- Fee:NPR 2,019,580
Offering Colleges
The BDS programme consists of four & half years of full time study with one year of compulsory rotating internship. Seven Dental Colleges of Nepal offers Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course with affiliation from Tribhuvan University.
The programme has three major components.
• Integrated basic medical science
• Clinical Medical Science
• Clinical Dental Science
Students will also learn the dental Material Science Community Dentistry and pre-clinical laboratory techniques during first two years of the programme.In the third year and fourth year,students will be exposed to the clinical dentistry itself, which deals with various dental health problems from the essential perspective.Student will learn the essential knowledge, skills and techniques necessary for the practice of dentistry.
Objectives of the Program
On completion of the four and a half year of BDS program, the Dental Graduate should be able to:
- Demonstrate the understanding of principles and practice of modem dentistry with an in-depth knowledge of structure and functions of human body, normal and in diseases.
- Develop a holistic approach to the practice of modem dentistry
- Advance ones own knowledge and skills through higher education via continuing dental education programs and research.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary knowledge and skills.
- Possess qualities of a compassionate and socially accountable human being.
- Discharge job responsibilities with concern and care.
- Provide immediate management care to life threatening situations by self.
- Identify common dental health problems, manage them initially, ask opinion from seniors or refer to appropriate health institutions when required.
- Provide education to people on oral health and health related matters.
- Participate in immunization and dental health programs and in health camps.
- Communicate well with patient and patient's relatives by explaining matters known and refer them to appropriate persons when matters are not clear to self.
- Provide all information on matters of management of patients to the patient and the relatives.
- Identify medico legal dental cases and function as required.
- Develop a dental health care team-approach and give respect to all the other members of the team.
- Give due care to children, elder citizens and women.
- Provide dental health care by becoming aware of the ethos of dental ethics.
Salient Features
The objective of the Program
On completion of the four and a half year of BDS program, the Dental Graduate should be able to:
- Demonstrate the understanding of principles and practice of modem dentistry with an in-depth knowledge of structure and functions of the human body, normal and in diseases.
- Develop a holistic approach to the practice of modem dentistry
- Advance one's own knowledge and skills through higher education via continuing dental education programs and research.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary knowledge and skills.
- Possess qualities of a compassionate and socially accountable human being.
- Discharge job responsibilities with concern and care.
- Provide immediate management care to life-threatening situations by self.
- Identify common dental health problems, manage them initially, ask opinion from seniors or refer to appropriate health institutions when required.
- Provide education to people on oral health and health-related matters.
- Participate in immunization and dental health programs and in health camps.
- Communicate well with patient and patient's relatives by explaining matters known and refer them to appropriate persons when matters are not clear to self.
- Provide all information on matters of management of patients to the patient and the relatives.
- Identify medico-legal dental cases and function as required.
- Develop a dental health care team-approach and give respect to all the other members of the team.
- Give due care to children, elder citizens, and women.
- Provide dental health care by becoming aware of the ethos of dental ethics.
Government of Nepal, Ministry of Education Scholarships Quota (For the academic year 2074/75)
for BDS Program of Tribhuvan University
Names of the Medical College |
Scholarships Seats In BDS Program |
Chitwan Medical College, Bharatpur |
4 |
Gandaki Medical College, Kaski, Pokhara |
3 |
KIST Medical College, Imadole, Lalitpur |
5 |
MB Kedia Dental College, Birgunj |
3 |
Peoples Dental College, Kathmandu |
5 |
Universal College of Medical Sciences, Bhairahawa |
5 |
TOTAL |
25 |
Eligibility
- Passed 10+2 Science or equivalent (with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) with 50% aggregate in total marks or CGPA 2.4 OR
- Secured the Percentage equivalent to the above eligibility in regards to the certificate level programs (A-Level) with different grading system OR
- Applicants who have passed the Health Science Proficiency Certificate Level/Diploma (General Medicine, Medical Lab Technology, Ophthalmic Science, Dental Science, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Radiography, Physiotherapy) containing Physics, Chemistry, and Biology With Certificate of Equivalence to Grade 12 Science program from National Examination Board AND
- Secured at least 50% aggregate in total marks both in Diploma and the Examination for equivalence AND
- Registered in Nepal Health Professional council or Nepal Pharmacy Council or Nepal Ayurveda Councils per related educational program.
Admission Criteria
Provisions for Admission Process
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In order to pass the integrated admission process, a minimum of 50 percentile should be obtained.
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One mark will be awarded for each correct answer and marks will be deducted at the rate of 0.25 for each wrong answer.
Candidates who have been successfully selected in the admission process will have to submit the following original and 1/1 photocopy of the following documents to the concerned educational institution at the time of admission.
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Certificate of qualification, Transcript and Character Certificate of 10+2 and SLC/SEE or Equivalent.
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Copy of Citizenship / Passport.
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Admit card of the Entrance Examination.
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Documents submitted for reservation.
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Certificate of Equivalence for the students with certificates from foreign institutions.
*Foreign candidates wishing to study in the vacated seat for foreign students must fill in the online application form mentioning the academic program of their choice within the time limit mentioned in this notice.
Provisions for Scholarships
As per Rule 20 of the National Medical Education Rules, 2077, out of the total scholarship seats to be awarded to the Government of Nepal at the undergraduate level, 55 percent of the seats will be distributed through open competition and 45 percent of the seats will be distributed on the basis of the following:
Female |
33% |
Dalit |
9% |
Aadibasi janajati |
15% |
Khas Aryan |
17% |
Madhesi |
12% |
Tharu |
4% |
Muslim |
2% |
Candidates from Backwarded community |
4% |
Disabled |
2% |
Families of martyrs, families of disappeared persons, families of injured warriors and conflict victims |
2% |
Examination Format:
Question Type: Single best response type of multiple-choice questionsOption:Four Options (A,B, C,D)Number of Questions: 200Full marks:200Cognitive Ratio:Recall:Understanding:Application-30:50:20Duration: 3 hours
Weightage
S.N. |
Content/Domain |
Question |
a. |
Zoology |
40 |
1. |
Biology, origin, and evolution of life |
4 |
2. |
General characteristics and classification of protozoa to Chordata. |
8 |
3. |
Plasmodium, earthworm, and frog, |
8 |
4. |
Human biology and human diseases |
14 |
5. |
Animal tissues |
4 |
6. |
Environmental pollution, adaptation and animal behavior, application of zoology |
2 |
b. |
Botany |
40 |
7. |
The basic component of life and biodiversity |
11 |
8. |
Ecology and environment |
5 |
9. |
Cell biology and genetics |
12 |
10. |
Anatomy and physiology |
7 |
11. |
Developmental and applied botany |
5 |
c. |
Chemistry |
50 |
12. |
General and physical chemistry |
18 |
13. |
Inorganic chemistry |
14 |
14. |
Organic chemistry |
18 |
d. |
Physics |
50 |
15. |
Mechanics |
10 |
16. |
Heat and thermodynamics |
6 |
S.N. |
Content/Domain |
Question |
17. |
Geometrical optics and physical optics |
6 |
18. |
Current electricity and magnetism |
9 |
19. |
Sound waves, electrostatics, and capacitors |
6 |
20. |
Modern physics and nuclear physics |
6 |
21. |
Solid and semiconductor devices (electronics) |
4 |
22. |
Particle physics, source of energy, and universe |
3 |
e. |
Mental AgilityTest(MAT) |
20 |
23. |
Verbal reasoning |
5 |
24. |
Numerical reasoning |
5 |
25. |
Logical sequencing |
5 |
26. |
Spatial relation/Abstract reasoning |
5 |
Total |
200 |
Prospect Careers
Curricular Structure
Curriculum Structure: Bachelor in Dental Surgery (BDS): Tribhuvan University
FIRST YEAR |
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Full Marks |
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Subjects |
Asst. |
Final |
PAPER I / Theory Integrated Basic Medical Sciences-General Concepts; Anatomy (Including Embryology, Histology, Genetics & Anthropology), Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology & Pharmacology. |
40 |
160 |
PAPER II / Theory Integrated Basic Medical Sciences (Neurosensory System, Musculoskeletal System). |
20 |
80 |
PAPER III / Practical Integrated Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology & Pharmacology). |
X |
275 |
PAPER IV / Theory Dental Material Science. |
20 |
80 |
PAPER IV / Practical Dental Material Science. |
X |
50 |
SECOND YEAR |
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Subjects |
Full Marks |
|
Asst. |
Final |
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PAPER V / Theory Integrated Basic Medical Sciences- (Respi/Cardio/Gastro System) |
40 |
160 |
PAPER VI / Theory Integrated Basic Medical Sciences- (Reproductive/Endocrine/Metabolic System/Renal Electrolyte System) |
20 |
80 |
PAPER VII / Practical Integrated Basic Medical Sciences- (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacology & Pathology) |
x |
275 |
PAPER VIII / Theory Oral Anatomy |
10 |
40 |
PAPER VIII / Practical Oral Anatomy |
x |
50 |
Pre-Clinical Prosthodontics IX Practical |
x |
100 |
Pre-Clinical Operative X Practical |
x |
100 |
THIRD YEAR |
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Full Marks |
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Subjects |
Asst. |
Final |
General Medicine XI Theory |
20 |
80 |
General Medicine XI Practical |
X |
100 |
General Surgery + Anaesthesiology XII Theory |
20 |
80 |
General Surgery + Anaesthesiology XII Practical |
X |
150 |
Oral Pathology XIII Theory |
20 |
80 |
Oral Pathology XIII Practical |
X |
100 |
Forensic Dentistry XIV Theory |
20 |
80 |
Forensic Dentistry XIV Practical |
X |
100 |
FOURTH YEAR FIRST PHASE |
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Subjects |
Full Marks |
|
Asst. |
Final |
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Oral Medicine & Radiology XV Theory |
20 |
80 |
Oral Medicine & Radiology XV Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
Orthodontics XVI Theory |
20 |
80 |
Orthodontics XVI Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
Pedodontics XVII Theory |
20 |
80 |
Pedodontics XVII Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
Community Dentistry XVIII Theory |
20 |
80 |
Community Dentistry XVIII Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
FOURTH YEAR SECOND PHASE |
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Subjects |
Full Marks |
|
Asst. |
Final |
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Prosthodontics XIX Theory |
20 |
80 |
Prosthodontics XIX Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics XX Theory |
20 |
80 |
Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics XX Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
Oral Surgery XXI Theory |
20 |
80 |
Oral Surgery XXI Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |
Periodontics XXII Theory |
20 |
80 |
Periodontics XXII Clinical/Oral |
x |
100 |