Admission to the BDS program at Annasaheb Chudaman Patil Memorial (ACPM) Dental College in Dhule, Maharashtra, requires candidates to take the NEET (UG) exam conducted by the National Testing Agency. Of the total seats, 85% are reserved for the state quota and 15% for the institutional quota for NRIs. Applicants must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and meet the minimum marks requirement. Admission is based on NEET scores, and the process includes submitting an online application with necessary documents.
The college boasts qualified faculty, advanced laboratories, and a supportive learning environment. The curriculum includes five exams per subject, with a total of 100 marks per subject. The total fee for the BDS course is Rs 10,49,000, divided into Rs 2,81,000 for the first year and Rs 2,56,000 for each subsequent year. This fee is competitive compared to other private BDS programs, which can cost up to Rs 25 Lakhs. Although there is no formal placement process, students have numerous growth opportunities as dentists.
The five-year program, including a one-year internship, prepares them for roles in the medical industry or starting their own clinics. The college provides exposure to a high patient influx and offers placement training and skill development programs. Students can intern at the nearby A.C.P.M. Dental Hospital, gaining practical experience, despite no stipend being provided. The basic annual fee is about Rs 241,000, but financial aid is available through government scholarships and education loans, with potential fee variations based on reservation categories.
The college offers hostel accommodations for Rs 75,000 annually and a mess with quality food at Rs 45,000 per year. Recreational facilities include courts for badminton and tennis, a game zone, and a gym, along with a hygienic canteen providing affordable food options.
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