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There are no top recruiters at the Army College of Dental Sciences. As it is a dental science college, a few dental clinics visit the college for placements, including top dental clinics such as Clove. But, the teachers there try their best to help students get placed. The students can also get appointed in the Army Dental Corps. 

The average annual package for BDS graduates from the Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS) is reported to be around 3.5 Lacs as per the latest placement data. While the college does not offer direct placements, it equips students with practical training and skills to enhance their performance in interviews and professional roles. For MDS graduates, the median salary is slightly higher, at approximately 4.5 lakhs.

Hi Nishar,

At Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad, the placement outcomes vary between the BDS and MDS programs.

BDS Program:

• In the 2023 placement cycle, out of 36 BDS students, 19 secured placements.

• The median salary offered to BDS graduates was INR 3.5 Lacs per annum.

MDS Program:

• Out of 14 MDS students, 12 were placed in 2023.

• The median salary for MDS graduates stood at INR 4.5 Lacs per annum.

These figures indicate that MDS graduates tend to receive higher median salaries compared to BDS graduates.

Best regards.

The Army College of Dental Sciences cutoff list is expected to be released around the time of NEET UG counselling Round 2 seat allotment results, which is currently slated for 13th September, 2024.

For Army College of Dental Sciences, the NEET cutoff marks in 2023 were different for each category.

- General/EWS: Around 520-550 marks (approx. 97-99 percentile)  

- OBC/SC/ST: Lower, typically 250-400 marks (varies yearly)  

Important Notes:  

1. ACDS follows strict NEET-based admission (no management quota).  

2. Cutoffs change yearly based on competition (2023 saw higher scores).  

3. Army background candidates may get priority in some seats.

Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), mostly falls under tier 2 category institutes in India which offers dental education. This college is reputed among the children of army personnel and good in infrastructure and faculty.

As compared to the top most dental colleges of AIIMS network and some private institutions, ACDS usually does not have such a rank. However, it has acquired prestige in terms of education and clinical exposure, making this an excellent option for considering dental education especially for candidates who will be eligible through the Army quota.

No, the Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS) in Secunderabad does not refund registration and verification fees once paid.

The college advises candidates to check eligibility requirements before applying to ensure they understand their merit position.

No you cannot take admission into the MDS programme at Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS) without taking NEET; admission is strictly based on merit obtained in the NEET MDS exam, meaning you must qualify NEET to be eligible for admission to their MDS course.

All the latest updates regarding Army College of Dental Sciences admissions are as follows: NEET UG counselling 2024 Round 2 registration starts for admission to the MBBS, BDS, and BSc (Nursing) courses and the last date to apply is Sep 10, 2024. Further, the seat allotment result will be displayed on Sep 13, 2024.

The popular courses in Army College of Dental Sciences are:

1. Oral Medicine and Radiology.
2. Periodontics.
3. Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics.
4. Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry.
5. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
6. Prosthodontics Crown & Bridge.
7. Public Health Dentistry.
8. DADH and Oral Pathology.

Army College of Dental Sciences known for MDS Programme is holding good reputation. The college provisions a course with proper theoretical and clinical practice because preparing the student well for his/her professional career.

 ACDS has a strong faculty base and modern infrastructure and boasts to have a good number of clinical exposure opportunities. An affiliation with Army also adds a unique environment that develops discipline and professionalism among students.

 This structured learning atmosphere and robust training make ACDS MDS students option among those considering undertaking advanced education in dentistry.

Hi Nishar,

BDS Fees at Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS):

• Total Tuition Fee: INR 17.25 Lakhs for the entire course.

• Annual Tuition Fee: Approximately INR 3.42 Lakhs for the first year and INR 3.02 Lakhs for the subsequent three years.

Average Salary After BDS:

• Starting Salary: Approximately INR 3.5 Lakhs per annum. 

• Experienced Professionals: Can earn between INR 5–7 Lakhs per annum, depending on the role and location.?

Best regards.

Colleges commonly do not disclose the total fee structure of MDS (Masters of Dental Surgery) at the Army College of Dental Sciences.

But generally, MDS fee structures for almost all private dental colleges usually cost between INR 3 Lacs and INR 7 Lacs every year. Since ACDS is controlled by military institutions, there may be some different fee structures or rebates for the progeny of armed individual personnel; for the most precise and complete fee structure for MDS at ACDS, contact the admissions office directly or visit the official website of the college.