GDCH Guwahati
Government Dental College & Hospital
At a glance
- Established
- 1956
- College type
- Government
- Programs offered
- BDS
- Total seats
- 50
- Affiliated to
- Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS)
- Recognised by
- NDC
- Admission routes
- AIQ (MCC), STATE Quota
- Location
- Guwahati, Assam
About GDCH Guwahati
Government Dental College & Hospital (GDCH) in Guwahati — also called Regional Dental College — is the oldest government dental institution in Assam and one of the leading dental colleges in NE India. Established in 1956 and recognised by NDC, it offers BDS at the undergraduate level and MDS seats in select specialties. State quota BDS seats are filled through Assam DME; AIQ seats through MCC. Notably, 18 of the 50 seats are reserved as NE Quota for students from NE states other than Assam.
Seat matrix
| Program | Total Seats | State Quota | AIQ | Management | PG Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BDS | 50 | 24 | 8 | — | 7 specialties |
Bond details
No compulsory service bond
Hostel & accommodation
Hostel availability information not confirmed. Contact the college directly.
Key facts
Oldest government dental college in Assam (est. 1956)
NDC-recognised; MDS programs in 7 specialties (AY 2025-26)
50 total BDS seats: 8 AIQ, 18 NE Quota (other NE states), 24 Assam state quota (Session 2025)
Also known as Regional Dental College, Guwahati
NE India perspective
GDCH Guwahati is the most prominent government BDS option in NE India. Uniquely, 18 of the 50 BDS seats are reserved as NE Quota — specifically for students from NE states other than Assam (Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim). This makes GDCH one of the few government colleges with a dedicated NE quota, and a strong target for NE students seeking a government dental seat near home. MDS programs are available in 7 specialties through AIQ and state quota.
How to apply
Admission at GDCH Guwahati is through the following counselling routes.
Location & affiliation
- Address
- AK Azad Road, Bhangagarh, Guwahati, Assam 781032
- Affiliated to
- Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS)
- Recognised by
- NDC
- Established
- 1956
Estimated data — last updated 2026-07-02
Fee, bond, hostel and cut-off data are based on best available information as of June 2026. Some figures are estimates — always verify directly with the college or respective DME/MCC.