Accepted entrance exams
About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
Punjab Government Dental College and Hospital, Amritsar is a government BDS college affiliated to Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot and approved by the Dental Council of India. Admission is through NEET-UG via BFUHS state counselling for 85% state quota and MCC for 15% AIQ. Total BDS course fee for government seats is INR 3,20,000 for five years. The college offers 50 BDS seats per academic year.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. BFUHS BDS Counselling begins August 2026.
GDC Amritsar BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (Government Seat) | INR 64,000 |
| Hostel Fee (Annual, Optional) | As applicable |
| Total Course Fee (5 Years, Government Seat) | INR 3,20,000 |
- Hostel charges are separate and payable at actuals as per BFUHS norms.
- Management quota and NRI quota fees differ and should be confirmed separately.
GDC Amritsar BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opens | 8 February 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closes | 8 March 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card Release | 14 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Examination | 21 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Answer Key Release | 6 July 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declaration | 16 July 2026 |
- BFUHS BDS counselling for state quota seats is expected to begin in August 2026.
- MCC counselling for 15% All India Quota seats is conducted on mcc.nic.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31 December 2026
- Must have a valid NEET-UG 2026 score for BDS state quota and AIQ counselling
Admission Process
- Register and appear in NEET-UG conducted by NTA on 21 June 2026
- Check NEET-UG result declared on 16 July 2026 and note the merit rank
- Register for BFUHS Punjab BDS counselling on bfuhs.smartpad.in when notified
- Exercise college preference for Punjab Government Dental College Amritsar during choice filling
- Register for MCC counselling on mcc.nic.in for All India Quota seat allotment
- Report to the college with original documents after receiving seat allotment letter
✓ Opt for this if
- Punjab domicile seeking a government BDS seat at significantly lower fee
- Preferring an attached dental hospital for high-volume clinical practice exposure
- Planning to serve in Punjab government health services after BDS
- Looking for a DCI-approved BDS degree from a BFUHS-affiliated government institution
✗ Skip if
- Targeting a ranked private dental college with corporate hospital tie-ups
- Not a Punjab domicile and unable to access state quota BDS seats here
- Seeking a dental college with dedicated specialisation labs and research output
- Expecting a well-documented campus placement or MDS guidance track record
GDC Amritsar BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/BC) | As per government norms | SC/BC students with Punjab domicile |
| Central Sector Scholarship Scheme | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 board exam |
| NSP Minority Scholarship | Varies by category | Minority students from economically weaker sections |
| Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship OBC | As per central norms | OBC students with parental income below INR 1 Lakh annually |
- Punjab state scholarships are applied for on the Punjab Scholarship Portal.
- Central scholarships are applied for on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
GDC Amritsar BDS FAQs
Ques. How many BDS seats does Punjab Government Dental College, Amritsar offer?
Ans. Punjab Government Dental College and Hospital, Amritsar offers 50 BDS seats per academic year. Of these, 85% (42 to 43 seats) are state quota seats filled through BFUHS Punjab counselling, and the remaining 15% (7 to 8 seats) are All India Quota seats filled through MCC counselling on mcc.nic.in.
Ques. What is the total BDS fee at Punjab Government Dental College, Amritsar?
Ans. The total BDS course fee for government seats at Punjab Government Dental College and Hospital, Amritsar is INR 3,20,000 for the five-year programme. The annual fee for government seats is INR 64,000. Hostel charges and other institutional fees are payable separately as per BFUHS norms. Management quota and NRI quota fees are significantly higher.
Ques. Which university is Punjab Government Dental College, Amritsar affiliated to?
Ans. Punjab Government Dental College and Hospital, Amritsar is affiliated to Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, which is the nodal university for medical and dental education in Punjab. The college is also approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI). The BDS degree is awarded by BFUHS upon successful completion of the five-year programme.
Ques. Which counselling authority handles BDS admission at Punjab Government Dental College?
Ans. BDS admissions at Punjab Government Dental College, Amritsar are managed through two channels. The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot conducts online counselling for the 85% state quota seats on bfuhs.smartpad.in. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) fills the 15% All India Quota seats through mcc.nic.in. Both processes require a valid NEET-UG 2026 score.
Ques. What are the career options after BDS from Punjab Government Dental College, Amritsar?
Ans. BDS graduates can work as dental surgeons in government and private hospitals, open their own dental clinic, or join defence dental services. Higher education options include MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) specialisations in Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Oral Surgery through NEET-MDS. Government dental officer posts through Punjab PSC are also pursued by graduates from this college.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BDS admission through NEET-UG 2026 in Punjab?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board. General category students need a minimum aggregate of 50% in PCB, while SC/ST/OBC candidates need 40%. A valid NEET-UG 2026 score is mandatory. The minimum age is 17 years as on 31 December 2026. Punjab domicile is required for state quota seats.