Updated on May 22, 2025 04:14 IST
Parul Thapa

Parul ThapaAssistant Manager

With the growing relevance of medicine, and how fruitful medicine is as a career, the number of people pursuing it is increasing exponentially. This brings a question in every candidate’s mind, about which course to pursue. 

BAMS and MBBS are one of many renowned courses that one can pursue to begin their career as a medical professional. In 2023 only, approximately 20.3 Lakh candidates appeared for NEET out of which 11.46 Lakh (approx) qualified to get admission in these courses. 

Apart from recognition and respect, remuneration is another important aspect that attracts a large number of students to these courses as the average salary after pursuing an MBBS is INR 7.1 LPA. On the other hand, the average salary of a BAMS professional is INR 4.4 LPA. 

In this article, we will look into the various facets of these courses, that will help you to select the right one for you!

MBBS Vs BAMS: Course Overview

Before we dive deep into the details of MBBS and BAMS courses and understand them thoroughly let’s first understand the basics of them. 

Through the table given below, we will understand the basics of both the courses and the future opportunities. We will understand this through an analysis of a couple of things, which include the duration, eligibility criteria, average fees, top recruiting firms, and average salary.

Particulars 

MBBS

BAMS

Full Form 

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery

Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine, and Surgery

Course Level 

Undergraduate degree

Undergraduate degree

Duration

5.5 years (including one year of internship)

4.5 years - 5.5 years (depending on the university) 

Admission Criteria 

Through NEET exam

Through NEET exam

Eligibility

Should have studied PCM/PCB  in 12th standard with an average of 50% or more.

Should have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 12th standard with an average of 50-60%.

Subjects

Medicine, Microbiology, Anatomy

Medicinal Plants, Pharmacology, and Ayurvedic Surgery

Course Fees (in INR)

Govt. colleges: INR 8,000 - INR 35,000
Private colleges:
INR 10 LPA - INR 45 LPA

Govt. colleges: INR 10,000 - INR 30,000
Private Colleges: INR 4 LPA - INR 25 LPA

Top Colleges

AIIMS Medical College, Maulana Azad College, and BHU Varanasi

BHU Varanasi, IMS BHU, DY Patil University Pune

Top Recruiters

Apollo Hospitals, Max Healthcare, and Fortis Healthcare

The Himalayan Drug Company, Dabur India Ltd., and Surya Herbal Limited

Average Salary (in INR)

2.5 LPA- 15 LPA

1 LPA- 8 LPA

MBBS vs BAMS Topics you may be interested in:

List of colleges accepting NEET scores for BDS courses (North India)

Colleges accepting NEET for BDS courses (South India)

MBBS vs BAMS: Definition

Till now, one might have known what is the purpose of applying for MBBS, or BAMS. Now, it's time to understand the courses in depth to recognize which course aligns with an individual's interest and how can one choose the right course for themselves. We will start by understanding the meaning of MBBS and BAMS, then move to the eligibility criteria, and finally look into the future opportunities with these courses. 

What is MBBS?

MBBS full form is Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery. It is one of the most sought-after careers for individuals who wish to pursue a career in allopathy, or modern medicine. One can get ample job opportunities in hospitals for domains like General Physician, Dietician, Gynaecologist, and Dermatologist.
The course thoroughly studies subjects like Microbiology, Physiology, Anatomy, and Radiology.

What is BAMS?

Coming to BAMS, it is completely different and meant for people who want to pursue their medical career in Ayurveda and modern medicine altogether. With the passing of time and the changes in people’s lifestyles, we have eventually reached a point where people started realizing the importance of old age medicines and their healing powers.
BAMS includes an integrated study of modern medicine and Ayurveda. BAMS full form is Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. The course involves an extensive study of traditional concepts like Sharir Kriya, Ayurveda Itihas, Roga Vigyaan, and Rasa. 

MBBS Vs BAMS: Eligibility Criteria 

To pursue a career in medicine through BAMS, or MBBS one has to fulfill some requirements. Let’s go through this table and understand them.

Particulars

MBBS

BAMS

Age

Candidate must be of 17 years

Candidate must be of 17 years

Academic Background

Must have completed 12th standard having  PCM/PCB with an average of 50% or more.

Must have completed 12th standard having PCB with an average of 50% - 60%.

Requirement of English

Must have studied English as a compulsory subject in 12th standard.

No such requirement is there.

Entrance Exam

Candidates must have cleared the NEET exam, and have the scorecard alongside.

Candidates must have cleared the NEET exam, and have the scorecard alongside.

MBBS Vs BAMS: Admission Criteria

To get into MBBS or BAMS you need to follow these certain steps:

Particulars

Admission to MBBS Course

Admission to the BAMS Course

Entrance Exam

To be eligible to enroll in the MBBS course, one must have the NEET scorecard.

To be eligible to enroll in the BAMS course, one must have the NEET scorecard.

Counseling

To get admission in the MBBS course, the candidate needs to undertake Ayush NEET counseling conducted by the AYUSH Department of the respected state.

For admission to the BAMS course, the candidate needs to undertake NEET counseling conducted by the Medical Counseling Committee.

MBBS Vs BAMS: Top Colleges

Till now, since we have discussed so much about the course one might be curious to know about the colleges that offer these courses and the salaries they offer. 
In this section, we will discuss top government and private institutions where candidates can enroll and pursue their dream of being a medical professional. 

Top MBBS Colleges in India
After the NEET scores are out, candidates tend to apply for medical colleges with an awareness of the top medical colleges. Here is a list of top medical universities, both public and private wherein you can apply to take admission to the MBBS course.

Top MBBS Colleges/Universities

Total Tuition Fees

AIIMS, New Delhi 

INR 6100

Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi

INR 12,400

JIPMER, Puducherry

INR 7300 – INR 30,500

(Based on 2 courses)

Institute of Medical Sciences BHU, Varanasi

INR 1.5 lakhs

Madras Medical College, Chennai

INR 68,000

King George's Medical University

INR 2.1 lakhs

AIIMS Jodhpur

INR 24,100

Aligarh Muslim University Medical College 

INR 2.2 lakhs

PGIMS Rohtak

INR 1.9 lakhs

University College of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi

INR 75,000

Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College

INR 2.6 lakhs

Top BAMS Colleges in India

After the NEET scores have arrived, the process of applying to colleges and counseling begins altogether. But before one starts applying, or even before the counseling begins one must be aware of them. So, here are a few top public and private institutions where you can apply.

Top BDS Colleges/Universities

Total Tuition Fees

Institute of Medical Sciences BHU, Varanasi

INR 13,410 per year

PDEA College of Ayurveda Research Centre

INR 10.3 lakhs

Dev Bhoomi Group of Institute

INR 13.7 lakhs

GGISPU, New Delhi

INR 4.8 lakhs

Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth - Pune

INR 5.5 lakhs per year

MBBS Vs BAMS: Career Prospects, Job Profiles and Salary

Your future holds numerous well-paying opportunities for you after pursuing either of the two courses. These are some of the top professional careers one can undertake, along with the remuneration you will receive.

MBBS Career Scope

Being so well-versed with what MBBS is, and how it can make you stand out in your medical career if done from a renowned university we should next know about the highest paying jobs one can get after MBBS. This table has a list of all high-paying professions one can pursue after doing MBBS.

Highest Paying Jobs (MBBS)

Average Salary (in INR)

Medical Surgeon

15 LPA

Medical officer

10.6 LPA

Psychiatrists 

9.8 LPA

Dermatologists 

87.7 LPA

Obstetricians and gynecologists

12.9 LPA

BAMS Career Scope

Here is a list of the top professional positions one can undertake after completing their BAMS.

Highest Paying Jobs (BAMS)

Average Salary (in INR)

BAMS Doctor

7.4 LPA

Clinical Research Associate

4.3 LPA

Medical Officer

6.15 LPA

Scientist 

6.45 LPA

Sales Representative

2.73 LPA

Students also liked topics on MBBS Vs BAMS:

Ayurveda courses gained prominence  post Covid-19; Know Career Options after BAMS

Students have multiple opportunities after BAMS: GS Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital Principal

Though both the courses are highly recognized and well-paid in the field of medicine entailing their pros and cons, the choice of pursuing one of them depends on humungous factors ranging from one’s interest to the salary it pays. We hope this helps in finding what’s best for you and making a decision thereafter.

Table of contents
  • Popular MBBS Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MBBS Colleges in India
  • Popular MBBS Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular MBBS Colleges in India

Following are the most popular MBBS Colleges in India. Learn more about these MBBS colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
1 Course
6.08 K
4.7
1 Course
15 K
4.34 LPA
1 Course
2.14 L
12 LPA
1 Course
5.4 K
12 LPA
1 Course
43.95 L
9.5 LPA
1 Course
51.52 K
12.2 LPA

Popular Private MBBS Colleges in India

1 Course
74 L
4.4

MBBS Applications open. Apply Now

2 Courses
89.78 L
5.4 LPA
1 Course
1.13 Cr
4.6
1 Course
1 Course
1.25 Cr
5.0
1 Course

Popular MBBS Specializations

Following are the most popular MBBS Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

qna

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered 2 days ago

MBBS at Government Medical College Ernakulam is considered a good course. It is approved by the National Medical Commission & offers affordable, high-quality medical education with extensive clinical exposure.

R

Rakshit Prabhakar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

Depending upon your quota

If you're a ST candidate then there is a chances but for gen or obc it's not easy

C

Chinmoy

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 4 days ago

The total tuition fee of MBBS at AIIMS Nagpur is INR 6,100. Candidates need to pay the course fee to confirm admission. It is taken from official sources. It can change.

R

Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

The best countries to study MBBS abrorad is listed here. The one and most important things you have to look into is that any universities you are applying for should follow NMC guidelines:

  • The MBBS course must be not less than 54 months.
  • It should have 1 year internship after classes.
  • Teaching should b

...Read more

R

Ranjeeta Grag

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 5 days ago

Yes, you could get to study MBBS at Sharda University with a rank of 60,000 if you belong to the General HS category. For this category, the overall MBBS course cutoff ranged from 86482 to 313983. Hence, with a rank of  60,000, admission might be possible at this university.

Note: The cutoff for othe

...Read more

N

Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

Sharda University NEET cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the MBBS and BDS courses for the Home State quota category. The cutoff was released in the form of opening and closing ranks. 

For the General HS category, the last round cutoff for the BDS and MBBS courses was 80896 and 313983, respec

...Read more

N

Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

To get into Sharda University for the MBBS and BDS courses, students have to appear in the NEET UG entrance exam and then in the UP NEET counselling process. To qualify for the exam, students have to get at least 55% in 10+2. So yes, with a 70% percentile in class 12, you are eligible to sit for the

...Read more

N

Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

To get a seat at Sharda University for the UG-level medical courses, students have to first attempt the NEET UG entrance exam and then appear for the UP NEET counselling process to be considered eligible for admission. The cutoff is usually released in the form of ranks for different Home State cate

...Read more

N

Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital offered the highest number of seat intake, i.e., 350. Candidates can check below the seat intake other private MBBS colleges in West Bengal -

Private Colleges

MBBS Seat Intake

R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital MBBS Course

249

Shri City Medical College MBBS Course

250
KPC Medical College and Hospital MBBS Course200

ICARE Institute of Medical Sciences and Research MBBS Course

150
Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital MBBS Course350
Gouri Devi Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital MBBS Course200
Shri Ramkrishna Institute of Medical Sciences and Sanak Hospitals MBBS Course250

JIS School of Medical Science and Research MBBS Course

150

Source: The above mentioned seat intake was taken from the official college site and may vary.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

KGMU is a well known University for MBBS program. Check out the ley highlights of KGMU MBBS placements 2024 from the table below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

Total Students

250

No. of Students placed

191

Median Package

INR 12 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the KGMU NIRF report 2026.

 

39519231
Shoaib Mehdi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

No, a gap year will not affect your MBBS admission in Kerala because the eligibility criteria for MBBS in private MBBS colleges in Kerala do not mandate or ask about gap years whatsoever. As long as you have passed Class 12 with PCB and English with at least 50% marks taken together in those subject

...Read more

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, generous scholarships are offered at the National University of Singapore for Indian students. As a matter of fact more than 90% of all students who get in receive a financial aid from this university. Look at the pointers given below - 

  • Over 100 different needs based scholarships are available

...Read more

P

Piyush Rastogi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

For your information NEET UG 2026 had been cancelled.

However if are willing to do BVSC you have to do a separate councilling for that go To official website.

 

U

Usman Lone

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, you can do MBBS after Nursing courses. But you should clear NEET UG for that. There is no direct entry which means you will start from first year of MBBS.

To answer your questions, it is possible only if you clear the medical entrance exam.

J

Jaya Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Private MBBS colleges in Haryana have modern infrastructure with modern labs and faculty. Check below for the top private colleges with fees and seat intake -

Private MBBS CollegesTuition FeeNEET Seat Intake
World College of Medical Sciences and Research MBBS CourseINR 7.6 lakh250
Adesh Medical College and Hospital MBBS CourseINR 68.7 lakh250
N.C. Medical College and Hospital MBBS CourseINR 56.2 lakh200
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Faridabad Campus MBBS CourseINR 1.2 Cr150
Al-Falah School of Medical Sciences and Research Centre MBBS CourseINR 68.6 lakh200

Source: official site of the colleges and can change.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

There is no minimum NEET cutoff for government college admission in Haryana because the cutoff will be different every year, according to the number of candidates appearing, the difficulty level of the paper, and total seats available. But, as per previous years trends, for general category candidat

...Read more

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

As per the popularity basis by shiksha.com, listed below are the top MBBS colleges in Haryana with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical SciencesINR 3.6 lakh
World College of Medical Sciences and ResearchINR 7.63 lakh
Adesh Medical College and HospitalINR 68.74 lakh
N.C. Medical College and HospitalINR 56.23 lakh
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Faridabad CampusINR 1.25 Cr

Source: Official site of the colleges and my vary.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Not directly, you'd have to reappear for NEET-UG and start MBBS from scratch. BDS credits are not transferable. However, many BDS graduates pursue MDS specialisation instead in PG, which is equally rewarding.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Students have to start early to have betting admission chances at AIIMS Rishikesh. See the points below to get a basic idea on how to prepare for AIIMS Rishikesh MBBS admission:

  • Choose your reference books wisely
  • Solve as many mock tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing FREE NEET UG Mock Test Pap

...Read more

A

Anangsha Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

No, students do not need to apply separately for MBBS admission at AIIMS Rishikesh after NEET exam. The seats are allocated through the NEET exam + NEET Counselling. Interested students simply have to pick AIIMS Rishikesh while filling the preference list during counselling.

U

Upasana Harsha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

These are expected cutoffs for NEET 2025 state quota. Exact figures depend on seat matrix, reservation rules, and NEET score distribution for the year.

College Type

Category

Score Required

Govt. Medical College

General/Open

545–555 marks

Govt. Medical College

OBC

~530 marks

Govt. Medical College

SC/ST

~480–500 marks

Private Medical College

General

440–450 marks

Private Medical College

OBC/SC/ST

~380–420 marks

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

Since you are appearing for NEET, you must aim for safe scores. For MBBS in and around Faridabad, your best private college options are Amrita School of Medicine and Al-Falah School of Medical Sciences.

1. Amrita School of Medicine

  • MBBS tuition fee: INR 1.2 Crore
  • NEET Cutoff (General Category):
    • Closing

...Read more

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

Private MBBS colleges in Karnataka are generally expensive than government colleges as they have modern infrastructure and great placement opportunities. Listed below are some of the top private colleges with fees and median salaries -

College Name

Total Tuition Fee

Median Package

Father Institute of Medical Sciences PlacementsINR 7 lakhINR 4.8 lakh
Sri Siddhartha Medical College PlacementsINR 13.5 lakhINR 7.2 lakh
Father Mullers Medical College PlacementsINR 6.9 lakhINR 7.2 LPA
Yenepoya University PlacementsINR 7 lakhINR 4.5 LPA
BLDE University PlacementsINR 85.5 lakhINR 16.1 LPA

Source: The above-mentioned data have been taken from the college

...Read more

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

Top private MBBS colleges in Karnataka offer significant seat intakes, often ranging from 100 to 250+ seats per institution.  Given below are some of the top prvate colleges with their seat intake -

Private Colleges

NEET Seat Intake

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal MBBS Course

250

Kasturba9 John's National Academy of Health Science MBBS Course

150

JSS Medical College, Mangalore MBBS Course

250

JSS Medical College, Mysore MBBS Course

250

M S Ramaiah Medical College MBBS Course

150

Adichunchanagiri University MBBS Course150
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College MBBS Course250
K.S. Hegde Medical Academy MBBS Course250
SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital MBBS Course150
BLDE University MBBS Course250
BLDE5 Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre MBBS Course250

Source: The above-mentioned data have been taken from the colleges' official sites and may change.

T

Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad MBBS admission deadline has not been revealed for academic year 2026. Generally, MBBS curriculum begins from the last week of September. Thus, candidates can expect that the admissions should be closed by August this year.

S

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad MBBS admissions are not open for 2026 academic year. Candidates who wish to apply for MBBS at BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad will need to go to the website to see MBBS application status from time to time to keep track of admissions.

S

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, candidates cannot get direct admission in BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad MBBS course. In order to qualify for MBBS admissions, candidates must appear for the GUJCET entrance exam first.

Admissions to MBBS course will be based on this exam's scores.

S

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad does not mention NEET-UG as an accepted entrance exam for MBBS admissions. Only GUJCET has been mentioned as an accepted entrance exam in the selection criteria.

However, in the rules from 2016, NEET-UG has been mentioned as the mandatory entrance exam for candidates who

...Read more

S

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

MS Ramaiah Medical College MBBS fees is INR 26 Lacs per annum. MS Ramaiah Medical College MBBS fee structure includes many components. The total fees may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

G

Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, entrance test is required for admission in M.S. Ramaiah Medical College. The student has to clear NEET entrance exam and then participate in state-level counselling to get selected in M.S. Ramaiah Medical College for the MBBS programme.

G

Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Find insights & recommendations on colleges and exams that you won't find anywhere else

On Shiksha, get access to

  • 66k Colleges
  • 1k Exams
  • 695k Reviews
  • 1850k Answers