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NIRF #31 in Dental

SDM College of Dental Sciences & Hospital

Dharwad, Karnataka · Private · Estd 1988

★ 4.3 · Updated on 14 Jul 2026

NIRF Rank

#31

Avg Patient Flow

150–350/day

Total Fees

₹16.0 L

Rating

★ 4.3

About SDM College of Dental Sciences

SDM College of Dental Sciences and Hospital was established in 1988 in Dharwad, Karnataka, run by the Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Educational Trust, a well-regarded North Karnataka education group with a strong reputation across medical, dental, and management education. The college runs BDS and MDS programmes across major dental specialities.

SDM's broader institutional network across North Karnataka gives the dental college a strong regional professional and alumni ecosystem.

Campus & Clinical Facilities

The SDM campus in Dharwad houses a dedicated dental hospital with facilities across major specialities, alongside academic blocks typical of the broader SDM Trust's institutional infrastructure.

Why Choose SDM Dental

  • Run by the well-regarded SDM Educational Trust with strong North Karnataka presence
  • Ranked #31 nationally in NIRF 2024 Dental
  • Over three decades of dental education history
  • Strong regional professional and alumni network

Key Highlights

  • Run by the well-regarded Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Educational Trust
  • Established 1988, over three decades of dental education history
  • Ranked #31 in NIRF 2024 Dental
  • Strong North Karnataka regional reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SDM Trust?

The Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Educational Trust is a well-regarded North Karnataka education group running medical, dental, management, and other professional institutions, associated with the Dharmasthala temple town's broader philanthropic and educational activities.