Medical Education in India

Medical profession is one of the most prestigious professions of India. Over the years, India has produced several doctors who are world renowned and are known for their skills. However, there is still a dearth of doctors in the country and India is in true need of quality doctors. However, admission to MBBS programs need years of hard work and dedication.
The Medical Council of India (MCI) Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Ordinance, 2018 (Ordinance 8 of 2018), the Medical Council of India shall stand superseded now is not a statutory body for establishing uniform and high standards of medical education in India.
Now the Supreme Court has allowed the Central Government to replace the medical council and with the help of five specialized doctors monitor the medical education system in India, from July 2017.
MBBS Degree in India
Students who have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology can opt for MBBS. The MBBS is a 5.5 year (4.5 years academic education 1 year mandatory internship) at the undergraduate level. One can go for postgraduate program which is of 2 years and leads to MD and MS depending upon the area of specialisation. The courses taught at the undergraduate level include Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry,Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine, Ear Nose and Throat and Ophthalmology among others.

Opportunities in Medical Careers

Candidates with a Medical Degree are appointed as Medical College Faculty, Medical Doctors, Health consultants etc. with hospitals. Job position depends on highest level or degree, expertise, experience and medical stream etc.

Governing Bodies

The Medical Council of India and Dental Council of India are two main governing bodies for medical education in India. Other bodies like Nursing Council of India and Pharmacy Council of India also play important role in various programme regulations. For details about all such bodies related to medical and allied education see Apex Bodies

Courses Available

Undergraduate Medical Courses

    MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
    BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
    BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
    BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
    BSMS (Bachelor of Sidda Medical Science)
    BVSc (Bachelor of Veterinary Science)
    BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)

Allied Courses

    B Pharma (Bachelor of Pharmacy)
    BSC Nursing
    BPT (Physiotherapy)
    BNYSc (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences)

Postgraduate Medical Courses

MD (Doctor of Medicine)
MS (Master of Surgery)
DNB (Diplomate of National Board)
DM (Doctorate of Medicine)
MCh (Master of Chirurgical)

Universities and HEIs in Medical Education

AIIMS, Christian Medical College Vellore, Armed Forces Medical College Pune, Maulana Azad Medical College, Madras Medical College, Calcutta Medical College, King George's Medical College are among the top medical colleges in India. For exclusive details go to Universities Hub

Medical Programs Admission

Tentatively you need following basic qualifications to enter into Medical Education program

Bachelor’s Degree: Pass in Secondary School Examination
Master’s Degree: Pass Bachelor’s degree program in Medical Engineering

Admission to medical colleges in India are offered through a common admission test called NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test).NEET-UG is an entrance examination in India, for students who wish to study any graduate medical course (MBBS/ dental course (BDS) or postgraduate course (MD / MS) in government or private medical colleges in India. See exclusive details about medical entrance examinations

Recognition of Indian Medical Programs

The medical programmes offered in India are recognized worldwide both as gereral as well as medical qualification. However, to practice medicine in a foreign country certain norms may differ. In such cases, candidates are required to pass certification examinations.

Top Institutions and Rankings

See rankings of Universities and Institutes of Higher Education (HEIs) including top medical programmes, click here.

Major Recruiters

Central and State Government through UPSC, State PSCs, University Grants Commission (UGC), Research Institutions and industry partners, Medical Colleges and Universities, Hospitals and Healthcare Centers are some top recruiters of medical professionals.

Self Employment Options

Candidates registered with Medical Council of India and Dental Council of India is entitled to practice medicine as consultant doctors. They can start their own clinic and hospitals.

Short Term Courses

Certificate programmes, Evening Programmes etc are offered by various medical schools for the training of medical professionals. Doctors and Professionals attend such programmes to enhance knowledge so they can provide better patient care.
Also for candidates with qualification in science certificate/short term programmes are offered. The purpose of these programmes is to prepare candidates who can help medical professionals.

Beyond Medical

Medical Professionals can work with any Government and Private organization under various capacities. Indeed it’s a noble profession and many work in the same field. However, the capabilities and medical doctors gain over the year during training makes a different fellow altogether. Depending upon expertise and experience medical professionals are recruited under various management posts. Often such recruitments happen with major corporate houses where they need a think tank. In government, many medical doctors chose to work as civil servants etc. In examinations like UPSC CSE candidates with medical degrees make a significant presence. For details see Career Options.