Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Puducherry

Established in 1990-1991, Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences is located in Puducherry. Guided by the motto of prioritizing medical facilities, our focus remains on extending quality medical, paramedical, nursing, and allied healthcare education, complemented by compassionate hospital services equipped with advanced facilities, all directed towards addressing the medical needs of populations. With a commitment to holistic values, we also engage in health research for the greater well-being of humanity.

The institute provides a comprehensive selection of 8 student programs, including BDS and MDS. Mahatma Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences offers courses specializing in two areas: Endodontics and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. With a total capacity to accommodate 140 students, the institute conducts its courses on a Full-Time basis. Additionally, all programs offered by the institute have received approval from DCI.

College Details

The details are given in the following table below :

Name of the College	Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences
Affiliating University	–
Establishing Year	1990-1991
Intake	100
Type	Private
Status	Recognized
Official Website	https://mgpgi.py.gov.in

Courses Offered

The college offers a wide range of courses. The courses along with their eligibility are given in the table below, 

NAME OF THE COURSE	ELIGIBILITY	DURATION
BDS	10+2 Science and NEET UG qualified	5.5 Years

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria	Details
Educational Qualification	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects. Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB subjects.
Age Requirement	Must be at least 17 years old as of December 31st of the admission year.
Entrance Exam	NEET-UG qualification is mandatory.
Counseling & Admission	Admission is through MCC or state counseling based on NEET-UG scores.

Fees Structure

The detailed fee structure for BDS is given in the table below :

Government	83,090
Management	–
NR (USD)	22,000 USD
Hostel	12,500-30,000
Security	10,000 Refundable
Miscellaneous	13,000+ MESS
Total	–

Cut Off

Admission to the BDS course at Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences is based on the NEET UG Score, the detailed cut-off for the year 2025-26 is given below,

CATEGORY	ROUND 1	ROUND 2	ROUND 3
UR	–	–	–
OSC	–	–	–
SC	–	–	–
ST	–	–	–
NRI	–	–	–

Facilities

Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences has a built-in environment that is best suited for students, the administrators are always working hard to improve the facilities that are available at the disposal of students. These facilities are  :
1) Central Library
2) Canteen 
3) Research Lab 
4) Residences and Hostel 
5) Games- Indoor and Outdoor 
6) Lectures by Highly educated teachers

Admission Procedure at Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences

The admission process for the BDS program at Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences involves several key steps:

Commencement of Classes: Upon completing the admission process, students begin their academic sessions according to the college’s schedule.

Qualify NEET-UG: Aspiring candidates must appear for and secure a qualifying score in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Participate in State Counselling: After obtaining the NEET-UG results, candidates must register for the Telangana NEET-UG counseling process, managed by Pondicherry University. This involves:

Registration: Fill out the online application form and pay the requisite counseling fee.

Document Verification: Submitting necessary documents for verification, such as academic certificates, identity proof, and NEET-UG scorecard.

Choice Filling and Seat Allotment: Candidates must select their preferred colleges and courses during the choice-filling phase. Based on NEET-UG scores, reservation policies, and seat availability, seats are allotted to candidates.

Reporting to the College: Candidates allotted a seat at Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, should report to the institution within the specified timeframe to complete admission formalities, which include:

Submission of Original Documents: Providing original certificates for verification.

Payment of Fees: Paying the prescribed tuition and other fees.

Documents Required

• NEET-UG Admit Card
• NEET-UG Scorecard/Rank Letter
• 10th Class Mark Sheet & Certificate (for date of birth verification)
• 12th Class Mark Sheet & Certificate
• Transfer Certificate (TC) from the last attended institution
• Study Certificate (from 6th to 12th standard for local status verification)
• Category Certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Domicile Certificate (for Telangana state quota candidates)
• Aadhaar Card or any other valid ID proof
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Income Certificate (for fee reimbursement, if applicable)
• Passport-size Photographs (Recent – usually 4-6 copies)
• Allotment Letter (issued during the counselling process)
• Fee Payment Receipt (proof of admission fee payment)

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