About BDS
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a 5-year undergraduate professional degree program, comprising 4 years of academic study and 1 year of a compulsory rotating internship. It is the primary dental qualification in India and is recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). The course is designed for students who aspire to become qualified dentists and build a successful career in oral healthcare, dental surgery, and preventive dentistry. The BDS course provides comprehensive knowledge of dental sciences, oral anatomy, oral pathology, dental materials, prosthodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, and community dentistry. Students gain both theoretical knowledge and extensive clinical training through laboratory work, preclinical exercises, patient care, and supervised hospital practice. The curriculum focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and treating oral diseases while promoting overall oral health and hygiene. A Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree offers excellent career opportunities in government and private hospitals, dental clinics, healthcare organizations, research institutions, dental colleges, and public health departments.
