Course overview
MBBS is the foundational professional degree for students pursuing medicine and surgery. It combines classroom learning, laboratory work, clinical exposure and a compulsory internship.
| Typical duration | 5.5 years, including internship |
|---|---|
| Entry route | 10+2 science and applicable entrance requirements |
| Core subjects | Physics, Chemistry and Biology at qualifying level |
| Progression | Postgraduate degrees and medical specialities |
Understanding the course
The programme builds knowledge across anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, community medicine, surgery, paediatrics and other clinical disciplines. Students develop practical skills through supervised clinical training.
Admission and eligibility
Applicants generally need a recognised 10+2 or equivalent qualification with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, along with the entrance and counselling requirements applicable to the institution and admission year.
After MBBS
Graduates may enter supervised practice, pursue postgraduate programmes such as MD, MS or DNB, or explore public health, research, hospital administration and related fields.
Eligibility, fees, seat availability and regulatory requirements change. Confirm current information with the relevant university, counselling body and professional regulator before applying.