DNB

No, DNB (Diplomate of National Board) is not equal to DM (Doctorate of Medicine). There are different postgraduate medical qualifications in India, and they represent distinct levels of specialization and training.Candidates can look at the table below to see the comparison between the two.ParticularsDNBDMCourse LevelPostgraduationDoctorateDuration3 years3 yearsCourse FeeUp to INR 1.1 lakhINR 5,000 - INR 20 LakhEntrance ExamsNEET PGGATE, UGC NET, CSIR NET, GPAT, etc.Average SalaryUp to INR 35 lakhINR 3.3 LPA - INR 40 LPATop RecruitersIntelligence Bureau (IB), Central Bureau of Investigation CBI), Hospitals, Police departments, Law Firms, Defence/Army, Central govt., Forensic Sciences Lab, Private Detective AgenciesAIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Fortis, Max, Lilavati Hospital, etc.Job PositionsForensic Expert, Investigative Officer, Crime Reporter, CrimeScene Investigator, Forensic Scientist, Handwriting Expert, Fingerprint Expert Clinical Pharmacologist, Endocrinologist, Immunologist, Cardiologist, Clinical Haematologist, Gastroenterologist, etc.

No, DNB is not higher than MBBS. MBBS is the initial medical degree obtained after undergraduate medical education, while DNB is a postgraduate qualification that follows MBBS and offers specialized training in a specific medical or surgical field. DNB is not higher than MBBS but represents an advanced level of medical education and specialization.Candidates can look at the table below to see the comparison between the two.ParticularsDNBMBBSCourse LevelPostgraduationUndergraduateDuration3 years5.5 yearsCourse FeeUp to INR 1.1 lakhINR 25,000 to INR 1.15 croreEntrance ExamsNEET PGNEET Average SalaryUp to INR 35 lakhINR 2.5 LPA - INR 15 LPA Top RecruitersIntelligence Bureau (IB), Central Bureau of Investigation CBI), Hospitals, Police departments, Law Firms, Defence/Army, Central govt., Forensic Sciences Lab, Private Detective AgenciesIndraprastha Apollo Hospital, Medanta- The Medicity, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Apollo Hospitals, etc.Job PositionsForensic Expert, Investigative Officer, Crime Reporter, CrimeScene Investigator, Forensic Scientist, Handwriting Expert, Fingerprint Expert Medical Surgeon, Medical officers, Paediatrician, General Physician, Medical Assistant (Surgery), etc.

DNB stands for "Diplomate of National Board" DNB is a postgraduate medical qualification in India that is equivalent to an MD or MS degree offered by universities. The Diplomate of National Board course is administered and awarded by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India.The DNB course is designed to provide advanced training and education in various medical and surgical specialities. Diplomate of the National Board is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is considered on par with MD and MS degrees in terms of academic and professional qualifications.

Both MD Pediatrics and DNB in Pediatrics are prestigious qualifications for pediatricians, but there are some differences between them. MD Pediatrics is a degree awarded by universities, and the course typically involves rigorous academic training and practical experience in pediatric care.DNB Pediatrics is awarded by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) and is equivalent to MD in terms of specialisation and scope. Both qualifications are highly respected and allow you to practice as a pediatrician, with the choice often depending on personal preference, the reputation of the institution, and specific career goals. The core content and training in pediatric care are similar, though the institutions and training environments may differ.