What is MBBS?

The MBBS program typically lasts 5.5 years, which includes 4.5 years of academic study and 1 year of mandatory internship in hospitals and medical institutions. During the course, students study a wide range of subjects related to medicine and healthcare, such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Orthopedics, and many others. To be eligible for MBBS in India, students must have completed their 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and must qualify in the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test). Admission is highly competitive due to limited seats and high demand.

After completing the MBBS degree and internship, graduates are officially recognized as doctors and are eligible to practice medicine, register with the Medical Council of India (MCI) (now replaced by National Medical Commission – NMC), or pursue postgraduate studies such as MD/MS in specialized fields. In summary, MBBS is the foundational degree for becoming a licensed medical practitioner, providing comprehensive education in medical science and clinical practice, and serving as the gateway to a career in medicine.