Each course has its unique advantages and caters to different aspects of healthcare. MBBS provides the broadest scope, with opportunities in various medical specialities.
BDS specialises in dental care, while
BAMS focuses on Ayurvedic medicine, which is gaining popularity for holistic and alternative treatments.MBBS generally offers the highest earning potential due to the diverse specializations available. BDS follows, with dentists earning well, especially in private practice. BAMS professionals have variable earnings depending on the popularity of Ayurveda in their region and the type of practice they set up.MBBS graduates can practice allopathic medicine, which is widely accepted globally. BDS graduates are limited to dental practice, while BAMS graduates practice Ayurvedic medicine, which is recognized mainly in India and a few other countries.Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison of the three courses.ParticularsMBBSBDSBAMSCourse LevelUGUGUGCourse Duration5 years + 6 months internship5 years5 yearsCourse FeesGovernment: INR 10,000 - INR 50,000 per yearPrivate: INR 3 Lakh - INR 25 Lakh per year INR 16,500 - INR 42.5 LakhINR 20,000 - INR 3 LakhAdmission CriteriaEntrance-BasedEntrance-BasedEntrance-BasedEligibility CriteriaClass 12 & NEETClass 12 & NEETClass 12 & NEETEntrance ExamsNEETNEET & KEAM NEETPopular CollegesGovernment - AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER, KGMU, AIIMS Rishikesh, etc.KGMU, SRIHER, SRM Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, etc. Banaras Hindu University, Dr D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Parul University, etc.Job ProfilesMBBS Doctors, Medical Surgeons, Medical Officers, Paediatricians, General Physicians, Medical Assistants (Surgery), etc.Dentists, Dental officers in Defense Services, Dentists in Indian Railways, Lecturers, Researchers, etc.Business Development Officer, Ayurvedic Doctor, Category Manager, Resident Medical Officer, Jr. Clinical Trial Coordinator, Medical Representative, etc.Average SalaryINR 2.5 LPA - INR 15 LPA INR 3 LPA - INR 9 LPAINR 3 LPA - INR 15 LPATop RecruitersMedanta Hospitals, Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Fortis Healthcare Ltd, Wockhardt Ltd, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd, etc.Hospitals, Dental Clinics, Educational Institutes, Dental Product Manufacturers etc.Government/Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Ayurvedic Clinics, Own Businesses, Wellness Centres, etc.