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About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
Rajah Muthiah Dental College and Hospital, a constituent unit of Annamalai University in Tamil Nadu, offers a 5-year BDS programme with DCI and MCI approval. Admission is through NEET-UG scores via Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling at tnmedicalselection.net, with an annual intake of 100 seats. Government quota tuition is INR 64,290 per year. The college is known for its large teaching hospital providing extensive clinical patient exposure to dental students.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat allotment expected August 2026 (Tentative).
Rajah Muthiah Dental BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Government Quota Tuition Fee (Annual) | INR 64,290 |
| Hostel Fee (Annual) | INR 78,000 to INR 85,000 |
| Total Fees (Tuition, 5 Academic Years) | INR 3,21,450 |
- Hostel accommodation is optional and charges vary by room type.
- Fee structure is subject to revision as per Annamalai University norms each academic year.
Rajah Muthiah Dental BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration Opened | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Examination Held | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result Declared | Jul 16, 2026 |
| TN NEET Counselling Registration Opened | Jun 29, 2026 |
| TN NEET Counselling Registration Closed | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Tamil Nadu NEET counselling is conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education at tnmedicalselection.net.
- Candidates must carry original NEET scorecard and category documents during reporting.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and English as core subjects
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General category. Minimum 45% for SC/ST/OBC as per DCI norms
- Qualified NEET-UG 2026 with a minimum 50th percentile for General category. Minimum age 17 years by December 31, 2026
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG 2026 and collect the official scorecard from NTA
- Register for Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling at tnmedicalselection.net during the designated window
- Upload documents including NEET scorecard, class 10 and 12 certificates, community certificate, and Tamil Nadu nativity certificate
- Fill college and course preferences during choice filling on the Tamil Nadu counselling portal
- Receive seat allotment order based on NEET rank and available seats at Rajah Muthiah Dental College
- Report to the college with original documents and pay fees within the deadline specified in the allotment order
✓ Opt for this if
- Looking for an affordable Annamalai University dental degree with government quota fees
- Clinical exposure from a large teaching hospital is the priority
- Planning dental education within Tamil Nadu through state NEET counselling
- NEET rank suits Tamil Nadu state quota counselling for BDS seats
✗ Skip if
- NEET rank and domicile status do not qualify for Tamil Nadu state quota
- Preference is for a dental college in a larger metro city like Chennai
- Seeking a nationally ranked dental institution with strong MDS placement record
- On-campus facilities comparable to private dental colleges in metro areas are needed
Rajah Muthiah Dental BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Tuition fee reimbursement plus maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs |
| Adi Dravidar Welfare Scholarship Tamil Nadu | As per state government norms | Adi Dravidar and Tribal community students |
| NSP Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship | INR 20,000 per year | Merit-based for students in recognised professional courses |
- State scholarships are applied through Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal.
- NSP Central Sector applications open annually at scholarships.gov.in.
Rajah Muthiah Dental BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the BDS fee at Rajah Muthiah Dental College Annamalai?
Ans. The government quota annual tuition fee at Rajah Muthiah Dental College is INR 64,290, making the total tuition for the 5-year BDS programme INR 3,21,450. Hostel charges are additional and range from INR 78,000 to INR 85,000 per year depending on room type. Fees are subject to revision by Annamalai University each academic year and are among the lowest for dental colleges in Tamil Nadu.
Ques. How does Tamil Nadu NEET counselling work for BDS at Rajah Muthiah Dental?
Ans. Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling for BDS is conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education at tnmedicalselection.net. Candidates register online, submit required documents, fill college and course preferences, and are allotted seats based on their NEET rank, category, and Tamil Nadu domicile status. All seats at Rajah Muthiah Dental College are filled exclusively through this state counselling process.
Ques. What is the intake capacity for BDS at Rajah Muthiah Dental College?
Ans. Rajah Muthiah Dental College and Hospital has an annual BDS intake of 100 DCI-approved seats. The college operates one of the largest dental teaching hospitals in Tamil Nadu, giving students access to a high daily volume of clinical cases across all dental specialities throughout their training. This breadth of clinical exposure is a significant academic advantage for BDS students.
Ques. What documents are needed for TN NEET counselling for BDS at Rajah Muthiah Dental?
Ans. Candidates need to carry the NEET-UG 2026 scorecard, class 10 and 12 mark sheets and pass certificates, Tamil Nadu nativity or domicile certificate, community certificate from the Revenue Department, transfer certificate from the last institution, and recent passport-sized photographs. All originals and self-attested copies must be presented at the time of document verification and reporting to the counselling authority.
Ques. What postgraduate options are available after BDS from Rajah Muthiah Dental College?
Ans. After completing BDS from Rajah Muthiah Dental College, graduates can appear in NEET-MDS to pursue specialisation in fields such as orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, periodontology, or prosthodontics. Annamalai University itself offers MDS programmes across several specialities, giving Rajah Muthiah BDS graduates a direct path to postgraduate dental education. Graduates can also register with the Tamil Nadu Dental Council and begin independent dental practice.