Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Swami Vivekanand Subharti University for the Bachelor of Arts (BA) program in English include a first-year tuition fee of 12,500 INR, followed by 11,000 INR for both the second and third years. Additional fees comprise a registration fee of 2,000 INR. There are specific concessions available, with scheduled caste students paying a reduced tuition fee of approximately 7,000 INR, and enjoying free registration.
Government scholarships are available for students belonging to reserved categories, providing financial support based on eligibility. Exam fees are included within the overall college fees, eliminating the need for separate payments. Overall, the complete cost of education in this program is estimated to be between 70,000 and 80,000 INR, encompassing tuition, services, and mandatory charges.
About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
Subharti Dental College, a constituent college of Swami Vivekanand Subharti University (SVSU) in Meerut, offers a 4-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery program with 100 seats approved by the Dental Council of India. Admission is through NEET-UG and UP state counselling. The total course fee is INR 19,81,000, excluding optional hostel charges. Subharti Dental College is located within the SVSU campus in Meerut, providing access to integrated medical and dental clinical facilities.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
SVSU BDS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 Years) | INR 15,05,000 |
| Caution Fee (Year 1, Refundable) | INR 3,00,000 |
| Other Charges (4 Years) | INR 1,76,000 |
| Hostel Fee (4 Years, Optional) | INR 3,93,000 |
| Total Fees (excluding hostel) | INR 19,81,000 |
- Caution fee of INR 3,00,000 is refundable upon successful course completion.
- Year 1 total fee is INR 7,20,000 and Years 2 to 4 are INR 4,20,000 each.
- Hostel is optional and its charges are separate from the total course fee.
SVSU BDS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Closed | 8 March 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam | 21 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | 20 July 2026 (Tentative) |
| UP State NEET Counselling Registration | August 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | August 2026 |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 |
- BDS admissions at Subharti Dental College are through UP State NEET Counselling only.
- Candidates must register on the UP DGME counselling portal for seat allotment.
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 category (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per NEET norms)
- Valid NEET-UG score with qualifying marks as per DCI and BCI norms for the admission year
- Minimum age of 17 years completed by 31 December of the year of admission
Admission Process
- Appear in NEET-UG and receive the scorecard and rank from NTA
- Register on the UP DGME state counselling portal for BDS seat allotment
- Choose Subharti Dental College, Meerut as a preference during choice filling
- Receive provisional allotment letter and report to the college for document verification
- Pay the course fee directly to the college to confirm the allotted seat
- Report to Subharti Dental College for class commencement in September 2026
✓ Opt for this if
- NEET rank qualifies for private dental college seats in UP state counselling
- Planning dental practice in Meerut or western UP region after graduation
- Seeking DCI-approved dental education with integrated hospital infrastructure
- NCR-based students wanting a dental college within commuting distance
✗ Skip if
- NEET rank qualifies for government dental colleges with lower fee structures
- Planning MDS specialisation at top-ranked dental institutes post-graduation
- Total budget is below INR 20 Lakhs for the full dental course
SVSU BDS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SVSU Girl Student Scholarship | 5% on semester fee | Female students enrolled in BDS at Subharti Dental College |
| SVSU Defense Ward Scholarship | 5% on semester fee | Children of Indian Armed Forces personnel |
| SVSU Divyang Scholarship | 5% on semester fee | Students with certified disabilities enrolled at SVSU |
| UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
- Multiple SVSU scholarships can be combined for a maximum of 10% total concession on fees.
- The 100% martyr scholarship is not applicable to BDS at Subharti Dental College.
- Students receiving any government scholarship are not eligible for SVSU institutional concessions.
SVSU BDS FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BDS at Subharti Dental College, SVSU Meerut?
Ans. The total fee for BDS at Subharti Dental College is INR 19,81,000 for the 4-year program, excluding optional hostel charges. Year 1 fee is INR 7,20,000 (includes a refundable caution of INR 3,00,000) and Years 2 to 4 are INR 4,20,000 each. Optional hostel accommodation costs an additional INR 3,93,000 over the full course.
Ques. How is admission done for BDS at SVSU Meerut?
Ans. Admission to BDS at Subharti Dental College is through UP State NEET Counselling conducted by the UP DGME. Candidates must register on the state counselling portal after NEET-UG results and fill preferences. Seat allotment is based on NEET rank and category. There is no separate SVSU-level test for BDS admission.
Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for BDS at Subharti Dental College, Meerut?
Ans. The closing NEET-UG rank for BDS at Subharti Dental College in 2024 was 681,730 in Round 1 and improved to 71,400 in Round 3 under the general category. Cutoffs vary by category and counselling round. The NEET-UG result for 2026 is expected on 20 July 2026 and the specific cutoff for the current year will be declared post-counselling.
Ques. What is the intake capacity for BDS at Subharti Dental College?
Ans. Subharti Dental College, Meerut has an intake of 100 BDS seats per academic year, as approved by the Dental Council of India. These seats are filled through UP State NEET Counselling rounds. The seat matrix is published on the UP DGME counselling portal each year before counselling begins.
Ques. Are there scholarships for BDS students at Subharti Dental College?
Ans. SVSU offers a 5% fee concession for female students, children of defense personnel, and students with disabilities. These concessions can be clubbed up to a maximum of 10%. Note that the 100% martyr scholarship is not applicable to the BDS program. UP government post-matric scholarships are available for eligible SC/ST/OBC students through the state portal.
Ques. What career options are available after BDS from Subharti Dental College?
Ans. BDS graduates can register with the State Dental Council and practice dentistry independently or in private dental clinics. Other options include government dental officer recruitment through UPSC and state PSC exams, joining dental departments in government hospitals, or pursuing MDS for specialist practice. SVSU’s Meerut location provides access to UP’s large public dental health sector for career opportunities.