Government Dental College, Kozhikode

Diploma in Dental Operatory Room Assistant (DORA)

UG
Duration: 2 Years

Program Overview

Stream

Medical

Duration

2 Years

Total Fees


Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and English as compulsory subjects.
  • Must have secured a minimum 45% aggregate marks in Class 12 for General/OBC/EWS category (40% for SC/ST/PwD).
  • Must have completed at least 17 years of age on or before December 31 of the year of admission.
  • Kerala nativity or domicile is preferred for state quota seats.
  • Must be a citizen of India.
  • Admission is merit-based on Class 12 scores as per CEE Kerala or GDC Kozhikode norms. NEET UG is not required for this diploma program.

Admission Process

The Diploma in Dental Operatory Room Assistant (DORA) is a specialized paramedical diploma program offered at Government Dental College, Kozhikode. A Dental Operatory Room Assistant (also known as a Chairside Assistant or Dental Surgery Assistant) is a trained dental auxiliary who works directly alongside dental surgeons in the clinic and dental operatory to facilitate smooth patient care and clinical procedures. Responsibilities include sterilization and maintenance of dental instruments, chairside assistance during dental procedures, patient positioning, aspiration and suction during treatment, preparation and handling of dental materials and impression materials, maintenance of dental records, dental radiography assistance, infection control protocols, and patient communication. Admission to DORA is merit-based on Class 12 aggregate scores. CEE Kerala or GDC Kozhikode level counselling is conducted for seat allotment. NEET UG is not required. Candidates must register on the GDC Kozhikode admissions portal or submit the application directly to the college office during the admission window. A merit list is prepared and published. Shortlisted candidates must report with original documents for verification and pay fees to confirm admission. DORA diploma holders are eligible for employment in government dental hospitals, private dental clinics, dental college OPDs, community health centres, and armed forces dental units. The program is DCI recognized and affiliated to KUHS, Thrissur.

Detailed Fee Structure

Annual Fee: Rs. 5,000 - Rs. 8,000 / Year approx. (as per Kerala Government diploma fee norms for paramedical courses) | Total fee for 2-year diploma course: Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 16,000 approx. | Other charges (examination fee, library fee, miscellaneous): Rs. 2,000 - Rs. 3,000 / Year | Hostel Fee: Available for female students at GDC campus hostel at Rs. 1,500 - Rs. 2,500 / Month approx. including mess | Grand Total including all charges and hostel for full 2-year course: Rs. 50,000 - Rs. 70,000 approx. | Note: Exact year-wise fee breakdown for DORA to be confirmed from GDC Kozhikode directly at www.gdckozhikode.in or 0495-2350320 as Kerala Government revises paramedical diploma fees periodically.

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