Background: Maxillofacial fractures occur in a significant proportion worldwide. Hence, the present study was undertaken for assessing the etiology and pattern of maxillofacial fractures. Materials and methods: This study was conducted to assess the incidence and pattern of maxillofacial fractures. A total of 60 patients were selected for this study who presented with maxillofacial fractures. Facial trauma was evaluated from history taking, clinical and maxillofacial records. The age and gender of patients were ascertained. Information was also collected regarding the cause and timing of trauma. SPSS software was used for statistical analysis of the collected data. Results: It was observed in the study that majority of patients with fracture belonged to young age group of 20-40 years (56.67%). Number of case of fracture in the age group of <20 and > 40 were 12 (20%) and 14(23.33%) respectively.. On observing the site of fractures, it was observed that mandibular fractures were most common of facial fractures. Of the mandibular fractures, parasymphysis was the most common fracture site (n =16). This was followed by the mandibular body (n=9). Conclusion: The study concluded that road traffic accidents were the main cause of maxillofacial trauma and fractures. In general males presented with greater number of cases as compared to females. Mandibular fractures were the most common of all the facial fractures. Key words: Maxillofacial fracture, Mandible, Road traffic accident.