1. Complete 10+2:

• Subjects Required: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (and English).

• Duration: 2 years (typically in a school or junior college).
  

2. Entrance Exam Preparation:

• Key Exam: NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) for admission to medical colleges in India.

• Other Exams: Some states and private colleges may have their own entrance exams.
  

3.Clear Entrance Exam:

• NEET: A competitive exam assessing knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

• Preparation Tips: Focus on NCERT textbooks, take mock tests, and attend coaching classes if necessary.
  

4. Enroll in MBBS Program:

• Duration: 5.5 years, divided into:

-Pre-clinical Phase (2 years): Subjects include Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry.
-Paraclinical Phase (1.5 years): Subjects include Pharmacology, Microbiology, Pathology, and Forensic Medicine.
-Clinical Phase (2 years): Hands-on training in various specialties like Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

• Internship:

-Duration: 1 year, where students work under supervision in hospitals.
-Experience: Exposure to real-world medical practices, patient interactions, and various departments.

• Post-Graduation (Optional):After completing MBBS, graduates can choose to specialize further by pursuing postgraduate degrees (MD/MS) or diplomas in various fields of medicine.
  

• Duration: 3 years for MD/MS, and 2 years for diploma courses.
  

Notable Medical Colleges in India

• Top Colleges in Mumbai:Grant Medical College: Affiliated with JJ Hospital, offers a comprehensive curriculum and rich clinical exposure.

• Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College: Known for excellent faculty and state-of-the-art facilities.

• Other Top Colleges in India:All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi: Premier institute with high standards in education and research.

• Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore: Renowned for its focus on community health and medical ethics.

• Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune: Offers a unique blend of military and medical training.
  

Top Medical Colleges Abroad

• United States:Harvard Medical School: Offers a rigorous curriculum with opportunities for research.

• Johns Hopkins University: Known for its emphasis on research and clinical practice.

• United Kingdom:University of Oxford: Offers a strong foundation in medical sciences with a focus on research.

• University of Cambridge: Known for its innovative curriculum and research opportunities.

• Australia:University of Sydney: Provides comprehensive training and research opportunities in diverse medical fields.

• University of Melbourne: Offers a strong emphasis on clinical practice and research.