Chettinad Dental College & Research Institute (NAAC Accredited "A+" Grade Institution) was established in 2007 by the visionary organization Rajah Muthiah Chettiar Charitable Trust. It is a global center of excellence in learning, teaching, research, healthcare, and community service. Our institution is affiliated with Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai and authorized by the Dental Council of India, which offers 100 undergraduate seats (BDS) and 23 postgraduate seats (MDS) annually. The faculty and students of this institution fulfill their noble vision of becoming pioneers in the field of dental education and research.

Our mission is to establish ourselves as the institution of choice for academics, staff, and the general public. Our vision is to advance national development while pursuing our principles of integrity, transparency, quality, teamwork, execution with passion, and personal touch. Our ambition is to become a global leader of excellence in dental education and research.