Bapuji Dental College and Hospital - [BDCH], Davanagere

Davanagere, KarnatakaEstd 1979 RGUHS, Bangalore
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About BDCH

Bapuji Dental College and Hospital (BDCH) is a reputed private dental institution founded in 1979 in Davanagere, Karnataka. BDCH has been affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences since 1992. It has been ranked 25th and 36th best dental college by India Today Ranking 2024 and NIRF Ranking 2023, respectively. The college is recognized by the Dental Council of India & the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and the Government of India.

BDCH offers BDS and MDS at the UG and PG levels, respectively. The college offers a total of 100 seats for admission to its BDS program. MDS at BDCH is offered in nine specializations, such as Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Radiology, and Oral Pathology & Microbiology. Admission to BDS and MDS at the college is based on NEET UG and NEET MDS scores, respectively. The institute also offers a PhD in all nine branches of dentistry at the doctoral level. Students are offered a seat in the PhD program based on the entrance exam conducted by BDCH, followed by an interview. Bapuji Dental College and Hospital offers good placement opportunities to both BDS and MDS Students. According to NIRF Report 2023, the median package offered during BDCH Placements stood at INR 2.9 LPA for BDS and INR 6.2 LPA for MDS. 


BDCH Highlights

Some of the important highlights about BDCH are tabulated below:

Particular Details
Institution Name Bapuji Dental College and Hospital
Established | Institute Type 1979 | Private
Affiliation Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Recognized by Dental Council of India
Courses Offered BDS, MDS and PhD
Application Mode Online | Offline
Admission Criteria Entrance Exam
Entrance Exam NEET UG and NEET MDS
Facilities Available Library, Canteen, Hostel, Gymnasium, Auditorium
Official Website https://bapujidental.edu/ 

BDCH Courses and Fees

BDCH offers three different courses to the students namely BDS, MDS and PhD. The detailed information about BDCH Courses and Fees are as follows:

Courses Course Details Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BDS Duration: 5 Years
Course Fee: INR 95,808
Completed 10+2 with 50% marks in PCB (40% Aggregate marks for SC/ST). Score in NEET UG + Counselling
MDS Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: INR 9,15,750 – INR 13,65,750 
Completed BDS Degree from a recognized institute or PG Diploma recognized by DCI with 1 Years of Experience. Score in NEET MDS + Counselling
PhD Duration: 3 Years Completed MDS Degree with 55% marks in aggregate Entrance Exam Conducted by College followed by Interview

BDCH Admission 2024

BDCH offers UG, PG, and Doctoral Courses in Dental Sciences. The college admits students to BDS and MDS courses based on their NEET UG and NEET MDS scores, respectively. Bapuji Dental College also conducts its own entrance exam and interview for admission to PhD courses. 15% of BDS seats are reserved under the All India quota, while 85% are reserved under the State quota. Candidates who qualify for NEET UG/ NEET MDS must appear for state counselling conducted by KEA.

Visit the official website of Karnataka Education Authority @ https://kea.kar.nic.in. Click on the link for ‘Dental Admission 2024’. Register yourself with your NEET UG or NEET MDS details. Pay the application fee online or offline. Fill out the application form with your personal and academic details. Upload the scanned copies of your documents. Submit the application form and take a printout of it.

KEA will release the merit list and the seat matrix after verifying the documents. Candidates who are eligible for counselling must fill out their choices online. KEA will allot seats to candidates based on their rank, preference, and availability. Candidates who are allotted a seat at BDCH must report to the college within the specified time with the original documents and the admission fee.

Documents Required for BDCH Admission

  • Allotment Letter issued by KEA
  • NEET UG/ NEET MDS Scorecard
  • NEET UG/ NEET MDS Admit Card
  • Class 10th Mark Sheet
  • Class 12th Mark Sheet
  • Migration Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Conduct/ Character Certificate
  • Eligibility Certificate issued by RGUHS
  • Proof of Date of Birth
  • BDS Mark Sheet & Certificate, if applicable
  • Dental Council Registration Certificate, if applicable
  • Internship Certificate, if applicable 
  • Caste Certificate, if applicable
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Color Photographs

BDCH Ranking 2024

BDCH is ranked 25th among all dental colleges in India, according to India Today Ranking 2024.

Agency Category  Year Rank in India
India Today Dental 2024 25
NIRF Dental 2023 36
IIRF Dental 2023 25

BDCH Placements 2024

BDCH Placements 2024 data is yet to be released. Candidates can check the placements of previous years to get an idea of the placement trends at the college.

Particulars Placement Statistics (2021-22) Placement Statistics (2020-21)
Median package of BDS INR 2.9 LPA INR 1.08 LPA
Median package of MDS INR 6.2 LPA INR 4.7 LPA

BDCH Scholarship 2024

BDCH Scholarships are offered by the college management and the Bapuji Educational Association to support deserving and meritorious students. Given below are the details about various scholarships offered by the college:

Scholarship Detail
Bapuji Educational Association Scholarship This scholarship is awarded to the students who secure top ranks in the entrance exams and the university exams. The amount of the scholarship varies from INR 10,000 to INR 50,000 per year.
Bapuji Dental College and Hospital Merit Scholarship This scholarship is provided by the college management to the students who secure the first three positions in each batch and each specialization. The amount of the scholarship varies from INR 5,000 to INR 15,000 per month.
Bapuji Dental College and Hospital Need-Based Scholarship This scholarship is provided by the college management to students who belong to economically weaker sections of society. The eligibility and the amount of the scholarship are decided by the college committee.
Bapuji Dental College and Hospital Minority Scholarship This scholarship is provided by the college management to students who belong to minority communities such as SC, ST, OBC, etc. 

BDCH Facilities

BDCH offers various kinds of facilities to its students to enhance their mental as well as physical abilities. Some of the BDCH Facilities are as follows:

BDCH Hostel

BDCH has three separate hostels for boys and girls, namely Vedavathi, Netravathi, and Hemavathi, with all the modern amenities. There are separate hostels for NRI students, with 140 rooms for boys and 96 rooms for girls. The hostel also has an indoor and outdoor games facility and an entertainment room for leisure. The rooms are divided into single, double, and shared occupancy.
The breakdown of hostel fees are as follows:

Category Data
Hostel Fee INR 80,000 – INR 1,20,000

Some other facilities offered to students by BDCH are as follows:

  • Lecture Theatre: There are four smart AC lecture theatres, each equipped with advanced audiovisual systems.
  • Central Library: BDCH Library has a collection of over 10,000 books and 200 journals from national and international publishers. It also offers online access to various e-resources and databases.
  • Conference & Meeting Hall: The college has its own conference and meeting hall with a seating capacity of 150. The hall is used for conducting seminars, workshops, symposiums, and guest lectures.
  • Auditorium: It has its own spacious and air-conditioned auditorium, which is used for organizing cultural events, convocations, and award ceremonies.
  • Laboratories: BDCH has well-equipped laboratories for various departments and specializations.

BDCH Departments

Bapuji Dental College is one of the leading dental colleges in Karnataka, established in 1979 by Mr Shamanur Shivashankarappa. It has ten departments that offer various undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in the field of Dental Sciences. Below mentioned are the different departments at BDCH:

BDCH Departments 
Oral Medicine & Radiology Periodontics Prosthodontics & Crown & Bridge
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Paedodontics & Preventive Dentistry Conservative Dentistry
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Public Health Dentistry Oral Biology & Genetics

How to reach BDCH?

BDCH is well-connected by air, rail and bus transport. The convenient routes to reach college are as follows:

Routes Distance
Shivmogga Domestic Airport  74.2 Km
Davangere Railway Station 1.7 Km
City Bus Stop 350.0 m

BDCH FAQs

Ques. Is BDCH a good college?

Ans. Yes, BDCH is one of the leading dental colleges in Karnataka, established in 1979 by Mr Shamanur Shivashankarappa. It has a reputation for excellence in academics, research and patient care. The college has been accredited by NAAC with an 'A' grade and is ISO 9001:2008 certified.

Ques. What are the facilities available at BDCH?

Ans. BDCH has a well-equipped campus with modern infrastructure, such as spacious classrooms, auditoriums, laboratories, a library, a hostel, a cafeteria, sports, etc. It also has a dental hospital with 600 dental chairs, digital radiography, CBCT, laser, implant centre, etc. 

Ques. What courses are offered at BDCH?

Ans. Students are offered admission to BDS and MDS at BDCH. The college also offers admission to PhD courses for three years.

Ques. Do the BDCH offer any scholarships?

Ans. BDCH offers scholarships to meritorious and needy students based on their academic performance, entrance exam rank, category, etc. Some of the scholarships are:

  • Bapuji Educational Association Merit Scholarship
  • Bapuji Educational Association Fee Concession
  • Bapuji Educational Association Alumni Scholarship

Ques. Is BDCH recognized by the Dental Council of India?

Ans. Yes, Bapuji Dental College and Hospital is recognized by the Dental Council of India, which is the statutory body that regulates dental education and the profession in India. The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka.

Ques. How many seats are offered for BDS at BDCH?

Ans. BDCH offers 100 seats for BDS courses every year. The seats are allotted by merit through online counselling conducted by the Karnataka Examination Authority. 

Ques. What is the placement package offered at BDCH?

Ans. BDCH has a dedicated placement cell that provides guidance and assistance to students in their career development. According to NIRF Report 2023, the median package offered during BDCH Placements stood at INR 2.9 LPA for BDS and INR 6.2 LPA for MDS. 

Ques. What documents are required for admission at BDCH?

Ans. The details of the documents required for admission at BDCH are as follows:

  • Marksheets of 10th and 12th class
  • Migration Certificate
  • Provisional Certificate. 
  • Admit Card
  • Rank Card
  • Score Card
  • Application Form
  • BDS Marksheet and Certificate
  • Caste Certificate
  • ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Driving License)

Ques. Which specialisation is available in the MDS program at BDCH?

Ans. Periodontology, Paediatric Dentistry, Prosthodontics, and Crown & Bridge are among the specialisations offered at BDCH. Students can seek admission based on NEET MDS score.

Ques. How can an individual enrol for a PhD courses at BDCH?

Ans. The admission criteria for a PhD course at BDCH are based on an entrance examination conducted by the college followed by a personal interview. The duration of the course is three years.

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BDCH Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityAction
MDS
9 Courses
6.21 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) B.D.S. with 50% + NEET MDS
BDS95,808 (1st Year Fees) 10+2 with 50% + NEET

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BDCH Upcoming Application Dates 2024


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NEET-MDS counselling Jun 30, 2024

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BDCH Rankings 2024

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BDCH Indiatoday Ranking

#25out of 62 in India 2024
#6th in Karnataka
India Today

BDCH NIRF Ranking

#36out of 40 in India 2023
#10th in Karnataka
NIRF

BDCH IIRF Ranking

#25out of 60 in India 2023
#9th in Karnataka
IIRF

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BDCH Faculty

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director
Dr. K. SADASHIVA SHETTY
Professor and Head
Dr. ASHOK L.
Department of Oral Medicine
Professor and Head
DR. KIRTHI KUMAR RAI
Department of Oral Surgery
Professor
Dr. BASAPPA N.
Department of Pedodontics
Professor
Dr. VIJAY N.
Department of Orthodontics
Professor
Dr. GAYATHRI G.V.
Department of Periodontics
Professor
Dr. MALLIKARJUN GOUD K
Department of Endodontics
Professor
Dr. B.H DHANYA KUMAR
Department of Prosthodontics
Professor
Dr. VEERESH D.J.
Department of Public Health Dentistry
Reader
Dr. NEETU TELAGI
Department of Oral Pathology & Microbiology

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