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Overview

Official Name: S.M.B.T. Dental College & Hospital, Sangamner
Short Names: SMBT Dental College Sangamner, SMBT Dental College Maharashtra
Type: Private Dental College, Affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik
Year Established: 2007
Location: Sangamner, Ahmednagar District, Maharashtra, India
Campuses: Single main campus
Approvals: Approved by Dental Council of India (DCI), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India; Affiliated with Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
NAAC grade and NIRF rankings not available as of 2024-06-10
Official Website: https://smbtdental.org/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Late Hon. Shri Shankarrao Mohite Patil
• Principal: Dr. Rajashree R. Muley
• Student Strength: Approx. 300+ (BDS & MDS students)
• Departments/Faculty: 5+ clinical and basic science departments
• Contact: Phone: +91-2425-230022, Email: smbtdental@gmail.com
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-10
• NIRF Ranking: Not listed on NIRF 2023

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Dental Sciences
• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Duration: 4 Years + 1 Year Internship, Mode: Regular
• Postgraduate: Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in multiple specialities (Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Conservative Dentistry), Duration: 3 Years, Mode: Regular
• PhD Programs: Not available on official site
• Intake: BDS approx. 100 seats/year; MDS varies by speciality

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance-based merit admission
• Accepted Exams: NEET UG for BDS, NEET PG for MDS (All India Entrance Tests conducted by NTA)
• Admission Timeline: NEET results in June; counseling July-August; academic session begins August/September
• Application Process: Apply through centralized admission counseling by Directorate of Medical Education & Research (DMER), Maharashtra; Online application via Maharashtra CET Cell portal
• Official Admission Info: SMBT Dental College Admission (for institute-specific details)

Eligibility

• BDS: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology; Minimum 50% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories); Age 17+ years as on December 31 of admission year
• MDS: BDS degree from recognized dental college with minimum 50% marks; Registration with State Dental Council mandatory
• Documents Required: NEET scorecard, Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, Domicile certificate (if applicable), Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), ID proof

Fee & Scholarships

• Fee Range: Approx. ₹4,00,000 - ₹6,00,000 per annum (including tuition and hospital fees)
• Hostel Fees: ₹50,000 - ₹1,00,000 per annum depending on accommodation type
• Scholarships: Available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students via Maharashtra Social Justice Dept and Government of India; Merit-based scholarships at institute level
  Official Fee & Scholarship Details

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Data not published on official sources
• Average/Highest CTC: Not available
• Recruiters: Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Academic Institutions
• Placement Cell: SMBT Placement & Training Cell, Contact via institute website
• Internships: Compulsory 1-year rotatory internship in attached dental hospital

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate for boys and girls with mess facilities
• Library: Well-stocked with latest dental journals and books
• Labs: Advanced dental labs with latest equipment like dental chairs, simulators
• Sports & Recreation: Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
• Healthcare: On-campus health center with medical staff
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide Wi-Fi; college buses available for students
• Clubs & Fests: Cultural, sports and academic clubs; Annual festivals organized

Faculty & Research

• Faculty: Experienced dentists with postgraduate and doctoral qualifications
• Research Centres: Dental research labs focused on clinical and applied dentistry
• Grants & Patents: Not disclosed publicly
• MoUs: Collaboration with regional hospitals and dental organizations

Rankings

• NIRF: Not ranked in Dental or Medical category for 2023
• NAAC: Grade not available
• Other Rankings: India Today, QS etc. - Not available

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Cut-offs: Published on Maharashtra CET cell & NEET counseling portals
• Seat Matrix: BDS – 100 seats (General + Reserved categories as per govt. norms)
• Official Cut-offs: Maharashtra CET Cell - NEET Cut-offs

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Pune Airport (approx. 115 km)
  Nearest Railway Station: Sangamner Railway Station (connected via road transport)
• Local Transit: State transport buses, autorickshaws from Sangamner city center to college campus

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission criteria for BDS at SMBT Dental College?
   A: Admission is based on NEET UG score followed by centralized counseling through Maharashtra CET Cell.
2. Q: Does SMBT offer postgraduate dental courses?
   A: Yes, MDS programs are offered in various specialties.
3. Q: What is the approximate annual tuition fee?
   A: Around ₹4 - 6 lakhs depending on the course and category.
4. Q: Are scholarships available?
   A: Yes, government and institute scholarships are available for eligible candidates.
5. Q: Is there hostel accommodation?
   A: Yes, separate hostels with mess facilities are available for boys and girls.
6. Q: What is the duration of the BDS course?
   A: 4 years of academic study plus 1 year of compulsory internship.
7. Q: How to apply for admissions?
   A: Apply via NEET exam, followed by online counseling at Maharashtra CET Cell portal, then institute admission.
8. Q: Does the college have a placement cell?
   A: Yes, there is a placement and training cell coordinating job/internship opportunities.
9. Q: Are there any collaborations with other institutes?
   A: The college has MoUs and collaborations with regional hospitals and dental organizations.

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