What is MBBS?
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) is a undergraduate (professional) degree of 5.5 Years (including 1-year internship) duration. It is one of India's most sought-after professional qualifications in the Clinical Practice sector.
| Duration | 5.5 Years (including 1-year internship) |
| Level | Undergraduate (Professional) |
| Entrance Exam | NEET UG |
| Eligibility | Class 12 with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), NEET UG qualify |
| Average Salary | ₹6–15 LPA (intern/junior doctor) |
| Top Salary | ₹60–100 LPA (experienced specialist) |
| Career Scope | Clinical Practice, Specialisation (MD/MS), Research, Teaching, Government Service |
Top Colleges for MBBS in India
| College | City | Entrance | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Delhi | New Delhi | NEET (710+) | ₹1,628/yr |
| JIPMER Puducherry | Puducherry | NEET (680+) | ₹2,000/yr |
| CMC Vellore | Vellore | NEET + CMAT | ₹25,000/yr |
| MAMC Delhi | New Delhi | NEET State Quota | ₹40,000/yr |
| Kasturba Medical College | Manipal | NEET | ₹12L/yr |
| KGMU Lucknow | Lucknow | NEET State | ₹60,000/yr |
MBBS Specialisations & Salary
| Specialisation | Career Scope | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine (MD) | Physician | most common post-MBBS MD | ₹15–40 LPA |
| General Surgery (MS) | Surgeon | 3-year PG after MBBS | ₹18–50 LPA |
| Paediatrics (MD) | Child specialist | high demand | ₹12–30 LPA |
| Orthopaedics (MS) | Bone & joint surgery | high earning | ₹20–60 LPA |
| Radiology (MD) | Imaging specialist | tech-integrated | ₹20–80 LPA |
| Anaesthesiology (MD) | Critical care, surgery support | ₹18–50 LPA |
| Psychiatry (MD) | Mental health | growing field | ₹12–35 LPA |
| Dermatology (MD) | Skin specialist | cosmetic demand | ₹20–80 LPA |
Career Options After MBBS
| Role | Salary Range | Top Employers |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Resident Doctor | ₹50,000–80,000/month | Govt. Medical Colleges, AIIMS, PGI |
| Private Hospital Consultant | ₹15–60 LPA | Apollo, Fortis, Max, Medanta |
| Medical Officer (Govt.) | ₹8–14 LPA | UPSC, State PSC, Railways, Army |
| Research Scientist (ICMR/DBT) | ₹8–20 LPA | Government research institutes |
| Medical Writer/Reviewer | ₹10–25 LPA | Pharma companies, CROs |
| Telemedicine Doctor | ₹8–20 LPA | Practo, 1mg, mFine, Apollo 24/7 |
FAQs | MBBS
What NEET score is required for government MBBS?+
For a government MBBS seat, you need approximately 550–650+ marks (General category). AIIMS Delhi requires 710–720. Top state government colleges require 580–640 in NEET. Private deemed universities admit at 500–550 marks.
What is the total duration of MBBS in India?+
MBBS in India is 5.5 years: 4.5 years of academic study (9 semesters) + 1 year compulsory rotating internship. After MBBS, doctors can pursue MD/MS (3-year PG) via NEET PG for specialisation.
What is the MBBS fee in India?+
AIIMS Delhi charges just ₹1,628/year. Government medical colleges charge ₹30,000–1,50,000/year. Private deemed universities charge ₹8–25 lakh/year. NRI quota in private colleges can be ₹50–100 lakh total.