Patna Dental College & Hospital (PDCH) is the premier and oldest Government dental institution in the state of Bihar, renowned for its commitment to affordable dental education, comprehensive clinical training, and community oral healthcare.
Established by the Government of Bihar on September 9, 1960, PDCH has played a pivotal role in shaping dental science and practice in Eastern India.
The college is located strategically in the heart of Patna, adjacent to the Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) on the main Ashok Rajpath, which fosters an interdisciplinary learning environment. PDCH is affiliated with Patna University and Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU) and is fully recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
The college boasts a robust infrastructure, including well-equipped pre-clinical and clinical laboratories, modern dental chairs in the hospital wing, and separate hostel facilities for male and female students.
The hospital serves as a critical oral healthcare center for the region, providing students with extensive hands-on experience in diagnosing and treating a high volume of patients across all dental specialties.