition of Sri Ramachandra Dental College Chennai?
Ans. Sri Ramachandra Dental College and Hospital is a constituent college of Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), a deemed-to-be university under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The BDS programme is recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and the degree is valid for dental registration and practice across India.
Ques. Can BDS graduates from SRIHER pursue MDS at the same institution?
Ans. Yes, Sri Ramachandra Dental College and Hospital offers MDS (Master of Dental Sciences) programmes in multiple specializations. BDS graduates can appear for NEET-MDS and apply for MDS seats at SRIHER. The MDS programme is conducted within the same Porur campus, allowing graduates to continue their dental education without relocating. SRIHER’s deemed university status also supports research-based MDS tracks.
Ques. What are the career options after BDS from Sri Ramachandra Dental College Chennai?
Ans. BDS graduates can register with the Tamil Nadu Dental Council to practice as licensed dentists. Career options include private dental practice, working in corporate dental chains across Chennai and other cities, dental officer roles in government health services, and academic careers in dental colleges. Many SRIHER BDS graduates also pursue MDS to specialize in areas such as orthodontics, oral surgery, or prosthodontics.
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