About GDC Mumbai
Government Dental College & Hospital Mumbai, located adjacent to St George’s Hospital (CST area), is one of India’s oldest and most prestigious government dental institutions. The college focuses on clinical training, research, and community healthcare delivery
Latest Updates
NEET UG 2025: Scheduled for May 4, 2025; counseling through MCC and Maharashtra state quota expected in August–September 2025
NIRF Ranking 2024: Ranked 25th in dental colleges nationally
India Today Mumbai 2024: Ranked 1st in Mumbai, and 3rd at national level by The Week
Type: Government Dental College
Accreditation: DCI, MUHS
Seat Intake (BDS): 125
Campus & Facilities:
Library (~9,700 books, 30+ journals)
Well‑equipped labs, seminar halls, auditorium (450 seats)
Gym, cafeteria, hostels, indoor/outdoor sports
Duration: 5 years (4-year academic + 1-year compulsory internship) .
Eligibility:
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English; ≥50% marks (40% for reserved categories)
Qualifying NEET UG score required
Seats: Around 100 BDS seats per academic year
Annual Tuition Fee:
₹82,100 (1st year) to ₹82,100 consistently through 4 years
One-time miscellaneous fee ₹3,000; total ~₹84,100 annually
Total Academic Fee: Approx ₹3.36 L over 4 years; total around ₹4.2 L including internship and misc.
Hostel Fee: ₹1,500–9,600/year (~₹7,000/year average) .
BDS Curriculum & Clinical Training
Structure:
1st Year: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Dental Anatomy
2nd Year: Pathology, Pharmacology, Dental Material, Prosthodontics, Conservative Dentistry
3rd & 4th Years: Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontology, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Public Health Dentistry
Internship Disciplines: Rotations in Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Conservative Dentistry, Public Health, Oral Medicine, etc.
Clinical Exposure: Daily OPDs with 200+ patient load in Periodontics dept., modern electronic dental chair facilities, and lab resources
NEET UG 2025: Score qualifies you for counselling.
MCC Counselling: All-India seats (15% AIQ) via MCC portal.
Maharashtra CET Cell Counselling: State quota (85%). Seat allotment based on NEET score, category, and preferences.
Seat Confirmation: Complete formalities at college with fee payment and document verification.
Start of Program: Academics followed by mandatory internship in final year.
Maharashtra State Quota (Round 1 Closing Ranks)
| Category | Closing Rank (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| General | 51,720 |
| OBC | 35,240 |
| EWS | 41,457 |
| Opening ranks vary; based on Collegedunia data |
NEET cutoff marks around 624 for General, 524 for SC/ST/OBC in 2022
All-India Quota closing rank ~30,235 for EWS in Maharashtra .
Internship & Practical Experience
Internship Stipend:
Government dental colleges in Maharashtra typically offer modest stipends (~₹7,000–18,000/month)
Clinical Exposure: High patient inflow from Mumbai affords extensive hands-on experience – a major advantage over private colleges.
Placements & Career Prospects
Top Recruiters: Apollo, Fortis, private dental clinics across Mumbai & India
Graduates Pathways:
Clinical practice in government or private sectors 🌱.
Postgraduate MDS via NEET MDS.
Academic roles in dental institutions.
Media discussions suggest clinical BDS jobs post-MDS have moderate competition.
Reddit Insight: Students highlight stress in job opportunities with caution: > “In govt college…hands down one of the best…clinical practice remains best goal.”
NIRF 2024: 25th in dental colleges
India Today (2024): 1st in Mumbai, 6th nationally
The Week: 3rd out of 42 all-India dental colleges
Outlook: Among Top 3 dental colleges in India for 7 consecutive years
Government Scholarships: Reserved category waivers, state scholarships, and central merit scholarships.
Merit-Based Grants: Offered through college to enable financially-challenged students.
Fee Exemptions: Nominal fees for SC/ST/OBC, per Maharashtra state policy.
Campus Facilities
Clinical Facilities: Departments include Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Pedodontics, Endodontics, etc., with modern dental chairs and digital X-rays
Preclinical & Research Labs: Well-equipped labs supporting early hands-on training
Library: Extensive physical and digital collection of dental journals and textbooks
Hostels: Separate men’s/women’s hostels with Wi‑Fi, recreational areas, and 24×7 security .
Sports & Student Activities: Courts for basketball, badminton, volleyball; seminar halls and auditorium for events
Canteen & Amenities: Hygienic cafeteria onsite; campus located in Mumbai offers urban comfort and connectivity.
GDC Mumbai - FAQs
Q1: What is the NEET cutoff for GDC Mumbai?
A: General category cutoff rank ~51,720 (Maharashtra state), ~30,000 (AIQ), with NEET mark approx 624
Q2: How much do BDS students pay per year (tuition + hostel)?
A: ~₹84,100 tuition + ~₹7,000 hostel = ₹91,100/year .
Q3: Do BDS interns receive stipends?
A: Yes, government colleges in Maharashtra generally offer stipend (~₹7,000–18,000/month) during internship
Q4: How good is clinical exposure at GDC Mumbai?
A: Very high – due to large patient inflow in Mumbai, government college; often preferred over private alternatives
Q5: What are the job prospects post-BDS?
A: Graduates work in government/private clinics, pursue MDS, academia, or specialist roles. Competition is significant but manageable with MDS qualification.
