MD (Doctor of Medicine) / MS (Master of Surgery)
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2 Year Academic And 1 Year internship |
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Under Graduate |
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Degree |
MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery) are postgraduate medical degrees pursued by medical graduates (MBBS holders) after successful completion of their undergraduate studies. These courses are specialized programs that prepare doctors for expertise in non-surgical (MD) and surgical (MS) branches of medicine.
They are awarded after completion of 3 years of academic and clinical training in a specific specialty area.
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MD focuses on internal medicine and diagnosis, offering specializations like General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, etc.
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MS is centered on surgical techniques and hands-on procedures, with specializations like General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, etc.
Both MD and MS holders are eligible to use the “Dr.” title and are considered experts in their respective fields. These degrees are crucial for those aspiring to become consultants, surgeons, academicians, or specialists in hospitals and research institutions.
📚 Duration of MD/MS Course
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3 years of full-time clinical and theoretical training
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Includes hands-on experience in hospitals, case presentations, seminars, and dissertation work
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For candidates with a 2-year PG diploma in the same specialty, the duration of MD/MS may be reduced to 2 years in some cases
📌 Eligibility Criteria for MD/MS
To apply for an MD or MS course, a candidate must:
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Hold an MBBS degree from a medical college recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
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Have completed a 1-year mandatory rotating internship.
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Be permanently or provisionally registered with the NMC or State Medical Council.
Additionally, students must appear for a national-level entrance examination for postgraduate medical seats.
📝 Entrance Exam for MD/MS – NEET-PG
Admission to MD/MS programs in India is based on the NEET-PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate Courses) conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
🎯 NEET-PG Qualifying Criteria:
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General Category: Minimum 50th percentile
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SC/ST/OBC: Minimum 40th percentile
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Persons with Disabilities (PwD):
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UR-PwD: Minimum 45th percentile
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SC/ST/OBC-PwD: Minimum 40th percentile
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The percentile is determined based on the highest marks secured in NEET-PG for the relevant academic year.
🧑⚕️ Career Scope After MD/MS
Post completion, doctors can:
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Work as Consultants or Specialists in hospitals
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Join medical colleges as professors or researchers
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Start their own specialty clinics or hospitals
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Appear for super-specialty (DM/MCh) courses
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Pursue opportunities in medical administration, research, or international healthcare
With the growing demand for expert medical professionals, both MD and MS offer prestigious and high-paying career paths in India and abroad.
Total MD/MS colleges = 307
Total MD/MS Seats = 26949
Total Gov. MD/MS Seats = 35489
Total Pvt. MD/MS Seats = 23400
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