KLE Vishwanath Katti Institute Of Dental Sciences & Hospital (VKIDS) ( Formerly known as KLE Society’s Dental College & Hospital, Belgaum; KLE Institute of Dental Sciences, Belgaum).A Constituent Unit of KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research (KAHER).Ranked No. 28 college in the dental category of NIRF- 2022 and Ranked No. 33 in NIRF-- 2021. The Dental Council of India gave the approval for the BDS course in 1989 and the graduate course in dentistry was started in the year 1990.
A well-equipped central library, modern classrooms, and laboratories with audio-visual and computing facilities combine to add to the joy of learning at KLE Vishwanath Katti Institute Of Dental Sciences & Hospital (VKIDS). Hostels (also Wi-Fi-enabled) and a state-of-the-art recreational and indoor sports arena, Marena, enable a student to develop a holistic personality with a touch of multiculturalism. The laboratories and clinics are spacious, well furnished and have state-of-the-art equipment and gadgets, both indigenous and imported to facilitate an excellent environment that is conducive to learning & patient care. The institution has been accredited with an 'A' grade by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC). The campus is Wi-Fi enabled.
There are more than 350 dental chairs to cater to the oral health needs of the patients. It provides state-of-the-art infrastructure. It also has a surgical operation theatre with wards in the same building. Emergency treatment facilities are available around the clock. The hospital offers innovative treatment facilities which are carried out using the latest technology at a very affordable cost to the patients. The Institution has incorporated high-end equipment such as CBCT Radiographic Imaging System, CAD CAM Systems Lingual Angulation and positioning Device Endo-Surgical Microscope, Intra Oral Scanner, Aligners System & 3D Printer High-end Camera and Lighting for 2-way AV System, Digitalized Case Management System, Digitalized Case Record System 3D Diagnostic Software ensuring that students remain at the forefront of their chosen field.
The KLE Society’s Hostels, in J. N. Medical College campus, Belagavi, comprises 09 hostels, 04 Boys Hostels & 05 Girls Hostels. These hostels cater to the needs of Medical Under graduate and postgraduate students & also Interns.
All the hostels are well maintained and are provided with 24-hour water and electricity. Solar power is used to provide Hot water in the Mornings and evenings. Air-conditioned Reading Rooms are provided in the Hostel, along with Recreation Room and gym Facilities.