SIMATS Chennai Ph.D Dentistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

SIMATS Ph.D. (Dentistry) Admission 2026

Saveetha Dental College PhD admissions are conducted through the SIMATS Entrance Test followed by a personal interview and research proposal evaluation. Candidates must identify a PhD guide from the list of approved guides at Saveetha Dental College before or during the application process. Applications are accepted through the official SIMATS admissions portal (simatsadmissions.saveetha.com). The admissions team can be reached at the toll-free number 1800 123 746287 or via WhatsApp at 9840136543 (message only, Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM).

Ph.D. (Dentistry) Admission Dates 2026 (Tentative)

Relevant Exam Dates (UGC NET - for candidates seeking fellowship/exemption)

Note: UGC NET is not a mandatory requirement for PhD (Dentistry) admission at SIMATS. However, candidates with UGC NET/JRF qualification may be exempted from the SIMATS Entrance Test as per UGC regulations and are eligible for UGC fellowship stipend.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Postgraduate degree (MDS, M.Sc., MD, or any relevant PG degree) from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates).
• Candidates looking for a research project related to dentistry or basic sciences are eligible; the research area must align with the expertise of an available PhD guide at Saveetha Dental College.
• Candidates must submit a research abstract/proposal at the time of application; the abstract submission form must be duly signed by the proposed guide.

Admission Process

• Visit the official SIMATS admissions portal: simatsadmissions.saveetha.com and fill the online application form
• Review the List of PhD Guides available on the Saveetha Dental College PhD page and identify a suitable guide for your research area
• Fill the Abstract Submission Form (available on the PhD page), get it signed by the proposed guide, and submit it along with the application
• Appear for the SIMATS PhD Entrance Test (written test); candidates with UGC NET/JRF may be exempted
• Attend the personal interview and research proposal evaluation conducted by the departmental research committee
• Selection is based on entrance test score, interview performance, and research proposal quality
• Upon selection, receive the offer letter and complete fee payment and document verification to confirm admission
• Full-time candidates interested in the Research Associate position should apply separately through the institution

SIMATS Ph.D. (Dentistry) Scholarships 2026

PhD scholars at Saveetha Dental College can avail scholarships and stipends from both institutional and government sources. The most significant benefit is the Research Associate stipend offered by the institution to eligible full-time PhD candidates. Additionally, UGC JRF/SRF fellowship is available for candidates who have qualified UGC NET with JRF. Government scholarship schemes are also available for eligible candidates.

Scholarships and Funding

• The Research Associate stipend is a unique institutional benefit at Saveetha Dental College; eligible full-time PhD candidates should apply for this position at the time of admission.
• UGC JRF/SRF fellowship is administered by UGC and is independent of the institution; scholars must register with UGC after joining the PhD programme.
• NSP scholarships require annual renewal based on academic performance (minimum 50% marks) and attendance (minimum 75%%).
• Candidates are advised to apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the stipulated deadlines.