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MD Dermatology Admission Guide

MD Dermatology (DVL) covers skin, hair, and nail disorders plus sexually transmitted infections. It is the most sought-after clinical specialty with excellent lifestyle and very high earning potential from private practice. Get expert counseling for NEET PG Dermatology — from government seats to management quota in private colleges.

3 Years
NEET PG: 50–300 (AIR)
Salary: ₹15L–₹80L/yr
Expert Counseling
3 Years
Duration
MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Degree
~1,200 (All India)
Total Seats
₹15L–₹80L/yr
Avg. Salary

About MD Dermatology

MD Dermatology (DVL) covers skin, hair, and nail disorders plus sexually transmitted infections. It is the most sought-after clinical specialty with excellent lifestyle and very high earning potential from private practice.

Degree

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Duration

3 Years

Total Seats

~1,200 (All India)

NEET PG Cutoff

50–300 (AIR)

Govt. College Fee

₹10K–₹50K/yr

Private College Fee

₹15L–₹35L/yr

Eligibility

MBBS + 1-year internship · NEET PG qualified.

Career Options

  • Dermatologist
  • Cosmetic Dermatologist
  • Trichologist
  • Aesthetic Physician
Avg. Salary: ₹15L–₹80L/yr

Best Colleges for Dermatology in India

College NameTypeAnnual Fee (Approx.)State
AIIMS Delhi Government ₹1,390/yr New Delhi
JIPMER Government ₹1,000/yr Puducherry
PGIMER Chandigarh Government ₹1,800/yr Chandigarh
Maulana Azad MC Government ₹10K/yr New Delhi
CMC Vellore Private ₹4L/yr Tamil Nadu
KLE University Private ₹5L/yr Karnataka

Fees are approximate and vary annually. Contact us for the latest fee structure and management quota availability.

Dermatology Fees — Government vs Private

Government CollegesState / AIQ Quota

Annual Tuition Fee₹10K–₹50K/yr
Monthly Stipend₹50,000 – ₹90,000
Bond RequiredYes (1–2 years service)
Net cost (3 years)Very Low / Negative (stipend)

Private / Deemed CollegesManagement / Merit

Annual Tuition Fee₹15L–₹35L/yr
Hostel & Other₹80,000 – ₹2L/yr
Bond RequiredNo (usually)
Stipend₹20,000 – ₹60,000/month

How to Get Dermatology Admission

1

Appear in NEET PG

Register and appear in NEET PG. Score is the basis for all MD/MS admissions in India — government, private, and deemed.

2

Check Cutoff & Eligibility

Analyse your NEET PG rank vs historical cutoffs for Dermatology in government and private colleges. Our counselors provide state-wise rank analysis.

3

MCC AIQ Counseling Registration

Register on MCC website. Pay registration and security deposit. MCC AIQ covers 50% of seats in central/state government colleges.

4

State Quota Counseling

Register on your home state's PG counseling portal. State quota covers 50% of seats in state government colleges. Separate from AIQ.

5

Choice Filling & Lock

Fill college and specialty preferences in order. Strategic choice filling is critical — our counselors help you maximise your chances based on historical data.

6

Management Quota (If Needed)

If not allotted a satisfactory seat in counseling rounds, apply for management quota in private/deemed colleges. We maintain direct tie-ups with college management offices.

Documents Required

  • MBBS Degree Certificate
  • MBBS Marksheets (All years)
  • Internship Completion Certificate
  • NEET PG Scorecard
  • Registration Certificate (MCI/State)
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (state quota)
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport Size Photographs

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Frequently Asked Questions — MD Dermatology

MD Dermatology (DVL) is the most competitive specialty in NEET PG because of excellent work-life balance, very high private practice income (₹15–80L+), and growing demand for cosmetic procedures. AIR 50–300 is typically needed for government seats.
Dermatology has exploding scope in India due to rising skin problems, cosmetic awareness, and beauty industry growth. Dermatologists earn heavily through Botox, fillers, laser treatments, hair transplant, and clinical consultations.

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