MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) is a professional undergraduate medical degree programme that is awarded to students after completion of five and a half years of study, which includes a one-year internship.
MBBS programmes in India cover a wide range of medical subjects such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, pathology, microbiology, community medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, and many others. The curriculum includes theoretical courses, practical sessions, laboratory work, and clinical training, which help students gain a hands-on experience in their chosen field.
Admission to MBBS programmes in India is generally through a national or state-level entrance examination. The eligibility criteria require students to have completed their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as subjects.