SGT University Gurgaon MDS Public Health Dentistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. MDS Public Health Dentistry is a non-clinical specialisation that focuses on population-level oral health rather than individual patient treatment. Unlike clinical specialisations such as Orthodontics or Oral Surgery, this programme trains you in dental epidemiology, health policy, community outreach, and research methodology. It is ideal for candidates interested in working with government health departments, NGOs, WHO, or pursuing academic and research careers. At SGT University, the department's strong community outreach infrastructure, including mobile dental vans and nodal centres, provides practical exposure that is rare in most private dental colleges.

Ans. Public Health Dentistry is generally considered a non-clinical specialisation and tends to attract candidates who prioritise community health and research over clinical practice. As a result, the NEET MDS rank required for this specialisation at private colleges like SGT University is typically in the mid-to-lower range compared to high-demand clinical specialisations. However, with only 2 seats, even a small number of candidates choosing this specialisation can shift the cutoff. Candidates are advised to check the previous year's MCC and DMER Haryana counselling closing ranks for this specific college and specialisation before finalising their choices.

Ans. The tuition fee is INR 3,50,000 per year, totalling INR 10,50,000 for the 3-year programme. A one-time refundable caution money of INR 50,000 is also charged, making the total outgo INR 11,00,000 (excluding hostel). If you opt for on-campus hostel accommodation, the cost ranges from INR 96,000 to INR 1,80,000 per annum depending on the room type (AC/Non-AC, twin/4-sharing), which includes meals. Over 3 years, the total cost including hostel (twin sharing non-AC) would be approximately INR 13,88,000.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Public Health Dentists, Dental Epidemiologists, Oral Health Program Managers, Dental Insurance Consultants, Academic Researchers, or Dental Surgeons in government health departments. The specialisation is particularly relevant for roles in national oral health programmes, WHO/UNICEF-funded projects, NGOs, and dental college faculty positions. The strong community outreach experience gained at SGT University, including work across 150+ villages and urban health centres, is a significant advantage for government and public sector roles.

Ans. Yes, fieldwork and community outreach are core components of the MDS Public Health Dentistry programme at SGT University. The department operates mobile dental vans, portable dental units, and portable X-ray machines for camps across 150+ surrounding villages. Students participate in school oral health camps, rural dental camps, and awareness programmes. The department also has two nodal centres: Urban Health Centre at Basai and Blind Relief Association at Lodhi Road, New Delhi, where students gain hands-on community dental care experience. This practical exposure is a key differentiator of the programme.

Ans. Yes, the MDS degree from SGT University is awarded by a UGC-recognised university and the Faculty of Dental Sciences is DCI-approved. The MDS (Public Health Dentistry) qualification is valid for teaching positions in DCI-approved dental colleges across India, subject to fulfilling the MDS Regulations 2017 requirements for faculty eligibility (which include a minimum of 1 year of teaching/research experience post-MDS for lecturer positions). Candidates should verify the DCI approval status for the specific specialisation and batch year at the time of admission from the official DCI website (dciindia.gov.in).