GDC Srinagar BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the annual fee for BDS at Government Dental College Srinagar?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for BDS at GDC Srinagar is INR 34,720, making it one of the most affordable government dental colleges in India. The total tuition for the 5-year BDS programme comes to INR 1,73,600. An optional hostel facility is available at INR 26,000 per year. Candidates should confirm the current year fee structure with the college admissions office before reporting.
Ques. How many BDS seats are there at GDC Srinagar and how are they split?
Ans. GDC Srinagar offers 63 BDS seats per academic year. Of these, 15 percent are allocated under the All India Quota and filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in. The remaining 85 percent are allocated to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh domicile candidates through JKBOPEE state quota counselling. Seat allotment is based on NEET rank, category, and choice filling preferences.
Ques. Which exam is required for BDS admission at GDC Srinagar?
Ans. Admission to BDS at GDC Srinagar is based on NEET-UG 2026 scores, conducted by NTA. The exam was held in June 2026 and the result was declared in July 2026. NTA conducts NEET-UG annually for admission to all government and private dental colleges across India. Candidates must participate in either MCC AIQ or JKBOPEE state quota counselling based on their domicile.
Ques. What are the career options after BDS from GDC Srinagar?
Ans. BDS graduates from GDC Srinagar can work as dentists in government hospitals, private dental clinics, and community health centres. They can pursue MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) for specialisation in orthodontics, oral surgery, or periodontics. Government dental officer posts in Jammu and Kashmir Health Services and central government health scheme empanelled roles are also available to BDS graduates.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at GDC Srinagar?
Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available at Government Dental College and Hospital, Srinagar on an optional basis. The hostel fee is INR 26,000 per year as per 2025-26 data. Candidates should confirm current availability and charges directly with the college admissions office, as residential seats may be limited and are typically allotted based on distance from the college.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for BDS at GDC Srinagar?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board, with a minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (45% for reserved categories). The minimum age is 17 years by 31 December of the admission year. A valid NEET-UG 2026 score in the dental stream is mandatory for participation in MCC or JKBOPEE counselling.
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