Anil Neerukonda Institute of Dental Sciences (ANIDS), Visakhapatnam is a well-established private dental college in Andhra Pradesh, founded in 2013 with the aim of delivering quality dental education and advanced patient care. The institution was established by Dr. N. B. R. Prasad in memory of his son, Anil Neerukonda, and has since developed into a recognized center for dental studies.
The college is affiliated with Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, and is approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI). Over the years, it has expanded its academic offerings and is now a postgraduate institution with multiple specialty departments in dental sciences.
Located in Sangivalasa near Bheemunipatnam in Visakhapatnam, the campus provides a modern learning environment supported by well-equipped laboratories, lecture halls, and library facilities. The institute focuses on combining theoretical knowledge with clinical practice to ensure comprehensive training for students.
ANIDS offers undergraduate (BDS) and postgraduate (MDS) programs across various dental specializations. Admissions are based on national-level entrance examinations such as NEET-UG and NEET-MDS, followed by centralized counselling as per state and university guidelines.
The college is associated with a teaching hospital and multiple outreach centers, providing students with hands-on clinical exposure and community-based dental care experience. With a focus on academic excellence, research, and patient service, ANIDS has emerged as one of the notable private dental institutions in Andhra Pradesh.