Dermatology Career Guide: Roles, Salary & Future Scope

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The various job profiles are Dermatologist, Consultant Dermatologist, Assistant Cosmetologist, Skin Specialist, Dermatology Consultant, etc.
Top colleges are AIIMS Delhi, CMC Vellore, KMC, St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, JIPMER Puducherry, etc. The salary offered at entry-level between Rs. 7 - 10 LPA, for mid-level profiles Rs. 15 - 20 LPA and for senior-level profiles Rs. 25 - 40 LPA.
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Job Profiles |
Description |
Average Salary (in INR) |
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Dermatologist |
A dermatologist is a medical specialist in the field of dermatology who deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the hair, skin, and nails |
10 LPA |
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Consultant Dermatologist |
Anyone who is experiencing skin issues or is worried about them can benefit from consulting with a consultant dermatologist |
10 LPA |
| Cosmetic Dermatologist |
Specializing in aesthetic treatments, including Botox, fillers, chemical peels, laser therapies, and other cosmetic procedures aimed at improving skin appearance. |
10 LPA |
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Assistant Cosmetologist |
Hair stylist assistants welcome clients, assist hair stylists with all chores, and shampoo and style clients' hair |
1.1 LPA |
| Dermatopathologist |
Professionals specializing in diagnosing skin diseases by examining tissue samples microscopically. They work in labs and collaborate with dermatologists for accurate diagnoses. |
10 LPA |
| Pediatric Dermatologist |
Focuses on diagnosing and treating skin conditions specific to infants, children, and adolescents, pediatric dermatologists cater to the unique dermatological needs of younger age groups. |
10 LPA |
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Skin Specialist |
Dermatologists are trained medical professionals who focus on identifying and treating diseases of the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes |
9 LPA |
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Dermatology Consultant |
A dermatologist who specialises in the identification and management of various skin, hair, and nail disorders is known as a consultant dermatologist |
10 LPA |
| Dermatology Researcher |
Engaged in scientific research focused on understanding skin diseases, developing new treatments, or studying the causes and effects of dermatological conditions. |
10 LPA |
Note: The salary data has been sourced from Ambitionbox.com.
Dermatology Jobs: Top Recruiters
Candidates can check top recruiting companies in the table below.
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Hospitals |
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AIIMS |
Safadrjung Hospital |
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital |
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Apollo Hospitals |
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital |
Nanavati Hospital |
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Enhance Clinics |
Gorzeous Looks Cosmetic |
Fortis La Femme, |
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Artemis Hospital |
Apollo Gleneagles Hospital |
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital |
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Dermatology Jobs: Core Sectors
Candidates can look at the table below to learn more about the top recruiters in the market for Dermatology graduates.
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Top Industries |
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Hospitals (Government and Private) |
Cosmetic Clinics |
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Research Institutes |
Pharmaceutical Companies |
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Top Dermatology Colleges for Placements
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College Name |
Average Package (in INR) |
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20 LPA |
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10.51 LPA |
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15.6 LPA |
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15.6 LPA |
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9 LPA |
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20 - 24 LPA |
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7.8 - 10.2 LPA |
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21.6 LPA |
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13.21 LPA |
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At Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy, students are offered courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels. These are offered in the fields of Physiotherapy in full-time mode. The courses are as below:
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To get admission in Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy, students have to check eligibility first. Students need to complete BPT and appear for AIPGPET exam. The college conducts online or offline counselling for admission to the courses. Selected students need to pay fees for confirmation.
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy generally does not accept offline applications. Students are encouraged to submit online forms only. But, students can still contact the admission desk to know about the offline process or its alternative.
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Students have to submit some documents for verification during Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy admissions. The general list of documents is as below:
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy BPT fees is INR 12 lakh. This is the fees for the entire four year duration. Students can pay the fees through accepted payment mode. The fees is taken from official sources and can change.
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy BPT admissions are entrance-based. The college offers seats only to the eligible students. The eligibility is as below for the course:
- Class 12 with PCB + English as compulsory subjects from a recognised board + Minimum age should be 17 years + AIAHET + Counsell
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy has not specified any minimum percentage in graduation for MPT course. However, 60% is a good score. Students must note that the selection is based on the AIPGPET exam.
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy admissions usually start in February of each year. This is as per the official site of the college. The admission ads are posted in national and regional newspapers too. Students can go to the college's site regularly for more details.
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Yes, Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy does offer PhD. Students can join the course after completing Master's degree with a minimum aggregate of 55%. Students also need to appear for the CET conducted by Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth Pimpri, Pune.
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Yes, entrance test is mandatory for Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy admissions. Students havse to appear for the accepted tests to be eligible for admissions. However, NRIs, Sponsered Students, and PIOs are exempted from appearing for the exams.
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No, Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy admissions are not merit-based. The college accepts students on an entrance basis only. Students have to appear for the accepted entrance test which includes AIAHET, AIPGPET, etc. Students are selected strictly on an entrance basis.
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy eligibility is different depending on the programme. The eligibility for each Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy programme is as below:
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No, Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy does not offer direct admissions. Students have to appear for the accepted entrance test followed by counselling for admission. The college accepts scores in AIAHCET, AIPGPET, and CET by Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth Pimpri, Pune.
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To get admission in Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy, students have to check the eligibility first. Eligible students can then apply online. The college selects students on an entrance basis. Selected students have to report for verification of documents and pay the fees to complete the admiss
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Dr. D Y Patil College of Physiotherapy admissions are likely to open very soon. Students can apply at the college's site once the admission cycle begins. Till then, students can submit the enquiry form in case of any queries.
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