Chhattisgarh Dental College & Research Institute was established in the year 2001 is situated in the outskirts of Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh has been recognized by the Dental Council of India and affiliated with Ayush Health University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Our institute provides undergraduate (BDS) that’s 100 intake and post-graduate (MDS) courses in 7 specialities of 20 students per year. 

It is an immense honor to have this opportunity to serve as the dean in CDCRI and I look forward to working with all the stakeholders to provide continuity as we move forward.

Since its founding in the year 2001, we have a fundamental goal to develop exemplary dental surgeons, specialists, researchers, and leaders through enhanced education, clinical training and research. Collectively our students and residents are successfully benefitting from the nurturing, collaborative and creative environment as well as provide our students the opportunities to be explorative discoverers with continued support from the management.

Our institution is well equipped with all the facilities and infrastructure required for research and clinical practice. We have a vast collection of books and scientific journals along with an internet facility for the students and provide a full array of educational opportunities for BDS & MDS in biomedical research. 

Our college faculty are not only educators and clinicians but also leaders in developing the knowledge that guides teaching and clinical care. We have a strong tradition of service to the community with various out-reach programs and education. 

Our graduates and PG alumni have made us proud of their significance contribution to the field of dentistry, the efficiency of their patient-centric comprehensive dental care and ensuring that the patient’s receive the most current evidence based and effective treatments. 

With a profound sense of responsibility and commitment, I believe in teamwork and mutual respect to create a brighter future for our students. With this, I look forward to advance on strong foundations of what was previously achieved and I am confident that we shall continue to grow to newer heights.

I appreciate your interest in our college and invite you to visit or contact us for additional information. I welcome you and guide you on your journey of dental professional transformation.  

Dr. Nagarathna P.J.
DEAN (Administration), Professor & HOD
Dept of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
Chhattisgarh Dental College and Research Institute
PH +91-9986889525
Email dean@cdcri.edu.in