Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada is one of the reputed Govt. Dental Colleges in Andhra Pradesh. The college is known as GDCH Vijayawada and was founded in 1992-93. The college is affiliated with Dr NTR University of Health Sciences and is approved by the Dental Council of India, Govt. of India.
The details of the Govt. The Dental College and hospital are given in the following table below:
| Name of the College | Government Dental College & Hospital |
| Affiliating University | Dr. NTR University Health Sciences |
| Establishing Year | 1992-93 |
| Intake | 40 |
| Type | Government |
| Recognized/Permitted | Recognized |
| Duration | 5.5 years |
| Hospital / Beds | – |
| Official Website | http://www.sids.edu.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 qualifying exam or an equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate from a recognized institute. They must have studied the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology compulsorily in their 10+2. | 5.5 years |
| MDS in Periodontology | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Pedodontics and Preventive Surgery | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Prosthetics | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Orthodontics | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Oral Medicine and Radiology | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Periodontology | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) completed from an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
| MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is completed at an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A minimum aggregate score of 55% (general) and 45% (SC/ST) at the level of graduation. | 3 Years |
Fees Structure
Below is the breakdown of the fee structure for BDS at Govt. Dental College & Hospital. For a comprehensive overview of the fees, please refer to the table below.
| Government | – |
| Management | – |
| NRI | – |
| Hostel | – |
| Security Deposit | – |
| Miscellaneous | – |
Cut-Off
Admission to the BDS course at Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada is based on the NEET UG Score. The detailed cut-off for the year 2024 is given below
| OC | – |
| SC | – |
| ST | – |
| BCA | – |
Facilities
The facilities provided to students interested in studying or already studying at the Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada are as follows:
- Medical
- Computer labs
- Library
- Sports
- Auditorium
- Cafeteria
- Hostel
- Laboratory
- Hospital
- OPD
- Centre for Community Medicine
- Blood Bank
College Gallery
Admission to Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada
To get admission to the Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada, the student must fulfill all the eligibility criteria for the course they wish to opt for. For admission to the BDS course, the candidate must clear the NEET UG exam. After this, the candidate should participate in the counseling process, and based on the merit of the candidate, a seat will be allotted.
FAQs about Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada
- How is admission to the BDS course at Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada conducted?
Admission to the BDS course is based on the NEET UG Score. After clearing the NEET UG exam, candidates should participate in the counseling process, and based on their merit, seats will be allotted.
- What are the facilities available for BDS students at the college?
The college provides various facilities, including medical facilities, computer labs, a library, sports facilities, an auditorium, a cafeteria, a laboratory, and more. These facilities are designed to support the academic and extracurricular needs of the students.
- What is the duration of the BDS course at Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada?
The BDS course at Government Dental College and Hospital Vijayawada has a duration of 5.5 years.
