This chapter on Educational Goals and Objectives in Dental Education presents a comprehensive framework for understanding and implementing educational goals and objectives, specifically focusing on India’s Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) curriculum. It explores the theoretical foundations, practical applications and cultural contexts that shape dental education in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. The chapter examines how well-defined educational goals and objectives guide dental education curriculum design, teaching methodologies and assessment strategies. It highlights the importance of aligning educational objectives with national health priorities—whilst addressing India’s unique socioeconomic and cultural contexts. The chapter outlines the implementation of educational objectives across the BDS curriculum, from foundational sciences to clinical competence, utilising frameworks such as Bloom’s Taxonomy and Miller’s Pyramid. It addresses the challenges of resource limitations and cultural factors in Indian dental education—whilst proposing innovative solutions and future directions. Integrating emerging domains like digital dentistry, interprofessional collaboration and environmental sustainability ensures dental education remains responsive to evolving healthcare needs, preparing graduates who are technically proficient, culturally sensitive and ethically grounded professionals.