Master of Dental Surgery [MDS] (Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry)
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Fees
Fees at the University College of Medical Sciences for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program are reasonably affordable as it is a government institution. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 31,340 for the first year and approximately Rs. 25,750 for subsequent years, with an additional Rs. 25,750 during the internship period. This fee covers various charges such as university funds, student funds, and college development fees. Hostel and mess charges amount to approximately Rs.
30,000 annually. Scholarships are available for eligible students, including schemes for those from economically weaker sections and specific categories like SC, ST, and OBC. For example, the Post-Metric Scholarship Scheme for SC/ST/OBC offers Rs. 40,000, and the ONGC Meritorious Scholarship provides up to Rs. 48,000. Consequently, the total fee structure combined with internship stipends and available scholarships makes the program financially accessible.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from a recognised dental college, have completed the compulsory rotating internship, and be registered with a State Dental Council or the national dental regulator. Postgraduate dental seats in India are filled through the national entrance test for MDS admission, NEET MDS, followed by centralised counselling, so admission to this programme at University College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi is made through that route rather than by direct application to the college. The qualifying score, the counselling schedule, the seat matrix, any bond condition and the reservation rules change from year to year and should be confirmed from the official counselling notification and the college prospectus.
About Master of Dental Surgery [MDS] (Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry)
University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), New Delhi, offers MDS (Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry) as a 3-year postgraduate dental degree affiliated to the University of Delhi and recognised by the Dental Council of India (DCI). UCMS is a premier government medical and dental institution with clinical training at the attached Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital, Dilshad Garden, Delhi. The MDS programme provides training in paediatric dental care, preventive dentistry, interceptive orthodontics, pulp therapy in primary teeth, space management, and dental treatment under general anaesthesia at GTB Hospital's dental unit. Total fees for the 3-year programme are ₹2,19,000. Admission is through NEET-MDS. An external review site ranks UCMS 15th among India Dental Colleges in 2025. NEET-MDS 2026 was held on May 2, 2026. Results are expected in June 2026 (Tentative). MCC Dental counselling for MDS 2026-27 is tentatively expected in June-July 2026. Monitor mcc.nic.in for counselling schedule and seat allotment updates. Key Points MDS (Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry) at UCMS Delhi is a DCI-recognised programme at a top government institution; total 3-year fee is ₹2,19,000. Training is at GTB Hospital's dental unit in Delhi, providing a full range of clinical cases across the speciality. UCMS ranks 15th among India Dental Colleges (an external review site 2025); strong reputation for MDS placement in government teaching positions. MDS residents receive a stipend from GTB Hospital during the programme; confirm the current amount with UCMS. NEET-MDS cutoff for UCMS is among the most competitive for government dental colleges; AIQ closing rank for MDS Paediatrics was in the range of 82-204 in 2025. UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Fees MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Fee Structure Component Amount (INR) Annual Fee (per year) ₹73,000 Total Fees (3 years) ₹2,19,000 Total fee of ₹2,19,000 for the 3-year MDS programme as per the UCMS fee schedule (government-regulated, University of Delhi). Caution money deposit (refundable) is payable at admission in addition to the above; confirm the exact amount with the UCMS accounts office. Hostel fee is ₹40,200/year (optional); payable separately. MDS residents at GTB Hospital receive a monthly stipend; confirm the current amount with UCMS finance. UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Admission 2026 Important Dates Event Date NEET-MDS 2026 Registration Closes March 30, 2026 NEET-MDS 2026 Exam May 2, 2026 NEET-MDS 2026 Result June 2026 (Tentative) MCC Dental Counselling Round 1 June-July 2026 (Tentative) MDS Classes Commence at UCMS August 2026 (Tentative) Entrance Exam Dates Exam Registration End Exam Date Result NEET-MDS Mar 30, 2026 May 2, 2026 June 2026 (Tentative) NEET-MDS 2026 was held on May 2, 2026; results are expected in June 2026 (Tentative). MCC Dental counselling for 2026-27 is expected in June-July 2026. All MDS seats at UCMS are filled through MCC Dental counselling at mcc.nic.in. UCMS MDS is a DCI-approved programme; MDS degree holders are eligible for teaching positions at dental colleges and government dental officer posts. The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change. Eligibility Criteria BDS degree from a DCI-recognised institution with a valid dental council registration. One year of compulsory rotating internship completed on or before the date of joining. Valid NEET-MDS score; no upper age limit for PG dental admission. Admission Process Qualify NEET-MDS and obtain a valid scorecard from the National Board of Examinations. Register for MCC Dental PG counselling at mcc.nic.in during the counselling window. Fill in choices for MDS specialisation and institution during the online choice-filling phase. Participate in seat allotment rounds; download the provisional allotment letter. Report to UCMS on the allotted date with original BDS documents, internship completion certificate, dental council registration, and NEET-MDS scorecard. Pay the admission fee and commence MDS training at GTB Hospital dental unit. UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Scholarships 2026 MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Scholarships Available Scholarship Amount Eligibility Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships ₹12,000/year Top 20% in Class 12 Board; family income below ₹8 lakh/year; scholarships.gov.in Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities Variable Government of India norms; income-based; apply via scholarships.gov.in Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme ₹36,000/year (girls), ₹30,000/year (boys) Children of Ex-servicemen/Coast Guard; apply via ksb.gov.in University of Delhi Merit Scholarship Variable Merit-based; apply through Delhi University portal after admission Education Loan (IBA Model Scheme) Up to ₹20 lakh (unsecured); higher with collateral Nationalised banks; moratorium during course + 1 year; interest subsidy for income below ₹4.5 lakh/year National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship ₹12,000/year Class 8 merit exam; family income below ₹3.5 lakh/year; scholarships.gov.in Apply for central scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after admission; deadlines typically fall in October-November each year. Delhi government and DU scholarships are processed through the college accounts office; confirm current deadlines and course eligibility with the UCMS scholarship coordinator. Education loans covering the full course fee are available from nationalised banks; the government interest subsidy scheme covers loans up to ₹7.5 lakh for eligible categories. As mentioned, UCMS Delhi offers admission to MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry program based on NEET-MDS rank. UCMS Delhi NEET-MDS Cutoff 2025 rank is 204 for the General category. Check UCMS Delhi Cutoff UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Cutoff Year-wise Trends The section below shows year-wise trends in UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry program in 2025 was closed at the 204 rank across all categories. Catgories Cutoff rank 2025 General 82 - According to an external review site Ranking 2025, UCMS Delhi ranks 15 out of 338 colleges in India and 3 in state Delhi NCR for its MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry program. Read more on UCMS Delhi Rankings here UCMS Delhi MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry FAQs Ques. What is the total fee for MDS (Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry) at UCMS Delhi? Ans. The total fee for MDS (Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry) at UCMS Delhi is ₹2,19,000 for the full 3-year programme (₹73,000/year). A refundable caution money deposit is payable separately at admission. Hostel is optional at ₹40,200/year. MDS residents at GTB Hospital also receive a monthly stipend; confirm the current amount with UCMS. Ques. What NEET-MDS rank is needed for MDS Paediatrics at UCMS Delhi? Ans. UCMS Delhi is one of the top choices for MDS in government institutions. In NEET-MDS 2025, MCC AIQ counselling Round 3 closing rank for MDS Paediatrics & Preventive Dentistry at UCMS was in the range of 82-204 overall. Exact cutoffs vary by round and year; check mcc.nic.in rank-wise allotment data for current trend. Ques. Is the MDS at UCMS Delhi covered by MCC Dental counselling only? Ans. Yes. All MDS seats at UCMS Delhi are filled through the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) Dental counselling at mcc.nic.in. There is no separate state-level dental PG counselling for Delhi for UCMS seats. Candidates from all states can participate in MCC Dental counselling based on their NEET-MDS rank. Ques. What are the career options after MDS from UCMS Delhi? Ans. MDS graduates from UCMS are eligible for Senior Resident posts at government medical/dental colleges, Dental Officer posts in government hospitals, and faculty positions at BDS-granting dental colleges (as per DCI norms). UCMS MDS + GTB Hospital clinical exposure is well-regarded for competitive government recruitment exams. Private sector and overseas specialist dentistry are also viable options. Ques. Does UCMS Delhi provide hostel for MDS residents? Ans. Yes. UCMS Delhi provides hostel accommodation for PG dental residents. Hostel fee is ₹40,200/year (optional), payable separately from tuition. A refundable security deposit is required at allotment. Confirm availability and current charges with the UCMS hostel office.
