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Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College & Hospital

Kolkata, West Bengal · Government · Estd 1948

· Updated on 17 Jul 2026

NIRF Rank

Avg Patient Flow

400–600/day

Total Fees

₹1.5 L

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About Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College

Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital, Kolkata was established in 1948, making it one of India's oldest dental colleges. Affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences, it is West Bengal's premier government dental institution, running BDS and MDS programmes across major dental specialities.

Campus & Clinical Facilities

The college operates from Kolkata with a well-established dental hospital covering major specialities, serving a very large urban patient base built up over more than seven decades of continuous operation.

Why Choose Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College

  • One of India's oldest dental colleges, established 1948
  • West Bengal's premier government dental institution
  • Government fee structure, among the lowest of any dental college in India
  • Very large patient base for extensive clinical exposure

Key Highlights

  • One of India's oldest dental colleges, established 1948
  • West Bengal's premier government dental institution
  • Government fee structure, among the lowest of any dental college in India
  • Affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College?

Established in 1948, Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital is one of the oldest dental colleges in India, with a long-standing reputation in eastern India.

How is admission done?

Admission is via NEET-UG score through West Bengal state-quota counselling and the MCC All India Quota process for the AIQ share.