Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Rama University for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) program include a tuition fee of approximately Rs. 236,000 to Rs. 246,000 annually. Hostel fees are about Rs. 110,000 per year, and a security deposit of Rs. 30,000 is required, which is refundable. Additionally, there is a registration fee of Rs.
10,000. During examinations, specific examination fees must be paid. The total cost for the entire BAMS course ranges from Rs. 17 to Rs. 18 lakh, inclusive of hostel charges. Scholarships are available, generally ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 70,000 annually, and may vary based on student categories.
About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
Rama Dental College Hospital and Research Centre, Kanpur, affiliated to Rama University, offers BDS as a 5-year programme (4 years clinical plus one year rotating internship) with an annual intake of 100 seats. Admission is through NEET-UG followed by UP NEET state counselling by DGME Lucknow. Total tuition fees are INR 14,78,000 for the 4-year clinical period. Graduates practise as dentists in government and private clinics or pursue MDS specialisations.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. UP NEET Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Rama University BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Annual) | INR 3,69,500 |
| Hostel Charges (Annual, optional) | INR 1,10,000 |
| Total Tuition Fees (4 Years) | INR 14,78,000 |
- Hostel is optional and charges vary by room type selected at the time of enrolment.
- One-year compulsory internship may carry a nominal stipend from the attached dental hospital.
- UP domicile students may apply separately for the UP government scholarship after admission.
Rama University BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Last Date | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam Date | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Date | Jul 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| UP NEET Counselling Registration Last Date | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- UP NEET state counselling for BDS seats is conducted by DGME Lucknow after the NEET-UG result.
- Management quota seats are filled directly by Rama Dental College after state counselling rounds are over.
- Candidates must carry original Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, NEET scorecard, and ID proof for counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology securing minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board
- Minimum age of 17 years as on December 31, 2026
- Valid NEET-UG qualifying score is mandatory for all BDS admissions in Uttar Pradesh without exception
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG with a score meeting the BDS cutoff for UP private dental colleges in the state counselling matrix
- Register on the UP NEET state counselling portal managed by DGME Lucknow after the result is declared
- Fill college preferences and complete the choice-filling round for seat allotment in UP dental colleges
- Report to Rama Dental College Hospital with original documents on the date mentioned in the seat allotment letter
- Complete fee payment within the deadline notified by the college to confirm the allotted BDS seat
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET score qualifies for BDS but not MBBS at a government medical college
- Interested in dental practice and willing to invest in a 5-year dental degree
- Planning to open a private dental clinic in UP or central India after graduation
- Want to pursue MDS specialisation in orthodontics, oral surgery, or prosthodontics
✗ Skip if
- NEET score qualifies for MBBS at a government medical college and medicine is the career goal
- Total fee outlay of INR 14.78 Lakhs plus hostel exceeds the available family budget
- Prefer a government dental college in UP for lower fee and stronger residency access
- Planning to practise dentistry abroad where BDS recognition by the host country needs prior verification
Rama University BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship (Class 12: 60 to 89%) | 10% to 50% tuition waiver | Minimum 60% in Class 12 with PCB subjects |
| Merit Scholarship (Class 12: 90 to 100%) | 100% tuition waiver | 90% or above in Class 12 with PCB from a recognised board |
| UP Government Scholarship | As per UP government norms | UP domicile students meeting income and category criteria |
| Sports Scholarship | 25% to 50% tuition waiver | State or national-level sports participation with valid proof |
- Scholarship renewal requires 60% or above marks and 75% attendance each academic year.
- UP government scholarship is applied for separately through the official UP scholarship portal after enrolment.
Rama University BDS FAQs
Ques. Is NEET-UG mandatory for BDS admission at Rama Dental College, Kanpur?
Ans. Yes, NEET-UG is mandatory for BDS admission at Rama Dental College Hospital and Research Centre, affiliated to Rama University. NEET-UG 2026 registration closed March 8, 2026, and the exam was held June 21, 2026. Results are expected around July 20, 2026. After the result, candidates must register on the UP NEET state counselling portal managed by DGME Lucknow for seat allotment across government and private dental colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
Ques. How many BDS seats are available at Rama Dental College, Kanpur?
Ans. Rama Dental College Hospital and Research Centre, Kanpur, has an annual BDS intake of 100 seats. Seats are distributed across the state quota and management quota categories as per DCI guidelines and UP government norms. State quota seats are filled through UP NEET state counselling by DGME Lucknow, while management quota seats are filled directly by the institution after all state counselling rounds are complete and reported to the DCI.
Ques. What career options are available after BDS from Rama Dental College?
Ans. After BDS, graduates register with the Dental Council of India and can practise in private or government dental clinics. Other career paths include joining government hospital dental departments, appearing for MDS entrance exams in orthodontics, oral surgery, pedodontics, or periodontics, and pursuing public health dentistry roles in NGOs and government programmes. Graduates can also join dental equipment companies, dental insurance organisations, or scientific research positions in academic institutions.
Ques. What is the clinical training structure in BDS at Rama Dental College?
Ans. Clinical training in the BDS programme at Rama Dental College begins from the third year. Students rotate through departments including conservative dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, paediatric dentistry, and periodontics. The 4-year clinical curriculum concludes with a one-year compulsory rotating internship at the attached Rama Dental College Hospital, where graduates handle independent patient cases under faculty supervision before applying for DCI registration.
Ques. What is the UP NEET counselling process for BDS admission at Rama Dental College?
Ans. UP NEET state counselling for BDS is conducted by the Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME), Lucknow, after the NEET-UG result. Candidates register on the DGME UP counselling portal, pay the counselling registration fee, fill college preferences in order of merit, and receive seat allotment based on NEET rank. Rama Dental College is listed in the UP NEET state counselling seat matrix for private dental colleges. After allotment, candidates must report to the college within the prescribed timeline.
Ques. Can BDS graduates from Rama Dental College pursue MDS?
Ans. Yes, BDS graduates from Rama Dental College are eligible to appear for MDS entrance exams conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NEET-MDS) and various state dental university entrance tests. MDS specialisations available in India include orthodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, pedodontics, periodontology, oral pathology, and oral medicine. Candidates clearing NEET-MDS can join MDS programmes at government and private dental colleges across India after a merit-based counselling process.