GITAM Dental College was established in the year 2001, is a departmental college of GITAM University, Vishakhapatnam which is state private university. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses viz., Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS). Admissions to the BDS is based on the marks secured in NEET UG entrance exam and for MDS, applicants must have a BDS degree and qualifying marks in NEET PG.

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GITAM University Highlights

Official Website http://gdch.edu.in/
Type of Programs UG and PG
Entrance Exam NEET and NEET PG
Application Mode Online


GITAM Dental College Admission

Admission into dental college is done through the admission portal of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences. The admission process is done through online mode of application. Below mentioned is the step-wise process to submit an application form for the determination of merit position:

  • Step 1: Go to the website http://apmedadm.ntruhs.ap.gov.in/.
  • Step 2: Click on ‘Online Registration’ and provide all the necessary details required.
  • Step 3: After entering the details, click on ‘Validate’ button. If all the details entered are correct, you will recieve a registration number which can be used for further references.
  • Step 4: Enter the registration number for updating other details and click on ‘Validate’ button.
  • Step 5: A new window will appear which will take the candidate to the application form. You will be required to fill all the details like personal details, academic records, photographs, documents and more.
  • Step 6: After filling the form, click on ‘Save and Exit Button’. This process can be repeated if the details entered are wrong. 
  • Step 7: Click on ‘Save and Pay Button’ to proceed for payment. Depending on your caste categorym the registration fee will vary. 
  • Step 8: You will be further directed to the payment page to complete the process. Select your mode of payment and complete the process. 
  • Step 9: After completion of payment, you can download the filled application process and take the prinout of the form.

Documents required: 

  • Admit card and rank card of NEET.
  • SSC or equivalent examination showing Date of Birth
  • Memorandum of marks of qualifying examination in Intermediate examinations.
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Residence Certificate (In case the candidate is outside of Andhra Pradesh)
  • Permanent Caste Certificate
  • Aadhar Card

Application and Counseling Fee: Candidates belonging to OC/BC categories are required to pay INR 3540 (exclusive of any other charges) and INR 2950 for SC/ST categories. 

 

GITAM Dental College Courses 

Academic programs are offered under two categories viz., General and Management quota. Mentioned below are the courses offered by the college under different specializations:

  • UG Courses

Course 1: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) 
GITAM Dental College offers BDS course with a one-year rotating internship. Admissions to the course will be on the basis of their scores in NEET UG entrance exam conducted by CBSE. In BDS, 40 seats are reserved under Management Quota and 10 seats will be allotted through AP EAMCET ranks by Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences. 

Eligibility Criteria: 

  • Intermediate graduate with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany, Zoology)/ Biotechnology and English. 
  • OC candidates must have secured more than 50% and BC/SC/ST candidates must have obtained more than 40% marks in Science. 
  • OC PH candidates should obtain not less than 45% marks in science subjects.
  • Candidates who have secured the cutoff marks and more in NEET UG are eligible to take admission in the course.

Also, the candidate should be an Indian National or Person of Origin (PIO)/ Overseas Citizens of India Card Holder. S/he must also satisfy the local or non-local status in Andhra Pradesh. 

  • PG Courses

Course 2: Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
GITAM Dental College offers three-year MDS in eight disciplines.

Eligibility Criteria: bachelor’s degree holder in Dental Surgery. Candidates must also have a valid score in NEET PG. Qualified candidates will have to appear for NEET PG national counseling.

Read more GITAM University Courses and Fees

Why Join GITAM Dental College?

  • Good Faculty: The institution has a blend of experienced and knowledgeable, and young and dedicated faculty who are very competent and highly qualified. They are constantly engaged in mentoring students. Quality education is imparted with the latest technical aids. Their primary aim is to make sure that the students get the best possible practical skills and required knowledge to inculcate the basic virtues of service, punctuality, and discipline.
  • Practical Training: The hospital associated with this institution helps the students practically learn dentistry. This also provides the students with a better scope of gaining education for life after college.