Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) is the
main undergraduate medical degree for students who want to become doctors. The course combines classroom
learning, hospital exposure, and clinical training so that students understand how to diagnose, treat, and
care for patients. It is one of the most respected professional courses in India and opens the door to
careers in medicine, surgery, public health, research, and higher specialization.
Why Choose MBBS?
Strong and respected career in the healthcare sector
Direct path to becoming a medical doctor
Wide range of postgraduate specializations after graduation
Opportunities in hospitals, clinics, academics, and public health
Scope to serve communities while building a long-term profession
Course Overview
Particular
Details
Course Name
MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Course Duration
5.5 years (4.5 years academic study + 1 year internship)
Entrance Exam
NEET-UG
Eligibility
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English
Regulatory Body
National Medical Commission (NMC)
Internship
Mandatory 1-year rotating internship
Medium
English
MBBS Syllabus — Year-wise Breakdown
The MBBS curriculum is structured across 9 semesters (4.5 years) under NMC
guidelines:
Year / Phase
Subjects Covered
Phase 1 (Year 1 & 2)
Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Community Medicine (Part 1)
Phase 2 (Year 2 & 3)
Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine (Part 2)
Phase 3 — Part 1 (Year 3)
Ophthalmology, ENT, Community Medicine (Part 3)
Phase 3 — Part 2 (Year 4 & 4.5)
General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics,
Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology
Internship (Year 5.5)
Rotating clinical postings across all departments
NEET Cutoffs for MBBS Admission
Approximate NEET-UG score ranges required (varies by state, category, and
year):
College Type
NEET Score Range
NEET Rank (General)
AIIMS, New Delhi
700+
Top 50
Top Government Medical Colleges
640 – 700
1 – 2,000
State Government Colleges
500 – 640
2,000 – 25,000
Private / Deemed Universities
300 – 500
25,000 – 1,00,000
Minimum Qualifying Score (General)
720 × 50% = 360
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Minimum Qualifying Score (SC/ST/OBC)
720 × 40% = 288
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MBBS Fees in India
College Type
Annual Fees
Total Course Fees (5.5 yrs)
AIIMS / Central Government
₹1,000 – ₹5,000
₹5,000 – ₹25,000
State Government Colleges
₹10,000 – ₹1,00,000
₹50,000 – ₹5 Lakhs
Private Medical Colleges
₹5 – ₹20 Lakhs
₹25 – ₹1 Crore
Deemed Universities
₹12 – ₹25 Lakhs
₹60 – ₹1.5 Crore
NRI / Management Quota
₹20 – ₹40 Lakhs
₹1 – ₹2.5 Crore
MBBS Admission Process
1 Qualify in NEET-UG
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2 Participate in counselling for
All India Quota or State Quota seats
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3 Choose preferred medical colleges
during choice filling
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4 Receive seat allotment based on
rank, category, and seat availability
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5 Complete document verification
and admission formalities
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6 Report to the allotted college
and begin the academic session
MSE Consultancy supports you through every step —
from choice filling strategy to final college reporting.
Top MBBS Colleges in India
College
Type
Location
AIIMS New Delhi
Central Government
New Delhi
Christian Medical College (CMC)
Private (Deemed)
Vellore, Tamil Nadu
JIPMER
Central Government
Puducherry
MAMC (Maulana Azad Medical College)
State Government
New Delhi
KGMU (King George's Medical University)
State Government
Lucknow, UP
Kasturba Medical College
Private (Deemed)
Manipal / Mangalore
MS Ramaiah Medical College
Private
Bangalore, Karnataka
SDM Medical College
Private
Dharwad, Karnataka
Grant Medical College
State Government
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Sri Ramachandra Medical College
Deemed University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Major Career Opportunities
Doctor in Hospitals: Work as a junior doctor in hospitals, clinics,
and healthcare institutions after completing the degree and internship.
Postgraduate Specialization: Pursue MD, MS, or diploma programs in
fields such as medicine, surgery, pediatrics, radiology, dermatology, and more.
General Practice: Build a career in primary healthcare and patient
consultation through private or community-based practice.
Government Health Services: Join public hospitals, rural health
services, and government healthcare programs through competitive recruitment.
Medical Research and Academics: Move into teaching, clinical research,
public health, or medical education after higher studies.
MBBS Doctor Salary in India
Role / Setting
Monthly Salary (Approx.)
Junior Resident (Government Hospital)
₹50,000 – ₹90,000
Medical Officer (Government / NHM)
₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000
Private Hospital (Junior Doctor)
₹40,000 – ₹80,000
General Practitioner (Private Clinic)
₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000
Specialist (after MD/MS)
₹2,00,000 – ₹8,00,000+
Doctor Abroad (USA / UK / Gulf)
₹4,00,000 – ₹25,00,000+
How MSE Consultancy Helps You Get MBBS Admission
Free one-on-one NEET score analysis and college shortlisting session
Expert guidance on MCC and state counselling — choice filling strategy for maximum
allotment chances
State quota vs. All India Quota seat selection advice personalised to your NEET rank
Management quota and NRI quota guidance for private and deemed universities
Document checklist, verification support, and final college reporting assistance