Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital

Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital (NPDCH), a constituent unit of Sankalchand Patel University, continues to be a premier dental education hub in North Gujarat for the academic year 2026. Established in 2006, the college is recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

• Location: Visnagar, Mahesana, Gujarat.
• Affiliation: Sankalchand Patel University (SPU).
• Accreditation: NAAC Accredited with 'A' Grade.
• Campus: Sprawling 85-acre university campus with state-of-the-art clinical facilities.
• Patient Flow: High clinical exposure due to its proximity to the industrial and agricultural belts of Mahesana and Unjha.
• Hospital: Attached to a multi-specialty general hospital ensuring holistic medical exposure.

The college offers comprehensive dental education programs with a focus on clinical proficiency and research. The most sought-after programs for 2026 include:

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS): A 5-year undergraduate program (including 1 year of compulsory rotatory internship).
• Master of Dental Surgery (MDS): Offered in 9 specializations, including:
  • Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
  • Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
  • Periodontology
  • Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry

Admission to NPDCH is strictly based on national-level entrance examinations and the centralized counseling process conducted by the Government of Gujarat.

Candidates must qualify for the NEET examination and participate in the ACPUGMEC (Admission Committee for Professional Under Graduate Medical Educational Courses) counseling for state-quota and management-quota seats.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The 2026 cutoffs will depend on the difficulty of the NEET exam and the number of applicants. Expected trends based on previous years:

• BDS (General Category): 50th Percentile (Expected NEET score 350-450 for State Quota).
• BDS (Reserved Categories): 40th Percentile (Expected NEET score 120-300).
• MDS: Highly competitive for clinical branches like Oral Surgery and Conservative Dentistry, requiring a high rank in NEET MDS.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

Placements in dentistry typically involve clinical practice, higher studies, or government service. For the 2025 batch:

• Clinical Practice: 70% of graduates started their private practice or joined established clinics in Mahesana, Ahmedabad, and Gandhinagar.
• Hospital Placements: Several students were recruited by corporate hospital chains like Apollo and CIMS.
• Higher Studies: Approximately 20% of BDS graduates successfully cleared NEET MDS for postgraduate admissions.
• Average Starting Salary: INR 3.5 LPA to INR 6 LPA for freshers in private sectors.

The college facilitates various government and institutional scholarships to support meritorious and needy students:

• MYSY (Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana): For students scoring 80+ percentile in 12th science.
• Digital Gujarat Scholarships: Available for SC/ST/OBC/EBC categories as per government norms.
• Sankalchand Patel University Merit Scholarship: Awarded to university toppers.
• PMSSS: Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme for J&K students.

Beyond the standard BDS, several MDS specializations are highly popular at NPDCH:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Known for advanced trauma and pathology cases.
• Orthodontics: High demand for cosmetic dental treatments in the Mahesana region.
• Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics: Focused on root canal treatments and restorative work.
• Public Health Dentistry: Engaging with the local community through mobile dental vans.

The fee structure is regulated by the Fee Regulatory Committee (FRC) of Gujarat. Estimated fees for 2026:

Note: Fees are subject to revision by the FRC.

The application process is primarily online through the state counseling portal:

1. Register for NEET UG/MDS 2026 on the NTA/NBEMS website.
2. After results, register on the medadmgujarat.org portal for Gujarat state counseling.
3. Purchase the PIN and complete the online registration.
4. Participate in document verification at designated help centers (NPDCH often serves as one).
5. Fill choices online, selecting Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College as the preferred choice.
6. Report to the college with the allotment letter and original documents.

NPDCH boasts a modern infrastructure designed for medical excellence:

• Dental Clinics: Over 250 high-end dental chairs with specialized units for each department.
• Laboratories: Advanced Ceramic and Cast Partial labs.
• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi, laundry, and 24/7 security.
• Library: A digital library with access to EbscoHost and various dental databases.
• Auditorium: A centrally air-conditioned auditorium for seminars and CDE programs.

The college is divided into 9 specialized departments:

• Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology
• Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Department of Prosthodontics
• Department of Periodontology
• Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
• Department of Orthodontics
• Department of Pedodontics
• Department of Public Health Dentistry
• Department of Oral Pathology