Medicine Career Guide: Roles, Salary 2025 & Future Scope

Akansha BishtSenior Executive
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:
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Job Profiles |
Description |
Average Salary |
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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 |
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Dentists specialize in oral health care. They can earn a BDS degree and further specialize in MDS. |
INR 3.8 LPA |
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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 |
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A veterinarian is a medical professional who specializes in treating and caring for animals. |
INR 5.7 LPA |
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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 |
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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 |
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Candidates can obtain a BSc Nursing degree and pursue advanced practice and management roles with an MSc Nursing degree. |
INR 3 LPA |
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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:
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Key Employment Industries |
Organisations |
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Hospitals and Clinics |
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Academic and Research Institutions |
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Public Health Sector |
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Pharmaceutical Industry |
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Healthcare Administration |
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Courses after Medicine
Candidates can see the courses that candidates can do after Medicine courses below:
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Courses |
Duration |
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MD |
2 years |
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3 years |
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MSc Nursing |
2 years |
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MDS |
3 years |
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MPT |
2 years |
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M Pharmacy |
2 years |
Candidates can see the key courses they can do after PG Medicine courses:
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Courses |
Duration |
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2 years |
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2-7 years |
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3-4 years |
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PhD in Medicine |
3-5 years |
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2 years |
Medicine Top Recruiters
Candidates can see the list of recruiters below:
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Medicine Top Recruiters |
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Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals |
Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre |
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Medanta Hospitals |
Wockhardt Ltd. |
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Fortis Healthcare Ltd. |
Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd. |
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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:
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Medicine Colleges |
Median Salary |
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24 LPA |
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5.25 - 21 LPA |
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18.7 LPA |
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17 LPA |
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17 LPA |
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8.23 - 16 LPA |
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15.6 LPA |
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5.4 - 15.6 LPA |
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Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University) |
15 - 15.6 LPA |
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News & Updates
Student Forum
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Yes, MBBS in Netherlands is tough for Indian applicants. Tougher for those who do not know Dutch language at all. This is because majority of MBBS courses in Netherlands are offered in Dutch.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered Yesterday
It is not ideal for most Indian students due to language barriers and limited English-taught options. Still it attracts students because of a good medical reputation.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered Yesterday
Amity University, Jaipur has not listed NEET-UG as an accepted entrance exam for BPharm admissions. The institute does accept NEET-UG for other courses such as BTech in Biotechnology.
However, primary scores which are used to evaluate a candidate during BPharm admissions are Class 12 board exam score
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
No, NEET-UG is not a mandatory entrance exam for every Parul University BSc admission. Only some BSc courses such as BSc in Medical Biotechnology require candidates to appear for NEET-UG to qualify for admissions.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Yes, NEET is enough for ITS College of Health and Wellness Sciences admissions. Students however, do need to participate in counselling round after the entrance exam. Interested and eligible students can apply online.
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Answered Yesterday
The NTA will announce the NEET UG 2026 results around a month after the exam. The NEET result will be released as a PDF download file comprising the cutoff marks and merit list.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered Yesterday
To check the KEAM merit list for Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, students have to go to the official site, ie, Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE). This is the body that conducts the KEAM counselling process. It is also the same one who handles the KEAM entranc
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Yes, you could get into this college with a KEAM rank of 500 if you belong to the General HS quota. For this category, the last round cutoff ranged from 184 to 79440. Hence, you could get admission in the Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram with a rank of 500.
Students can refer to the ta
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
The Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, MBBS cutoff 2025 was released for admission to various Home State quota categories based on the NEET entrance examination, followed by the KEAM counselling process.
For the General HS category, the overall cutoff ranged from 308 to 370. To know the
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
MBBS course at Tribhuvan University can be completed in 4 & Half Years + 1 Year Compulsory Rotating Internship. The language of instruction of this course is English. For admission to Tribhuvan MBBS, a high school degree is required. The overall tuition fee of this course is NPR 45,95,120.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
No, Haldia Institute of Dental Sciences and Research generally does not offer seats without NEET score. Students have to submit a valid NEET UG/ PG score and appear for the counselling rounds to get admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
| College | Approx. MBBS Fees (Merit Quota) | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) | ₹6–7 Lacs per year | Strong clinical exposure, RGUHS affiliation, reputed faculty. |
| Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre | ₹7–8 Lacs per year | Large hospital setup, good infrastructure, recognised by NMC. |
| St. John's Medical College | ₹6–7 Lacs per year (merit quota) | NAAC A, strong placements, national reputation. |
| MS Ramaiah Medical College | ₹6.35 Lacs per year (merit quota) | NIRF ranked, NAAC A+, excellent hospital tie-ups. |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
For NEET UG 2025, the cutoff for BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) at Terna College of Physiotherapy, Navi Mumbai was around NEET score 330–350 for General category, and 300–320 for OBC/EWS. For SC/ST, the cutoff was lower, typically 250–280.
Terna College of Physiotherapy – NEET 2025 BPT Cutoff
| Category | NEET 2025 Cutoff (Score Range) | Remarks |
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| General | 330–350 | Competitive due to limited seats (100 intake). |
| OBC/EWS | 300–320 | Slight relaxation compared to General. |
| SC/ST | 250–280 | Reserved category benefit. |
| PwD | ~220–240 | Special quota, fewer applicants. |
Admi
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Candidates can know the NEET exam centre 2026 allotment through the release of admit card. The NEET admit card was released on April 26. Candidates must download their hall tickets to know the name and address of the allotted exam centre.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 days ago
The NEET admit card 2026 was released on April 26, 2026, as scheduled. The released has not been postponed.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
Candidates need to carry the given documents to the NEET 2026 exam centre-
- Passport-size & postcard size photographs
- Valid & original photo ID proof
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Scribe related documents, if applicable
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
Candidates need the following login details to download the NEET hall ticket-
- Application number
- Password
- Security code
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
The total number of seats are not defined by North Caucasian State Academy. As per souces, over 5500 seats are available in the MBBA course. For exact number of seats, aspirants must contact the admissions department.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NEET exam is the only entrance exam students are required to clear for admissions at Tver State Medical University. Apart from the NEET exam, the students do not need to appear or qualify any other exam such as IELTS, TOEFL, etc.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Tver State Medical University is one of the best Medical university in Russia and a first choice of foreign students. Below mentioned are benefits of MBBS programme from TSMU-
- Learn from medical experts
- Rewarding academic career
- Long term relation with faculty
- Best career opportunities
- International Med
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
As per NIRF ranking 2025, Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research ranked as the top Medical college in Kolkata followed by other top college like Medical College Kolkata.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Aspirants cannot get admission without NEET scores. Candidates need to have a valid score in NEET to get a seat in BHMS programme of Swami Vivekanand Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital. Candidates must also complete Class 12 with PCB to get admission in BHMS programme.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
Some of the top reasons to join the top Medical colleges in Rajasthan are mentioned below -
- Quality Education
- Affordable Tuition Fees
- Experienced Faculty
- Modern Infrastructure
- Growing Healthcare Sector
Source: External site and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The exams like NEET are basically for practicing here in India, so the National University of Singapore does not really ask for it.
Given below are the guidelines, take a look -
- If an Indian student wishes to return to India and practice, then NEET is mandatory.
- It is kind of a licensing exam to pract
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
First things first, it is not easy to get into the MBBS program at the National University of Singapore due to its low acceptance rate.
Indian students are required to be very competitive in terms of academics. Given below are the requirements -
- Class 12th results (go as high as 95%+ in CBSE or ISC)
- H
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
For government college 550+ is required and it varies year to year depending upon the cut off
For private 200+ is required for BDS
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Beginner-Level 2
Answered a week ago
It depends from where you are if your are from Delhi itself, due to state quota relatively lower Cuttoff you need to get admission approximately 640-650
But for all India quota you need minimum 680
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered a week ago
Yes, you can join Delhi university on the basis of 12th percentage
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Beginner-Level 2
Answered a week ago
To get an MBBS seat at DU, students have to appear for the NEET UG entrance examination, attain valid ranks according to the DU NEET UG cutoff 2025 and attend the NEET UG counselling process.
The DU cutoff 2025 was released for various All India categories, like General, OBC, etc. For the General AI
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, students can take admissions to University of York without giving NEET exam in Bsc course University of York admissions to all courses are offered on the basis of merit & personal interview. For admissions BSc course, students need to pass class 12 exam or equivalent with minimum for 75% aggreg
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