Bapuji Dental College and Hospital was established in 1979 and is located in Davangere, Karnataka. It is a top ranked premium dental institute. The college has been ranked 37th by NIRF in 2024 under the Dental category, and 25th by India Today in 2024 under the Dental category. Further, Bapuji Dental College secured the 12th position by Outlook in 2016 and 16th in 2017 for Dental programs, even making it into the Top 10 between 2009-2010. The institute also has research projects with 3 international collaborations, notably with 3M ESPE (USA), Biohorizons (USA), and GC International. BDCH (a part of the Bapuji Educational Association) offers UG, PG, and PhD courses to students. These courses are provided across 9 departments. The Bapuji Dental College and Hospital provides Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programs with 100 seats, requiring 10+2 with PCB and NEET UG scores. For postgraduate studies, the Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) is offered with specializations like Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Orthodontics, and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, requiring a BDS degree and NEET MDS qualification. The institution is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka. Further, Bapuji Dental College provides BDS and MDS as flagship courses and focuses on comprehensive dental education, patient care, and research. The institute is located in a well-equipped 4-acre campus, and is designed with the latest innovations and facilities to support 332 total students. With 93 faculty members, the Bapuji Dental College and Hospital maintains a faculty-student ratio of 1:3.57, highlighting its commitment to quality education and student development in Davangere. Located in Davangere, this reputed dental college accepts NEET UG and NEET MDS scores for admissions, and conducts its own entrance exam and personal interview for PhD programs. The institute's faculty are professionals with years of clinical and academic experience. Currently, the female student population stands at 71% at Bapuji Dental College, reflecting a diverse learning environment.