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INI CET PredictorDoctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery
Duration
3 Years
Avg Fees
Varies by college
Entrance Exam
Multiple
Level
Super Speciality
About Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery
MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery) are the most prestigious postgraduate medical degrees in India, marking the transition from a general medical practitioner to a domain specialist. MD is awarded in non-surgical specialties (Medicine, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Radiology, Pathology, etc.) while MS is awarded in surgical specialties (General Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, etc.). The 3-year residency-based program combines intensive clinical training with research. Residents work full-time in hospital departments, managing patients independently, assisting in surgeries, attending academic sessions (journal clubs, grand rounds, case presentations), and completing a thesis or dissertation. This rigorous training is what transforms a medical graduate into a competent specialist. Admission is through NEET PG, which is one of India's most competitive postgraduate entrance exams. Seats are available in government medical colleges (highly competitive), deemed universities, and private medical colleges. The top specialties by demand include MD General Medicine, MD Radiodiagnosis, MS Orthopaedics, MS General Surgery, and MD Paediatrics.
Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery Admission Process
Qualify Entrance Exam
Clear the required entrance examination with a qualifying score.
Apply for Counselling
Register for centralized or state-level Counselling process.
Choice Filling
Select preferred colleges and courses during the Counselling window.
Seat Allotment
Receive seat allotment based on rank, category, and preferences.
Document Verification
Submit original documents for verification at the allotted college.
Fee Payment & Admission
Pay tuition fees and complete the admission formalities.
Future Scope of Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery
MD/MS graduates can work as specialist consultants in private hospitals or government services, open their own clinics, pursue DM/MCh super-specialization (3 more years), join academics as Assistant Professors, or work with WHO, ICMR, or other national health organizations. Specialist doctors earn ₹1.5–8 lakh/month depending on speciality and practice location.