BDS is the graduation program to become a dental surgeon. The program covers various aspects of dental problems, denture, and surgery in the same fields. BDS or Bachelor of Dental Surgery is the most popular medical course after MBBS.
Candidates who successfully complete this 5-year course are also awarded the title of ‘Dr’ and can practice dentistry once they have acquired the license. Pursuing BDS successfully will open up various opportunities for you in the government as well as the private sector of medicine.
Course Name | Bachelor of Dental Surgery |
Short Name | BDS |
Course Level | Undergraduate |
Course Type | Degree Programme |
Course Duration | 5 Years (4 Years for Academic Education + 1 Year for Internship) |
Internship | Mandatory |
Course Mode | Full Time/ Part-Time |
Minimum Qualification Required | 10+2 |
Selection Process | Entrance Exams |
Course Fee | INR 50,000 per month – INR 12 LPA |
Relevant Field | Medical |
Starting Salary | INR 4 LPA – INR 6 LPA |
Employment Sectors | Private Clinics, Educational Institutions, Dental Clinics, Hospitals, Dental Products Manufactures, Pharmaceutical Companies |
The eligibility criteria for the BDS course have been mentioned below.
General Anatomy | Embryology and Histology | General Human Physiology |
Dental Anatomy and Embryology | Oral Histology | General Biochemistry |
Dental Materials | General Pathology and Microbiology | General Pharmacology and Therapeutics |
Pre-Clinical Prosthodontics & Crown & Bridge | Preclinical Conservative Dentistry | Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics |
Oral Pathology | General Medicine |
Oral Microbiology | General Surgery |
Oral Medicine | Radiology | Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics |
Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge | Public Health Dentistry |
Periodontology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry |
Year V – Mandatory Internship
The medical field has expanded in the past decade such that there are various job opportunities in the private sector as well. Most of the good colleges offer placement opportunities in private hospitals and dental healthcare centers. Dentists are also hired in government hospitals and other government departments on the basis of the entrance exam. Aspiring candidates can apply for these courses after completing their graduation, however, some jobs are available after pursuing MDS. Here are some of the employment areas and job profiles that students can explore.
Employment Areas | · Research Institutes · Private Practice · Pharmaceutical Companies · Hospitals · Educational Institutes · Dental Products Manufacturers · Dental Equipment Manufacturers · Dental Clinics |
Job Profiles/ Types | · Private Practitioner · Dental Lab Technician/ Ceramist · Medical Representative/ Sales Representative · Dental Surgeon · Professor · Oral Pathologist · Public Health Specialist · Dental Assistant · Consultant · Dental Hygienist |
Salary After BDS
Graduates also have the options to start their own dental clinic to treat patients. With enough capital and proper research, a dental clinic can help you earn decent money. After pursuing MDS the chances of earning a better salary are high as an MDS usually takes 4 to 6 lakh per annum. Salaries can also vary from city to city as medical expenses and dental charges in metro cities are more than in small cities and towns.
Initial Salary Range at Average Organisations | INR 15,000 per month to INR 30,000 per month |
Initial Salary Range at Top-tier Organisations | INR 6 LPA to INR 12 LPA |
Specialized Fields After BDS