Annamalai University Chidambaram BDS : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The college provides a supportive learning environment with a faculty-to-student ratio exceeding 0.55, fostering good interaction. Notable faculty include Dr. Murali Naidu, BDS, and Dr. Mahendira Kumar, BDS, known for their engaging teaching styles and dedication. Students benefit from a required internship with a strong patient flow, providing superior practical experience compared to other private colleges. In 2029, interns received a monthly stipend of Rs. 32,000, which increases annually by Rs.

1,000. The college has a government status, attracting many patients, enhancing training opportunities. Postgraduate programs are also available. Annual tuition is Rs. 250,000 for four years, plus a hostel fee of Rs. 75,000 per year. First-year students pay a tuition fee of Rs. 16,073, a one-time college fund fee of Rs. 1,700, and an Rs. 83,000 hostel deposit, with Rs. 8,000 refundable after five years. Admission is through counseling, with an 85% state quota and 15% all-India quota, requiring fees of Rs.

500 and Rs. 5,500 respectively. Fifth-year students, as house surgeons, earn a Rs. 32,000 monthly stipend. Scholarships are available; the Tamil Nadu government offers a first graduate scholarship exempting tuition fees, and the central government provides Rs. 1,000 monthly for students from families earning below Rs. 3 lakhs annually. A maintenance fee of Rs. 1,700 is also required.