MD (Doctor of Medicine) is a 3-year postgraduate medical degree offered in clinical and non-clinical specializations. Admission is based on NEET PG score. MD qualifies doctors to work as specialists in their chosen field and is the primary pathway to DM (super-specialization) in clinical branches.

What is the NEET PG cutoff for MD admission?

NEET PG MD cutoffs vary widely by specialty and institution. Government colleges: Dermatology, General Medicine, Radiology require top 5% ranks. Less competitive branches like Community Medicine, Anatomy, Physiology are accessible with ranks in top 30–50%. Private college cutoffs are generally more accessible.

How many MD specializations are available in India?

India offers 20+ MD specializations including General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and more.

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MD Admission Doctor of Medicine

India's most prestigious postgraduate medical degree. Explore all MD specializations, NEET PG cutoffs, top government and private colleges, stipend details, and career pathways — all in one place.

3 Year PG Degree

20+ Specializations

NEET PG Based

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3 Years

Course Duration

PG Degree

Level

₹1K–25L

Annual Fee Range

₹10–80L

Specialist Salary Range

Course Overview

What is MD — Doctor of Medicine?

MD is a 3-year postgraduate medical degree awarded after NEET PG-based admission. It is offered in clinical branches (General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, etc.) that lead to DM super-specializations, and in pre-clinical/para-clinical branches (Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, etc.) that suit academic and research careers.

Full Name

Doctor of Medicine / Master of Surgery

Duration

3 Years (6 Semesters)

Degree Type

Postgraduate (PG)

Regulatory Body

National Medical Commission (NMC)

Total PG Seats (India)

~55,000+ (MD+MS+Diploma)

Stipend (Govt. Colleges)

₹50,000 – ₹90,000/month

All MD Specializations

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Click on any specialization to read a detailed guide covering NEET PG cutoff, top colleges, fees, career scope, and FAQs.

General Medicine

Competition: Highest
Income: ₹10–30L

Pediatrics

Competition: Very High
Income: ₹8–25L

Radiology

Competition: Very High
Income: ₹15–60L

Dermatology

Competition: Highest
Income: ₹15–80L

Anesthesiology

Competition: High
Income: ₹12–40L

Psychiatry

Competition: Moderate
Income: ₹8–30L

Obs & Gynaecology

Competition: High
Income: ₹10–40L

Orthopedics (MS)

Competition: High
Income: ₹12–60L

ENT (MS)

Competition: Moderate
Income: ₹10–35L

Ophthalmology (MS)

Competition: High
Income: ₹12–50L

Pathology

Competition: Accessible
Income: ₹8–25L

Community Medicine

Competition: Accessible
Income: ₹8–30L

Emergency Medicine

Competition: Moderate
Income: ₹10–35L

Eligibility & NEET PG

MD Admission Eligibility Criteria

Criteria	Details
Qualification	MBBS from NMC-recognised college
Internship	1-year compulsory internship completed
Entrance Exam	NEET PG (mandatory for all MD/MS admissions)
AIQ Counseling	MCC (50% of total PG seats in govt. colleges)
State Quota	50% state quota counseling by respective state
Stipend (Govt.)	₹50,000 – ₹90,000/month (state-specific)
Bond (Govt.)	1–2 years state service bond (varies by state)

NEET PG Key Points

NEET PG is conducted by NBE — 200 questions, 4 marks each
3.5 hours computer-based — questions from all MBBS subjects
No negative marking in NEET PG from 2023 onwards
MCC conducts 3 rounds + mop-up round for AIQ seats
Management quota MD available in private/deemed colleges
DNB (Diplomate of National Board) equivalent to MD

Top Colleges

Best MD Colleges in India

College Name	Type	State	Annual Fee (Approx.)
AIIMS New Delhi	Government	New Delhi	₹1,390/yr
PGIMER Chandigarh	Government	Chandigarh	₹1,800/yr
JIPMER Puducherry	Government	Puducherry	₹1,000/yr
Maulana Azad Medical College	Government	New Delhi	₹10,000/yr
Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital	Government	Maharashtra	₹15,000/yr
Christian Medical College, Vellore	Private	Tamil Nadu	₹3–5L/yr
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal	Private	Karnataka	₹5–12L/yr
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences	Private	Tamil Nadu	₹4–10L/yr

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Success Rate

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions — MD Admission

MD (Doctor of Medicine) is a 3-year postgraduate medical degree. Admission is based on NEET PG. It is offered in clinical specialties (General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Radiology, OBG) and pre-clinical branches (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine).

MD (Doctor of Medicine) is awarded in medical/non-surgical specialties — General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Radiology, Anesthesia, Psychiatry, OBG, and all pre-clinical subjects. MS (Master of Surgery) is awarded in surgical specialties — General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology. Both are 3-year NMC-regulated PG degrees, equal in status.

Dermatology, Radiology, and General Medicine (leading to DM) have the highest earning potential. Radiology and Dermatology offer ₹15–80L+ in private practice. General Medicine leads to DM Cardiology, DM Neurology, DM Nephrology — the highest-paid specialties in India. Psychiatry has the fastest-growing demand.

Government college MD students receive monthly stipends of ₹50,000–₹90,000 depending on the state. Maharashtra, Delhi, and Tamil Nadu offer higher stipends. Most states require a 1–2 year government service bond after completion.

Yes. Private and deemed medical colleges offer management quota MD seats after NEET PG. These are accessible with lower ranks than government colleges. Our counselors specialize in identifying the right management quota MD option based on your NEET PG rank, specialty preference, and budget.

Yes. DNB (Diplomate of National Board) is recognized as equivalent to MD/MS by the National Medical Commission (NMC). DNB is offered through NBE in accredited hospitals — often prestigious ones (Apollo, Medanta, Jaslok). DNB holders can pursue DM/MCh after completion.

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