MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Course Overview

The MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) is a comprehensive 5.5-year undergraduate program that trains students to become qualified medical doctors. The program integrates a 4.5-year academic curriculum with a compulsory 1-year clinical internship.

MBBS equips students with in-depth theoretical knowledge and hands-on clinical skills essential for diagnosing and treating a wide range of health conditions.

Eligibility Criteria

Course Information

Entrance Exams & Admission Process

UG

Basic
NEET-UG (Mandatory for all MBBS admissions in India)

PG

Advanced
NEET-PG (Mandatory for MD/MS admissions in India)

Others

Special
Direct Admission in select private colleges under Management Quota

Who Should Pursue This Course?

  • Students passionate about healthcare and helping others
  • Interest in Biology, Chemistry, and Life Sciences
  • Aptitude for problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Willingness to work in high-pressure environments
  • Aspiration to pursue careers in clinical practice, medical research, public health, or medical education

Curriculum & Specializations

Core Subjects

Anatomy
Physiology
Biochemistry
Pathology
Microbiology
Pharmacology
Forensic Medicine
Internal Medicine
Surgery
Pediatrics
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Psychiatry

Specializations (PG Level)

General Medicine
General Surgery
Pediatrics
Orthopedics
Dermatology
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Psychiatry
Radiology

Key Skills Required

Technical

Clinical diagnosis and treatment skills
Surgical techniques
Use of medical equipment

Analytical/Logical

Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Diagnostic reasoning

Soft Skills

Communication and empathy
Teamwork and collaboration
Stress management
Ethical decision-making

International Exposure & Study Abroad Options

Student Exchange Programs

Global medical university exchange opportunities

Conferences & Workshops

International medical conferences and workshops

Study Abroad Destinations

USA, UK, Australia, Germany, Russia, China

Scholarships

DAAD, Erasmus+, Fulbright, Chevening and more

Career Pathways

Path 1

MBBS

UG (5.5 years)

MD/MS

PG (2–3 years)

PhD in Medical Science

Research (2–3 years)

Path 2

MBBS

UG (5.5 years)

MBA Healthcare Management

PG (2–3 years)

PhD in Public Health

Research (2–3 years)

Job Roles & Top Recruiters

Job Roles

  • General Practitioner
  • Specialist Doctor
  • Surgeon
  • Medical Researcher
  • Public Health Professional
  • Medical Educator
  • Healthcare Administrator

Top Recruiters India

  • AIIMS
  • Apollo Hospitals
  • Fortis Healthcare
  • Max Healthcare
  • Manipal Hospitals
  • Government Medical Colleges
  • Indian Armed Forces

Top Recruiters Global

  • NHS (UK)
  • Mayo Clinic (USA)
  • Cleveland Clinic (USA)
  • Mount Sinai (USA)
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital (USA)
  • WHO
  • UNICEF

Salary Insights (India & Abroad)

Freshers (India)

₹3L – ₹6Lper annum

Mid-Level (India)

₹7L – ₹12Lper annum

Abroad Salary

₹60L – ₹120Lper annum
(USD 80K – 160K approx.)

Top Medical Colleges

Top Colleges - World

  • Harvard University, USA
  • University of Oxford, UK

Top Colleges - India

  • AIIMS Delhi
  • AFMC Pune

Top Colleges - Tamil Nadu

  • Madras Medical College, Chennai
  • Stanley Medical College, Chennai

Benefits of Choosing This Course

  • Opportunity to save lives and contribute to society
  • Strong demand and job security worldwide

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages
  • Multiple job sectors across healthcare
  • High innovation scope in medical research
Disadvantages
  • Long duration of study and training
  • High academic and work-related stress

FAQs & Student Queries

Admission to MBBS is highly competitive in India; cracking NEET-UG with a good score is essential.

Yes, MBBS graduates can explore public health, hospital administration, research, and teaching roles.

MD/MS in various specialties, DNB programs, MPH (Public Health), MBA in Hospital Administration.

The academic load is heavy, and the profession demands long working hours and emergency duty readiness.

Yes, provided the foreign MBBS degree is recognized by the NMC (India), and the graduate clears the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination).