The institution has clearly defined goals and objectives which are reflected in all its academic programs. The institute strictly follows guidelines laid down by the University & DCI in all its spheres including curriculum design, development, and revision of the curriculum. The institution follows a specific timetable for the effective delivery of the curriculum. Director academics monitors the quality of curriculum planning & implementation as per DCI (Dental Council of India) and the affiliated university’s norm. At the end of the academic year, feedback is collected from the students & faculty members on the course & curriculum. Based on the feedback remedial actions are initiated and implemented as per the academic policy of the institution. Courses generally progress in sequence, building competencies, and their positioning indicates certain academic maturity on the part of the students. Students are expected to follow the terminal-wise schedule of the course. The performance of the students is evaluated through internal assessment, this pattern ensures the timely completion of the course and methodical preparation for the students too. It also addresses employability, innovation, research, community needs, etc. The institute follows global trends in Dental Education, thereby using the latest materials, equipment, and techniques for imparting education to the students. The institute regularly organizes various Webinars and Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programs which assist in knowledge enhancement as well as the development of clinical skills. Seminars and weekly/monthly case discussions which are purely subject-oriented and involve eminent faculty in the field enable them to learn practical procedures before doing it on patients. Apart from this, the institute also takes the initiative towards the overall personality development, addressing the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the student by celebrating various National Health Programs and also by organizing annual cultural and sports week. Adequate emphasis is laid on patient safety; early clinical exposure has been the hallmark of clinical teaching at IDS. The introduction of early patient contact (etc) in the programs is the result of the feedback received from the alumni of the college.

Program Goals

Goal 1: To provide quality dental education and research facilities with a focus on ethics and morality

1. a) To provide a contemporary outcome-based curriculum in dental education matching global standards in terms of content, coverage, level, and practice.
2. b) To develop the essence of ethics, accountability, and morality within the young dentists for the perpetuation of quality dental education and community health.
3. c) To imbibe innovation and best practices in dental research in professional dental education to promote evidence-based dentistry.

Goal 2: To provide quality dental healthcare services with a focus on evidence-based dentistry.

1. a) To provide quality dental healthcare to the community members of Jammu and Kashmir in general and Jammu City in particular.
2. b) To develop collaboration among the stakeholders for comprehensive awareness of oral health care in the community.
3. c) To facilitate the culture of evidence-based dentistry among dental practitioners and faculty members of the institute.

Goal 3: To provide Community development services in dental healthcare and hygiene.

1. a) To work with a sense of commitment to conjuring and combating dental-related diseases and hygiene among the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir.

Goal 4: To impart experiential learning to the students with a focus on imparting knowledge, skills, and competencies.

1. a) To deliver the academic program with the latest gadgets and equipment to provide experiential learning to the students during the pre-clinical and clinical stages of dental education.
2. b) To provide internship and /or student exchange opportunities to further the cause of academic excellence through student exchange programs.

Goal 5: To promote high-quality dental practice with a focus on patient-centered care.

1. a) To provide supervision by expert faculty members in imparting the knowledge, skills, and competencies required in dental practice.
2. b) To create a culture of patient-centered care for comprehensive diagnostics, treatment planning, and implementation in the process of curing a dental disease.