Accepted entrance exams
About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital, located in Thalambur, Chennai, is a private dental institution affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and recognized by the Dental Council of India, offering a 5-year BDS program with an annual intake of 100 seats. The total tuition fee is INR 12,50,000 (INR 2,50,000 per year) for state quota seats. Admission is through NEET-UG via TN NEET counselling and MCC All India Quota.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 1 Seat Allotment begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Sri Venkateswara Dental College Chennai BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) - State Quota | INR 2,50,000 |
| Total Tuition Fee (5 Years) - State Quota | INR 12,50,000 |
- Management quota fees are higher and notified separately by the college.
- Fees are as per the 2025-26 schedule and may be revised for 2026-27.
- Hostel and other charges are payable separately as per college norms.
Sri Venkateswara Dental College Chennai BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Opened | Feb 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Admit Card Released | Jun 14, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result Declared | Jul 16, 2026 |
| TN NEET UG Counselling Registration Closed | Jul 23, 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| TN Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- State quota seats are allotted via TN NEET counselling at tnmedicalselection.net.
- AIQ seats are allotted through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in.
- Management quota seats are filled through the college or Dental Consortium of Tamil Nadu.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects from a recognized board.
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for general category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission as per Dental Council of India norms.
- Valid NEET-UG scorecard from the current examination cycle conducted by NTA is mandatory for all quota seats.
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG conducted by NTA with a score adequate for private BDS admission in Tamil Nadu.
- For AIQ seats: Register at mcc.nic.in after MCC releases the NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule.
- For state quota seats (65%): Register at tnmedicalselection.net after TN DMER announces the counselling window.
- For management quota seats (35%): Apply through the college or Tamil Nadu Dental Consortium process.
- Fill and lock preferences during the choice-filling window and await round-wise allotment.
- Accept the allotted seat and report to Sri Venkateswara Dental College with original documents.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking a private BDS college in Chennai with DCI recognition and NEET admission.
- Tamil Nadu domicile targeting state quota seats through TN NEET counselling.
- Planning MDS or independent dental practice after completing the BDS program.
- Comfortable with INR 2,50,000 per year state quota BDS fee in Chennai.
✗ Skip if
- Total BDS fee of INR 12,50,000 (or more under management quota) is beyond budget.
- Prefer a government dental college with significantly lower annual fee structure.
- Expecting formal campus placement drives from the college for dental roles.
- Non-Tamil Nadu domicile competing for limited AIQ seats only.
Sri Venkateswara Dental College Chennai BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Varies by category | SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit via NSP |
| Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship | Varies by income and category | Tamil Nadu domicile BC/MBC/SC/ST students enrolled in DCI-approved courses |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 10,000 per year | Merit-based for students in the top 20th percentile in 10+2 |
- Central scholarship applications are submitted through scholarships.gov.in.
- Tamil Nadu state scholarships require a valid domicile certificate and income proof.
Sri Venkateswara Dental College Chennai BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the total BDS fee at Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital Chennai?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 5-year BDS program at Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital, Chennai under state quota is INR 12,50,000, charged at INR 2,50,000 per year. Management quota fees are separate and higher, as notified by the college. Fees are as per the 2025-26 schedule and are subject to revision for the 2026-27 academic year.
Ques. How many BDS seats are available and what is the quota distribution at SVDCH Chennai?
Ans. Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital, Chennai offers 100 BDS seats annually. Of these, 65% of seats are reserved for the state government quota allotted through Tamil Nadu NEET counselling at tnmedicalselection.net. The remaining 35% are filled under management quota through the college or Dental Consortium. Additional seats may be available under the MCC All India Quota.
Ques. Which authority conducts Tamil Nadu state quota BDS counselling for SVDCH Chennai?
Ans. Tamil Nadu state quota BDS admissions are handled by the Selection Committee under the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Government of Tamil Nadu, through the portal tnmedicalselection.net. Candidates must register, complete document verification, and participate in choice filling. Tamil Nadu domicile and community certificates are required for state quota eligibility.
Ques. What is the management quota BDS admission process at SVDCH Chennai?
Ans. Management quota seats at Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital, Chennai are filled through the Tamil Nadu Dental Consortium or directly through the college, based on NEET-UG scores and merit. The fee for management quota seats is higher than state quota and is notified separately by the college management. Candidates should contact the admissions office directly for the 2026 management quota process.
Ques. Is Sri Venkateswara Dental College affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University?
Ans. Yes, Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital, Chennai is affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (TNMGRMU) and recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). The BDS degree awarded by this institution is valid for dental registration with the State Dental Council and for appearing in the NEET-MDS postgraduate entrance examination.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BDS from SVDCH Chennai?
Ans. BDS graduates from Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Hospital can register with the Tamil Nadu State Dental Council and set up an independent dental practice, pursue MDS through NEET-MDS in specializations such as orthodontics, periodontics, or oral surgery, apply for government dental officer posts in Tamil Nadu health services, or join dental hospital chains and corporate healthcare organizations across India.