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Doctor (Physician)

Medical

Doctor (Physician)

Avg. salary

₹12–40 LPA*

Growth outlook

14%

Typical timeline

5.5 yrs MBBS + PG

Overview

Diagnose and treat patients after MBBS and postgraduate specialisation — respected, high-impact career with long training runway. In India, credible pathways usually combine structured education, competitive or portfolio gates, and continuous on-the-job learning.

Education & eligibility

MBBS + MD/MS/DNB

Core skills

Clinical reasoningPatient careEthics

Career roadmap

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Focus on board exams and fundamentals; read about the field and seek short shadowing or volunteering where possible.

  2. 2

    Undergraduate / entry qualification

    Choose the right degree or diploma; keep academics strong and add early projects, internships, or portfolio work.

  3. 3

    Specialisation & exams

    Prepare for national or institute entrances; pursue PG, licences, or certifications your track requires.

  4. 4

    Early career

    Join credible teams, document outcomes, and find mentors — the first years set your long-term trajectory.

  5. 5

    Growth

    Deepen expertise or move toward leadership; stay current with regulations, tools, and market demand.

Information is indicative for student guidance. Verify requirements on official portals and institute notices.