Overview

Teerthanker Mahaveer Dental College (TMDC), Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, is a private dental college established in 2007. It operates under Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), a deemed university recognized by the UGC. The college campus is located in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. TMDC is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for dental education and holds accreditation from relevant bodies. Official site: https://tmu.ac.in/tmdc.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Dr. A.K. Aggarwal
• Principal: Dr. Nitin Gupta
• Student Count: Approx. 600+ (UG & PG dental students)
• Faculties: Dentistry (BDS, MDS)
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-591-2444250, Email: info@tmu.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-10
• NIRF Ranking: Not ranked specifically for dental college as of 2024-06-10

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Dental Sciences
• UG Courses: BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) – 5 years including internship
• PG Courses: MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) in specializations like Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontology, Prosthodontics, Pedodontics – 3 years
• Mode: Regular (full-time)
• Intake: Approx. 100 seats for BDS annually

Admissions

• Mode of Admission: Entrance exam (NEET-UG for BDS; NEET-PG for MDS), management quota available under university guidelines
• Accepted Exams: NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) UG/PG
• Admission Timeline: April-July (counselling and admission round)
• Admission Link: https://tmu.ac.in/admissions
• Application Process:
  1. Fill online application form on TMU official site
  2. Upload required documents (marksheets, NEET score, ID proof)
  3. Pay application fee online
  4. Appear for counselling/admission based on NEET rank
  5. Document verification and fee payment to confirm seat

Eligibility

• BDS: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology; minimum 50% aggregate (40% for reserved categories); age as per NEET norms
• MDS: BDS degree from a recognized dental college; NEET-PG qualified
• Documents Needed: NEET scorecard, 10th & 12th mark sheets, BDS mark sheet (for PG), identity proof, passport-size photos

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees: BDS approx. ₹5-7 lakhs total tuition; MDS varies by specialization; hostel & exam fees extra
• Scholarships: Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS; merit-cum-means scholarships available (Official Scholarships Page)

Placements

• Placement Rate: Approx. 60-70% dental graduates placed through campus & off-campus recruitment
• Average CTC: ₹3-5 LPA (varies by sector)
• Recruiters: Dental clinics, hospitals, dental product companies
• Placement Cell Contact: placement@tmu.ac.in, Phone: +91-591-2444250 ext. 1234
• Internships: Mandatory clinical internship part of BDS course

Campus & Facilities

• Separate hostels for boys and girls with mess
• Modern dental labs, well-stocked library with digital access
• Wi-Fi enabled campus
• Transport facilities connecting Moradabad city
• Sports facilities, cultural & technical clubs, annual fest
• On-campus healthcare and emergency services

Faculty & Research

• Qualified faculty with experienced professors and clinical experts
• Research activities in dental materials, oral pathology, allied areas
• MoUs with dental hospitals and research institutes
• Regular workshops and seminars on dental research

Rankings

• NIRF: Dental college not separately ranked as of 2024
• NAAC: No specific NAAC grade found for TMDC as of 2024
• India Today, Outlook: Not specifically ranked for dental course

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• NEET UG cut-offs for BDS admission vary yearly; typically category-wise 40-50 percentile
• Official seat matrix & previous year cut-offs published on TMU Admission Portal

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (~180 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Moradabad Junction Railway Station (approx. 10 km)
• Local Transit: Auto rickshaws, buses, and taxis available from Moradabad city to campus

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission process for BDS?
   A: Admission is based on NEET-UG score followed by counselling on TMU website.
2. Q: Does TMDC offer postgraduate courses?
   A: Yes, MDS courses in multiple dental specializations are available.
3. Q: Are scholarships available?
   A: Yes, scholarships for reserved categories and merit students are offered.
4. Q: What is the total duration of BDS?
   A: The course duration is 5 years including 1 year of compulsory internship.
5. Q: Is hostel facility available?
   A: Yes, separate hostels with mess facilities are available for boys and girls.
6. Q: What documents are needed for admission?
   A: NEET scorecard, academic transcripts, ID proofs, photographs.
7. Q: How can I apply online?
   A: Apply via TMU official admission portal at https://tmu.ac.in/admissions.
8. Q: Does TMDC have placement assistance?
   A: Yes, placement cell helps students with internships and job placements.