Yenepoya Dental College Mangaluru

Established in 1991 by entrepreneur Mr. Yenepoya Abdulla Kunhi, the Islamic Academy of Education is a not-for-profit trust dedicated to uplifting minorities, particularly Muslims. Recognizing a need in health professional education, the trustees swiftly launched the Yenepoya Dental College in 1992, accredited under section 3(A) of the UGC Act, 1956 by the Dental Council of India. Subsequently, the trust expanded its educational offerings, establishing the Yenepoya Institute of Nursing Sciences (1994), Yenepoya Medical College (1999), Yenepoya Nursing College (2002), and Yenepoya Physiotherapy College (2003), all providing comprehensive programs from undergraduate to doctoral levels.

With a vision for excellence, the management recruited top professionals and developed a conducive learning environment amidst the natural beauty of Mangalore's outskirts. In 2007, the Islamic Academy of Education facilitated the formation of a new trust, dedicated to establishing a Deemed-to-be University. Recognizing the institutions' significant contributions, the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Union of India, conferred Deemed-to-be University status under section 3A of the UGC Act 1956 in 2008, marking a significant milestone.

Located in Nithyananda Nagar, Deralakatte, the University campus boasts modern infrastructure, including well-equipped classrooms, science laboratories, and residential accommodations for staff and students. Accredited with an "A" grade by NAAC in November 2015, Yenepoya Deemed-to-be University has garnered recognition, ranking third among the best Young Universities in Karnataka by K-SURF, Government of Karnataka in 2016 and securing a position in the top 100 (95th) in the NIRF rankings by the MHRD, Government of India. As the saga continues, the institution remains committed to excellence and anticipates further accomplishments on the horizon.