MBBS Salary in India

On an average salary, salary after MBBS Course may range between INR 5 LPA to INR 20 LPA. However, several factors come into play while determining the expected salary of a doctor with an MBBS degree: type of employment, department, location, expertise, skills, and knowledge. Therefore, to understand the salary in MBBS, a few things should be kept in mind. Firstly, the scope of MBBS Courses have widened the opportunities of the post-course career prospects in India, as well as abroad. Thus, students pursuing a degree in MBBS can opt for career opportunities abroad, which will automatically determine their desired salary expectations. Secondly, the average MBBS doctor salary offered to the course graduates is vastly different in Government and Private Sectors. Finally, MBBS course graduates with proper prior working experience are always preferred and offered a higher salary than the ones with no prior working experience in the field of medical science. Candidates may check out the MBBS Course Syllabus to understand the course structure. 

The common job roles in the field of MBBS, offering lucrative opportunities to all candidates irrespective of the employment sector (Government or Private), are Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Dermatologist, Neurologist, Pathologist, Paediatrician, ENT Specialist, Gynaecologist, Professor, Orthodontist, Cardiologist, General Physician, Surgeon, Ophthalmologist, General Physician, Gastroenterologist, Dietician, etc. The average MBBS salary with no prior experience is around INR 2.5 LPA (approx.), while the highest salary offered to them with no prior experience is around INR 6 LPA (approx.). Needless to mention, the role of a doctor in India is ever-growing and therefore, the scope for MBBS graduates in India to secure better career opportunities have widened over the years. Therefore, a detailed insight of the MBBS salary for all kinds of employment opportunities is mentioned below. 

The average MBBS salary is higher than any other field in medical sciences in India, with a lot of scope for future career growth and high-paying opportunities. An MBBS graduate with proper experience in the medical field may expect to receive a highest salary of INR 20 LPA or even more, irrespective of whether they work at a Government or a Private sector. The average monthly MBBS salary may range from INR 20k to INR 50k in Government sector, whereas, it may range from INR 25k to INR 80k in Private sector. 

However, the demand of the job profile usually determines the average MBBS salary to be offered to a doctor at the time of recruitment. For example, an MD, with no prior experience, may start off with a salary of INR 90k a year approximately, depending on the employment sector. At the same time, an MS may start his career with a salary of roughly INR 3 LPA. It is also important to note that junior and senior residents at the medical facilities are often paid differently based on the varying range of working experiences of the respective individuals. 

A detailed structure of the average salary of MBBS graduates is mentioned in the table below:

Candidates must take a look at the qualification-wise average salary division after MBBS for different job profiles mentioned below:

The table mentioned below provides an insight into the MBBS salary division with respect to specific course specializations:

The work setup in Government and the Private sectors are quite different from one another. After completing MBBS, all graduates are eligible to apply for a number of job opportunities in both these sectors. Mentioned below are the detailed MBBS salary structures for all those who want to pursue a career in the Government/Private sector.

MBBS graduates can also apply to a number of government jobs across the country. Mentioned below is an average salary range for different roles offered to MBBS graduates in the Government sector in India:

Mentioned below in the table are the following job options after MBBS, in the Private sector, along with their expected salary:

MBBS graduates are offered a number of employment opportunities at various industries such as hospitals, healthcare facilities, multi-specialty hospitals, etc. While there are plenty of opportunities for MBBS graduates in India, students wishing to pursue a career in this field abroad can also do so at lucrative salary package offers. Some of the top recruiting agencies of MBBS Course graduates in India are mentioned below: