MBBS

An MBBS degree is an undergraduate course for aspirants who want to fulfil their dream of becoming a doctor. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) is a professional degree in medical science. After completing MBBS course and obtaining the degree, students would be qualified as medical practitioners or doctors. The duration of MBBS course is 5 years and 6 months including one year of rotational internship at hospitals, health centers, and health camps organized by non-profit organizations (NGOs). The curriculum of MBBS includes subjects such as Anatomy, Pharmacology, Pathology as well as Community Health & Medicine, Pediatrics, and Surgery. The curriculum is designed in such a way that MBBS degree holders can choose a specialization for further majoring and practicing medicine. MBBS students can opt for different specializations such as Nephrology, Cardiology, Gynecology, Anesthesiology, Organ Transplant, Endocrine, and General Surgery, etc.

What are the career options after MBBS?

During one year of MBBS internship, students can work with hospitals and healthcare centres as Consultants, Physicians and Medical Assistants in critical care units. They can also work in health campaigns organised by the government and create awareness among public about diseases, medicines, health, and fitness through conferences.

        On completion of MBBS internship, the students can get themselves registered as doctors with the Medical Council of India (MCI). They can either apply for a post-graduate degree in medical science i.e, MD/MS or continue working in the health sector as qualified doctors.
While pursuing further education in medical science, MBBS-degree holders can also associate with pharmaceuticals as research associates. Moreover, the option for taking Combined Medical Services Examination is also open for MBBS graduates. They can be employed with the central government organisations, including hospitals, defence sector, railways, and with the local/state government.

Eligibility for MBBS Degree

·         Candidates must have passed 12+2 or Equivalent examination with science subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry, and Zoology/Botany with 50% Marks. They also must have studied English as the main subject as a criterion for qualifying examination.

·         Moreover, candidates also need to fulfil the age limit criteria i.e. they must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admissions.

·         Students need to qualify NEET exam conducted by NTA

Subjects in MBBS

      In the MBBS course curriculum, aspiring doctors not only learn about everything in and around the medical and healthcare industry, but they also learn the ethical practices, get to intern with hospitals and volunteer projects. Check the table below for subjects in the MBBS course: