DCA BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BDS at Dental College Azamgarh?
Ans. The total programme fee for BDS at Dental College Azamgarh is INR 16.48 Lakhs covering the full 5-year programme, which includes 4 years of coursework and 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship. Hostel facilities are available on campus and charged separately. Students may apply for state government post-matric scholarships or central government schemes through scholarships.gov.in to reduce the financial burden. Fee payment is typically made on an annual basis at the college.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for BDS admission at DCA?
Ans. NEET UG is the sole entrance exam accepted for BDS admission at Dental College Azamgarh. After the NEET UG result is declared, candidates must register for UP NEET UG Counselling at upneet.gov.in conducted by DGME, Uttar Pradesh. Seat allotment is based on NEET merit rank and stated preferences. Candidates should keep NEET scorecard, class 10 and 12 mark sheets, identity proof, and category certificate ready for the document verification round after allotment.
Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for BDS at Dental College Azamgarh?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects from any recognised board, securing a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB. The minimum age limit is 17 years completed by December 31 of the admission year. There is no upper age limit as per current DCI guidelines. A valid NEET UG score is compulsory for all applicants seeking admission under the UP state quota.
Ques. Is Dental College Azamgarh recognised by the Dental Council of India?
Ans. Yes, Dental College Azamgarh is approved by the Dental Council of India and affiliated to VBS Purvanchal University, Jaunpur. The college holds DCI recognition for its BDS programme with an annual intake of 100 seats. Admission falls under the UP state quota managed by DGME. DCI recognition ensures that graduates can register with state dental councils and practice dentistry across India after completing the mandatory 1-year internship.
Ques. What career options are available after BDS from DCA?
Ans. BDS graduates from Dental College Azamgarh can set up private dental clinics or join established dental hospitals across the region. Government sector opportunities include positions in UP health departments and recruitment through state PSC or UPSC examinations. Graduates may also pursue NEET MDS for postgraduate specialisation in orthodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and other branches. The mandatory 1-year rotatory internship builds practical skills in extraction, restoration, prosthetics, and preventive dentistry.
Ques. How does UP NEET counselling work for BDS seats at DCA?
Ans. UP NEET counselling for BDS is a centralised online process managed by DGME at upneet.gov.in. After NEET UG results are published, eligible candidates register, pay the security fee, and fill college preferences in priority order. Seat allotment occurs in multiple rounds including Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-Up round. Candidates who receive a seat must report to the allotted college within the stipulated date with original documents for final admission confirmation.


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