Medical Courses, Colleges & Career Paths
Medical education in India centres on the 5.5-year MBBS degree (including a one-year internship), with admission exclusively through NEET UG. Eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Beyond MBBS, students pursue BDS, BAMS, BHMS, Nursing and Physiotherapy. Doctors and specialists enjoy strong, stable demand, with earnings that grow substantially after postgraduate specialisation.
Duration
5.5 Years (incl. internship)
Eligibility
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology
Popular Entrance Exams
NEET UG
Average Fees
₹10,000 – ₹25,00,000 / year
Specializations
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Rankings
Top Medical Colleges in India 2026
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Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
MBBS₹1.5L / year5.0 - 15
Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA) Deemed to be University
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
MBBS₹1.7L / year5.0 - 16
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
MBBS₹17.6L / year5.0
Admissions
Top Medical Entrance Exams
Key exams, their schedule and format for the upcoming admission cycle.
NEET UG
National- Date
- May 2026
- Mode
- Offline (Pen & Paper)
NEET PG
National- Date
- June 2026
- Mode
- Online (CBT)
INI CET
National- Date
- May 2026
- Mode
- Online (CBT)
Career Scope
Career Opportunities after Medical
Popular roles graduates move into, with indicative salary ranges in India.
Physician
Diagnose and treat patients across general medicine.
₹8–25 LPA
Surgeon
Perform operative procedures after PG specialisation.
₹12–40 LPA
Pediatrician
Specialise in child and adolescent healthcare.
₹10–30 LPA
Radiologist
Interpret imaging to diagnose disease.
₹15–45 LPA
Medical Researcher
Advance clinical and biomedical science.
₹6–20 LPA
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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