SJM Dental College and Hospital Chitradurga

SJM Dental College and Hospital Chitradurga, was founded in 1986 with the goal of bringing professional Health Science Education to the doors of deserving students in Central Karnataka, in particular, and across the country in general. On and off campus, community health care is provided. The Public Health Dentistry department collaborates with various government and non-government organisations, including the college’s NSS unit, to ensure that extension activities are carried out effectively.The college has received recognition from the National Dental Commission and is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.

The college has the necessary infrastructure as required by RGUHS and DCI. To remain relevant with professional and technological advancements in dental education and practise, it has undergone continuous updates and upgrades. ICT has been used in learning, teaching, and evaluation processes. Projectors, smart boards, and laptops are provided in the offices, libraries, and classrooms as needed.

There are separate quarters for boys and girls at the campus. For games and sports, cultural events, and skill-building activities, both indoor and outdoor facilities are available. There are also canteen and transportation amenities available. Using the campus’s Wi-Fi facility is encouraged for students. For the benefit of staff and students, the RGUHS developed the HELINET facility.

Highlights 

Name of Institute	SJM Dental College and Hospital Chitradurga
Popular Name	SJM Dental College
Year of Establishment	1986
Institute Type	Private
Affiliated to	Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Approved by	National Dental Commission, New Delhi
Counselling Conducting Authority	Karnataka Education Authority (KEA)
Hostel Facilities	Yes (Male and Female)
Website	http://sjmdental.org/
Entrance Exam for UG courses	NEET UG Exam
Course	BDS
Category	Dental Colleges in Karnataka
Contact	Address: P.B Road Chitradurga 577501, Karnataka Email: sjmdentalcollege@gmail.com  Admission Helpline Number : 9667542500

Affiliation, Recognition, and Aid Status

• Affiliated with: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka
• Approved by: National Dental Commission, New Delhi
• Aid Status: Private

Facilities

• Cafeteria
• Hostel
• Library
• Sports
• Auditorium
• Laboratory

Faculty and Staff 

Faculty are responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of Dental education at the SJM Dental College and Hospital, Chitradurga. All campus faculty adhere to the following policies, which are applicable:

• College faculty are well-trained and experienced individuals with extensive knowledge of the Dental field who are always willing to indulge and prepare students for their professional careers.
• The college faculty is always encouraging students to take on new challenges, giving them the insights they need to improve on both a personal and professional level.
• In addition to faculty members, the institute has a non-technical staff that provides a healthy learning environment for students to grow into professional candidates for their future endeavors.

Faculties are always keen on the practical and sensible approach to the subject when teaching specific material. Furthermore, the faculty places a greater emphasis on ongoing education in order to promote the efficient use of existing resources.

Courses Offered and Intake Capacity

For Undergraduate Courses

Course	Duration	Intake Seats
BDS	4 and ½ years + 1 Year Internship	60

BDS Course Syllabus 

For UG Course

First Year	Second Year	Third Year	Fourth Year
General Human Anatomy including Embryology and Histology	General Pathology and Microbiology	General Medicine	Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
General Human Physiology and Biochemistry	General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics	General Surgery	Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Dental Anatomy, Embryology and Oral Histology	Dental Materials	Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology	Oral Medicine and Radiology
–	Pre-clinical Prosthodontics	–	Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
–	Pre clinical Conservative Dentistry	–	Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry
–	–	–	Periodontology
–	–	–	Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
–	–	–	Public Health Dentistry

BDS Internship

Subjects	Duration
Oral Medicine & Radiology	1 Month
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery	1 ½ Months
Prosthodontics	1 ½ Months
Periodontics	1 Month
Conservative Dentistry	1 Month
Orthodontics	1 Month
Community Dentistry/Rural Services	15 days
Oral Pathology & Microbiology	1 Month
Orthodontics	3 Months
Elective	15 days

Fees Structure

For UG courses

Course	Fees (Annually)
Government Quota Fees	Rs. 83,358/-
Private Quota Fees	Rs. 3,00,000/-
Fees (Annually)	Rs. 3,00,000/-
University Fees	Rs. 11,950/-
Misc Fees	Rs. 15,000/-
Hostel Fees	Rs. 40,000/-
Mess Fees	Rs. 40,000/-
Transport Fees	Rs. 15,000/-

NOTE: The above-shared fees can vary from the actual fees and are subject to change. To know the exact fee structure, candidates can connect with a counseling expert at the Admission Helpline No. 9667542500

Karnataka NEET Counselling 2023

Counseling Registration

Step 1: Online Registration

• Begin the registration process by accessing the website http://kea.kar.nic.in.
• Select “UGNEET-2023 Online Registration” to enter your details online.

Step 2: User Login

• Log in using your USER ID and Password.
• Enter your details step by step, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Step 3: Upload Documents

• Upload scanned copies of the following documents separately in JPG/JPEG format:
• Recent passport-sized color photograph
• Signature
• Left-hand thumb impression

Step 4: Draft Print and Verification

Before selecting the declaration, take a draft print of your application form.

• Carefully check and verify all the entered information for accuracy.
• Make any necessary changes if required.
• If all details are correct, select the declaration.

Step 5: Payment

• Proceed to pay the required fees following the payment gateway procedures provided.

Step 6: Application Form Printout

• After successful payment, take a printout of the application form on A-4 size paper.
• This printed copy should be produced during document verification.

Registration Fees

Category	Registration fees
(for Karnataka SC/ST/Cat-1/PWD/GM/2A/2B/3A/3B candidates)	Rs. 500/-
Non-Karnataka candidates	Rs. 2,500/-
(for NRI Ward/NRI/OCI/PIO/Foreign Nationals candidates)	Rs. 5,500/-

Counselling Process

Step 1: Online Registration

• Visit the website kea.kar.nic.in.
• Select “UGNEET-2023 Online Registration.”
• Use your USER ID and Password to log in.
• Enter your details accurately.
• Upload a recent passport-size color photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression in JPG/JPEG format.
• Before confirming, review your application and make necessary changes.
• If everything is correct, select the declaration.
• Follow the provided payment gateway procedures to pay the fees.
• Print the application form on A-4 size paper.
• This printed copy is required for document verification.

Step 2: Document Verification

• Candidates who haven’t verified their documents must register online and complete this process.
• If you’ve already verified your documents for UGCET-2023 and don’t require additional reservations, you don’t need to verify again for Medical/Dental/AYURVEDA/UNANI/HOMEOPATHY courses. Just download the UGNEET-2023 Verification slip.
• If you’re eligible for additional reservations, ensure you claim them during online application and verify with relevant certificates.

Step 3: Course and College Choices

• Enter your course and college choices online based on seat availability.
• You can enter as many options as you want but prioritize them carefully.
• After entering options, a mock allotment will be done. It’s indicative and helps you revise your choices.

Step 4: Mock Allotment

• Review the results of the mock allotment, which shows where you might be allocated based on your preferences.
• Consider changing or retaining the entered options based on the mock allotment results.

Step 5: Finalize Options

• Verify your allotted seat status on the KEA website and modify options if needed.
• Continue to update your options until the last date for real allotment.

Step 6: Allotment Process

The allotment of seats will be conducted in two rounds, with each round having three phases.

First Round of Seat Allotment:

• Allotment is based on merit and priority of options entered by candidates.
• Special Category seats (Persons with disability, NCC, Sports Category) are allotted first.
• Seats are allocated according to the reservation policy.
• General Merit candidates are considered only in the General Merit quota, following the rank list.
• Reserved Kannada Medium and Rural Category candidates may also be allotted in their respective categories.
• Hyderabad-Karnataka reservation is considered.
• Special Category candidates like Defense, Ex-defense, CAPF, Ex-CAPF are allotted based on ranks and available seats.
• The first phase of allotment may involve multiple iterations until seats are filled or ranks exhausted.

Second Round of Allotment:

• Seats are allotted in the same manner as the first round.
• Unfilled seats in Rural and Kannada medium quota of reserved categories are converted to General category and offered to reserved category candidates.
• Only reserved category candidates are considered in this phase, and GM candidates are not.
• Consequential vacancies are considered.

Third Round of Allotment:

• Seats are allocated in the same order as previous rounds.
• Unfilled seats in various reserved General categories are converted to General Merit and offered to GM candidates.
• Consequential Rural and Kannada medium reserved category seats are considered.
• The order of seat allotment remains the same, and the process continues until no changes occur.

Step 7: Reporting to Colleges

• After the seat allotment in the final round, candidates who have been allotted seats need to report to the respective colleges they’ve been allocated.

The reporting process involves the following:

Step 8: Document Verification:

• Candidates must carry all necessary documents for verification, including educational certificates, identification, and allotment-related documents.
• The college authorities will verify your documents to ensure eligibility and compliance with admission criteria.

Step 9: Payment of Fees:

• Candidates are required to pay the prescribed fees as per the college’s fee structure.
• Ensure you understand the payment schedule and deadlines to avoid any issues.

Step 10: Confirmation of Admission:

• Once the documents are verified, and fees are paid, the college will confirm your admission.
• You may receive an admission letter or receipt as proof of your admission status.

Step 11: Seat Confirmation and Vacant Seats:

• If any candidates do not report to the allocated colleges within the specified timeframe, their seats may be considered vacant.

Required Document

• SSLC/10th standard mark Sheet
• 2nd PUC/12th standard mark Sheet
• Final print out of online application form
• Original copy of chalan for having paid the registration fees
• NEET admission ticket
• Study certificate issued by school
• NEET Rank letter 
• Two recent passport size photogrraphs 
• Migration Certificate (Those who are studied under other than PU Board, Karnataka) 
• Eligibility Certificate (Those who are studied under other than PU Board, Karnataka) 
• Adhaar Card

Eligibility Criteria For UG Courses

Qualify Exam	NEET conducted By  NTA
Nationality	Applicants must be Indian citizens. NRI candidates with Indian passports are also eligible to apply. Under the NRI Category, overseas citizens of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian origin (PIO) are eligible to apply.
Age Limit	17 years old (as of December 31). The upper age limit for General category candidates is 25 years, while for SC/ST/OBC candidates, it is 30 years.
Qualification	Candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects.
Qualifying Marks	They must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (for General category candidates) and 40% marks in aggregate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) in the qualifying examination.

NEET UG Cut Off 2023

Category	Qualifying criteria		NEET Cutoff 2022	NEET Cutoff 2023
UR/EWS	50th Percentile		715-117	720-137
OBC	40th Percentile		116-93	136-107
SC	40th Percentile		116-93	136-107
ST	40th Percentile		116-93	136-107
UR / EWS & PH	45th Percentile		116-105	136-121
OBC & PH	40th Percentile		104-93	120-107
SC & PH	40th Percentile		104-93	120-107
ST & PH	40th Percentile		104-93	120-108

SJM Dental College and Hospital, Chitradurga Cut-Off 2022 (Stata Quota)

Rounds	Round 1		Round 2
Category	All India Rank	Marks	All India Rank	Marks
IG	—	—	—	—
IK	—	—	—	—
IR	236657	354	36611	276
2AG	206834	377	275044	328
2AK	—	—	—	—
2AR	216500	369	277405	327
2BG	195892	385	244721	348
2BK	—	—	—	—
2BR	—	—	—	—
3AG	—	—	—	—
3AK	—	—	588482	185
3AR	—	—	—	—
3BG	—	—	—	—
3BK	—	—	—	—
3BR	—	—	—	—
GM	188716	391	241577	351
GMK	—	—	—	—
GMR	202055	380	260063	338
SCG	282887	323	319619	301
SCK	—	—	—	—
SCR	—	—	—	—
STG	251898	343	267441	333
STK	—	—	—	—
STR	—	—	—	—

Contact Details

SJM Dental College and Hospital, Chitradurga

• Address: P.B Road Chitradurga 577501, Karnataka
• Website: http://sjmdental.org/

• Email: sjmdentalcollege@gmail.com
• Admission Helpline no : 9667542500

Ranking & Reputation

Name of Institute	SJM Dental College and Hospital, Chitradurga
Reputation	Good
Education	Excellent
Faculty	Good
Infrastructure	Excellent

NEET College Predictors

We understand the significance of choosing the right medical college for your bright future. Our website offers a variety of college predictors to ensure that you make informed decisions during the NEET counseling process.

With our NEET Score Predictor, input your NEET score, and instantly receive a personalized list of colleges where you have a higher chance of getting admitted. Our state-wise and category-based predictors further refine your options based on your preferences, giving you accurate and tailored results. we have offered you the top-of-the-class college predictors here’s the list of the college predictor for you;

• MBBS College Predictors
• BDS College Predictors

NEET Rank Predictors

NEET Rank Predictors are innovative tools designed to assist medical aspirants in estimating their All India Rank (AIR) in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). As one of the most competitive medical entrance exams in India, NEET plays a pivotal role in determining admission to undergraduate medical courses. NEET Rank Predictors empower students with insights into their performance, helping them set realistic goals and make informed decisions during the college selection process. Here’s the best ranks we’ve provided you with;

• MBBS Rank Predictors
• BDS Rank Predictors

Expert Admission Consultants

NEET Counselling takes pride in offering a team of highly experienced and dedicated Expert Admission Consultants who are committed to helping aspiring medical students achieve their dreams. Our consultants possess in-depth knowledge of the medical admission process and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. They are well-versed in the intricacies of NEET counselling, medical college admissions, and various state-specific admission procedures. Here’s how our Expert Admission Consultants can help you with various counselling process

• MBBS Admission Consultant
• BDS Admission Consultant

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is SJM Dental College and Hospital?

A. SJM Dental College and Hospital is a renowned dental college in Chitradurga, Karnataka. It was founded in 1986 and is affiliated with Bangalore’s Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.

Q. What are the courses offered at SJM Dental College and Hospital?

A. SJM Dental College and Hospital offer the BDS (Bachelor of Dental Science) Course.

Q. Is SJM Dental College and Hospital affiliated to any university?

A. Yes, SJM Dental College and Hospital is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in Bangalore.

Q. What is the admission process for SJM Dental College and Hospital?

A. The admission process for SJM Dental College and Hospital varies depending on the course. Admission to the BDS course is based on the National Eligibility Cumulative Entrance Test (NEET) and subsequent counselling by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).

Q. What are the facilities available at SJM Dental College and Hospital?

A. SJM Dental College and Hospital has cutting-edge infrastructure and facilities, including lecture halls, seminar rooms, a library, a dental museum, a research centre, a clinical skills lab, a computer lab, a hostel, and a cafeteria.