Updated on Jun 24, 2024 01:31 IST
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A Medicine career in India is an advantageous but challenging path which demands tough education and full dedication. Even though there is competition and the courses are lengthy with training periods the Medicine career offers significant job security and also financial rewards. A graduate can earn around approx INR 2 - 30 LPA but it depends on the job profiles and also the experience. 

Top Career Profiles in Medicine Career

Cabdidates can see the jobs below:

Job Profiles

Description

Average Salary

Doctor

Becoming a medical doctor by earning an MBBS is one of the most common and prestigious medical careers in India. After completing MBBS, doctors can choose to specialize in various fields through postgraduate courses such as MD, MS, or DNB.

INR 7.6 LPA

Dentist 

Dentists specialize in oral health care. They can earn a BDS degree and further specialize in MDS.

INR 3.8 LPA

Surgeon

A surgeon is a medical professional who specializes in performing surgical procedures to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities through manual or instrumental techniques. 

INR 10.2 LPA

Veterinarian

A veterinarian is a medical professional who specializes in treating and caring for animals. 

INR 5.7 LPA

Cardiologist

A cardiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating diseases and conditions related to the cardiovascular system, which includes the heart and blood vessels. 

INR 15 LPA

Pharmacist 

Pharmacists are responsible for dispensing medications and ensuring patient safety and can earn a BPharm degree followed by an MPharm degree.

INR 2.6 LPA

Nurse 

Candidates can obtain a BSc Nursing degree and pursue advanced practice and management roles with an MSc Nursing degree.

INR 3 LPA

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapists help patients recover from injuries and improve their physical health. Candidates can earn a BPT degree and specialize with an MPT degree.

INR 3.1 LPA

Medicine Scope in India: Jobs, Salary and Further Education

Candidates can see the key sectors where Medicine candidates can work below:

Key Employment Industries

Organisations

Hospitals and Clinics

  • Public Hospitals
  • Private Hospitals
  • Community Health Centers

Academic and Research Institutions

  • Medical Colleges
  • Research Institutes

Public Health Sector

  • Government Health Departments
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Drug Development
  • Medical Sales and Marketing

Healthcare Administration

  • Hospital Management
  • Health Insurance Companies

Courses after Medicine

Candidates can see the courses that candidates can do after Medicine courses below:

Courses

Duration

MD

2 years

MS

3 years

MSc Nursing

2 years

MDS

3 years

MPT

2 years

M Pharmacy

2 years

Candidates can see the key courses they can do after PG Medicine courses:

Courses

Duration

MBA in Hospital Management

2 years

Public Health Management

2-7 years

Clinical Research Courses

3-4 years

PhD in Medicine

3-5 years

MPH

2 years

Medicine Top Recruiters

Candidates can see the list of recruiters below:

Medicine Top Recruiters

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals

Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre

Medanta Hospitals

Wockhardt Ltd.

Fortis Healthcare Ltd.

Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd.

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

Cipla Ltd.

Best Medicine Colleges for Placements

Candidates can see the list of best colleges with high placement: 

Medicine Colleges

Median Salary

JIPMER Puducherry

24 LPA

SRIHER

5.25 - 21 LPA

Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College and Hospital

18.7 LPA

PGIMER

17 LPA

Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (AMU)

17 LPA

AMU

8.23 - 16 LPA

KMC, Manipal

15.6 LPA

Saveetha University

5.4 - 15.6 LPA

Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University)

15 - 15.6 LPA

Table of contents
  • Popular Medicine Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Medicine Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Medicine Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Medicine UG Courses
  • Popular Medicine PG Courses
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Popular Medicine Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Medicine Colleges in India. Learn more about these Medicine colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
5 Courses
2.11 K
22 LPA

#1 NIRF

1 Course
19.5 L
18 LPA

#2 NIRF

4 Courses
3.6 K - 17 K
6.41 - 12.09 LPA

#3 NIRF

13 Courses
46.58 K
24 LPA

#4 NIRF

1 Course
94.62 K
6 LPA
2 Courses
20 K - 1.5 L

#7 NIRF

Popular Private Medicine Colleges in India

1 Course
4.9
4.6
2.52 L

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2 Courses
6 L

#18 NIRF

8.1 L
3 Courses
2.4 L - 8.72 L
4.0

Medicine Applications open. Apply Now

2 Courses
7.88 L - 85.05 L
6.9 LPA

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Medicine. Students interested in pursuing a career on Medicine, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

10 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Result

4 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Exam date

10 Jul ' 26 - 30 Jul ' 26

AIAPGET 2026 Registration process

Aug '26

AIAPGET 2026 admit card release

TENTATIVE

25 Jul ' 26 - 28 Jul ' 26

NEET PG 2026 Application Correction Dates

11 Aug ' 26 - 27 Aug ' 26

NEET PG 2026 City Intimation Slip

Popular Medicine Specializations

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

Popular Specializations

Popular Medicine UG Courses

Following are the most popular Medicine UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Medicine PG Courses

Following are the most popular Medicine PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Answered 12 hours ago

With 211 marks in NEET under the ST category, you meet the basic ST qualifying cutoff (which ranges around 212–177 marks), but your chances of securing a government MBBS seat are practically nil. This score will not clear the admission cutoffs for government medical colleges or state quotas, though

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Swati Pandey

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 14 hours ago

Yes, for all the universities recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC), such as Orenburg State Medical University's MBBS degree, can be practiced in India. To practice legally in India, the graduates from Russian Universities must give NEET-UG before joining and clear the FMGE (or NExT) l

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Anubha

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Answered 16 hours ago

The minimum age limit for MGUMST MBBS admission is 17 years old. Students should not be less than 17 years old to get admission. The maximum age limit is not declared by the university as of now.

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 16 hours ago

No, MBGUMST MBBS admissions are not open currently. The admission window is expected to open in August. University starts admission with Rajasthan NEET counseling and MCC. 

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 17 hours ago

The total seat intake at MGUMST for MBBS is 250. The seats are limited for 2026. Students who want to get a seat at the university are required to complete the admission process of the course. The admission is done on the basis of NEET scores.

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 17 hours ago

Yes, the Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology does offer an MBBS programme in full-time mode. The duration of the course is 4.5 years plus 1 year of rotational internship. The course admission is entrance-based.

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 17 hours ago

Students who fulfil the eligibility criteria of the course and complete the selection process can get admission to MGUMST. The admission is done based on entrance. Students must qualify for the NEET exam to get admission. 

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Anjali Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 18 hours ago

Yes, King George's Medical University offers specific merit-based awards and financial support for top performers in the MBBS program, including Hewett Gold Medal, professional examination rank scholarships providing up to INR 10,000 per year, as well as tuition fee waivers, and subject-specific med

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

Special financial aid are available for economically weaker students enrolled in the King George's Medical University MBBS course. Needy candidates can apply for direct university grants-in-aid. The college administration also facilitates simple student loan processes with banks. It covers tuition c

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

The total course fee for the entire 5.5-year MBBS programme at King George's Medical University is INR 2.73 Lakhs for general category students and around INR 2.30 Lakhs for reserved category (SC/ST/OBC) students.

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

Studying at King George's Medical University is exceptionally budget-friendly and cheap throughout the entire duration of programme. The combined costs of tuition, campus hostel accommodation, and utility electricity sum up to minimal amounts annually. Financial scholarship schemes provide further r

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

Yes, KGMU is exceptionally good for MBBS, though it operates on a traditional medical placement and internship model rather than corporate campus interviews. The university achieves near 100% completion rates for mandatory rotating internships, reports a median undergraduate package of roughly INR 9

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

The last round closing rank for the MBBS course at King George's Medical University in 2025 was 2588 for the General All India category. Round one choices for this popular programme close much earlier at a strict rank of 1628. Aspirants must target a rank lower than these numbers to secure their sea

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

It is absolutely impossible to apply for a seat at King George's Medical University without passing the national entrance exam for MBBS. Every single seat is governed strictly by supreme court mandates and medical council guidelines. The university does not maintain separate windows or private entry

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

Yes, a national level competitive test is strictly mandatory to enter MBBS course at King George's Medical University. Admissions operate strictly on a competitive merit system to pick top-tier talents. Candidates are tested on their knowledge of senior secondary physics, chemistry, and biology. 

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the single mandatory exam required for MBBS programme at King George's Medical University. No separate university-specific entrance tests or regional assessment systems exist for this course.  

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

Yes, achieving a high rank on the competitive entrance exam is the exact requirement to enter MBBS course at King George's Medical University. In the Indian medical counselling context, a high rank means a very low rank number, placing you among the top national scorers. Top-tier rank holders pick t

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

Affordable fees and excellent reputation are the reasons why KGMU is so popular. The university provides an ideal balance of rigorous academics and intense clinical practice. Post-graduate selection rates from this college are incredibly high nationwide. Students enjoy a vibrant campus life alongsid

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

A century-old legacy of medical excellence gives an edge to the King George's Medical University MBBS course. Newer medical institutions often lack deeply experienced faculty and established systems. The university boasts highly distinguished professors who are top medical experts. A vast network of

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

Admissions to MBBS at KGMU open formally only once a year following the publication of national test results. The application cycle follows a strict timeline declared by central and state medical counselling boards. Prospective students cannot apply at random times. 

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

Advanced clinical specialities are introduced extensively in the King George's Medical University MBBS course. Students learn Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, and Forensic Medicine in intermediate semesters. The final professional phase covers complex topics like General Medicine and General S

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 18 hours ago

In the first year of MBBS at KGMU, students will study pre-clinical subjects. These initial months are dedicated entirely to Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry. This intensive phase helps students understand the human body deeply. The year concludes with strict university exams worth 200 marks pe

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

To qualify for undergraduate entry at King George's Medical University, specific merit benchmarks apply for MBBS seats. Candidates must pass their 10+2 board exams from a recognised board. They need to satisfy basic age limits and submit a valid health fitness certificate. Clearing the competitive c

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 18 hours ago

MBBS degree from King George's Medical University holds massive prestige worldwide. Major international medical councils fully recognize this undergraduate qualification. Graduates are eligible to sit for global licensing exams like the USMLE or PLAB. Alumni work in top-tier healthcare networks and

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Rashmi Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

No, AIIMS Delhi does not provide lateral entry for MBBS course. Students need to complete five-year course to get a degree. Students cannot apply through Diploma or other bachelor's degree. To get admission, students need to apply through NEET exam after completing Class 12.

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Manisha Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

According to college reports, you have to do the compulsory 1-year internship for which stipend is approximately INR 14,000 to INR 20,000 per month.

Campus placements are not offered as mostly graduates choose government service or continue their studies. If needed, service bond usually lasts 1-2 yea

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Akanksha Yadav

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 3 days ago

Yes, candidates from outside Rajasthan can apply for MBBS seats at SMS Medical College. Non-residence candidates can secure a seat exclusively through the 15% All India Quota seats. AIQ seats are allotted via central counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) based on open nati

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

Out of the 250 total seats, 15% (approximately 37–38 seats) fall under the All India Quota managed by MCC. The remaining 85% (approximately 212 seats) are allocated to Rajasthan state domicile candidates via state counselling. Seat reservations for SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS, and PwD candidates are appl

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

SMS Medical College has an annual intake capacity of 250 students for its MBBS programme. All 250 seats are recognised by the National Medical Commission. Admissions to these seats are filled through two major quotas: 15% All India Quota and 85% Rajasthan State Quota. No direct, management, or priva

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

No, SMS Medical College does not conduct any independent entrance examination for its MBBS course. Admissions are based entirely on the NEET-UG conducted by the National Testing Agency. Candidates are allocated seats based on their NEET AIR via centralized state or national counselling rounds.

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Al Kashaf

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