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Namakkal Dental College

JKKN Dental College & Hospital — Namakkal District's NDC-Approved Dental College

JKKN Dental College & Hospital, established in 1987 at Komarapalayam, is one of three NDC-approved dental colleges in Namakkal district. It holds NAAC 'A' grade (CGPA 3.01, valid to February 2030), offers BDS (100 seats) and MDS (18 seats, five specialities), and reported 93.9% of its 2024-25 BDS batch placed or in higher studies (NIRF 2026).

JKKN Dental College & Hospital is in Komarapalayam, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It offers BDS and MDS programmes, approved by the National Dental Commission. Call +91 9345855001.

  • 93.9%
    PLACED OR IN HIGHER STUDIES 2024-25
  • Rs 3.6L
    BDS MEDIAN SALARY
  • In District
    NAMAKKAL DIST.
  • 2
    PROGRAMMES
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✓ NAAC Accredited (A)✓ NDC Approved✓ In Namakkal Dist.

Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai

Is There a Dental College in Namakkal?

Yes. Namakkal district has three NDC-approved dental colleges; JKKN Dental College & Hospital is the one at Komarapalayam on NH-544 (Salem–Coimbatore Highway). It is NDC approved, NAAC accredited (A), and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. Established in 1987 as part of JKKN Institutions, it offers BDS (100 seats) and MDS (5 specializations). The 200-chair teaching hospital treats 500+ patients daily.

Learn about JKKN's history →View NDC approval documents →

JKKN Dental is IN Namakkal District

Komarapalayam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu 638183

~65 km from Namakkal town • ~1.5 hours via Tiruchengode

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Key Facts — JKKN Dental College, Namakkal District

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About JKKN Dental College & Hospital

JKKN Dental College & Hospital (full legal name: J.K.K. Nattraja Dental College and Hospital) is a private dental college and teaching hospital established in 1987, located at Natarajapuram, NH-544, Komarapalayam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu 638183. The institution is approved by the National Dental Commission (NDC) and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. The teaching hospital operates 200+ dental chairs and 100+ inpatient beds, treating 500+ outpatients daily. Undergraduate admission (BDS, 100 seats) follows NEET-UG counselling. Postgraduate admission (MDS, 5 specializations) follows NEET-MDS counselling. An AI-integrated dental campus.

Location

Komarapalayam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu 638183

Established

1987 — part of JKKN Institutions (est. 1952)

Approval

National Dental Commission (NDC) approved

Accreditation

NAAC 'A' grade, CGPA 3.01, valid up to 26 February 2030

Affiliation

Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai

BDS Seats

100 seats per year

MDS

18 seats in 5 specializations

Hospital

200-chair teaching hospital, 500+ patients/day (confirmed by the college office, 2026)

Placements

93.9% placed or in higher studies (2024-25 batch)

Campus

an AI-integrated dental campus

JKKN Dental College: NDC-Approved Dental College in Namakkal District

JKKN Dental College & Hospital is located IN Namakkal district at Komarapalayam on NH-544 — it is not a college near Namakkal district, it is inside it. Established in 1987 as part of JKKN Institutions (a trust legacy since 1952), it has served Namakkal district for nearly four decades.

Namakkal district currently has three NDC-approved dental colleges — JKKN at Komarapalayam, and KSR Institute of Dental Science and Research and Vivekanandha Dental College for Women, both at Tiruchengode. JKKN Dental College & Hospital was established in 1987 and runs a 200+ chair teaching hospital on an AI-integrated campus. The hospital treats 500+ outpatients daily — learners gain real clinical experience from their very first year of the BDS programme.

CollegeWhere in Namakkal districtEstablishedCoursesAdmits
JKKN Dental College & HospitalKomarapalayam, NH-544 (~18 km from Erode, ~60 km from Salem)1987BDS (100 seats) + MDS (18 seats, 5 specialisations)Men and women
KSR Institute of Dental Science and ResearchTiruchengode—BDS + MDSMen and women
Vivekanandha Dental College for WomenElayampalayam, Tiruchengode2007BDS + MDSWomen only

All three are affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and admit through NEET counselling. Details for the other two colleges are from their own official websites (checked September 2026); JKKN figures are from this college's published records.

E-E-A-T Note: JKKN Dental College & Hospital is NDC approved (National Dental Commission), NAAC accredited with an A grade (National Assessment and Accreditation Council), and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. All programmes are regulated by Tamil Nadu DME (Directorate of Medical Education). Clinical training is conducted at the on-campus 200-chair dental hospital under qualified senior learners; their papers are listed on the Research Publications page.

  • Own Hospital

    200+ chair NDC-approved teaching hospital on campus, treating 500+ patients a day

  • Real Patient Exposure

    500+ patients treated daily — learners get hands-on clinical exposure from their very first year of BDS

  • Advanced Learning Labs

    Advanced dental learning labs, simulation equipment, and an AI-integrated dental campus

  • MDS Outcomes

    7 of 7 MDS graduates placed in 2024-25, median salary Rs 6.0 lakh (NIRF 2026)

  • Established 1987

    Part of JKKN Institutions (est. 1952), with continuous dental education in Namakkal district since 1987

  • District Location

    Located IN Namakkal district at Komarapalayam on NH-544. ~65 km from Namakkal town via Tiruchengode. Hostel available.

BDS and MDS Programmes at JKKN Dental College Namakkal

Choose the right programme for your dental career

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

Duration
5 years (4 years + 1 year internship)
Level
UG
Intake
100 seats

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology; NEET-UG qualified; Tamil Nadu DME counselling

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MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)

Duration
3 years
Level
PG
Intake
18 seats

BDS degree; NEET MDS qualified; Tamil Nadu DOGE counselling

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Fees and Admission for 2026-27 at JKKN Dental College Namakkal

BDS and MDS admission process, fee structure, and NEET requirements

Fee Structure at JKKN Dental College, Namakkal District

ProgrammeDurationSeatsFee Details
BDS5 years (4 + 1 internship)100Management quota: Rs 4,50,000 a year (day scholar) or Rs 5,50,000 (with hostel), instruments included. Government quota: as per government norms. View official fee structure →
MDS3 years18Management quota: Rs 8,50,000 a year. Government quota: as per government norms. View official fee structure →

Fee figures vary by quota (Government/Management). For official and current fee structure, visit dental.jkkn.ac.in/fees-structure/. Fees are regulated by Tamil Nadu DME and subject to change per government guidelines.

BDS Admission Process at JKKN Dental College, Namakkal

  1. 1

    Qualify NEET-UG with minimum 144 marks (General category)

  2. 2

    Register for Tamil Nadu DME counselling (state quota) or All India Quota counselling

  3. 3

    Receive allotment to JKKN Dental College & Hospital based on NEET rank

  4. 4

    Report to the campus in Komarapalayam, Namakkal district with original documents

  5. 5

    Pay fees and complete admission formalities at the college

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NEET 2026 — Qualifying Marks

NEET-UG qualifying marks for BDS admission: General category — 144 marks | SC/ST/OBC — 113 marks. NEET 2026 is scheduled for 3 May 2026. JKKN-specific cutoff ranks for 2026-27 will be updated after Tamil Nadu DME counselling concludes at www.jkkn.ai/apply/jkkn-admission-2026.

For personalised guidance on eligibility and cut-off ranks, call +91 9345855001.

Placements from JKKN Dental College, Namakkal — 93.9% Placed or in Higher Studies (2024-25 batch)

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93.9%
PLACED OR IN HIGHER STUDIES 2024-25
Rs 3.6L
BDS MEDIAN SALARY
Rs 6.0L
MDS MEDIAN SALARY
75 of 99
BDS GRADUATES PLACED 2024-25

Of the 99 BDS graduates of the 2024-25 batch, 75 were placed and 18 went on to higher studies (93.9% in all), with a median salary of Rs 3,60,000.

Source: JKKN's NIRF 2026 submission (PDF) →

How to Reach JKKN Dental College, Komarapalayam from Namakkal City

JKKN Dental College & Hospital is located in Komarapalayam, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu 638183. From Namakkal town, the campus is approximately 65 km via Tiruchengode on NH-544, about 1.5 hours by road. Regular bus services operate between Namakkal and Komarapalayam throughout the day.

JKKN Dental Campus — Namakkal District

Komarapalayam, NH-544 • ~65 km from Namakkal town • ~1.5 hours

ROUTE

NH-544 (Salem-Coimbatore Highway) — JKKN campus is on this highway at Komarapalayam, Namakkal district

BY BUS

Frequent buses from Namakkal city via Tiruchengode to Komarapalayam (~65 km, ~1.5 hours). Direct local buses and auto-rickshaws available at Komarapalayam.

NEAREST RAILWAY STATION

Salem Junction (~60 km from campus) | Erode Junction (~18 km from campus)

NEAREST AIRPORT

Coimbatore International Airport (Code: CJB) (~108 km) | Salem Airport (~60 km from campus)

CAMPUS ADDRESS

JKKN Institutions, Natarajapuram, NH-544, Komarapalayam (TK), Namakkal (DT), Tamil Nadu - 638183

Campus & Facilities

Everything you need for a world-class dental education experience

  • Modern Learning Labs

    State-of-the-art learning labs and smart learning studios

  • Digital Learning Commons

    Well-stocked learning commons with digital access and journals

  • Hostel

    Separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facility

  • Transport

    College buses connecting to Namakkal district areas and surrounding towns

  • Sports

    Playground, indoor games, gym, and annual sports events

  • WiFi Campus

    High-speed internet across the entire campus

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dental college admission in Namakkal district

Is there a dental college in Namakkal?
Yes. JKKN Dental College & Hospital is a National Dental Commission approved dental college in Namakkal district, located at Komarapalayam on NH-544. Approved by the National Dental Commission (NDC), formerly the Dental Council of India and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, it offers BDS (100 seats) and MDS (5 specializations) with a 200-chair teaching hospital treating 500+ patients daily.
Which is the best dental college in Namakkal district?
JKKN Dental College & Hospital is a National Dental Commission approved dental college in Namakkal district. Located at Komarapalayam on NH-544, it is NDC approved, NAAC accredited (A), and a NDC-approved dental college in Namakkal district. It runs a 200+ chair teaching hospital on an AI-integrated campus and has offered dental education since 1987; Namakkal district has three NDC-approved dental colleges in all.
How far is JKKN Dental College from Namakkal city?
JKKN Dental College & Hospital is located within Namakkal district at Komarapalayam on NH-544. From Namakkal town, the campus is approximately 65 km via Tiruchengode, about 1.5 hours by road. Regular bus services are available from Namakkal to Komarapalayam via Tiruchengode throughout the day.
What is the NEET cut-off for BDS at JKKN Dental?
The NEET cut-off for BDS admission at JKKN Dental College & Hospital varies each year based on Tamil Nadu DME counselling rounds. NEET 2026 is scheduled for 3 May 2026. JKKN-specific cutoff ranks for 2026-27 will be updated after counselling at www.jkkn.ai/apply/jkkn-admission-2026. Contact the admission office at +91 9345855001 for the latest information.
Does JKKN Dental have its own hospital?
Yes. JKKN Dental College & Hospital has a fully equipped 200-chair dental hospital with 100+ inpatient beds on the same campus in Namakkal district. Being in Namakkal district, the hospital draws a large patient base from the local community — learners treat 500+ patients daily and gain extensive clinical skills from their very first year. (confirmed by the college office, 2026)
What MDS specialisations are available?
JKKN Dental College & Hospital, Namakkal district, offers MDS in five specialisations: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, and Periodontics. MDS learners benefit from high patient volume and diverse clinical cases at the attached hospital.
Does JKKN Dental provide hostel for learners?
Yes. JKKN Dental provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with all amenities. Learners from Namakkal city can reach the campus in approximately 1.5 hours. College transport services connecting Namakkal district areas are also available.
How can I apply for admission at JKKN Dental?
Learners can apply online at https://dental.jkkn.ac.in/ or visit the campus in Komarapalayam, Namakkal district. Admissions for BDS and MDS 2026-27 are currently open. Call +91 9345855001 for personalised guidance on eligibility, fees, and the counselling process.
What is the fee structure for BDS at JKKN Dental College?
Management-quota BDS tuition at JKKN Dental College & Hospital for 2026-27 is Rs 4,50,000 a year for day scholars and Rs 5,50,000 with hostel, instruments included; government-quota fees follow government norms. Management-quota MDS tuition is Rs 8,50,000 a year. Full details: dental.jkkn.ac.in/fee-structure/ or +91 9345855001.
What are the placements from JKKN Dental College?
JKKN Dental College & Hospital, Namakkal district, reports 93.9% placed or in higher studies (2024-25 batch): of 99 BDS graduates, 75 were placed and 18 went on to higher studies, with a median salary of Rs 3,60,000, as filed in its NIRF 2026 submission.
What is the NAAC grade of JKKN Dental College & Hospital?
JKKN Dental College & Hospital holds NAAC 'A' grade with a CGPA of 3.01, valid up to 26 February 2030, as published on its NAAC accreditation page. It is also approved by the National Dental Commission and affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai.

Also asked: JKKN Dental NAAC grade enna?

How many MDS seats does JKKN Dental College have in each speciality?
JKKN Dental College & Hospital holds 18 MDS seats in the university's 2025-26 matrix: Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics 5, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics 5, Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge 3, Oral Medicine & Radiology 3, and Periodontology 2. Management-quota MDS tuition is Rs 8,50,000 a year.

Also asked: JKKN Dental la MDS seats evlo?

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