Fees
Fees at Yenepoya University for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences (BAMS) program include a tuition fee structure of approximately INR 1,25,000 per semester for nine semesters, totaling around INR 11,25,000. The hostel fees range between INR 75,000 to INR 85,000 per year, increasing by 10% annually. Including hostel and additional costs such as books and necessities, the total program expense approximates INR 16 lakhs to INR 18.95 lakhs.
The university provides scholarships such as SSP and NSP, particularly to minority categories and students with distinctions, offering financial aid varying up to INR 25,000 annually. The program includes a 1-year internship period, although no stipend is provided during this time. Scholarships can significantly reduce costs, and financial support is available for those with demonstrated financial need.
About Bachelor of Dental Surgery [BDS]
The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a five-year undergraduate dental degree (four academic years and a one-year compulsory rotating internship) offered at Yenepoya Dental College, Deralakatte, Mangaluru, which is approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI). The programme covers dental anatomy and oral histology, general and oral pathology, oral microbiology, pharmacology, oral surgery, conservative dentistry and endodontics, orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics, oral medicine and radiology, periodontology, prosthodontics, paediatric dentistry, community dentistry, and an internship at Yenepoya Dental College Hospital, preparing graduates for dental practice, hospital dentistry, and postgraduate dental entrance exams. Yenepoya University ranks 85 in an external review site’s 2026 Dental colleges list. Total programme fee is INR 20,34,000 for the five-year programme.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University BDS admissions for 2026-27 are through MCC national counselling (Medical Counselling Committee) for deemed dental colleges. A valid NEET-UG 2026 score is mandatory for admission.
Key Points
- Five-year BDS (4 years + 1-year internship) at Yenepoya Dental College, Mangaluru
- DCI-approved programme covering oral surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, and all dental disciplines
- Eligibility: NEET-UG 2026 qualified; Class 12 (PCB) with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Admission through MCC national counselling for deemed dental college seats
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; ranks 85 in an external review site 2026 Dental list
Yenepoya University Bachelor of Dental Surgery Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 5,28,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 5,02,000 |
| Fee (Year 3) | INR 5,02,000 |
| Fee (Year 4) | INR 5,02,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Academic Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 20,34,000 |
- Source: Yenepoya Mangalore Campus Fee Structure 2026-27, Yenepoya Dental College (BDS).
- Registration fee INR 26,000 payable at admission; not included above.
- Year 5 internship fee not included; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
- Hostel charges are separate; confirm rate at yenepoya.edu.in.
Yenepoya University Bachelor of Dental Surgery Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Exam (NTA) | Jun 21, 2026 (re-exam) |
| MCC Round 1 Counselling (BDS) | October to November 2026 (tentative) |
| MCC Round 2 Counselling (BDS) | November to December 2026 (tentative) |
| Classes Commence | December 2026 (post-counselling allotment) |
| NEET-UG 2026 (NTA) Registration End | Mar 8, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 (NTA) Exam Date | Jun 21, 2026 (re-exam) |
| NEET-UG 2026 (NTA) Result | N/A |
- NEET-UG 2026 score is mandatory; no direct BDS admission.
- Seats allotted through MCC national counselling for deemed dental seats.
- Register at mcc.nic.in after NEET-UG result.
- Pay Year 1 fee at Yenepoya Dental College after MCC allotment.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at yenepoya.edu.in or +91-8867754493.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks in PCB (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates). Minimum age: 17 years as of December 31, 2026.
- A valid NEET-UG 2026 score is mandatory for BDS admission at all dental colleges in India. The qualifying percentile for deemed dental colleges is set by MCC; check mcc.nic.in for the current NEET cutoff and counselling schedule.
Admission Process
- Appear in NEET-UG 2026 (exam: Jun 21, 2026 (re-exam)) conducted by NTA. Download the result and scorecard from nta.ac.in.
- Register at mcc.nic.in (Medical Counselling Committee) for national BDS counselling using the NEET-UG 2026 scorecard. Fill choices including Yenepoya Dental College, Mangaluru.
- Lock choices; wait for MCC seat allotment letter for the round in which Yenepoya Dental College is allotted.
- Upon allotment, pay the Year 1 fee of INR 5,28,000 (plus INR 26,000 registration fee) and complete document verification at Yenepoya Dental College, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration; classes commence after MCC allotment (typically December 2026).
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is dentist, dental surgeon, or specialist after MDS (orthodontics, oral surgery)
- Strong interest in clinical dentistry, patient-facing dental practice, and oral health
- Yenepoya Dental College Hospital provides high patient volume for hands-on BDS clinical training
- Fee INR 20.34 Lakhs; 5-year DCI-approved BDS at NAAC A+ university
- Planning to appear for NEET-MDS after BDS for postgraduate dental specialisation
✗ Skip if
- Goal is MBBS; BDS is a dental degree and does not confer rights to practise allopathic medicine
- Top government dental college (MAULANA AZAD, KGMU, Manipal College of Dental Sciences) is required
- Fee of INR 20.34 Lakhs is outside budget without education loan or scholarship
- NEET-UG rank is not sufficient to secure a deemed BDS seat; confirm cutoff at mcc.nic.in
Yenepoya University Bachelor of Dental Surgery Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on NEET-UG rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state scholarship portal.
Yenepoya University Bachelor of Dental Surgery FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BDS at Yenepoya University?
Ans. The total fee for BDS at Yenepoya Dental College (Mangaluru) is INR 20,34,000 for the four academic years (Year 1: INR 5,28,000; Years 2-4: INR 5,02,000 each). A one-time registration fee of INR 26,000 is payable at admission. Internship year fee and hostel charges are separate. Verify the 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in before finalising admission.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BDS at Yenepoya University?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (PCB) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks and a valid NEET-UG 2026 score. Admission is through MCC national counselling for deemed dental college seats. Confirm the NEET cutoff at mcc.nic.in.
Ques. How is BDS admission done at Yenepoya Dental College?
Ans. BDS admission at Yenepoya Dental College is based on the NEET-UG 2026 score. All seats are allotted through MCC national counselling (mcc.nic.in) for deemed dental colleges. No direct admission or management-quota walk-in is available. Register at mcc.nic.in after the NEET-UG 2026 result.
Ques. What is the ranking of Yenepoya Dental College for dentistry?
Ans. Yenepoya University ranks 85 in an external review site’s 2026 Dental colleges list in India. The dental college also holds Dental Council of India (DCI) approval and is part of a NAAC A+ accredited university.