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Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad, a premier dental institute under the Army Welfare Education Society, offers BDS and MDS programs with state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, and strong clinical training.
Secunderabad (Telangana)
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About ACDS
Army College of Dental Sciences, also known as ACDS, is a Private college, established in 2001. Located in Secunderabad, Telangana, the Army College of Dental Sciences campus spans over 32 acres. The college is affiliated to Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS) and recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Army College of Dental Sciences is ranked 24th by India Today under Dental category in 2024 and 40th under Dental category by NIRF 2024.
Army College of Dental Sciences offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs in the stream of Dentistry. Popular courses include BDS, MDS in Prosthodontics, MDS in Conservative Dentistry, and MDS in Orthodontics. Admissions at Army College of Dental Sciences are based on entrance examinations. The college accepts NEET UG for BDS and NEET MDS for MDS programs.
For placements, specific placement rates for Army College of Dental Sciences are not available. During the placement drive of 2024, the highest salary package offered was INR 10-12 LPA, and the median package stood at INR 4.2 LPA for UG and INR 7.2 LPA for PG students.
ACDS Highlights
| Particulars | ACDS Highlights 2025 |
|---|---|
| College Name | Army College of Dental Sciences |
| Establishment year | 2001 |
| Campus size | 32 acres |
| Accredited by | NAAC ‘A’ |
| Recognised by | Dental Council of India (DCI), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
| Rankings (2025) | India Today: 24th (Dental), NIRF: 40th (Dental) |
| Popular courses | BDS, MDS in Prosthodontics, Conservative Dentistry, Orthodontics |
| Admission Criteria | Entrance Examination (NEET UG, NEET MDS) |
| Official website | http://acds.co.in |
Top Courses at Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| B.D.S. (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) | ₹2,90,625 | 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects, minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination, qualified in the NEET entrance exam, age criteria set by the Dental Council of India |
| M.D.S. (Master of Dental Surgery) | ₹4,91,875 | BDS degree from a recognized dental college or university, valid score in the NEET MDS entrance exam, age criteria set by the college, valid registration with the Dental Council of India |
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ACDS Courses and Admission 2025
The table below lists ACDS fees for all courses along with their eligibility criteria:
| Course Name | Total Fees | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BDS | INR 4,17,400 | 10+2 with 50% in PCB + NEET UG + Telangana NEET Counselling |
| MDS Prosthodontics | INR 6,12,400 | BDS with 50% + NEET MDS + Telangana NEET Counselling |
| MDS Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | INR 6,12,400 | BDS with 50% + NEET MDS + Telangana NEET Counselling |
| MDS Periodontics | INR 6,12,400 | BDS with 50% + NEET MDS + Telangana NEET Counselling |
| MDS Orthodontics | INR 6,12,400 | BDS with 50% + NEET MDS + Telangana NEET Counselling |
| MDS Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry | INR 6,12,400 | BDS with 50% + NEET MDS + Telangana NEET Counselling |
| MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | INR 6,12,400 | BDS with 50% + NEET MDS + Telangana NEET Counselling |
ACDS Admission 2025
Army College of Dental Sciences admissions are based on national-level entrance examinations. Students seeking admission at Army College of Dental Sciences must fulfill the eligibility criteria set by the college and appear for the entrance examination. Interested students should follow the below-mentioned criteria for Army College of Dental Sciences admissions:
- BDS: Candidates seeking admission to BDS must appear for the NEET UG and participate in the KNRUHS Counselling for the seat allotment process.
- MDS in Prosthodontics: Candidates seeking admission to MDS in Prosthodontics must appear for the NEET MDS and participate in the KNRUHS Counselling for the seat allotment process.
- MDS in Conservative Dentistry: Candidates seeking admission to MDS in Conservative Dentistry must appear for the NEET MDS and participate in the KNRUHS Counselling for the seat allotment process.
- MDS in Orthodontics: Candidates seeking admission to MDS in Orthodontics must appear for the NEET MDS and participate in the KNRUHS Counselling for the seat allotment process.
ACDS Admission Dates 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BDS Application Last Date | July 28, 2025 |
| NEET UG Application Last Date | April 2025 (tentative) |
| NEET UG Exam Date | May 2025 (tentative) |
| NEET MDS Application Last Date | March 2025 (tentative) |
| NEET MDS Exam Date | April 2025 (tentative) |
Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad Highlights
ACDS Placements 2025
ACDS 's Placements for 2025 has not been released yet. Once it is released, it will be updated here. Meanwhile, candidates can check the previous year's placement data. Placement statistics for 2024 are given in the table below:
| Particulars | Placement Statistics |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Highest Package (LPA) | 9.0 LPA |
| Average Package (LPA) | 5.2 LPA |
| Median Package (LPA) | 5.0 LPA |
| Lowest Package (LPA) | 4.0 LPA |
| No. of Offers | 120 |
| No. of Students Placed | 110 |
| No. of Companies Visited | 30 |
ACDS Top Recruiters
Top recruiters for graduates from ACDS include:
| Army Dental Corps | Renowned Dental Clinics |
| Apollo | Fortis |
| Max Health |
ACDS Cutoff 2025
ACDS BDS NEET UG cutoff 2025 will be released soon. ACDS cutoff 2025 for BDS will be released on the official website of the counseling body (knruhs.telangana.gov.in). ACDS NEET UG cutoff 2025 is expected to range from 500 - 550 marks for BDS in the general category. The expected ACDS BDS NEET UG cutoff 2025 is given in the table below:
| Courses | NEET UG Cutoff 2025 (Expected) |
|---|---|
| BDS | 500 - 550 marks |
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ACDS Rankings
| Ranking Body | Stream/Category | Rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| India Today | Dental | 24th |
| NIRF | Dental | 40th |
Ranking Publisher NIRF
- Dental#40
Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad Dental NIRF Ranking 2025
- OVERALLCombined scores base on institute performance.49.38AVERAGE
- TLRStrong emphasis on quality education and adequate resources.69.25GOOD
- RPActive engagement in research, high-quality publications, and strong professional collaborations.7.02AVERAGE
- GOGood placement and higher study opportunities for students, high median salary, and admissions into top universities.73.75GOOD
- OIFocus on diversity, inclusivity, and facilities for disadvantaged and physically challenged students.68.46GOOD
- PRPositive perception among employers, research investors, and academic peers.49.04AVERAGE
ACDS Campus Life & Facilities
The campus provides top-notch facilities for academic and extracurricular activities:
Library: Well-stocked with books and e-resources for dental studies.
Sports Complex: Facilities for sports like cricket, football, and indoor games.
Hostels: Capacity not specified, with hostel and mess fees around INR 32,400 per annum.
Medical Facilities: On-campus medical support for students and staff.
Innovation Hubs: Research labs and an herbal garden for practical learning.
Campus Facilities
Auditorium
Computer Lab
Gym
Library
Medical Facilities
Cls. Room
Sports
Grounds
Badminton Court
Recreation Room
Power Backup
Cafeteria 
Laboratories
Hostel
ACDS Faculty 2025
Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad Contact Details
College Location
ACDS Nagar (Chennapur u2013 CRPF Road) Jai Jawaharnagar Post, Secunderabad-87.
army_c@rediffmail.com
9347411942
https://acds.co.in/
Related Questions
Dear Student,
The NEET UG 2024 Cutoff has been released for AIQ and state-wise counselling. According to the state-wise NEET UG 2024 Cutoff, the NEET 2024 2nd round cutoff marks in Telangana has been provided below for all students to refer to:
|
Candidate Category |
Telangana NEET 2024 2nd Round Cutoff |
|
OC |
507 |
|
SC |
433 |
|
ST |
446 |
|
BCA |
420 |
|
BCB |
485 |
|
BCC |
438 |
|
BCD |
494 |
|
BCE |
486 |
The round-wise NEET 2024 Cutoff for Telangana is available on the official website of KNRUHS (Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences).
Thank you.
Dear student,
There is no Army College of Dental Sciences cutoff for admission to BDS or the MDS course offered by this college. Army College of Dental Sciences offers admission to both its courses through a merit list based on the respective entrance exam. For the BDS course, the Army College of Dental Sciences accept NEET UG exam scores and for MDS the college accepts NEET MDS exam scores.
Thank you.
Admission Updates for 2025
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