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  • NEET PG 2025 Exam Date: Tentatively scheduled for July 6, 2025 (first Sunday of July).
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The MBBS Program continues to be one of the most sought-after undergraduate degrees in India for students aiming to become doctors. NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is the gateway to MBBS programs in India.

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What is MBBS?

MBBS stands for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, the foundational degree to practice medicine in India. It is a 5.5-year program including a 1-year internship, during which students study diagnostics, treatment procedures, human anatomy, pharmacology, pathology, and surgical techniques.

MBBS: Highlights and Details

Aspirants can check some of the key details about course structure, eligibility, fees, and career prospects.

Particulars Details
Full Form Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Level Undergraduate
Field Healthcare
Eligibility 10+2 (PCB Stream with English)
Course Duration 4.5 years + 1 year internship
Syllabus 19 Subjects
Entrance Exam NEET (UG)
Avg. Fee (Govt.) ₹5,000 – ₹20,000 per year
Avg. Fee (Private) ₹3,00,000 – ₹60,00,000 total
Avg. Starting Salary ₹2.5 LPA – ₹15 LPA
Top Recruiters Fortis, Apollo, ICMR, Max Healthcare, AIIMS, etc.

Upcoming Events: NEET 2025 Schedule (Tentative)

Candidates can check some of the important dates that MBBS aspirants must keep in mind for successful NEET 2025 participation.

Event Date
NEET 2025 Registration Start February 2025
NEET 2025 Registration End March 2025
NEET 2025 Exam Date May 4, 2025
Exam Time 2:00 PM – 5:20 PM
NEET 2025 Result NEET 2025 Result
NEET 2025 Counselling Start July 2025

Eligibility Criteria for MBBS (2025)

Candidates must meet specific academic and age requirements to qualify for the MBBS entrance exam and admission.

  • Minimum Age: 17 years as on December 31, 2025
  • Maximum Age: No upper age limit (per NMC rules)
  • Academic Qualification: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
  • Minimum Marks:
    • UR: 50%
    • OBC/SC/ST: 40%
    • PwD: 45%

Admission Process of MBBS

Aspirants should check each step from NEET registration to final seat allotment in medical colleges.

  • NEET Registration: Apply online through the official NEET website.
  • Entrance Exam: Appear for NEET 2025 and secure a valid score.
  • Result Declaration: NEET results expected in June 2025.
  • Counselling: MCC/State-level counselling for seat allotment.
  • Document Verification & Admission Fee Payment: Finalize admission with required documents.

Total MBBS Seats in India (2025 Projection)

India is expected to have over 110,000 MBBS seats across government and private institutions by 2025. Candidates can check seat availability across government and private colleges for MBBS admissions in 2025.

Medical Colleges Medical Seats
Government Medical College, Eluru 150
Government Medical College, Nandyal 150
Nagaon Medical College 100
Government Medical College, Ratnagiri 100
Government Medical College, Bundi 100
Arundathi Institute of Medical Sciences 150
Sri Chamundeshwari Medical College & Research Inst. 150
Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad 150
Neelima Institute of Medical Sciences, Medchal 150
Total Seats (All India Estimated) 110,000+

Why Choose MBBS?

MBBS offers aspirants a stable, respected, and impactful career in the medical and healthcare sector.

  • Stable and respected profession
  • High demand across rural and urban sectors
  • Global career opportunities
  • Opportunities in research, surgery, public health
  • MBBS opens doors to MD/MS/DNB and super-specialty programs
  • Significant government investment in health infrastructure.

Top Recruiters in MBBS

Candidates can explore top healthcare institutions that recruit MBBS-qualified candidates in various specializations.

  • Apollo Hospitals
  • Fortis Healthcare
  • Max Healthcare
  • Red Cross Society
  • Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
  • Manipal Hospitals
  • Columbia Asia
  • Care Hospitals

MBBS Salary in India

Aspirants can expect attractive salary packages based on their roles and specializations after completing MBBS.

Job Title Average Salary (per annum)
General Physician ₹7.3 LPA
Surgeon ₹11 LPA
Pediatrician ₹12 LPA
Cardiologists ₹12 LPA
Dermatologist ₹10 LPA
Chief Medical Officer ₹16 LPA

MBBS Specializations Post Graduation

After MBBS, candidates can pursue specialization to advance their expertise in specific fields of medicine.

  • General Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • ENT
  • Orthopedics
  • Psychiatry
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Dermatology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Anesthesiology
  • General Surgery
FAQs

The minimum age limit for NEET is 17 years, with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects in Class 12th.

Minimum 50% marks in Class 12th for General and minimum 40% marks for OBC/ST/SC category students.

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