Namakkal Dental College
JKKN Dental College & Hospital — Namakkal District's NDC-Approved Dental College
JKKN Dental College & Hospital is one of the three NDC-approved dental colleges in Namakkal district, located at Komarapalayam on National Highway 544 (Salem–Coimbatore Highway). Approved by the National Dental Commission and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, it offers BDS (100 seats) and MDS (5 specializations). The 200-chair teaching hospital treats 500+ patients daily. Established in 1987.
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 3.6LBDS MEDIAN SALARY
- In DistrictNAMAKKAL DIST.
- 2PROGRAMMES
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, 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.
JKKN Dental is IN Namakkal District
Komarapalayam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu 638183
~65 km from Namakkal town • ~1.5 hours via Tiruchengode
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.
Komarapalayam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu 638183
1987 — part of JKKN Institutions (est. 1952)
National Dental Commission (NDC) approved
NAAC accredited
Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
100 seats per year
5 specializations
200-chair teaching hospital, 500+ patients/day
93.9% placed or in higher studies (2024-25 batch)
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.
| College | Where in Namakkal district | Established | Courses | Admits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JKKN Dental College & Hospital | Komarapalayam, NH-544 (~18 km from Erode, ~60 km from Salem) | 1987 | BDS (100 seats) + MDS (18 seats, 5 specialisations) | Men and women |
| KSR Institute of Dental Science and Research | Tiruchengode | — | BDS + MDS | Men and women |
| Vivekanandha Dental College for Women | Elayampalayam, Tiruchengode | 2007 | BDS + MDS | Women 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 (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 with 50+ publications.
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
NEET MDS Results
Strong track record in NEET MDS results and higher education placements year after year
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
View BDS Details →Enquire About This CourseMDS (Master of Dental Surgery)
- Duration
- 3 years
- Level
- PG
- Intake
- 18 seats
BDS degree; NEET MDS qualified; Tamil Nadu DOGE counselling
View MDS Specializations →Enquire About This CourseFees 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
| Programme | Duration | Seats | Fee Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDS | 5 years (4 + 1 internship) | 100 | As per Tamil Nadu DME regulations. View official fee structure → |
| MDS | 3 years | 30 | As per Tamil Nadu DOGE regulations. 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
Qualify NEET-UG with minimum 144 marks (General category)
- 2
Register for Tamil Nadu DME counselling (state quota) or All India Quota counselling
- 3
Receive allotment to JKKN Dental College & Hospital based on NEET rank
- 4
Report to the campus in Komarapalayam, Namakkal district with original documents
- 5
Pay fees and complete admission formalities at the college
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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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?
Which is the best dental college in Namakkal district?
How far is JKKN Dental College from Namakkal city?
What is the NEET cut-off for BDS at JKKN Dental?
Does JKKN Dental have its own hospital?
What MDS specialisations are available?
Does JKKN Dental provide hostel for learners?
How can I apply for admission at JKKN Dental?
What is the fee structure for BDS at JKKN Dental College?
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