Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

Overview

The BDS program at DU’s MAIDS is a five‑year professional degree regulated by the Dental Council of India. It combines foundational sciences (anatomy, physiology, biochemistry) with specialized dental subjects such as oral pathology, orthodontics, conservative dentistry, prosthodontics, oral surgery, pedodontics, periodontology, public health dentistry, and more. The final one‑year rotating internship gives hands‑on clinical experience in dental hospital settings. DU's BDS training emphasizes academic rigor, clinical exposure, and ethical practice through one of India's top government dental institutions.

 

Eligibility

Passed Class 12 under 10+2 with required subjects and minimum aggregate marks: 50% for General, 40% for SC/ST, 45% for OBC-NCL 

Must be at least 17 years old by December 31 of the admission year 

Must have qualified NEET‑UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate)

For Delhi quota seats (85%), both Class 11 and 12 must be completed from recognized institutions within NCT of Delhi

Minimum Education