Overview
About BDS at MAHE
Manipal Academy of Higher Education lists the Bachelor of Dental Surgery programme on its official website. A professional dental degree covering oral medicine, surgery, prosthodontics, orthodontics and clinical practice.
The programme runs for 5 years including a 1-year internship and falls under the Dental Council of India (DCI). Before applying, confirm that the BDS intake at MAHE is approved for the current academic year.
BDS fees at MAHE (2026-27)
Set by the state Fee Regulating Authority or university each year. Get the official figure for merit, management and NRI seats.
Eligibility
BDS eligibility at MAHE
Entrance exams
Exams that can apply
Process
BDS admission process
- 1
Check that MAHE has opened BDS admissions for this cycle.
- 2
Appear for NEET-UG or the exam MAHE accepts, and meet the minimum score.
- 3
Register on the official counselling or institutional portal and complete choice filling.
- 4
Attend document verification with originals and photocopies.
- 5
Pay the approved fee only through the institution's official channel and keep receipts.
Management & NRI quota
BDS management quota at MAHE
Private and deemed medical institutions fill management, institutional and NRI seats through the official counselling authority (MCC for deemed universities, state counselling for private colleges). A qualifying NEET-UG score is mandatory for every seat, including management and NRI seats, and fees are fixed by the state fee regulatory committee or the institution.
Seat availability and the approved fee at MAHE must be confirmed for the current cycle.
Outcomes
Careers after BDS
FAQs