BDS Admission Circular 2024-25

The BDS Admission Circular 2024-25 is now available from the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) in Bangladesh. The online application will open on January 15, 2025 and close on February 10. The BDS Admission Test will happen on March 3, 2025. This post has all the important information about the BDS Admission Circular in Bangladesh.

BDS Admission 2025 Key Dates

To successfully apply for BDS admission, it's important to note the following dates from the Admission Circular:

• Beginning of Online Application: January 15, 2025
• Application Deadline: February 03, 2025
• Last Date of Online Payment: February 04, 2025
• Admit Card Download: February 25 to February 27, 2025
• Date of Admission Test: March 3, 2025

Mark these dates in your calendar if you intend to apply for the BDS program.

BDS Admission Requirements

To apply for BDS admission, certain minimum requirements must be met. Here, we provide all the details of the BDS admission requirements.

• Complete HSC/A-level/equivalent in 2023 with SSC/O-level/equivalent in 2021, or HSC/A-level/equivalent in 2022 with SSC/equivalent in 2020.
• Have a Science background, including Biology, Physics, and Chemistry in HSC/A-level/equivalent.
• Combined GPA of at least 9.00 in SSC/equivalent and HSC/equivalent (8.00 for tribal candidates, with no individual GPA below 3.50).
• Minimum grade point of 4.0 in Biology in HSC/equivalent.
• Be a Bangladeshi citizen.

BDS Admission Test Marks Distribution

The dental admission test is a 1-hour exam with 100 multiple-choice questions, covering Biology (30 marks), Chemistry (25 marks), Physics (20 marks), English (15 marks), and General Knowledge (10 marks). Incorrect answers result in a 0.25 mark deduction. Aim for a minimum of 40 out of 100 to pass, and your final merit list considers SSC and HSC exam grades.

• Biology: 30 marks
• Chemistry: 25 marks
• Physics: 20 marks
• English: 15 marks
• Bangladesh History & Liberation War: 10 marks
• Total Marks: 100

These subject-specific marks contribute to your overall score, and achieving a competitive score is essential for admission to dental colleges. It's crucial to prepare thoroughly for each subject to maximise your chances of success in the dental admission test.

BDS Admission Circular Download

The BDS admission circular is exclusively published by DGHS, and we have obtained it directly from their official website for your convenience. You can download the BDS admission circular from the link below to access all the instructions and details.

For your help, we have provided the full PDF link here. You can download pdf by clicking here

Necessary Documents for the BDS Admission

Following the official notice, here's a detailed list of required documents for BDS admission in Bangladesh:

• Attested copies of SSC/O-level/equivalent and HSC/A-level/equivalent certificates and mark sheets. Ensure the mark sheets clearly show subject-wise marks and GPA.
• Recent passport-sized photographs.
• Valid national identity card (NID) or birth certificate.
• Application fee payment receipt (online or mobile SMS application).
• Equivalence certificate (if applicable).
• Character certificate from the educational institution last attended.
• Quota certificate (if applying under any quota).
• Migration certificate (if applicable).
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if employed).
• Disability certificate (if applicable).

Important Notes

• All documents must be original or certified copies.
• Incomplete applications or applications with missing documents may be rejected.
• Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records.

Dental Admission Online Application Process

Applying for BDS Dental Admission offers two methods: Online Application and Mobile SMS. The Online Application involves applying through selected websites, while the Mobile SMS method requires sending an SMS from a Teletalk mobile number.

To apply online follow the below steps

• Visit http://dgme.teletalk.com.bd
• Apply online between January 15, 2025, and February 03, 2025.
• Pay BDT 1,000/- using a Teletalk Sim.
• Download your admit card between June 30 and July 2, 2025.
• Take the written test on May 5, 2025, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

Application By Mobile SMS

Students can also apply for admission using mobile SMS. The process is as follows.

• Send an SMS to 16222 from your Teletalk number.
• Type: Apply BDS <space> HSC Roll No. <space> HSC Registration No. <space> HSC Board Name <space> HSC Passing Year.
• Example: Apply BDS 123456 789012 Dhaka 2022.
• You'll receive a confirmation message if successful.

Application Fee Payment

• BDT 1,000/- through:
• Online payment gateway (online applications).
• Teletalk mobile sim (mobile SMS applications).
• Bank draft or pay order (equivalence certificate applications).

Instructions for Second Time Examinees

If you are applying for BDS admission for the second time, it is important to select the "Second Time Examinee" option during the application process. This option is specifically for candidates who are taking the admission test for the second time. Be sure to choose this option to ensure that your application is processed correctly.

Public and Private Dental Colleges in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has 5 public and 22 well-known private dental colleges. People who want to become dentists have different options for where to study. Public colleges are popular because they have a good reputation and are affordable. But private colleges are getting more attention too.

This list gives details about both types of colleges, like how many seats they have and links to their websites for more info.

Public Dental Colleges:

Popular Private Dental Colleges:

Admit Card & Result

Getting ready for the Dental Admission Test? Here's what you need to know about your admit card and result:

• Applicants can download their admit card from the official website http://dgme.teletalk.com.bd/bds/main.php within the time frame.
• The admit card will contain important information such as the candidate's name, roll number, exam date, time, and venue.
• Candidates must bring their admit card to the exam centre along with a valid photo ID.
• Candidates who lose their admit card can request a duplicate from the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
• The result of the BDS admission test will be published on the DGHS website www.dghs.gov.bd.
• Candidates can check their result using their roll number.
• The shortlisted candidates will be called for counselling and seat allocation.

The BDS admission circular 2024-25 is a helpful guide for students who want to join dental colleges in Bangladesh. It includes dates, what you need academically, details about the exams, fees, and how many seats are available. This circular makes it simpler for anyone interested in applying.