MDS Oral Medicine and Radiology at MCODS

Mangalore

Define Tomorrow’s Standards in Oral Medicine and Radiology

The Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) Oral Medicine and Radiology in Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS), MAHE is a three-year postgraduate program that bridges dentistry and medicine. You gain clinical expertise in diagnosing and managing oral and maxillofacial diseases, with training in advanced imaging such as CBCT.

Our program builds diagnostic precision, research ability, and clinical empathy while emphasizing quality care, scientific reasoning, and patient-centred practice for comprehensive oral health management.

Program Highlights

Integrated Medical–Dental Approach: You learn to assess how oral health reflects systemic conditions, enabling you to make accurate clinical judgments that improve patient outcomes.

Advanced Imaging Expertise: You gain hands-on experience in digital and 3D imaging, including CBCT, to strengthen your ability to diagnose and plan treatments with clarity and precision.

Clinical Training with Simulation: You practice radiographic techniques using mannequins before treating patients, building confidence and ensuring procedural accuracy in real clinical settings.

Research and Academic Inquiry: You take part in seminars, journal clubs, and case discussions that enhance your analytical skills and strengthen your approach to evidence-based care.

Expert Mentorship: You learn directly from experienced faculty who guide you in clinical reasoning, patient management, and collaborative medical practice.

Specialised Competencies

Structured training in radiographic techniques using simulation-based learning modules before moving to patient cases.

Research Infrastructure

Participate in diagnostic research and case-based projects using state-of-the-art imaging units and clinical facilities.

Clinical Training

Clinical rotations offer experience in patient management, diagnostic evaluation, and interdisciplinary treatment planning.

Specialised Competencies

Structured training in radiographic techniques using simulation-based learning modules before moving to patient cases.

Specialised Competencies

Structured training in radiographic techniques using simulation-based learning modules before moving to patient cases.

Program Details

Outcomes
Careers

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Master diagnostic and interpretive skills for orofacial and systemic disorders.

Develop expertise in advanced maxillofacial imaging technologies.

Enhance communication and teamwork abilities within clinical settings.

Inculcate a research-oriented mindset through case documentation and presentations.

Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology

MCODS Mangalore's Oral Medicine & Radiology integrates advanced diagnostics, CBCT imaging, clinical training, patient care, and research in oral and maxillofacial conditions.

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Admissions Path

Qualify NEET PG 2026

Online Registration & Choice Filling by candidates on MCC / KEA portal

Online counseling & Seat allotment

Reporting to the Institute

Admission Formalities

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment.

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment.

Program Eligibility

Qualification

You must have successfully completed BDS from a university recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:

Your internship must be completed on or before the date specified by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
You must hold a Permanent Registration Certificate for your BDS qualification issued by the Dental Council of India (DCI) or a State Dental Council.

You must appear for NEET PG 2027 and secure the required cutoff. Complete online registration and choice filling on the MCC/KEA portal. Participate in online counselling and seat allotment conducted by MCC/KEA.

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3

Curriculum details will be updated shortly

Program Duration

3 years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 26,14,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 72,350

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Children of MAHE Alumni
Merit Scholarship for Post Graduate (PG) Medical / Dental and Super Specialty Programs
Konkani Speaking Students

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

The award of Fee Waiver for the subsequent years will be the same as given at the time of admission in the first year. Scholarship will be extended in the subsequent year only to those students who have cleared all subjects in the University Examinations of previous year before the due date for payment of annual program fee. Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for fee waiver for that academic year. Fee Waiver will be forfeited in the instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

In case the candidate leaves the course before the course completion (for any reason), he / she MUST reimburse the total program fee (as per Prospectus 2025) for the years of scholarship utilized, back to MAHE Manipal.

To Know More

100 CR⁺

Worth of Scholarships

25⁺

Program Highlights

Integrated Medical–Dental Approach: You learn to assess how oral health reflects systemic conditions, enabling you to make accurate clinical judgments that improve patient outcomes.

Advanced Imaging Expertise: You gain hands-on experience in digital and 3D imaging, including CBCT, to strengthen your ability to diagnose and plan treatments with clarity and precision.

Clinical Training with Simulation: You practice radiographic techniques using mannequins before treating patients, building confidence and ensuring procedural accuracy in real clinical settings.

Research and Academic Inquiry: You take part in seminars, journal clubs, and case discussions that enhance your analytical skills and strengthen your approach to evidence-based care.

Expert Mentorship: You learn directly from experienced faculty who guide you in clinical reasoning, patient management, and collaborative medical practice.

Specialised Competencies

Structured training in radiographic techniques using simulation-based learning modules before moving to patient cases.

Research Infrastructure

Participate in diagnostic research and case-based projects using state-of-the-art imaging units and clinical facilities.

Clinical Training

Clinical rotations offer experience in patient management, diagnostic evaluation, and interdisciplinary treatment planning.

Specialised Competencies

Structured training in radiographic techniques using simulation-based learning modules before moving to patient cases.

Specialised Competencies

Structured training in radiographic techniques using simulation-based learning modules before moving to patient cases.

Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology

MCODS Mangalore's Oral Medicine & Radiology integrates advanced diagnostics, CBCT imaging, clinical training, patient care, and research in oral and maxillofacial conditions.

Know more

Admissions Path

Qualify NEET PG 2026

Online Registration & Choice Filling by candidates on MCC / KEA portal

Online counseling & Seat allotment

Reporting to the Institute

Admission Formalities

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment.

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment.

Program Eligibility

Qualification

You must have successfully completed BDS from a university recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:

Your internship must be completed on or before the date specified by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
You must hold a Permanent Registration Certificate for your BDS qualification issued by the Dental Council of India (DCI) or a State Dental Council.

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3

Curriculum details will be updated shortly

Program Duration

3 years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 26,14,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 72,350

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Children of MAHE Alumni
Merit Scholarship for Post Graduate (PG) Medical / Dental and Super Specialty Programs
Konkani Speaking Students

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Withdrawal Policy

To Know More

100 CR⁺

Worth of Scholarships

25⁺