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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
Hi.
With NEET rank 350:
Highly probable to get AIIMS Jodhpur MBBS (General category)
Almost guaranteed for reserved categories
Seat allotment is subject to counselling choices and availability
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
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Scope in India
Growing Demand
India has 1.4 billion population and a growing need for hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers.
Paramedical professionals are essential in lab testing, imaging, emergency care, and therapy services.
Government schemes like Ayushman Bharat and private healthcare expansion fuel demand.
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
Hi,
Paramedical Courses
Focus
Technical and supportive roles in healthcare
Assisting doctors in diagnosis, imaging, lab work, emergency care
Common Courses
BSc / Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (MLT)
Radiology & Imaging Technology
Operation Theatre Technology
Dialysis Technology
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Career Scope
Lab Technician
Radiology Technician
OT Technician
Dialysis Technician
EMS / Emergency Technician
Pros
Shorter duration (1–4 years)
Moderate fees (especially government colleges)
Quick entry into workforce
High demand in diagnostic labs and hospitals
Cons
Salary starts low (₹15,000–30,000/month)
Caree
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
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Why Paramedical Courses Are Worth It
High Demand in Healthcare
Hospitals, diagnostic labs, trauma centers, and clinics need skilled technicians.
Healthcare demand in India is growing rapidly (especially after COVID-19).
Shorter Duration
Diploma: 1–2 years
Degree (BSc): 3–4 years
Faster entry into the workforce compared to MBBS.
Affordable Compared to MBBS
Government colleges: Low fees
Private colleges: Moderate fees (still much cheaper than medical degrees)
Early Job Opportunities
You can work as:
Lab Technician
Radiology Technician
OT Technician
Dialysis Technician
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
Hi.
In a simple way we can say
Paramedical = Technical healthcare support
Allied Health Sciences = Broader professional healthcare fields beyond doctors & nurses
Paramedical Courses
What they focus on:
Emergency and supportive medical care
Assisting doctors during diagnosis and treatment
Technical & clinical support roles
Common Courses:
Diploma / BSc in Medical Lab Technology (MLT)
Radiology & Imaging Technology
Operation Theatre Technology
Dialysis Technology
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Key Features:
Can be Diploma or Degree
More job-oriented & skill-based
Often shorter duration (1–3 years for diploma)
Focus on assistin
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
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Yes you can do MBA after Paramedical courses
Most MBA colleges in India require:
A Bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognised university
Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories in many colleges)
Qualification in an entrance exam like:
CAT
MAT
XAT
CMAT
State-level MBA exams
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
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Here are some of the top Dental colleges in India for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) based on reputation, infrastructure, patient inflow, faculty, and consistent rankings.
- Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences
- Manipal College of Dental Sciences
- Government Dental College and Hospital
- Nair Hospital Dental College
- Christian Dental College
- A.B.Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences
- SRM Dental College
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
Hi.
These are usually the most budget-friendly because they are funded by the government:
| College Name | Location | Approx. Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS) | Delhi | ₹15,600/yr |
| Government Dental College & Hospital, Mumbai | Maharashtra | ₹35,700/yr |
| Nair Dental College | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹35,000/yr |
| Government Dental College, Bangalore | Karnataka | ₹55,000/yr |
| Government Dental College, Chennai | Tamil Nadu | ₹35,000/yr |
| Patna Dental College | Bihar | ₹12,000/yr |
| Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Dental College (AMU) | Aligarh | ₹67,900 total |
| ESIC Dental College & Hospital | New Delhi | ₹1,15,000 total |
Government colleges typically charge nominal fees (often under ₹1 lakh for the entire BDS course), making them the most affordable BDS options in India.
Affordable Private Dental Colleges
These don't charge as low as government ones, but are lower-fee private options compared with top private institutions:
| College Name | Location | Approx. Total BDS Fees |
|---|---|---|
| SDM College of Dental Sciences & Hospital | Dharwad, Karnataka | ₹3.84 lakh |
| Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital | Patna, Bihar | ₹12 lakh |
| Guru Nanak Institute of Dental Sciences & Research | Kolkata, West Bengal | ₹16 lakh |
| College of Dental Sciences | Davanagere, Karnataka | ₹14 lakh |
| J.K.K. Nattraja Dental College | Namakkal, Tamil Nadu | ₹15 lakh |
| Christian Dental College & Hospital | Ludhiana, Punjab | ₹8.8 lakh |
| Bapuji Dental College & Hospital | Davanagere, Karnataka | ₹19.2 lakh |
| A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences | Mangalore, Karnataka | ₹20.5 lakh |
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
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For admission to MBBS at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raebareli, the NEET UG cutoff is based mainly on All India Quota (AIQ) rank after MCC counselling. The exact cutoff varies by year, category, and counselling round, but here are the latest available trends for 2025:
AIIMS Raebareli NEET UG Cutoff 2025 (MBBS)
General (UR) category – AI Quota:
Round 1 closing rank: 2600
Round 2 closing rank: 3284
Round 3 (final) closing rank: 3736 AIR (All India Rank)
Other categories (All India Quota, approximate closing ranks):
OBC: 3279 – 4282 AIR
EWS: 3646 – 4501 AIR
SC: 23301 – 34668 AIR
ST: 41778 – 51396 AIR
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 17
Hi.
Yes, it is compulsory to participate in counselling to get admission into the MBBS programme at Government Kilpauk Medical College (GKMC), Chennai.
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