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Both MBBS course and MBA course are different paths each with their own rewarding yet challenging opportunities. MBBS course is a medical degree that teaches students how to be doctors and typically takes 5.5 years (internship makes the course 5.5 years). Students will study medical science in detai
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MBBS course is the foundational Medical degree, typically spanning 5.5 years, including a 1-year internship. MBBS prepares students to become general physicians. MD is a PG degree pursued after MBBS, usually lasting 3 years, where doctors specialize in a particular field like internal medicine, paed
Upvote Medical courses are different and focus on different areas.
MBBS is broadest, pays most, and allows you to practice allopathic medicine worldwide.
BDS is for teeth and dental care. Dentists earn well, especially in private practice.
BAMS is for Ayurvedic medicine, popular in India. Earnings vary.
Particulars | MBBS | BDS | BAMS |
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Course Level | UG | UG | UG |
Course Duration | 5 years + 6 months internship | 5 years | 5 years |
Course Fees | Government: INR 10,000 - INR 50,000 per year Private: INR 3 Lakh - INR 25 Lakh per year | INR 16,500 - INR 42.5 Lakh | INR 20,000 - INR 3 Lakh |
Admission Criteria | Entrance-Based | Entrance-Based | Entrance-Based |
Eligibility Criteria | Class 12 & NEET | Class 12 & NEET | Class 12 & NEET |
Entrance Exams | NEET | NEET & KEAM | NEET |
Popular Colleges | Government - AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER, KGMU, AIIMS Rishikesh, etc. | KGMU, SRIHER, SRM Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, etc. | Banaras Hindu University, Dr D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Parul University, etc. |
Job Profiles | MBBS Doctors, Medical Surgeons, Medical Officers, Paediatricians, General Physicians, Medical Assistants (Surgery), etc. | Dentists, Dental officers in Defense Services, Dentists in Indian Railways, Lecturers, Researchers, etc. | Business Development Officer, Ayurvedic Doctor, Category Manager, Resident Medical Officer, Jr. Clinical Trial Coordinator, Medical Representative, etc. |
Average Salary | INR 2.5 LPA - INR 15 LPA | INR 3 LPA - INR 9 LPA | INR 3 LPA - INR 15 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Medanta Hospitals, Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Fortis Healthcare Ltd, Wockhardt Ltd, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd, etc. | Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Educational Institutes, Dental Product Manufacturers etc. | Government/Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Ayurvedic Clinics, Own Businesses, Wellness Centres, etc. |
Upvote What is the compulsory rotating internship included in MBBS course?
MBBS education in India requires students to have a compulsory internship where they are rotated through different fields of medicine. The internship provides students with hands-on training in different forms of medicine and is a requirement for a person to obtain their MBBS degree and become a reg
Upvote What are the books recommended for NEET UG entrance exam preparation for admission to MBBS course?
NEET UG is a highly competitive MBBS entrance examination in India. To prepare effectively for NEET, candidates will need comprehensive study materials and reference books that cover the subjects tested in the MBBS entrance examination, including Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Here are some importa
Upvote Number of MBBS seats in India has increased with both government and private medical colleges contributing to total.
Candidates can check table below to see an overview of MBBS seats in India -
State/UT | Number of Government MBBS Seats | Number of Private MBBS Seats | Total Number of MBBS Seats |
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Uttar Pradesh | 4,303 | 4,750 | 9,053 |
Delhi | 1,247 | 250 | 1,497 |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands | 100 | 0 | 100 |
Andhra Pradesh | 2,485 | 2,850 | 5,335 |
Arunachal Pradesh | 50 | 0 | 50 |
Assam | 1,150 | 0 | 1,150 |
Bihar | 1,515 | 900 | 2,415 |
Chandigarh | 150 | 0 | 150 |
Chhattisgarh | 965 | 600 | 1,565 |
Dadra and Nagar Haveli | 150 | 0 | 150 |
Goa | 180 | 0 | 180 |
Gujarat | 3,700 | 2,000 | 5,700 |
Haryana | 710 | 950 | 1,660 |
Himachal Pradesh | 770 | 150 | 920 |
Jammu and Kashmir | 1,047 | 100 | 1,147 |
Jharkhand | 680 | 250 | 930 |
Karnataka | 3,150 | 6,995 | 10,145 |
Kerala | 1,555 | 2,700 | 4,255 |
Madhya Pradesh | 2,180 | 1,900 | 4,080 |
Maharashtra | 4,825 | 5,070 | 9,895 |
Manipur | 225 | 150 | 375 |
Meghalaya | 50 | 0 | 50 |
Mizoram | 100 | 0 | 100 |
Odisha | 1,375 | 750 | 2,125 |
Puducherry | 380 | 1,250 | 1,630 |
Punjab | 800 | 950 | 1,750 |
Rajasthan | 3,055 | 950 | 4,005 |
Sikkim | 0 | 150 | 150 |
Tamil Nadu | 5,725 | 5,500 | 11,255 |
Telangana | 1,840 | 3,200 | 5,040 |
Tripura | 125 | 100 | 225 |
Uttarakhand | 700 | 450 | 1,150 |
West Bengal | 3,225 | 1,000 | 4,225 |
Total | 54,278 | 50,315 | 1,04,333 |
Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.
Upvote What are the scholarships available for MBBS students in India?
There are various scholarships available for students pursuing a Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery degree. You can find them in the section below.
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Upvote The application procedure for AIIMS Delhi differs for each course/program offered. In the case of admission to MBBS, there is no college-specific application form; candidates apply directly from the official site.
- For students who want to apply through the MBBS program, students need to registe
Upvote What is the admission procedure 2025 for MBBS at AIIMS?
The admission process for each course varies. However, the general steps include registering for the course-specific entrance exam, participating in the exam-specific counselling process, and receiving final seat allotment for shortlisted students.
- Step 1: Students seeking admission to MBBS must appl
Upvote Candidates can check below the benefits of pursuing MBBS course in India:
Job Stability and Demand: The healthcare industry has a consistently high demand for MBBS degree graduates. As the global population continues to grow and age, the need for healthcare services, including doctors, remains strong
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