MBBS in India

Whether pursuing an MBBS in India is worth it is subjective but it is a highly secure, prestigious and also a stable career. But it also demans a massive cost in terms of time, mental and even physical energy.

To answer your question, yes MBBS is definitely worth pursuing in India because -

• There is almost 100% job security. You will always have work. 
• Doctors in India are still highly respected. 
• It is a lifelong profession with no strict retirement age. 
• While initial earnings are low with specialisation (PG) and experience doctors can earn very well. 
• High satisfaction from saving lives and helping people.

But just like everything has its minus points candidates should think properly because -

• it is a 5.5 years of study/internship followed by years of PG preparation and PG training (often 10+ years total). 
• After 5.5 years of hard work the internship stipend and early non PG salary can be very low. 
• There is a very tough competition to get a government seat (cheaper) or to get a PG seat later. 
• Private colleges can charge up to 1 Crore+ INR which may not offer a good return on investment unless you have scored really well in NEET UG and manage to get a government college. 
• Working hours are long (sometimes 48+ hours) and also job can be physically and mentally exhausting.

So lastly, It is absolutely worth it if you have a genuine passion for medicine, want to be a doctor and also helps people with ailments. But it is not worth it if you are doing it only for quick money or under some parental pressure.