Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program vary based on several criteria, including category and scholarships. The tuition fee ranges from approximately Rs. 77,270 for some categories up to Rs. 1,28,294 annually for general category students. There are provisions for a reduction, where SC/ST and NT students can benefit from near full-subsidy, and OBC students receive a 50% scholarship. The university offers several government-backed scholarships, such as the Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, Punjab Rao Deshmukh, and Savitribai Phule scholarships.
Additional compulsory fees include development, admission, library, laboratory charges, and more, making the total fees for the first year around Rs. 1,57,080, which slightly decreases in subsequent years. Hostel fees range between Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 2 lakhs annually, including mess charges. Admission and other minor fees cover disaster management and student welfare funds. Management quota students face higher fees, with annual tuition around Rs. 5 lakhs.
About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
MUHS’s Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS] is a 5-year full-time program offered through affiliated dental colleges across Maharashtra, with admission based on NEET UG scores. Total fees at affiliated colleges stand at INR 40 Lakhs. An external review site ranks MUHS 373rd in the Medical category for 2025. With over 3,500 BDS seats filled annually across Maharashtra through centralized counselling, MUHS-affiliated dental colleges provide strong academic infrastructure and clinical training.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026.
MUHS BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 8,00,000 |
| Hostel (optional, at affiliated college) | As per college |
| Total Fees (5-year program) | INR 40,00,000 |
- Fees represent typical private affiliated dental college charges and vary by college type.
- SC and ST students at government dental colleges may receive full tuition waivers.
- Installment payment options are available at most affiliated dental colleges.
MUHS BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Registration Closed | March 8, 2026 |
| NEET UG Exam Conducted | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET UG Result | July 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra CAP Round 1 Registration Closing | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Maharashtra CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| CAP Round 2 | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-Up Round | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- State quota seats (85%) are managed by CET Cell Maharashtra at cetcell.mahacet.org.
- AIQ seats (15%) are filled by MCC at mcc.nic.in for both MBBS and BDS.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/NT).
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026.
- Valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard is mandatory for all applicants.
- Maharashtra domicile certificate is required for state quota BDS seats.
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET UG 2026 and download the NTA scorecard from the official results portal.
- Register on cetcell.mahacet.org for Maharashtra CAP state quota BDS seats and pay the registration fee.
- For AIQ seats, register separately on mcc.nic.in under the UG Medical Counselling portal.
- Fill preferred MUHS-affiliated dental colleges in order of choice during the CAP registration window.
- Accept the allotted seat, report to the college with original documents, and pay admission fees to confirm enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Planning an independent dental practice in Maharashtra.
- NEET UG score qualifies for BDS but MBBS cutoff is not reachable.
- Interest in oral surgery, orthodontics, or dental specialisation via MDS.
- Strong inclination toward a self-employed or clinic-based career path.
✗ Skip if
- Budget is tight and fees of INR 40 Lakhs are not manageable.
- Goal is a hospital-based medical career beyond dentistry.
- Interested in disciplines requiring an MBBS degree as foundation.
MUHS BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee | SC and ST students domiciled in Maharashtra |
| OBC/VJNT Post-Matric Scholarship (Maharashtra) | Actual tuition fee and maintenance allowance | OBC and NT students domiciled in Maharashtra |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship | INR 10,000 per year | Merit students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
| Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship | Full tuition fee | SC students pursuing professional courses in Maharashtra |
- Applications for all government scholarships are submitted through scholarships.gov.in.
- Caste validity and non-creamy layer certificates are mandatory for most category-based scholarships.
MUHS BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the duration of BDS at MUHS-affiliated dental colleges?
Ans. BDS at MUHS-affiliated dental colleges is a 5-year program comprising four years of academic and clinical training followed by a mandatory one-year rotatory internship. The internship covers oral medicine, endodontics, prosthodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. Completion of the internship is required before the MUHS degree certificate is issued and before registration with the Dental Council of India and Maharashtra State Dental Council can be obtained.
Ques. Is NEET UG mandatory for BDS admission at MUHS?
Ans. Yes, a valid NEET UG score is mandatory for BDS admission at all MUHS-affiliated dental colleges. Maharashtra’s 85% state quota BDS seats are filled through CET Cell Maharashtra, while the 15% All India Quota seats are managed by MCC at mcc.nic.in. Candidates without Maharashtra domicile can only apply for AIQ seats. The NEET UG scorecard must be ready before CAP registration opens in August 2026.
Ques. What is the NEET UG cutoff for BDS at MUHS-affiliated colleges?
Ans. The NEET UG cutoff for BDS at MUHS-affiliated dental colleges varies by college category and student category. Government dental college BDS cutoffs are significantly higher than private dental colleges due to lower fee and higher demand. Private dental college cutoffs for general category typically range from the 50th to 70th percentile. CET Cell Maharashtra publishes the final BDS cutoffs after each counselling round at cetcell.mahacet.org.
Ques. What are the career options after BDS from a MUHS-affiliated college?
Ans. BDS graduates from MUHS-affiliated colleges can establish independent dental clinics, work as dental officers in government or private hospitals, join the Indian Defence Services as Dental Corps officers, pursue MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) for specialisation, or work in dental product companies in research and development roles. Government dental officer positions are also available through MPSC and Maharashtra government health services.
Ques. Can a non-domicile candidate get a BDS seat at MUHS-affiliated dental colleges?
Ans. Non-domicile candidates can apply only for the 15% All India Quota BDS seats through MCC at mcc.nic.in. The remaining 85% of BDS seats at MUHS-affiliated dental colleges are exclusively for Maharashtra domicile holders. AIQ BDS seats are competitive nationally, so a strong NEET UG score is advisable for non-domicile applicants. Candidates must verify domicile requirements well before the counselling registration deadline.
Ques. Are there fee concessions or scholarships for BDS students at MUHS?
Ans. Yes, SC and ST students at MUHS-affiliated government dental colleges are eligible for Maharashtra’s Post-Matric Scholarship, which covers the full tuition fee. OBC and NT students may apply for the OBC post-matric scholarship for professional courses. The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship provides INR 10,000 per year for merit-based students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs. All applications are processed through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.