Government Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram (GDC Thiruvananthapuram), was established in 1959 and is affiliated to the University of Kerala.
Recognised by the Dental Council of India, GDC Thiruvananthapuram offers 1 undergraduate (UG), 8 postgraduate (PG), 3 diploma (DIP) and 1 doctorate (PhD) courses for students to pursue. The UG course at GDC Thiruvananthapuram is for the degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS); while the PG courses are for Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) with different specialisations. Students need to qualify NEET examination to be eligible for the UG and PG courses at GDC Thiruvananthapuram.
The highly qualified faculty at GDC Thiruvananthapuram works tirelessly to impart quality education and aims for an atmosphere that is academic, professional, and safe for the students.
GDC Thiruvananthapuram, provides the necessary infrastructural support to ensure the all-round development of the students. Regular classes at GDC Thiruvananthapuram, take place in spacious classrooms, while the practical sessions are conducted in course-specific specialised laboratories. The Library at GDC Thiruvananthapuram, has an extensive collection of books, periodicals, and other educational resources for the scholars to avail themselves.
Highlights
DCI
Dental - Rank 21
Admission Procedure
Government Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram provides courses under the branches of BDS, MDS, Ph.D, and Diploma. For admission into the undergraduate BDS programme, candidates must pass 10+2 with science stream from a recognised board and acquire the necessary marks/grade in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). For admission into the postgraduate MDS programme, candidates must graduate BDS from a recognised university and acquire the necessary marks/grade in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for MDS (NEET-MDS). For admission into UG-Diploma programmes, candidates must pass 10+2 with science stream from a recognised board. For admission into Ph.D programmes candidates must complete their Master's in Dental sciences and acquire the required marks in the eligibility test conducted by University of Kerala.
Faculty
The faculty of Government Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram consists of competent professionals who are highly experienced in their respective disciplines. They are the backbone of the instituiton that uphold educational value and impart industry-relevant knowledge and skills. Under their constant guidance and support students achieve new heights.
Contact Details
Thiruvananthapuram-695011
0471 2528902
principalgdctvm@gmail.com
Latest Updates: 17th September, 2024
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