MD — Doctor of Medicine
Postgraduate specialisation in non-surgical medical branches for MBBS doctors.
MD at a glance
Duration
3 years
Eligibility
MBBS from an NMC-recognised college with completed internship and valid permanent registration.
Entrance exam
NEET PG — the single national exam for PG medical admissions across MCC (AIQ / Deemed / Central) and state quotas.
Fees range
Government: ₹40,000 – ₹1.5 lakh/yr · Deemed: ₹15 – 40 lakh/yr · Private varies by state
About the MD programme
MD is a three-year residency programme in a chosen non-surgical or para-clinical specialty.
Residents combine intensive clinical training with academic work, thesis and journal publications.
MD holders can practise as specialists, pursue super-specialty DM, teach in medical colleges or move into research and administration.
Highlights of MD
~30+ MD specialties including Medicine, Paediatrics, Radiology, Anaesthesiology, Dermatology and Psychiatry
Highly competitive — clinical branches typically close within top ranks
Same seat matrix and counselling as MS via MCC/state
Opens the door to DM super-specialisation and academic careers
How to get admission to MD
- 1Qualify NEET PG
- 2Register with MCC for AIQ / Deemed / Central and with your state counselling
- 3Fill preferences across MD, MS and DNB seats
- 4Confirm admission and join residency
MD subjects & syllabus
Specialty theory, applied basic sciences and current advances
Clinical postings, ward rounds and outpatient services
Thesis / dissertation and research methodology
Journal clubs, seminars and case presentations
Rotations in allied specialties as per NMC curriculum
Career opportunities after MD
Consultant / Specialist in hospitals and clinics
DM super-specialisation (e.g. Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology)
Medical college faculty (Assistant Professor track)
Public health, health policy and hospital leadership
Clinical research and pharmaceutical medicine
Average salary
₹12 – 30 LPA for specialists; significantly higher with experience and super-specialisation
Leading MD colleges in India
AIIMS New Delhi
PGIMER Chandigarh
Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi
CMC Vellore
JIPMER Puducherry
Seth GS Medical College (KEM), Mumbai
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