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About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
RVS Dental College and Hospital, Kannampalayam, Coimbatore offers the 5-year BDS programme affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, and approved by the Dental Council of India. The programme admits 100 students annually through NEET UG scores and Tamil Nadu DME state counselling. Total tuition fees for the five-year programme are INR 12,50,000, with an annual fee of INR 2,50,000.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
RVS Dental BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 2,50,000 |
| Total Tuition Fees (5 years) | INR 12,50,000 |
- Fee figures are indicative and should be confirmed with the admissions office before joining.
- Hostel and other charges are separate and not included in the above total.
RVS Dental BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | May 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | June 2026 |
| TN DME BDS Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment and Document Verification | September to October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- NEET 2026 was held in May 2026 and results were declared in June 2026.
- TN DME counselling code for RVS Dental College and Hospital is 274.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Biotechnology), and English from a recognised board.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects for general category candidates (40% for SC and ST).
- Must have qualified NEET UG with a valid scorecard for the relevant admission year.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31 December of the relevant admission year.
Admission Process
- Appear for NEET UG and obtain a valid scorecard.
- Register for Tamil Nadu DME BDS state counselling on the TN medical selection portal.
- Upload NEET scorecard, class 12 marksheets, and other documents during the online counselling window.
- Exercise college preference online and use counselling code 274 to identify RVS Dental College.
- Report to RVS Dental College and Hospital, Coimbatore with original documents for verification and seat confirmation.
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET score qualifies for Tamil Nadu private dental college cutoff.
- Planning a dental career in Coimbatore or western Tamil Nadu.
- Attached hospital campus offers strong clinical training volume.
- Prefer TN state counselling route for 100% state quota seats.
✗ Skip if
- Total fee of INR 12.5 Lakhs over 5 years is above budget.
- NEET score is not sufficient for Tamil Nadu private dental quota.
- Targeting government dental colleges with lower fee structure.
- Require placement data or salary records from prior BDS batches.
RVS Dental BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| TN State Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state category norms | BC, MBC, SC, ST students domiciled in Tamil Nadu |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per category and scheme | SC, ST students with family income under INR 2,50,000 per year |
| TN Chief Minister’s Special Scholarship | As per scheme | Meritorious students from Tamil Nadu with qualifying income criteria |
- TN state scholarships are applied via the Tamil Nadu e-Grantz portal.
- Central scholarships are available on the National Scholarship Portal.
RVS Dental BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BDS at RVS Dental College Coimbatore?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 5-year BDS programme at RVS Dental College and Hospital, Coimbatore is INR 12,50,000, payable at INR 2,50,000 per academic year. Hostel and other charges are additional. You should confirm the latest fee structure, including examination and laboratory fees, with the admissions office before joining, as fees may be revised for the 2026 session.
Ques. Which exam is required for BDS admission at RVS Dental College?
Ans. BDS admission at RVS Dental College and Hospital, Kannampalayam is through NEET UG, conducted by the National Testing Agency. NEET 2026 was held in May 2026 and results were declared in June 2026. After the result, candidates participate in Tamil Nadu DME BDS state counselling. The counselling code for RVS Dental College is 274. All 100 BDS seats are filled through 100% Tamil Nadu state quota counselling.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BDS at RVS Dental College Coimbatore?
Ans. You must have passed class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Biotechnology), and English from a recognised board, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects (40% for SC and ST). A valid NEET UG scorecard for the admission year is mandatory. The minimum age is 17 years as on 31 December of the relevant admission year.
Ques. How many seats are available for BDS at RVS Dental College?
Ans. RVS Dental College and Hospital, Coimbatore offers 100 BDS seats per academic year. All seats are filled through Tamil Nadu DME state counselling, making it accessible to Tamil Nadu domicile candidates who qualify NEET. Candidates must register on the TN medical selection portal and choose the college using counselling code 274 during the seat selection process.
Ques. What career options are available after BDS from RVS Dental College?
Ans. BDS graduates from RVS Dental College can practise as dentists in private clinics, hospitals, and community health centres. Specialisation options through MDS include orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, and prosthodontics. Graduates can also appear for government dental officer recruitment exams in Tamil Nadu. The Coimbatore location, a major healthcare hub in Tamil Nadu, provides good access to dental employment and private practice opportunities.
Ques. Are scholarships available for BDS students at RVS Dental College Coimbatore?
Ans. Yes, students from BC, MBC, SC, and ST categories from Tamil Nadu can apply for the TN State Post-Matric Scholarship through the Tamil Nadu e-Grantz portal. SC and ST students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year can also apply for the NSP Post-Matric Scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal. Meritorious students from Tamil Nadu may additionally be eligible for the Chief Minister’s Special Scholarship based on income and academic criteria.