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In this article, I will share complete details about Deemed Dental Colleges in India.
As of 2026, there are 34 Deemed Dental Colleges in India, recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) (now NDC) and the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). These colleges offer a total of 3,290 BDS seats and 1,113 MDS seats.
Quick Data:
- Total Deemed Dental colleges in India: 34
- BDS Deemed university seat matrix: 3,290
- MDS Deemed university seat matrix: 1,113
Contents
List of Deemed Dental Colleges in India
| S. No. | Deemed Dental Colleges Name | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | K.M. Shah Dental College and Hospital | Gujarat |
| 2 | Manav Rachna Dental College | Haryana |
| 3 | MM College of Dental Sciences and Research, Mullana (MMU) | Haryana |
| 4 | A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences | Karnataka |
| 5 | JSS Dental College and Hospital | Karnataka |
| 6 | KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences | Karnataka |
| 7 | Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS), Manipal | Karnataka |
| 8 | Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore | Karnataka |
| 9 | Sri Siddhartha Dental College | Karnataka |
| 10 | Yenepoya Dental College | Karnataka |
| 11 | Amrita School of Dentistry | Kerala |
| 12 | Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College, Pune | Maharashtra |
| 13 | Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai | Maharashtra |
| 14 | Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital, Sangli | Maharashtra |
| 15 | Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai | Maharashtra |
| 16 | Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Pune | Maharashtra |
| 17 | Rural Dental College, Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni | Maharashtra |
| 18 | School of Dental Sciences, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad | Maharashtra |
| 19 | Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute, Wardha | Maharashtra |
| 20 | Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
| 21 | Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
| 22 | Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences | Puducherry |
| 23 | Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu |
| 24 | Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu |
| 25 | Saveetha Dental College | Tamil Nadu |
| 26 | Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu |
| 27 | Sri Ramachandra Dental College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu |
| 28 | SRM Dental College, Ramapuram | Tamil Nadu |
| 29 | SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu |
| 30 | Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital | Tamil Nadu |
| 31 | VMS Dental College | Tamil Nadu |
| 32 | Malla Reddy Dental College for Women | Telangana |
| 33 | Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences | Telangana |
| 34 | Santosh Dental College and Hospital | Uttar Pradesh |
As of 2026, there are 34 Deemed Dental Colleges in India, recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) (now NDC) and included in MCC counselling for BDS and MDS admissions. In comparison, there were only 32 deemed dental colleges in 2024. The Malla Reddy Dental College for Women and the Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences, both located in Hyderabad, Telangana, were newly granted Deemed-to-be University status in 2025, bringing the total count to 34.
Among all states, Tamil Nadu has the highest number of deemed dental colleges, with a total of 9 institutions, followed by Maharashtra with 8 deemed dental colleges.
Currently, the total number of BDS seats across these deemed universities is 3,290, all of which are filled through All India NEET UG MCC counselling. For postgraduate studies, 1,113 MDS seats are available across these institutions and are included in the All-India MDS seat matrix released by MCC.
Wrap up
With 34 Deemed Dental Colleges now recognized across India in 2026, understanding your options has never been more crucial. These institutions play a significant role in shaping the future of thousands of dental aspirants each year — offering over 3,290 BDS and 1,113 MDS seats through MCC counselling.
Whether you’re targeting top institutions like Manipal, Saveetha, or Sri Ramachandra — or looking for newer additions like Malla Reddy — it’s essential to make data-backed decisions during the NEET UG counselling process.
Also Read for MDS Aspirants:
- MDS Admission in Deemed University: Complete Guide
- NEET MDS MCC Counselling: Complete Guide with Strategy
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FAQs
How many total deemed dental colleges are there in India?
The Dental Council of India (DCI) and the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) recognize 34 Deemed Dental Colleges in India. These colleges offer 3,290 BDS seats and 1,113 MDS seats.
Do Deemed dental colleges give stipend?
Yes, Deemed dental colleges mostly give stipends for MDS. Very few colleges offer stipends for BDS.
