Quick Overview of MBBS in India (2025–26)

MBBS is India’s leading medical undergraduate degree, regulated by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Admission is via NEET UG, offering approximately 196,500 seats, including ~109,170 for MBBS

• High quality medical training with strong global recognition
• High quality medical training with strong global recognition
• Exceptionally affordable in AIIMS, MAMC, JIPMER (Delhi/Puducherry) with annual fees between ₹1,355–₹31,370
• Government expansion: MBBS seats doubled from 51,000 (2014) to ~118,000 by 2025

Cost of Pursuing MBBS in India
• Government colleges: ₹1,600–₹31,370 per year; total ₹7,500–₹1.75 lakh
• Private/deemed colleges: ₹7–30 lakh per year, total ₹50 lakh to ₹1.5 crore
• Hostel & living costs:o Gov’t: ₹20k–₹50k/year; Private: ₹1–3 lakh/year

Where to Study MBBS in India?
• Top government colleges: AIIMS (Delhi), MAMC (Delhi), Lady Hardinge (Delhi), JIPMER (Puducherry), AFMC (Pune), Grant (Mumbai))
• Semi govt institutions: PGIMER, JIPMER, Kasturba Medical College, etc.
• Deemed/private colleges: Excellent options like Manipal KMC, Amrita, JSS, SRM, etc. Fees ₹15 30 lakh/year

MBBS Curriculum in India
• Phase I (Pre clinical): Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry (~1 year)
• Phase II (Para & clinical): Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine (~1.5 years)
• Phase III (Clinical): Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, etc. (~2 years)
• Internship: 12 months compulsory rotating internship

Duration of MBBS Course

Total 5½ years: 4½ years of academics + 1 year internship

Medium of Teaching

The medium is English, along with regional languages depending on the college.

Intake for MBBS Study
• Total MBBS seats (Gov’t + private): ~109,170
• Deemed universities typically offer 150–250 seats each

Eligibility Criteria
• NEET UG Qualifying Score: UR: ≥50th percentile (~117/720), OBC/SC/ST ≥40th (~93/720)
• Must have 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English; minimum 50% for general, 40–45% for reserved categories.

MBBS 2025–26 Admission Process
• 1. NEET UG exam → scorecard & percentile
• 2. Counselling
  • 15% All India Quota (AIQ), central institutions & deemed via MCC
  • 85% state quota & private via state counselling
• 3. Seat allotment based on rank, reservation & preferences
• 4. Reporting, document verification & fee payment

Documents Required
• NEET scorecard & admit card
• 10th/12th mark sheets & passing certificates
• NEET admit card & rank letter
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, Passport)
• Category/PWD certificates (if applicable)
• Passport-sized photos, domicile & migration certificates

Food & Accommodation Facilities
• Government colleges:Hostel ₹20k–₹50k/year; mess included; basic facilities
• Private colleges:Hostel ₹1–3 lakh/year with catered food; generally good facilities

Things to Keep in Mind Before Choosing a Medical University
• Accreditation and NMC approval
• Infrastructure: hospital beds, labs, faculty strength
• Clinical exposure & patient inflow
• Fee structure transparency & refund policy
• Hostel, mess, safety & location
• Alumni reputation and success (e.g. PG exam results)

Challenges and Tips for Aspiring Students
• Fierce NEET competition—over 18 lakh aspirants
• Rising fees in private institutes
• Adapting to English-medium and regional culture
• Start early NEET prep with mock tests
• Focus on top government/semi govt options to save costs
• Explore scholarships and state quota benefits Visit colleges or connect with current students for insights
• Prepare for cultural & language adaptation