MBBS Curriculum: A Comprehensive Guide

MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) is an undergraduate program that prepares students to become medical doctors. The program provides essential knowledge in medical science and clinical skills, training individuals to diagnose and treat diseases. Below is a detailed guide covering the eligibility, admission procedure, curriculum structure, career options, and competitive exams in India and abroad after completing this program.

1. Eligibility Criteria 🎓

      Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 12th grade with 50–60% marks. Age limit: 17–25 years.
    

Academic: 12th with PCB, English compulsory in some colleges.
Age: Minimum 17 years, max 25 (general category).
Medical Fitness: Certificate required.

2. Admission Procedure 📝

Admissions mainly through NEET. AIIMS, JIPMER also via NEET. Counseling & merit list decide college allocation.

3. Program Structure 📚

Year 1: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
Year 2: Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology
Year 3: Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obs-Gynae
Year 4: Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Psychiatry
Year 5: Internship (clinical training)

4. Career Options 💼

General Practitioner / Specialist Doctor
Surgeon (Orthopedic, Neuro, Cardio etc.)
Medical Research & Teaching
Healthcare Administration
Public Health & Government Services

5. Competitive Exams in India 🏅

NEET (mandatory)
State CETs (MH CET, Karnataka CET etc.)

6. Competitive Exams Abroad 🌏

MCAT (USA)
UKCAT / BMAT (UK)
IELTS / TOEFL (English proficiency)

7. Top Universities 🌟

India: AIIMS Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, CMC Vellore, KMC Manipal

Abroad: Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge, Melbourne, Moscow State Medical Univ

Conclusion 🎯

MBBS is a rewarding program with careers in medicine, surgery, research, and healthcare. With dedication and training, graduates make a major contribution to global health.