Vananchal Dental College Garhwa BDS : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total BDS fees at Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa, are INR 11,52,000 for the 4-year academic programme, with an annual tuition of INR 2,88,000. These fees do not include the one-year compulsory internship period or hostel charges. Hostel accommodation is available separately and charges must be confirmed directly with the college before admission.

Ans. All 100 BDS seats at Vananchal Dental College are filled through JCECEB (Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board) state counselling based on NEET-UG scores. Candidates must register on the JCECEB portal and participate in the online choice filling and allotment process. Jharkhand domicile candidates and those eligible under Jharkhand reservation norms are given preference during seat allotment.

Ans. The BDS programme at Vananchal Dental College is 5 years in total, comprising 4 years of academic training followed by 1 year of compulsory rotating internship at the attached hospital. Clinical exposure at the dental hospital begins from the first year itself. The degree is awarded by Nilamber Pitamber University upon successful completion of all academic requirements and the DCI-mandated internship.

Ans. Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa, is affiliated to Nilamber Pitamber University, Medininagar, Jharkhand. The college is approved by the Dental Council of India, making its BDS degree valid for Dental Council registration and clinical practice in India. Graduates are also eligible to appear for NEET-MDS after completing the required internship for postgraduate dental admissions.

Ans. Yes. Vananchal Dental College and Hospital offers a 3-year MDS programme across seven specialisations, including Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Oral Pathology, Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Periodontology, and Prosthodontics. The MDS has a total intake of 16 seats and admission is through NEET-MDS scores and Jharkhand state dental counselling. BDS graduates can apply after completing their internship.

Ans. Hostel accommodation is available at Vananchal Dental College and Hospital for BDS students. Hostel charges are separate from the annual tuition fee and are payable directly to the college. Students are advised to confirm hostel availability, fees, and facilities with the college admission office before reporting, as charges and availability may vary from session to session.