About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences, Belagavi, offers a 5-year BDS programme (4 years academic + 1 year compulsory internship) with an intake of 100 seats. Admission is through NEET UG and MCC Deemed University centralised counselling. The total tuition fee is INR 14,77,000. KLE University is ranked #125 in Dental by an external review site 2026, and the dental institute is DCI-approved with a dedicated dental hospital at KAHER Belagavi campus.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins 21 July 2026.
KLE BDS Fees 2026
| Year | Annual Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | INR 3,73,000 |
| Year 2 | INR 3,68,000 |
| Year 3 | INR 3,68,000 |
| Year 4 | INR 3,68,000 |
| Total Fees (4 academic years) | INR 14,77,000 |
- Fee structure is from the KAHER official fee notification for 2025-26 and subject to revision.
- Internship year fee is notified separately by the college at the time of internship commencement.
- Fee payment at KAHER is accepted by RTGS or NEFT only and not by cash or cheque.
KLE BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Opens | February 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Registration Closes | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Admit Card | June 14, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Answer Key | July 6, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result | July 20, 2026 |
| MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 1 | July 21, 2026 |
| MCC BDS Application Window | August 12, 2026 to August 20, 2026 |
- All 100 KLE BDS seats are filled through MCC Deemed University counselling at mcc.nic.in.
- Candidates must register on the MCC portal after NEET UG results are declared.
- NEET UG 2025 closing rank for KLE BDS was 2,08,394 in Round 2 and 6,50,632 in the final round.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC) with a valid NEET UG scorecard
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET UG 2026 and obtain the official scorecard from NTA
- Register for MCC Deemed University counselling at mcc.nic.in after NEET results
- Fill college preferences including KLE BDS during the MCC choice filling window
- Accept the allotted seat within the MCC confirmation window and pay the seat acceptance fee
- Report to KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences with original NEET scorecard and all academic documents
- Pay the full first-year tuition by RTGS/NEFT and complete the admission process
✓ Opt for this if
- Your NEET rank is between 2,00,000 and 6,50,000 and you want a DCI-approved BDS
- You plan to practise dentistry or pursue MDS in Karnataka after internship
- KAHER’s multi-speciality dental hospital provides diverse clinical case exposure
- Total fee of INR 14.77 Lakhs is manageable with an education loan
✗ Skip if
- Your NEET rank is strong enough for a government dental college at lower fees
- You prefer a dental college in a metro city for better post-graduation job access
- Total programme cost including hostel and other charges is not within your budget
KLE BDS Placement 2025
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Students Placed (2023 to 2024) | 50 UG students |
| Median Package (BDS, 2024) | INR 3,00,000 per annum |
| Students Placed (2022 to 2023) | 40 out of 87 UG students |
| Median Package (BDS, 2023) | INR 2,50,000 per annum |
KLE BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SSP Scholarship (Karnataka) | Varies by category | Karnataka domicile SC/ST/OBC/Minority students |
| Vidyasiri (Karnataka) | INR 60,000 per year | SC/ST students from Karnataka |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies | EWS and Minority students via scholarships.gov.in |
| KAHER Need-cum-Merit Scholarship | Partial tuition waiver | Students with financial need and academic merit at KAHER institutions |
- Education loans from nationalised banks are available for BDS at private deemed universities.
- SSP and government scholarships for Karnataka students are applied through the state welfare portal.
KLE BDS FAQs
Ques. What NEET UG rank is required for BDS admission at KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences?
Ans. Based on 2025 MCC Deemed University counselling data, the closing rank for KLE BDS in Round 2 was 2,08,394 and in the final round was 6,50,632 for the General category. Higher rounds and mop-up rounds generally accommodate candidates with lower NEET ranks. Actual cutoffs for 2026 will depend on total NEET applicants and seat availability. Candidates should check the official MCC seat matrix after NEET results at mcc.nic.in.
Ques. What clinical facilities are available for BDS students at KLE Belagavi?
Ans. BDS students at KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences receive clinical training at the dedicated KLE dental hospital on the KAHER Belagavi campus. The dental hospital has outpatient departments covering Conservative Dentistry, Periodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Oral Pathology. Students begin clinical postings from the second year onward and are required to complete a prescribed number of clinical procedures in each department before the final year examination.
Ques. Is MDS available at KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences after BDS?
Ans. Yes, KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences at KAHER offers MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) in multiple specialisations including Conservative Dentistry, Periodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine. Admission to MDS is through NEET MDS conducted by NTA. The 2026 NEET MDS exam was held on May 2, 2026. Seats are limited and the process is centralised through MCC PG counselling.
Ques. What is the BDS internship structure at KLE University?
Ans. The compulsory 1-year BDS internship at KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences involves rotational postings through all major clinical departments of the dental hospital. Interns manage outpatient cases under supervision, perform defined clinical procedures, and complete community dental health camp duties. The internship is mandatory for DCI registration and eligibility to appear in MDS entrance tests. The internship completion certificate is issued by the Registrar of KAHER.
Ques. Can KLE BDS graduates practice dentistry outside Karnataka?
Ans. Yes, BDS graduates from KLE University are eligible to register with any State Dental Council in India after completing internship, as the degree is granted by KAHER, a UGC-recognised deemed university approved by DCI. Registration with the Dental Council of India (DCI) enables practice anywhere in the country. For international practice, graduates must pass the licensing exam of the respective country such as NBDE (USA), NDEB (Canada), or ORE (UK) along with credential verification.