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DCI Remark
As per GOI letter No.V12025/124/2022-DE dated 10.01.2023, the PG Diploma (DM) with 3 seats has been discontinued from the Academic session 2022-23
BDS Intake
100
Dental Chairs
284
2.8 per student · 2014-15
The college is affiliated with Manipal University, Manipal. Founded in 1965, it has over 60 years in dental education. MDS programs include Orthodonitics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics and Periodontology.
The attached hospital is Kasturba Medical College and Hospital, Manipal (Attached with Medical College). It ranks 5th in the NIRF 2025 Dental Rankings with a score of 70.58. Hostel accommodation is available for 631 students.
University
Manipal University, Manipal
Hospital
Kasturba Medical College and Hospital, Manipal (Attached with Medical College)
Admin Authority
University
Campus Area
1,27,270 sq ft (2.9 acres)
NIRF Rank
#5 (Score: 70.58) — 2025
| Specialty | Permitted | Admitted |
|---|---|---|
| Orthodonitics & Dentofacial Orthopedics | 3 | 3 |
| Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics | 6 | 6 |
| Periodontology | 6 | 6 |
| Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge | 6 | 6 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 3 | 3 |
| Oral Medicine & Radiology | 3 | 3 |
| Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology | 3 | 0 |
| Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry | 3 | 3 |
| Public Health Dentistry | 2 | 2 |
Boys' Hostel
244 capacity
Girls' Hostel
387 capacity
College data sourced from Dental Council of India and NIRF Rankings