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MBBS (doctor)
Degree
A 5.5-year medical degree (including internship) that leads to becoming a doctor. Admission is by NEET-UG and counselling.
Who can join
12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (or Biotechnology), with minimum marks and age rules in the NEET notification.
Courses and options inside this path
- MBBS
- Then MD/MS through NEET-PG, or practise as a general doctor
Entrance exams and entry routes
What you can do after this
- Doctor in government or private hospitals
- Specialist after postgraduate training
- Medical research and teaching
- Civil services and public health
Next steps
- Read the NEET-UG notification each year for dates and eligibility.
- Prepare for counselling: all-India and state quotas are separate.
- Look at scholarships for medical students on this site.
Official links
Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is MBBS (doctor)?
A 5.5-year medical degree (including internship) that leads to becoming a doctor. Admission is by NEET-UG and counselling.
Who can join MBBS (doctor)?
12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (or Biotechnology), with minimum marks and age rules in the NEET notification.
Which exams or entry routes are used for MBBS (doctor)?
NEET-UG; MCC counselling (all-India seats). Always confirm dates and rules on the official website.
What can you do after MBBS (doctor)?
Doctor in government or private hospitals; Specialist after postgraduate training; Medical research and teaching; Civil services and public health.