About KIIT & KIDS
KIIT is a private deemed university, founded in 1992, with a sprawling 6117-acre urban campus in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. It offers diverse programs across engineering, medical, management, law, and dental sciences. KIDS is KIIT’s dedicated dental college and carries the same robust institutional backing.
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NEET UG 2025: Crucial for BDS admissions — expected in early May; begin preparing now.
As part of KIIT deemed university, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS) was established in 2007 as the institute for Dental Sciences.
Established: 2007 (as part of KIIT)
Type: Deemed-to-be-University (Dental Institute)
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Accreditations: UGC, NAAC, Dental Council of India (DCI)
Campus Size: Part of 6117-acre KIIT campus
NIRF Rankings: Dental sciences ranked ~22nd in India (2024)
Seat Intake: 100 BDS seats per year
BDS Program Details
Duration: 5 years (4.5 years academic + 1 year compulsory internship)
Eligibility:
10+2 with PCB & English
Minimum 50% (40% for reserved categories)
Valid NEET UG score
Annual Tuition Fee: ₹6.5 Lakhs (₹6,50,000)
Total Tuition: Approx. ₹32.5 Lakhs over 5 years
Registration & Exam Fees: ₹1,000 each per year
Follows DCI-regulated syllabus covering:
Pre-clinical years: Oral Anatomy, Dental Materials, Oral Histology
Clinical years: Oral Pathology, Conservative Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Paedodontics, Oral Surgery, etc.
Emphasizes hands-on training in state-of-the-art clinics and dental hospital attached to KIDS
Students engage in patient care, community dental camps, and research activities.
Appear & qualify NEET UG 2025.
Apply via MCC/state counselling for deemed universities.
Select KIIT (KIDS) during online counselling.
Seat allotment based on NEET rank and category.
- Complete admission formalities at KIDS.
Application opening:
Phase 1 KIITEE BDS on April 16–20,
Phase 2 on June 14–18,
Phase 3 on July 6–8 (tentative dates for entrance testing).
NEET UG 2025 Cutoff (Expected)
General/EWS: 50th percentile (approx. 720–164 marks)
OBC/SC/ST: 40th percentile (approx. 163–129 marks)
Actual cutoffs may vary depending on NEET UG 2025 results and seat availability.
Internship: One-year paid internship rotating through essential dental departments. Stipends among the highest in India.
Career Scope: 100% graduate employment via internships. Career options include:
Clinical dentist (hospital/private clinic)
Higher education (MDS/MS in specialties)
Research & academia
Dental healthcare management
NIRF (Overall University): Ranked 16th among universities in India (NIRF 2023)
NIRF (Dental Category): Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS) ranked 22nd in India (2023)
Times Higher Education (THE): Ranked in 601–800 globally for University Impact Rankings
QS Asia Rankings: KIIT features among the top private universities in India
Accreditations:
NAAC ‘A++’ Grade
DCI Approved for Dental Programs
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
KIIT’s consistent rankings reflect its academic excellence, global recognition, and robust student-centric infrastructure — with KIDS being a standout in dental education nationally.
Merit-based and need-based scholarships for top-performing & financially challenged students.
Research grants and awards offered by KIIT and KIDS.
Campus Facilities
KIIT campus offers advanced dental clinics, labs, central library, Wi‑Fi, sports, gym & medical center.
Student reviews highlight excellent faculty, updated facilities, and vibrant campus life.
Annual events and student societies enrich inter-disciplinary exposure.
KIDS (KIIT BDS) - FAQs
Q1: What is the total BDS fee at KIIT?
A: Annual tuition of ₹6.5 Lakh, totalling approx. ₹32.5 Lakh over 5 years.
Q2: Is NEET UG mandatory?
A: Yes, NEET UG 2025 qualification is required; KIITEE is used only for other UG courses.
Q3: How many BDS seats are available?
A: 100 seats per year as per DCI norms.
Q4: Are internships paid?
A: Yes—students receive stipends, considered among the best in Indian dental colleges.
Q5: What are placement opportunities after BDS?
A: Mostly through clinical internships. Entry-level salaries are modest, but experienced dentists and specialists earn significantly more.
