About Christian Dental College (CDC)
Founded in 1992, CDC is a private, minority-run institution affiliated with Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, and recognized by the Dental Council of India. Located on a 44-acre urban campus along Brown Road, Ludhiana, it boasts modern infrastructure—labs, clinical wards, library, sports areas, hostels, gym, and counselling services.
Latest Updates
NEET UG 2025: NEET UG scheduled for May 4, 2025. Admission to BDS will be via NEET + Punjab state counselling through BFUHS.
NIRF 2024 Ranking (Dental): Ranked #30 among government and private dental colleges in India.
Seat Intake: 40 seats for BDS (4½ years academic + 1-year internship).
Established: 1992
Type: Private, Christian minority dental college
Affiliation: BFUHS, Faridkot
Accreditation: Recognized by the Dental Council of India
Campus: 44 acres with contemporary educational and residential facilities
Seats: 40 BDS seats per batch
BDS Program Details
Duration: 4½ years of academic study + 1-year internship
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM & English, ≥ 50% aggregate (40% reserved categories), qualifying NEET UG.
Tuition Fee:
Government quota: ₹1.65 LPA
Management quota: ₹2.20 LPA
Hostel Fee: Approx. ₹80,000/year; separate hostels with Wi‑Fi, mess, and gym.
Internship: Rotational postings across Dentistry specialties during the 5th year.
BDS Curriculum & Practical Training
Year 1–2: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Histology, Preclinical Prosthodontics, Conservative Dentistry
Years 3–4: General Medicine & Surgery, Oral Pathology, Orthodontics, Periodontology, Oral Surgery—extensive clinical exposure
Internship: Rotations through departments like Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Public Health, etc.
Appear NEET UG 2025
Counselling by BFUHS/Punjab NEET (15% All-India, 85% State quota)
Choice filling on BFUHS portal
Seat allotment based on merit/NEET rank & quota
Admission confirmation at CDC Ludhiana
CDC BDS NEET Cutoff (BFUHS Punjab, 2023)
| Category | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (All‑India/State) | 56,356 | 81,045 | 58,776 |
| Christian Minority | 4,43,393 | — | — |
| SC | 4,14,419 | 5,96,929 | — |
| BC | 1,32,544 | 1,40,350 | — |
General-category cutoffs varied from ~56 k to 81 k rank in BFUHS rounds.
Placements & Career Prospects
Placement Rate: Over 90% BDS interns get clinical job offers or opt for practice.
Opportunities:
Private clinics & hospitals
Government dental surgeon roles
Further studies: MDS (NEET MDS), Public Health, Dental Administration
Salary Insights:
Average starting package: ₹5–6 LPA
Top recruiters: Local clinics, hospital OPDs, NGOs
NIRF 2024: Ranked #30 in Dental category.
Outlook / India Today / WEEK rankings: Paddy in top 10–12 private dental colleges in India.
Merit-Based Scholarships: For top performers in NEET & academics
Need-Based Assistance: Available via CDC / Christian minority grants
External Scholarships: State or central educational schemes
Campus Facilities
Academic institutes: Lecture halls, labs, digital library, OPDs
Hostels: Fully equipped with Wi‑Fi, gym, recreation, mess
Amenities: Cafeteria, central auditorium, sports facilities (volleyball, cricket, table‑tennis)
Student support: Mentoring, counselling, anti-ragging cell, community outreach camps
CDC Ludhiana - FAQs
Q1: What is the total fee for CDC BDS under management quota?
A: Approx. ₹11 Lakh over 5 years (₹2.2 L/year).
Q2: Is NEET UG mandatory for admission?
A: Yes, admission is strictly via NEET + BFUHS counselling.
Q3: What cutoff rank is needed for general category admission?
A: General category cutoff ranges ~56K–81K in BFUHS NEET rounds.
Q4: What are placement prospects after BDS?
A: Graduates typically join clinics or hospitals (₹5–6 LPA); many pursue MDS or government jobs. More than 90% placed.
