What is AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences known for?
AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences offers BDS, MDS, P.hd across 8 active programme records.
AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore – 2026 Overview
private · Mangalore, Karnataka
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AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences has recorded total fees from ₹2,00,000 and placement records with average packages up to ₹4 LPA. Use these figures to shortlist, then verify the same programme, year, category and placement report before deciding.
8Active programmes
2Student reviews
4.5Average rating
1Placement years
About AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences
History and Background
About AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS) is the dental college of Nitte, in the Medical Sciences Complex at Deralakatte on the southern edge of Mangalore. It started in 1985. It is recognised by the Dental Council of India and also by the Malaysian Dental Council. The college has a strong ranking record. It was 6th among dental colleges in NIRF 2022 and 2nd among private dental colleges in India in the THE WEEK-Hansa Research survey 2026. Its courses are: BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, and Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge BDS and MDS seats are allotted through NEET-based counselling, and the college posts reporting guidelines for allottees every year. Cleft care is one area where ABSMIDS stands out. Working with Smile Train (USA) and Cleft Children International (Switzerland), the college treats and researches cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial problems. It also has a large rural outreach network. Under its motto "Service to Humanity", it has set up 21 rural dental health centres since 1991, spread over about 150 km, and the International College of Dentists, USA, has given it its award for community dental service more than once. On the academic side, it is an affiliate of Okayama University Dental School in Japan, an academic mentor to Oman Dental College, and has exchange agreements with Radboud University in the Netherlands and Université Paul Sabatier in France.
Campus and Location
Established in 1985. Located in Mangalore, Karnataka. Medical Sciences Complex, Deralakatte, Mangalore, Karnataka
Courses and Programmes Offered
BDS Programmes
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery – 5 years – The minimum qualification for admission is a pass in the two year PUC of Karnataka or any other 10 + 2 examination recognised equivalent by the Nitte University with not less than 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and a pass class in English as one of the languages of study. · BDS profile
MDS Programmes
- Master of Dental Surgery Conservative Dentistry – 3 years – The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI. · MDS profile
- Master of Dental Surgery Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – 3 years – The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI.
- Master of Dental Surgery Oral Medicine & Radiology – 3 years – The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI.
- Master of Dental Surgery Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology – 3 years – The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI.
- Master of Dental Surgery Orthodontics – 3 years – The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI.
- Master of Dental Surgery Pedodontics – 3 years – The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI.
P.hd Programmes
- Doctor of Philosophy – 5 years · P.hd profile
Course Fees at AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences
MDS Fees
Recorded annual fee for most MDS: ₹2,00,000 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
Admission Process and Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria by Programme
- BDS: The minimum qualification for admission is a pass in the two year PUC of Karnataka or any other 10 + 2 examination recognised equivalent by the Nitte University with not less than 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and a pass class in English as one of the languages of study..
- MDS: The minimum qualification for admission to the postgraduate program is a BDS degree or an equivalent degree recognised by the University and DCI..
Entrance Exams Accepted
How to Apply
Check the relevant programme eligibility, follow the mapped entrance-exam or university counselling route, and confirm dates, documents and fees on the official admission notice.
Cutoffs and Entrance Exams
Entrance Exams for AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences
Key entrance exams and routes recorded in the database: NEET (PG).
Cutoff Trends
Branch-wise and category-wise cutoffs are not published in the current dataset. Check the official university or counselling website for the latest cutoffs.
Placements and Recruiters
Placement Highlights by Programme
2024₹10 LPA
MDS (2024): Highest ₹10 LPA, Average ₹4 LPA.
Placement Data Disclaimer
Package units, currency and placement percentages are not fully specified in the source. Treat these figures as indicative and verify the latest official placement report.
Student Reviews and Ratings
Overall Student Ratings
- Total active reviews: 2
- Average overall rating: 4.5/5
- Infrastructure: Not recorded
- Hostel: Not recorded
- Clubs/Activities: Not recorded
- Faculty: Not recorded
- Admission: Not recorded
Faculty and Departments
Key Faculty Members
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad – Principal
Rankings and Recognition
NIRF and Other Rankings
- nirf 2024: Rank 6 out of 40.
- nirf 2024: Rank 6 out of 40.
- itoday 2024: Rank 22 out of 62.
- cs 2024: Rank 6 out of 40.
- cs 2024: Rank 6 out of 40.
- itoday 2023: Rank 21 out of 62.
- nirf 2020: Rank 5 out of 200.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main courses at AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences lists Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Master of Dental Surgery Conservative Dentistry, Master of Dental Surgery Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Master of Dental Surgery Oral Medicine & Radiology, Master of Dental Surgery Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology, and other programmes.
What are the fees at AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
Recorded total fees range from ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,00,000. Confirm current category and additional charges with the institution.
Which entrance exams are accepted by AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
The active programme mappings list NEET (PG).
How are placements at AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
Placement records are available for 1 programme-year record(s), including average and highest package values where reported.
What is the average package at AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
The available placement records include average package values such as ₹4 LPA. Values can vary by year and programme.
What is the ranking of AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
The profile contains 7 active ranking record(s), including nirf rank 6 and nirf rank 6.
What is the student rating of AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences?
AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 2 active review(s).
Data note: Fees, placements, rankings and reviews are recorded evidence and may change by batch, category, role, recruiter mix or academic year. Verify the latest official information before applying.