Updated on May 22, 2025 04:14 IST
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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

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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

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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

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Popular MBBS Specializations

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Popular Specializations

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Yes, Indian students must qualify NEET to study MBBS abroad and to practice in India later. It is mandatory as per NMC guidelines. Other than this, you need fulfill other eligibility.

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Tuition fee you need to study MBBS in Singapore INR 2 to 2.5 cr. To comfortably live in Singapore, you will need INR 1 to 1.5 Lacs per month. This includes your house rent. This amount totally depends on your living style. You need to budget it in advance.

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Vipra Panda

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Yes, pursuing MBBS in Singapore is a smart choice. It is very competitive, expensive (INR 2 to 2.5 crore), and has limited seats for Indian students. NUS and NTU are top universities in Singapore.

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Loveleen Patra

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As per NIRF ranking 2025, under "Medical" category, AIIMS ranked as the No. 1 MBBS college in Delhi followed by other top colleges like Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital and Maulana Azad Medical College.

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Yes, majority of Go8 universities in Australia that offer PG medical courses, accept Indian MBBS degree. Still, applicants must check the requirements before they apply based on preferred specialisation as well.

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Yes, it is possible to go for MS/MD in Australia with MBBS from India. Applicants can shortlist preferred Australian university and check for eligibility requirements. Indian applicants may have to submit MCAT or GAMSAT scores as well.

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MGR Medical University MBBS fees is INR 15,000 - INR 1 Cr. MGR Medical University fees structure includes many components. The total fees may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Sharda Univeristy offers MBBS programme. The duration of this course is five and a half years. The duration includes compulsory internship of one year. The course is offered in full-time mode.

 

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Sharda University MBBS fees is INR 12.3 lakh. Sharda University fee structure includes many components. The total fees may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

 

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Gaurika Chhabra

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MBBS is offered by Symbiosis International Pune at the UG level for the duration of 5.5 years. For MBBS course the total fee is INR 10.79 LPA.

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Puhup Kumari

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The total tuition fee of MBBS at Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Science and Research Center is INR 1.03 crore. It consist of different components. The number is taken from official source. It may change.

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Raj Priya

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Answered 2 weeks ago

For taking admission in MBA at Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Science and Research Center, candidate has to be 17 years old in the year of admission. They are admitted based on score and rank in NEET UG exam. 

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Raj Priya

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Answered 2 weeks ago

To be eligible for MBBS at AFMC the students must have passed class 12 or equivalent exam first attempt with English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/ Bio-technology, with minimum of 60% of the aggregate marks in these three Science subjects taken together and not less than 50% marks in English and 5

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Puhup Kumari

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Choosing the best medical colleges in Delhi NCR can be very advantageous. Listed below are the top advantages of choosing the Delhi MBBS colleges -

  • Highly affordable colleges
  • immense patient inflow in major hospitals like AIIMS
  • Experienced Faculty
  • Excellent placement opportunities, etc.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

AIIMS Rishikesh MBBS tuition fee costs around INR 51,500. The specialisation specific fee may differ. This fee is exclusive of other components such as examination fee, application fee, hostel fee, security deposit, etc. This fee is taken from the official website. It is subject to change.

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Answered 2 weeks ago

All admissions to MBBS course are fulfilled through the Karnataka Examination Authority ( KEA). After completing MBBS students can go in Clinical or Non-clinical fields or opt for higher studies. The total fees of the course is INR 35.82 lakhs. Students interested to take admissions for MBBS need to

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Puhup Kumari

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Answered 2 weeks ago

MBBS is the flagship course. MBBS is offered for the period of 5 and a half years, with 4.5 years of study & 1 year of internship. The annual seats is 150 for MBBS programme. All admissions to MBBS course are fulfilled through the Karnataka Examination Authority ( KEA). The total fees of the course

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Puhup Kumari

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The below are the docs accepted by the VMMC for MBBS admissions:

  • Class 10 marksheet
  • Class 12 marksheet
  • Copy of NEET-UG/IPU CET score card
  • Identity proof
  • 2 the latest Passport size photographs
  • Address proof
  • Fee receipt of partial fee payment, etc.

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Nishtha Singh

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The mode of VMMC course admissions is online. Admission to various courses is based on merit and entrance test scores. The accepted entrance test for MBBS admissions is NEET. 

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Ishita B

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Vardhman Mahavir Medical College is a government college offering MBBS and other UG/PG programmes to students. As per the NIRF Report 2025,  20 MBBS students were placed during placements 2023. The college is visited by top organisations like AIIMS, Fortis Healthcare, Apollo Hospitals, Max Hospitals

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Vikrant Shekhar

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Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology NEET UG cutoff 2025 was concluded with the release of the final seat allotment result for admission to the MBBS course. The cutoff was released for several categories belonging to the AI quota. For the General AI quota, the NEET UG last ro

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Puhup Kumari

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No, you can not take admission in MBBS without giving NEET exam at MGUMST Jaipur. For courses such as MBBS and MD/MS, entrance exams such as NEET-UG are accepted followed by the counselling process.

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Puhup Kumari

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Answered 3 weeks ago

MBBS is the flagship course at Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology. It is offered at the UG level. The total course fee for the programme is INR 1.2 Cr.

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Puhup Kumari

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MBBS is provided by MGUMST at the UG level for the duration of 5.5 years, which includes a 1-year compulsory internship program. The annual student intake for the course is 250. GMCH MBBS admission is based on the NEET-UG scores followed by Counselling process. The total course fee for the programme

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Puhup Kumari

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates can refer to the table below to view the RPGMC Kangra NEET UG cutoff 2025 for MBBS admission. Below is the NEET UG last round closing rank for different categories under the AI quota.

CategoryNEET UG Last Round Cutoff 2025
General6983
OBC8273
SC38629
ST51266
EWS10086

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Rashmi Sinha

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RPGMC Kangra - Dr Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College MBBS cutoff 2025 was released for various categories under the AI quota. For the General AI quota, the last round closing rank for MBBS admission was 6983. Refer to the table below to view the round-wise NEET UG cutoff 2025 in the General

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Rashmi Sinha

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MMU Mullana determines the cutoff depending on the number of candidates and seats available: Students can refer to the table below to view the first and last round cutoffs 2025 for the General AI category students.

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Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)276229589850

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Puhup Kumari

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The MBBS course of Bashkir State Medical Uni is 6 years long. The language of instruction of this course Russian and English. The annual tuition fees for the MBBS course BSMU is around RUB 490080 or INR 5.3 lakh. 

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Rupali Singh

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B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad NEET UG cutoff 2025 was concluded with the release of the final seat allotment result for admission to the MBBS course. The cutoff was released for several categories belonging to the AI quota. For the General AI quota, the NEET UG last round closing rank was 889 for

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Puhup Kumari

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B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad NEET UG cutoff 2025 was concluded with the release of the final seat allotment result for admission to the MBBS course. The cutoff was released for several categories belonging to the AI quota. For the General AI quota, the NEET UG last round closing rank was 889 for

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