Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal

Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal (MCODS, Manipal) stands as one of India's premier dental education institutions, established in 1987 under Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Located in the picturesque university town of Manipal, Karnataka, this Private Deemed University has consistently maintained its position as a leading dental college in the country. The institution holds Rank 2 in the NIRF Dental Rankings 2025 and has earned recognition from the Dental Council of India (DCI), along with accreditation from NAAC with an A+ grade. MCODS, Manipal offers comprehensive dental education programmes across multiple levels including Undergraduate (Bachelor of Dental Surgery - BDS), Postgraduate (Master of Dental Surgery - MDS in various specialisations), PhD programmes in dental research, and Fellowship programmes. The college provides admissions through NEET-UG for BDS and NEET-MDS for postgraduate programmes, ensuring meritorious student selection. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, experienced faculty, and a patient-centric approach, MCODS, Manipal has trained thousands of dental professionals who now serve across India and globally. The institution is renowned for its advanced clinical training facilities, research contributions to dental sciences, and commitment to community oral health initiatives that reach underserved populations.