MCODS Manipal: Courses, Fees, Admission, Cutoff, Rankings, Placements

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Manipal College of Dental Sciences - [MCODS] ,Manipal ,Karnataka

Overview

Latest Updates

  • NEET UG 2025 Exam Dates Announced: Exam will be conducted on 5 May 2025.
  • MCODS Application Deadline: Undergraduate and postgraduate courses for the academic year 2025-2026, the last date to apply is April 30, 2025.


Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS) was established in 1965 and is one of the most reputed colleges of dental sciences in India. Recognized NAAC ‘A+’ Grade and benchmarked at par with some of the premier dental colleges across India. MCODS provides courses in basic dental science (BDS) undergraduate degree, and Master of dental surgery (MDS) postgraduate degree with specialization as well as certification in numerous dental specialties. 

As per NIRF ranking, it ranks #2nd position among all dental science colleges in India. MCODS Manipal fee structure depends on the courses you choose which range between INR 16L – 43.5L, Scholarships are also available at MCODS College. MCODS College admission is based on the score of the National level entrance exam such as NEET. For admission cut-off for the general category, approx  86285-442843 for the BDS program and 6155 - 7572 for the MDS program. MCODS College has an excellent placement record with a 100% placement record and a medical salary of INR 5LPA,  it offers an academic-intense curriculum as well as clinical experience and promising international job opportunities. Boasting a very strong academic structure, well-equipped dental clinics, and excellent research laboratories, MCODS has students from across the globe.


Quick Highlights

Category

Details

Type

Private

Year Established

1965

NAAC Accreditation

A+

NIRF Ranking(2024)

#2

Courses Offered

BDS, MDS, Fellowship Programs

Application Mode

Online

Top Recruiters

Apollo Hospitals, Fortis, Max Healthcare, and AIIMS

Fees Range

INR 5,00,000 – 12,00,000 (per year)

Placement Rate

85%

Average Salary Offered 

5LPA


MCODS Manipal Ranking

MCODS Manipal is among the best dental colleges both in India and across the globe. This college provides  quality education and research output. As per NIRF ranking 2024, it rank #2 among all the dental colleges in india.

Ranking Organization

Category

2024

2023

NIRF 2024

Dental Colleges

#2

#2

India Today 2024

Best Dental Colleges

5

5

Outlook

Best Dental Colleges

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Manipal College of Dental Sciences - [MCODS] ,Manipal ,Karnataka

Programs


MCODS provides undergraduate, postgraduate and certification programs in dentistry that provide emphasis on clinical practice and research. Also have a specialization in MDS program.

Course

No. Of Courses

Specializations

Duration

BDS

1

General Dentistry

5 Years

MDS

9

Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, etc.

3 Years

Certificate

3

Aesthetic Dentistry, Implantology, etc.

1 Year

 

MCODS Manipal Fees

The MCODS Manipal fee structure differs per course and per specialization if there is any.

Course

Fees 

BDS

INR 16.6

MDS

INR 19.5L – 43.5L

Certificate

INR 1.3L – 3.7L


Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1 courses • 2 years
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Bachelor of Arts [BA]

1 courses • 3 years
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Manipal College of Dental Sciences - [MCODS] ,Manipal ,Karnataka

Admissions

The admission to the Manipal College of Dental Sciences is available in undergraduate, postgraduate and certification course. The eligibility criteria for admission to BDS program involves a valid NEET UG score and for admission in the MDS program involves NEET MDS scores.

Program

Eligibility Criteria

Entrance Exam

Duration

BDS

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology

NEET UG

5 Years

MDS

BDS degree with a 50% aggregate

NEET-PG  MDS

3 Years

Certificate

Class 12 or equivalent in any stream

NA

1 Year


Important Dates: 

NEET UG 2025 Exam:

May 5, 2025

Application Deadline: 

April 30, 2025 

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

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FAQs related to Admissions

The admission criteria for BDS program includes passing in 10+2 with physics, chemistry and biology getting minimum 50% marks and also having NEET UG qualifying rank.

After your NEET result, according to your rank you can apply for the programmes through the website for Manipal Academy of Higher Education, MAHE


Manipal College of Dental Sciences - [MCODS] ,Manipal ,Karnataka

Placements

MCODS Manipal has excellent placement records of its students and the students are placed in various MultiNational Companies in India with highest package of undergraduates students are approx INR 3.8LPA and for POst Graduate student average package is approx INR 5LPA. 

Placement Rate

100%

Highest Package(BDS)

INR 3.8LPA

Average Package (MDS)

INR 5 LPA

Top Recruiters

Apollo Hospitals, Fortis, AIIMS

FAQS

At MCODS Manipal 100% placement  rate with almost every student getting placed every year in successful corporate hospitals and MCOs across the country, while 85% of the students get placed across India and abroad through campus interviews.

Yes, the colleges offer internships for their students and many of them get placements after their completion.

Manipal College of Dental Sciences - [MCODS] ,Manipal ,Karnataka

Infrastructure


MCODS Manipal has a very strong academic structure, well-equipped dental clinics, and excellent research laboratories,hostel facilities, library and sports facilities.

Facility

Details

Library

Houses 50,000+ books, digital resources, and journals.

Hostel

Separate hostels for boys and girls with modern amenities.

IT Infrastructure

Computer labs with high-speed internet and advanced software tools.

Sports Facilities

Basketball, tennis, badminton courts, and a gymnasium for fitness.


FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

Yes MCODS Manipal has numerous of recherch laboratories for the students and faculties.

Yes, MCODS Manipal provides both indoor and outdoor sports facilities.

Yes, MCODS Manipal offers a fellowship program with all the courses.