A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences Mangalore

A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore is a Deemed Private dental college in Karnataka. The college offers BDS & MDS courses with 100 BDS seats & total intake capacity of 49 seats in several MDS specialization. The college was established in 1985 with an approval from National Dental Commission (NDC) and affiliated with NITTE (Deemed-to-be University)  having the college’s official website (https://nitte.edu.in/absmids/).

Counselling for admission in BDS course in deemed college will be conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for 100% seats. Similarly, counselling for admission in MDS courses will be conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for 100% seats. 

Students must do the registration on MCC’s official’s website (https://mcc.nic.in/) to participate in the MCC NEET UG & MDS Counselling for admission in respective courses. Admission in BDS & MDS courses will be based on NEET UG rank & NEET MDS rank conducted by NTA & NBE respectively.

Highlights A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences

Name of Institute	A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences,  Mangalore
Popular Name	ABSMIDS, Mangaluru
Year of Establishment	1985
Institute Type	Private
Affiliated to	NITTE (Deemed-to-be University)
Approved by	National  Dental Commission
Hostel Facilities	Yes (Male and Female)
Website	https://nitte.edu.in/absmids/
Entrance Exam for UG courses	NEET UG Exam
Entrance Exam for PG courses	NEET MDS Exam
Course	UG- BDS and PG- MDS
Category	Dental Colleges in Karnataka
Contact	Address: Medical Sciences Complex, Deralakatte, Mangaluru – 575018, Karnataka, India Email ID: absmids@nitte.edu.in Admission Helpline Number: 9667542500

Affiliation, Recognition, and Aid Status

Affiliated with:  NITTE (Deemed-to-be University)
Approved by: National Dental Commission
Aid Status: Private – Deemed

Facilities

• Library
• Laboratories
• Research center
• Sports and recreational facilities
• Hostel facilities
• Cafeteria
• Transportation

Courses Offered And Seat Intake

For Undergraduate Courses

Course	Duration	Intake Seats
BDS	4 and ½ years + 1 Year Internship	100

For Postgraduate courses

Course Name	Seat Intake
MDS Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge	9
MDS Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics	8
MDS Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics	9
MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery	8
MDS Periodontology	5
MDS Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology	2
MDS Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry	6
MDS Oral Medicine & Radiology	2

Fees Structure 

For BDS Courses

Category	Program	Duration	1st Year Tuition Fee	1st Year Univ Fee	1st Year Exam Fee	1st Year Total Fee	2nd Year Fee	3rd Year Fee	4th Year Fee
General	BDS	5 years	Rs. 5,00,000	Rs. 6,500	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 5,13,500	Rs. 5,07,000	Rs. 5,07,000	Rs. 5,07,000

Category	Program	Duration	Exam Fee per annum (in INR)	Tuition Fee	Univ Fee	Total Fee	2nd Year Fee	3rd Year Fee	4th Year Fee
NRI	BDS	5 years	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 8,00,000	Rs. 11,000	Rs. 8,18,000	Rs. 8,07,000	Rs. 8,07,000	Rs. 8,07,000

For MDS Courses

Program	Duration	1st Year Tuition Fee	1st Year Univ Fee	1st Year Exam Fee	1st Year Total Fee	2nd Year Tuition Fee	2nd Year Exam Fee	3rd Year Tuition Fee	3rd Year Exam Fee
MDS (Orthodontics, Endodontics, Pedodontics, Prosthodontics, Oral Surgery)	3 years	Rs. 10,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 10,16,000	Rs. 10,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 10,00,000	Rs. 8,000
MDS (Periodontics)	3 years	Rs. 7,50,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 7,66,000	Rs. 7,50,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 7,50,000	Rs. 8,000
MDS (Oral Medicine)	3 years	Rs. 3,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 3,16,000	Rs. 3,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 3,00,000	Rs. 8,000
MDS (Oral Pathology)	3 years	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 2,16,000	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 8,000
MDS (Orthodontics | Endodontics)	3 years	Rs. 16,00,000	Rs. 11,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 16,19,000	Rs. 16,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 16,00,000	Rs. 8,000
MDS (Prosthodontics | Oral Surgery)	3 years	Rs. 14,00,000	Rs. 11,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 14,19,000	Rs. 14,00,000	Rs. 8,000	Rs. 14,00,000	Rs. 8,000

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.

Eligibility Criteria for BDS Course

Condition	Applies to	Description
Academic Eligibility	All Candidates	Passed 2nd PUC / 12th Std / Equivalent Exam with English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Minimum Marks	General Category	50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Minimum Marks	SC, ST, Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B	40% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Qualifying Exam	All Candidates	Declared qualified in UG NEET 2025.
Merit/Rank	All Candidates	Based on UG NEET 2025 All India Rank.
SC/ST/Category-I/OBC Eligibility	Karnataka Candidates	Applicable for Government seats under specific clauses.

Eligibility Criteria for MDS Courses

Eligibility Criteria	Description
Government Seats (G)
Indian Citizenship	Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Karnataka MBBS/BDS Education	Passed MBBS/BDS in a recognized Medical/Dental institution in Karnataka.
10 Years of Study in Karnataka	Studied for 10 years (1st to 12th standard) in Karnataka, passed either SSLC/10th or PUC/12th from Karnataka, and completed MBBS/BDS in Karnataka.
10 Years of Study, MBBS/BDS Outside Karnataka	Studied for 10 years (1st to 12th standard) in Karnataka, passed either SSLC/10th or PUC/12th from Karnataka, but completed MBBS/BDS outside Karnataka.
All India Service Officers	Children of serving officers of Karnataka cadre who studied outside Karnataka due to parent’s transfer.
Union/State Government Employee	Children of employees of the Union/Karnataka Government or undertaking who declared Karnataka as hometown and studied 10 years in Karnataka.
Children of Karnataka MPs	Children of Members of Parliament elected from Karnataka who studied in New Delhi during the MP’s tenure.
Serving/Ex-Defense Personnel	Children of Karnataka domicile defense personnel, passed MBBS/BDS in India, with proof of domicile from AG’s branch or respective Record Officers.
MBBS/BDS Outside Karnataka	Indian citizens who studied MBBS/BDS in a recognized institution outside Karnataka.
OCI/PIO/NRI/Foreign Nationals	OCI, PIO, NRI, or foreign nationals who completed MBBS/BDS in a recognized institution.
Private Seats (GMP, OPN, MK, MA, ME, MU, MC, MM)
GMP	Candidate fulfilling Clause b or c criteria.
OPN	Citizen of India who completed MBBS/BDS in a recognized institution.
Religious Minority (Christian/Muslim)	Karnataka or non-Karnataka Christian/Muslim candidates, prioritized as Karnataka first.
Linguistic Minority	Candidates whose mother tongue is Tamil, Telugu, Kodava, or Tulu, fulfilling Clause b or c criteria.
St. John’s Medical College	Includes Roman Catholic Religious Nuns, SJMC alumni, Roman Catholic Christians, and open merit candidates, with additional rural service and religious certification.
NRI Seats (N)
NRI/PIO/OCI/Foreign Nationals	MBBS/BDS degree from a recognized institution, fulfilling definitions under Indian laws.
Children of NRI/Wards	NRI relationship proof as per court orders and laws, fulfilling criteria under Karnataka Professional Educational Institutions Act and Income Tax Act.
Other Seats (Q)
Non-NRI Indian Candidates	MBBS/BDS from institutions in India (except NRI/PIO/OCI/Foreign Nationals).

• Additional documents such as caste/income certificates, domicile proofs, and service-related certifications are mandatory based on the clause claimed.
• Misrepresentation or false documents will result in cancellation of the allotted seat and forfeiture of fees.
• Religious and linguistic minority candidates must provide appropriate minority certificates and study certificates from Karnataka.

Admission Process For BDS Course in A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore

Counselling for admission in BDS course in deemed colleges Karnataka will be conducted by Medical Counselling Committee for 100% BDS seats. Below are the detailed information on counselling registration and admission process.

BDS Admission Process- All India Quota Seats

MCC conducts counselling for 15% BDS seats in Government Dental colleges. Below are the detailed steps of MCC NEET UG Counselling from registration to admission process for BDS All India Quota seats:

Step	Description
Step 1: Update Contact Information	Ensure that the email address and mobile number provided during the NEET UG application process are accurate. These will be used for MCC registration and communication.
Step 2: Await Communication	All communication, including information and updates regarding counseling, will be sent by MCC of DGHS, MoHFW via email to the registered email address or SMS to the mobile number.
Step 3: No Changes Allowed	Requests to change the registered mobile number or email address will not be entertained by the MCC of DGHS, MoHFW.
Step 4: Recommended Device and Browser	Use a laptop or computer with the latest versions of Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Windows, or iOS for registration and choice-filling to avoid technical complications.
Step 5: Register on MCC Website	Qualified and eligible candidates must register on the MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in) to participate in the counseling process for seat allotment.
Step 6: Sandes App for OTP	Download the Sandes app to receive OTP on the registered phone number for registration.
Step 7: Upload Essential Certificates	After the declaration of NEET UG results, candidates must mandatorily upload essential certificates as per the requirements specified by the MCC.
Step 8: Physical Reporting	Carry original documents during physical reporting to the allotted college to confirm seat allotment and complete admission procedures.

MCC NEET UG Counselling Process

MCC NEET UG Counselling Process includes four rounds, each with its own set of rules and procedures. The counseling process begins with Round 1 & concludes with a Final Stray Vacancy Round, where remaining vacant seats are filled through fresh registrations, ensuring all available positions are occupied. Candidates must upload essential certificates after each round’s result declaration to facilitate the verification process. Below is the step by step process for each round:

Round 1:

• Main Counseling Registration: Candidates register and pay a non-refundable registration fee along with a refundable security deposit.
• Choice Filling and Locking: Candidates choose their preferred colleges and courses and lock their choices.
• Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on choices and merit.
• Publication of Round 1 Result: Results are published on the MCC website.
• Uploading Essential Certificates: Candidates upload necessary certificates after result declaration.
• Physical Reporting: Candidates report to allotted colleges with original documents. They can opt for an upgrade to Round 2 if desired.

Round 2:

• Eligibility for Round 2: Candidates not allotted any seat in Round 1 or not reported, need not register again.
• Fresh Registration: New registration for Round 2 with full payment for those who didn’t register in Round 1.
• Fresh Choice Filling: Candidates submit new choices for Round 2.
• Seat Allotment Round 2: Allocation of seats based on choices and merit.
• Publication of Round 2 Result: Results announced on the MCC website.
• Uploading Essential Certificates: Candidates upload required certificates after result declaration.
• Physical Reporting: Candidates report to allotted colleges with original documents. They can opt for an upgrade to Round 3 if desired.

Round 3:

• Eligibility for Round 3: Candidates not allotted any seat in Round 1 or Round 2 need not register again.
• Fresh Registration for Round 3: New registration for Round 3 with full payment for those who haven’t registered before or resigned from Round 1 or Round 2.
• Fresh Choice Filling: Candidates submit new choices for Round 3.
• Seat Allotment Round 3: Allocation of seats based on choices and merit.
• Publication of Round 3 Result: Results announced on the MCC website.
• Uploading Essential Certificates: Candidates upload necessary certificates after result declaration.
• Physical Reporting: Candidates report to allotted colleges with original documents. Once joined, no further upgrades or resignations are allowed.

Final Stray Vacancy Round:

• Fresh registrations conducted for vacant seats.
• Conducted for AIQ, Deemed University seats, and as per Supreme Court directions.
• Candidates allotted seats must join; failure to do so results in debarment from NEET for one year.

Application Form & Fee Of Counselling

Quota	Category	Non-Refundable Registration Fees (in Rs.)	Refundable Security Amount (in Rs.)
For (15% All India Quota)/ Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, and Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi)/AFMC& ESI/ All AIIMS/ JIPMER	UR/EWS	1000	10,000
	SC/ST/OBC/PwD	500	5,000
Deemed Universities	All	5000	2,00,000

Document Required For MCC UG Counselling

Document	Description
Allotment Letter	Issued by MCC
Admit Cards of Exam	Issued by NTA
Result/Rank letter	Issued by NTA
Date of Birth Certificate	Required if Metric Certificate does not bear the same
Class 10th Certificate
Class 10+2 Certificate
Class 10+2 Marks Sheet
Eight (8) Passport size photographs	Same as affixed on the application form
Proof of identity	Aadhar/PAN/Driving Licence/Passport
For NRI candidates:
Passport copy of sponsor	Embassy certificate
Sponsorship affidavit	Stating that the sponsor is ready to bear the expenses for the whole duration of study
Relationship Affidavit	Relation of Candidate with the sponsor
For OCI/PIO/Foreign national candidates:
Citizenship certificate/card number documents
Specific certificates, if applicable:
SC/ST Certificate	Issued by the competent authority
OBC-NCL certificate	As per Central List
Disability Certificate	Issued from a duly constituted and authorized Medical Board
EWS Certificate	As per prescribed format

Candidates must refer to the college information of the allotted college for any additional documents required and upload scanned copies of original documents to the MCC portal within the specified schedule. Failure to provide original documents may result in denial of admission to the allotted Medical & Dental College.

Admission Process for MDS Courses in A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore

Counselling for admission in MDS courses in private deemed colleges in Karnataka will be conducted by Medical Counselling for 100% MDS seats under All India Quota. Below are the detailed information on MCC NEET MDS Counselling process.

MDS Admission Process  – All India Quota Seats

Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts the registration process for NEET MDS Counselling online. Below is a detailed guide:

1. Official Website: Only online submissions for counseling are accepted via the MCC’s official website, www.mcc.nic.in. Any other method of registration will be immediately rejected.

2. Important Registration Steps

Self-enrollment:

• Candidates are required to independently finish the MCC website’s registration process.
• It is totally forbidden to use agents or third-party services for registration.

Required Data:

• Applicants should confirm that all information submitted during registration is true and accurate.
• Information supplied will be considered self-certified and cannot be changed or altered in any way.

Email address and mobile number:

• Candidates must register for counseling using the same email address and phone number that they have on file with the NBE.
• Important messages and One-Time Passwords (OTPs) will be delivered to these registered credentials.

Certificate of Disability (if applicable):

• According to NMC guidelines, candidates in the PwD category must first get their disability certificate online from the appropriate disability boards before beginning the choice-filling process.

Instructions for Filling Online Application Form

• Use of Registered Email ID and Mobile Number: Candidates must use the e-mail ID and mobile number provided during the NEET-PG application process (NBE) for registration on the MCC portal. These fields will be pre-filled in the counselling application/registration form. All communications will be sent to the registered email and mobile number only.
• No Changes Allowed: Requests for changes to the registered email ID or mobile number will not be entertained by MCC.
• Technical Requirements for Registration: Use a laptop or computer with an updated version of Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, or IOS. Ensure a stable internet connection to avoid technical issues during the registration and choice-filling process.
• Registration Period: Registration will be available at the start of each round (first, second, third, and stray vacancy rounds) on notified dates. No requests for late registration will be accepted after the deadline.
• Document Requirements: Candidates must carry original documents for verification during physical reporting at the allotted college/institute.

Counselling Registration Fees & Security Fees

Payment Scheme for Different categories	Non- Refundable (Fees)		Refundable (Security Deposit)
	Unreserved (UR/EWS candidates)	Reserved(ST/SC/OBC/PwD)	Unreserved(UR/EWScandidates)	Reserved(ST/SC/OBC/PwD,Applicable-jain/muslims)
AIQ	Rs. 1,000/-	Rs. 500/-	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 10,000
Deemed Universities	Rs. 5,000/-	Rs. 5,000/-	Rs. 2,00,000/-	Rs. 2,00,000/-

Counselling Rounds for MDS Course – All India Quota Seats

MDS counselling for all india quota seats will be conducted in four rounds to ensure that all available seats in medical colleges are filled. Each round has specific guidelines and procedures. Here’s a breakdown of the key steps in each round:

ROUND-1 (Start)

• Registration: Candidates must register for the main counselling, which includes payment of a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit (refunded to the account from which the payment was made).
• Choice Filling and Locking: After registration, candidates need to exercise choice filling for preferred medical colleges and lock their choices.
• Seat Allotment Process: The seat allotment process will take place based on the choices made and the availability of seats.
• Result Publication: The Round-1 result will be published on the MCC website.
• Physical Reporting: Candidates who have been allotted a seat must physically report to the allotted medical college or institute with original documents.
• Free Exit Option: Candidates who have been allotted a seat can opt for free exit and directly participate in Round-2 without any further registration.
• Upgradation Option: Candidates who are allotted a seat can opt for a willingness to upgrade to a seat in Round-2 only after physically reporting to the college.
• No Allotment: Candidates who were not allotted a seat can directly participate in Round-2 without the need for fresh registration.
• Note: Data from the joined candidates in Round-1 will be shared with all participating states.

ROUND-2 (Start)

• Eligibility: Candidates who registered for Round-1 but did not get a seat need not register again for Round-2.
• Fresh Registration: Candidates who have not registered in Round-1 or those who need to re-register (due to resignation or non-reporting) must complete fresh registration and payment for Round-2.
• Choice Filling: Fresh choice filling and locking must be done for Round-2.
• Result Publication: The result of Round-2 will be published on the MCC website.
• Physical Reporting: Candidates who are allotted a seat in Round-2 must physically report to the college with original documents.
• Seat Upgradation: If upgraded, candidates must relieve themselves from the Round-1 seat and join the Round-2 seat.
• Not Allotted: Candidates who were freshly registered but not allotted a seat can directly participate in Round-3 without the need for fresh registration.
• Note: Data from Round-2 will be shared between MCC and participating states.

ROUND-3 (Start)

• Eligibility Criteria: Candidates need to fresh register for Round-3 with the payment of the registration fee.
• Registration Requirement: Candidates who have not registered in Round-1 or Round-2, or have resigned from Round-2, need to register again.
• Choice Filling: Fresh choice filling and locking must be done for Round-3.
• Result Publication: The result for Round-3 will be published on the MCC website.
• Physical Reporting: Candidates must report to the allotted college/institute with original documents.
• Seat Upgradation: If upgraded, candidates must relieve themselves from Round-2 and join the Round-3 seat. Once joined, they cannot upgrade or resign from the seat.
• Non-Joining: Candidates who do not join their Round-3 seat will forfeit their security deposit and be eliminated from further rounds of counselling.
• No Allotment: Candidates who were freshly registered but not allotted a seat can participate in stray/further rounds.
• Note: Data from Round-3 will be shared with participating states for the stray vacancy round.

STRAY VACANCY ROUND

• Eligibility: Candidates who did not secure a seat in Round-1, Round-2, or Round-3 are eligible to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round.
• Registration: Fresh registration and choice filling will be required for the Stray Vacancy Round. Choices from Round-3 will not be considered.
• Exclusion: Candidates allotted a seat in Round-3 and did not report cannot participate in the Stray Vacancy Round.
• Allotment Process: The Stray Vacancy Round will be conducted by the MCC for Deemed Universities. Seats will be allotted online via a software system.
• Joining the Allotted Seat: Candidates allotted a seat in the Stray Round must report to the college/institute. Failure to do so will result in debarment from future NEET PG examinations and forfeiture of the security deposit.

Documents Required

Here’s a list of essential documents required for admission, as per the MCC guidelines:

• Allotment Letter issued by MCC (Essential document)
• Admit Card issued by NBE
• Result/Rank Letter issued by NBE
• Mark Sheets of BDS 1st, 2nd & 3rd Professional Examinations
• BDS Degree Certificate/Provisional Certificate (Essential document)
• Internship Completion Certificate/Certificate from the Head of Institution or College stating completion of internship by 31st March (or 15th August, 2025, as approved for this academic year)
• Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate issued by NMC/State Medical Registration Council (Provisional Registration Certificate is acceptable only for candidates undergoing internship, to be completed by 15th August 2025)
• High School/Higher Secondary Certificate/Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth (Essential document)
• Identification Proof (ID Proof), such as PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, or Aadhaar Card
• SC/ST Certificate (if applicable), issued by the competent authority in English or Hindi, certified by a Gazetted Officer (Essential document)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable), as per Central Government norms, in English or Hindi, certified by a Gazetted Officer (Essential document)
• OBC Certificate (if applicable), issued by the competent authority, ensuring the sub-caste matches the Central List of OBC; the candidate must not belong to the Creamy Layer (Essential document)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable), issued by an authorized Medical Board for 21 Benchmark Disabilities as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and NMC norms (Essential document)

NRI/OCI Sponsorship Certificate and Relevant Documents (if applicable), in original, for NRI/OCI candidates at the time of reporting/admission.

NRI & Management Quota Admission

A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore offer 15% seat under NRI quota for UG & PG courses. The eligibility for admission under the NRI Quota seats will be NRI candidates himself / herself of children of NRI whose parents are resident of Karnataka.

Priority to be given to the domicile of Karnataka. If seats remain vacant, then the same may be filled with eligible candidates of other States domicile. All the admission shall be based on merit only and reservation policy for admission shall be as per Govt. of Karnataka.

Candidates admitted under Self-Financed seats shall not be eligible for Govt. of Karnataka Stipend as well as Internship Allowance. Under NRI / NRI Sponsored category seats admitted students will not be eligible for Govt. of Karnataka Stipend and Internship Allowance. Self Financed and NRI/NRI Sponsored seats will be non-resident types. However, the hostel facility may be provided to students admitted under Self Financed / NRI seats as per suitability and availability.

NRI Candidates who wants to claim benefit for NRI quota should select “NRI” at the time of online registration and should submit the documents with the required affidavit enclosed at the time of document verification, otherwise they will not be eligible for NRI quota. Documents claiming that the sponsorer is an NRI (Passport, Visa of the sponsorer).

A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore Cut-Off 2024

Category	Round	AIR	Marks (M)
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PwD	First Round	–	–
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ST	First Round	–	–
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A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore Student List

The college has released the student list for the 2024-25 UG & PG batch, showcasing the diverse group of talented individuals who have started their medical education journey. Click here to view the complete BDS & MDS student list.

Why Choose A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore?

• Top-Ranked Institution: Recognized by the Dental Council of India and international bodies like the Malaysian Dental Council, the college is ranked 6th in NIRF 2022 and 3rd among private dental colleges in India (The Week, Hansa Research 2021).

• Global Collaborations & Research Excellence: The institute has academic tie-ups with Okayama University (Japan), Radboud University (Netherlands), Université Paul Sabatier (France), and Oman Dental College. It also collaborates with Smile Train (USA) and Cleft Children International (Switzerland) for research in cleft lip and craniofacial anomalies.

• Infrastructure: With a 425-chair dental hospital, advanced facilities like CBCT, CAD-CAM, Intraoral Scanner, Operating Microscope, and 3D Printing, and access to the 1000-bed NABH-accredited Justice K S Hegde Hospital, students receive cutting-edge clinical training.

• Community Outreach & Training: The institute runs 21 rural dental health centers and has won multiple national awards for its outreach programs, including the Sushruta Award and recognition from the Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry.

• Student-Centric Facilities: Offers Wi-Fi-enabled hostels with hygienic food, a dedicated Student Wellness Centre, an extensive library, world-class sports facilities, and free transport services, ensuring a holistic and enriching student experience.

How to reach A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore?

By Air

• The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport (IXE), approximately 25 km from the campus.
• You can hire a taxi, cab, or auto-rickshaw from the airport to reach the institute in around 45 minutes.

By Train

• The nearest railway station is Mangalore Central Railway Station (MAQ), about 13 km away.
• Another option is Mangalore Junction Railway Station (MAJN), around 15 km from the campus.
• From the railway stations, you can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local bus to reach the institute in 30-40 minutes.

By Road

• Mangalore is well-connected by NH66 and NH75, making road travel convenient.
• City buses, private cabs, and auto-rickshaws frequently operate between Mangalore city and Deralakatte.
• The institute provides free transport facilities for students via college buses from various parts of the city.

Contact Details 

• Name : A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore
• Address: Medical Sciences Complex, Deralakatte, Mangaluru – 575018, Karnataka, India
• Email ID: absmids@nitte.edu.in
• Admission Helpline no:  9667542500
• Website: https://nitte.edu.in/absmids/

Ranking & Reputation

Name of Institute	A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences Mangalore
Reputation	Good
Education	Excellent
Faculty	Good
Infrastructure	Excellent

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