PMS College of Dental Science & Research

What PMS College of Dental Science & Research does

PMS College of Dental Science & Research is a private, self-financing dental education and research institution established in 2002 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Founded by Dr. P.S. Thaha under the NRI Service and Educational Trust, it was the first self-financing dental college in Kerala and currently operates with 100 BDS seats (enhanced from 40 in 2011), 23 MDS seats across 8 specialties, PhD programs in 6 specialties, and diploma courses for dental hygienists, mechanics, and operating room assistants. The institution is affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and holds an unusually dense stack of regulatory credentials — DCI recognition, NAAC A-grade (Cycle II, 2022), UGC 2(f) status (2024), DSIR-SIRO recognition (2023), and a 2025 DST FIST grant of Rs 1.04 Crore — making it the first dental college in Kerala to achieve several of these distinctions.

The institution runs a three-tier clinical delivery model (Priority Clinic, Comprehensive Clinic, PG Clinic) supported by an attached hospital, mobile dental van, Kotoor Satellite Centre, and specialized clinics for geriatrics, aesthetics, tobacco cessation, TMJ disorders, NRI patients, and differently-abled patients. It operates a Learning Management System hosted on Amazon Cloud with KOHA library management, EBSCO and DELNET research databases, and a DSPACE institutional repository. International collaborations span the University of Genova (Italy, since 2013 for Laser Dentistry/Implantology), Rutgers University (USA, since 2016 for student exchange), Ulster University (UK, since 2023 as a designated exam centre for MSc Advanced General Dental Practice), and Can Tho University (Vietnam, 2025).

Revenue is generated across five streams: BDS/MDS/diploma tuition (recurring), clinical patient services (transactional, with BPL subsidies), research grants from ICMR, DST, CSIR, KUHS, and KDISC, Continuing Dental Education programs (professional services with Kerala Dental Council credit points), and diploma/certificate courses. Pricing for clinical services is tiered — free treatment for BPL Yellow Card holders up to Rs 500, 30% discounts and free extractions for Pink Card holders, and a subscription-style Priority Clinic for premium patients. The institution markets primarily through the Kerala CEE centralized counselling system, community outreach via the SUSMERAM rural health survey program, and digital presence. Headcount sits in the 101-250 range and the college ranked 33rd nationally in the India Today 2025 survey.

Name

PMS College of Dental Science & Research

Legal name

PMS College of Dental Science & Research

Website

https://pmscollege.ac.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

PMS College of Dental Science & Research is a private dental education institution in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, offering BDS, MDS (8 specialties), PhD, diploma courses, and clinical dental services through an attached hospital, satellite clinic, and mobile dental van.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Education and Dental Healthcare Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (62121), Offices of Dentists (621210), Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (622310), Scientific Research and Development Services (5417)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-General Medical & Surgical Hospitals, Nec (8062)

akta.pro primary industry

Dental Schools (EDAHAGAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pediatric Dentistry Academic/Teaching Clinics (HLABAGAL), Community & Public Health Dentistry Clinics (FQHC/School-Based/Nonprofit) (HLABAAAF), Dental Assisting (EDAOAJAJ), Healthcare & Clinical Professional Development (CME/CE) (EDAGANAJ), Periodontal Maintenance Therapy (HLABAHAB)

Keywords

• Dental education programs
• Undergraduate dental degree
• Postgraduate dental specialization
• Dental healthcare services
• Oral healthcare research

Headquarters

HQ city

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Academic Tuition and Fees: BDS and MDS course fees from student enrollments through CEE Kerala government counselling system with government quota and management quota seats
2. Clinical Patient Services: Dental treatment services through attached hospital with Priority Clinic, Comprehensive Clinic, and PG Clinic. Free/subsidized treatment for BPL patients
3. Research Grants: Funding from ICMR, DST FIST (1.04 Cr in 2025), CSIR PhD grant (13.7 Lakhs), KUHS research projects, and K-DISC grants
4. Continuing Dental Education Programs: CDE programs organized for dental professionals with Kerala Dental Council credit points, generating revenue while advancing professional development
5. Diploma and Certificate Courses: Para-dental courses (Dental Hygienist, Dental Mechanic, Dental Operating Room Assistant) and value-added programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

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Core offering

PMS College of Dental Science & Research is a dental education and healthcare institution delivering BDS (undergraduate), MDS (8 postgraduate specialties), PhD (6 specialties), diploma, and certificate dental programs, alongside clinical dental care services through attached hospital clinics and community outreach programs. It also conducts dental research supported by ICMR, DST, and CSIR grants, with international academic collaborations and a Continuing Dental Education program for practicing professionals.

Product overview

PMS College of Dental Science & Research is a dental education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs and healthcare services. The core offerings include BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) undergraduate program and MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) postgraduate programs across 8 specialties, along with PhD programs in 6 dental specialties. The institution also provides diploma courses in para-dental fields (Dental Hygienist, Dental Mechanic, Dental Operating Room Assistant) and various add-on/value-added courses. Healthcare services are delivered through a tiered clinic system comprising Comprehensive Clinics, Priority Clinics, and PG Clinics, supplemented by specialized clinics including Tobacco Cessation, Geriatric, Aesthetic, TMJ, Oral Hygiene, MaxCare, LifeCare, NRI, and Divyangjan Clinics. The institution offers advanced dental services such as Laser Dentistry, Dental Implantology, and Periodontal Microsurgery. International programs include student exchange with Rutgers University and MSc qualification with Ulster University. Community outreach is delivered through mobile dental vans and the Susmeram program. Academic support infrastructure includes a digital library with multiple database subscriptions and a comprehensive LMS.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
• MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)
• PhD Program in Dental Sciences
• Para-Dental Diploma Courses Para-dental courses including Diploma in Dental Hygienist, Dental Mechanic, and Dental Operating Room Assistant, approved by Health and Family Welfare, Government of Kerala for allied dental professionals.
• Comprehensive Dental Clinic Services One-stop clinical services providing all dental specialties under one roof through a three-tier system: Priority Clinic (premium expedited service with experienced faculty), Comprehensive Clinic (integrated holistic care), and PG Clinics (advanced treatments by postgraduate students under faculty supervision).
• Specialized Dental Clinics Specialty clinics including Tobacco Cessation Clinic (screening, counseling, nicotine replacement therapy), Geriatric Clinic (elderly care), Aesthetic Clinic (cosmetic dentistry), Oral Hygiene Clinic (preventive care), TMJ Clinic (temporomandibular disorders), MaxCare Clinic (expedited appointments), LifeCare Clinic (comprehensive care), NRI Clinic (non-resident Indian patients), and Divyangjan Clinic (differently-abled patients with wheelchair accessible dental chairs).
• Mobile Dental Clinic Services Fully equipped mobile dental van for rural outreach programs providing dental screening and treatment camps in rural communities, supporting the SUSMERAM community health initiative in Vembayam Panchayat.
• Satellite Dental Centre Satellite dental clinic at Kotoor extending dental services to additional community locations beyond the main campus.
• Laser Dentistry Program Certificate course and clinical services in laser dentistry pioneered in Kerala, offered in association with University of Genova, Italy, including international faculty exchange.
• Dental Implantology Program Diploma program in implantology and the Integrated Centre for Oral Implantology with hands-on exposure to various implantology protocols coordinated across Prosthodontics, Periodontics, and OMFS departments, in association with University of Genova, Italy.
• Continuing Dental Education (CDE) Programs Ongoing professional development programs for practicing dental practitioners including webinars, workshops, hands-on training, and credit point courses recognized by Kerala Dental Council.
• MSc in Advanced General Dental Practice International postgraduate qualification program in partnership with College of Medicine & Dentistry (CoMD), Ulster University, UK, with PMS College serving as a designated exam center.
• Student Exchange Program International academic exchange program with Rutgers University, USA, providing global exposure and cross-cultural dental education experience for enrolled students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% student placement and university examination pass rates achieved consistently
• +4 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered regional and core.

• Can Tho University, VietnamregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025MoU signed in 2025 for international academic collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• College of Medicine & Dentistry (CoMD), Ulster University, UKcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023MoU signed in 2023 establishing institution as Designated Exam Centre for MSc in Advanced General Dental Practice. Qualifying exam centre for international certification.
• Saveetha Dental CollegeregionalStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017MoU signed for academic collaboration and research partnerships between institutions.
• Rutgers University, USAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Student exchange program launched in 2016. Dr. Anil Ardeshna, PG Program Director, has visited the institution for academic collaboration.
• University of Genova, ItalycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013MoU for Laser Dentistry and Implantology programs. Started Diploma courses in Laser Dentistry and Implantology. International faculty exchange and research collaboration.
• SCTIMST TIMEDregionalTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration with Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology for technology and research integration.
• Government District Hospital, Peroorkada, TrivandrumregionalImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAffiliated government hospital for clinical training of students and patient referral services.
• Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS)coreOthersAffiliation for BDS, MDS and PhD programs. University examinations conducted through KUHS portal. Research centre recognition.
• Kerala Start-Up Mission (KSUM)regionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitution approved as Innovation Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC) for contributions towards innovation in oral healthcare.
• Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR)coreOthersDSIR-SIRO certification received in 2023 - first dental college in Kerala to achieve this recognition.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• KLE Society's Institute of Dental Sciences, Bangalore: KLE Institute of Dental Sciences is a long-established private dental college offering BDS, MDS, and PhD programs. Comparable to PMS as a traditional Indian dental education institution with attached teaching hospital and university affiliation.
• Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Pune: Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College is a major private Indian dental institution offering BDS, MDS, and PhD with attached hospital and strong research output. Directly comparable to PMS as a multi-specialty private dental college ranked in national surveys.
• Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Dental): Meenakshi Academy includes a deemed university with dental college offering BDS, MDS, and PhD. Comparable to PMS as a South Indian dental education institution with attached hospital and multi-specialty clinical services, competing for the same regional student pool.
• Government Dental College, Trivandrum: Government Dental College Trivandrum is Kerala's government-run dental college and is the founder-Chairman Dr. P.S. Thaha's alma mater. It is comparable to PMS as a Kerala-based dental institution offering BDS, MDS, and clinical services in the same regional catchment, though public vs. private in structure.
• Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal: Manipal College of Dental Sciences is a leading private dental college offering BDS, MDS, and PhD programs with extensive research and international collaborations. It is directly comparable to PMS as a high-ranked private Indian dental institution with attached hospital, specialty clinics, and broad alumni network.
• Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere: Bapuji Dental College is a well-established private dental institution offering BDS, MDS, and PhD with significant research output. Comparable to PMS as an established Indian dental college competing for ranking position, students, and faculty talent.
• Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences: Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences is a top-ranked Indian government dental college affiliated with a major medical university, offering BDS/MDS programs with attached hospital. Directly comparable to PMS as a top-40 ranked Indian dental college with strong research and teaching-hospital model.
• Christian Dental College, Ludhiana: Christian Dental College Ludhiana is a private (mission-run) Indian dental institution offering BDS, MDS, and diploma programs. Comparable to PMS as a faith-/trust-run private dental college with attached hospital and community outreach programs serving underserved populations.
• Saveetha Dental College: Saveetha Dental College in Chennai is one of India's largest and highest-ranked private dental colleges. It is directly comparable because PMS already maintains an MoU with Saveetha for academic collaboration, and both operate large-scale BDS/MDS programs with attached hospitals, research infrastructure, and multi-specialty clinics.
• SRM Dental College, Chennai: SRM Dental College is part of the SRM group and offers BDS, MDS, and PhD programs with strong research and digital dentistry infrastructure. Directly comparable as a large private Indian dental college competing for the same national student pool and ranking position as PMS.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

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Profiles10 records

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