Government Dental College (GDC), Bangalore News & Updates 2026: Notifications, Notice, Result

DNB Admissions 2025: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has extended the last date for the submission of the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the Sponsored DNB Admissions 2025. As per the updated notice published by the NBEMS, the eligible candidates have the leeway to submit the NOC on or before February 7, 2026.

Supreme Court Regularize BDS 2016-17 Admission: The Supreme Court has provided major relief to students who were admitted to Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) courses in private dental colleges in Rajasthan during the NEET UG 2016–17 academic year. These students were admitted after the relaxation of the minimum qualifying percentile in NEET, which later came under legal challenge. Considering that the students had already completed their course and obtained degrees, the apex court decided to regularise their admissions to avoid causing further hardship to them.

Currently, the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course is one of the most popular medical courses in India. After completing BDS, most students look forward to starting their careers either in private clinics or government jobs. After the course completion, the student must be wondering what salary will be offered to them after the course. Fresh BDS graduates in India can earn up to INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 in government sectors. In private hospitals and clinics, the earning potential is even higher, between INR 25,000 and INR 50,000. The article deals with the latest BDS salary in India, considering government/ private job roles and years of experience. 

Also Check - Can BDS graduates open a dental clinic?

BDS graduates in India can open dental clinics after completing their degree in India. However, they must have completed a one-year internship, and registered with the State Dental Council to operate a dental clinic legally. This makes them qualify as a Registered Dental Practitioner under the Dentists Act, 1948, allowing them to practice independently without having an MDS degree. This article explains the eligibility requirements, career prospects for those who wish to open a private dental clinic after a BDS course in India. 

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