PMS COLLEGE OF DENTAL SCIENCE AND RESEARCH
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PMS COLLEGE OF DENTAL SCIENCE AND RESEARCH

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Established in 2002, PMS College of Dental Science and Research is Kerala's first and premier self-financing dental institution. A unit of the NRI Service and Educational Trust, guided by visionary Chairman Dentashreshta Dr. P.S. Thaha, the college is recognized by the DCI and affiliated with KUHS. It is the first dental college in Kerala to achieve NAAC accreditation for Health Education, currently holding an “A” grade for quality education and patient care. Ranked among India's top 40 dental institutions by India Today, PMS College has dedicated the past 21 years to shaping knowledgeable, skilled, and confident Global Dentists of Tomorrow.

Academic Programs & Research Excellence

Our students consistently bring laurels to the institution, boasting university top ranks and stellar pass percentages across all academic years. We offer comprehensive BDS and MDS degrees across eight distinct specialties, alongside value-added Para-dental Diplomas for Dental Hygienists, Dental Mechanics, and Dental Operating Room Assistants. Deeply dedicated to advanced research, our college is a recognized KUHS center for Ph.D. studies in six dental specialties. Furthermore, we champion scientific innovation and are proudly recognized as a Scientific Industrial Research Organization by the Government of India (DSIR), as well as an approved innovation center by the Kerala Start-Up Mission (KSUM). This strong research culture is actively fostered among our student body, reflected in their consistent participation in prestigious ICMR short-term research projects.

International & Local Collaborations

To provide an enriched, eclectic exposure to our students and faculty, we maintain standing Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with several internationally reputed institutions. Our global partnerships include Genova University in Italy, Rutgers University in the USA, and the European Medical Laser Association (EMLA). We also proudly collaborate with the College of Medicine & Dentistry in the U.K., where our institution serves as a recognized qualifying exam center for the MSc in Advanced General Dental Practice. Locally, our strong collaboration with the Government District Hospital at Peroorkada, Trivandrum, ensures that our students receive extensive, hands-on clinical exposure across all areas of oral healthcare.

Research, Innovation & Recognitions

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Facilitates numerous student research projects under the prestigious ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) short-term studentship program.

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Recognized as a Scientific Industrial Research Organization by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Government of India.

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Approved by the Kerala Start-Up Mission (KSUM) as an innovative and entrepreneurship development center for oral healthcare.

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Granted the prestigious 2(f) Status by the University Grants Commission (UGC), making the institution eligible for UGC grants, R&D funding, and student scholarships/fellowships.

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The first dental college in Kerala to achieve NAAC Accreditation for Health Education, currently holding an "A" grade for quality patient care and education.

Campus highlights

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Features a massive, lush green campus spread over 300,000 square feet (3 lakh sq. ft.).

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Houses dedicated departments for all dental specialties and related sciences.

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Operates innovative, comprehensive clinics designed for patient treatment and hands-on student clinical exposure.

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Staffed by a well-trained, experienced teaching faculty.

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Provides extensive student and patient amenities, including: Well-equipped library , Hostels , Gym and Yoga center , Swimming pool and sports turf and Buggy service for on-campus transport

Location

Nestled in the serene Golden Hills of Vattappara, Thiruvananthapuram, the PMS College of Dental Science and Research spans a lush, 300,000-square-foot eco-friendly campus. This state-of-the-art "Green Campus" seamlessly integrates advanced academic and clinical facilities—such as comprehensive dental clinics and a 3D Bio-Printing lab—with robust sustainability initiatives like a 200 kW solar power plant and an on-site biogas facility. Designed for inclusivity and holistic well-being, the fully accessible grounds feature an internal buggy service, modern hostels, and premium recreational amenities including a gym, yoga center, and sports turf, providing an ideal environment for both academic focus and personal growth.

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