Dr. Sumit Singh Phukela
Dean & Professor
MDS
Dr. Sumit Singh Phukela is presently serving as the Dean, Faculty of Dental Sciences at S.G.T. University, Gurugram, with an extensive academic experience of 19 years and 6 months to date. He completed his Master of Dental Surgery (M.D.S.) in Prosthodontics from the College of Dental Surgery, Davangere, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka, and obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) from the College of Dental Surgery, MAHE University. A prolific academician and researcher, Dr. Phukela has authored over 102 research publications ( 88 Research papers, 08 books, and holds 06 patents ) to his credit. He has conducted more than 20 pre-convention courses and has presented over 30 scientific papers and posters at various national and international conferences. Throughout his academic career, he has also organized more than 100 seminars, workshops, and conferences.
Professional Memberships
- Member, Indian Dental Association (MIDA)
- Member, Indian Prosthodontic Society (MIPS)
- Fellow, Academy of General Education (FAGE)
Awards and Recognitions
- Iconic Researcher Award – 2 February 2026, by Scientific Laurels, approved by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and recognized by MSME, Government of India.
- Research Excellence Award 2025 – SGT University.
- Award for Innovative Project – Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, 19 February 2025.
- Most Ambitious Researcher Award – Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, March 2025.
- Award for Meritorious Service for Academic Excellence – SGT University, August 2025.
- Mentor Award for Research Project – Association of Indian Universities at GB Pant University, 25–26 November 2025.
- Research Innovation Award – July 2023.
- YUKTI Innovation Award – Ministry of Education, Government of India, November 2023.
- Awards for Startup Projects in Panipat and Bhopal – 10 December 2022.
- Dental Innovation Award – Indian Dental Association, 25 March 2022.
- Outstanding Scientist Award – July 2022, by VD Good Professional Association.
- Innovation and Technology Award – SGT University, 24 August 2022.
- Chancellor’s Award – SGT University, 2017.
- Excellence Service Award – SGT University, February 2013.
Research Grants Received
- DSIR-PRISM Scheme – 2022
- Government of Punjab – 2024
- NIDHI-PRAYAS Scheme – 2024
- Ministry of Education, Government of India – 2025–2026
Teaching Interests/Research Interests
- Implantology
- Full Mouth Rehabilitation
- Esthetic Dentistry
- Esthetic Dentistry
- Assistive Technology
