Top 5 Medical Courses To Pursue After Class 12 – News18

Last Updated:February 05, 2025, 13:12 IST

NEET UG: Explore top medical courses in India to build a successful career in the medical field after Class 12.

Medicine is one of the most sought-after fields in India, with MBBS being the primary degree that many students aim for due to its excellent career prospects and job security. However, did you know that there are several other courses that aspiring students who have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class 12 can pursue while building their careers in the medical field?

Here is a list of courses that medical aspirants can consider:

Top 5 Medical Courses To Pursue

MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

This 5.5-year Bachelor’s degree course covers Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical subjects. MBBS is the basic course required to work as a doctor. Admission to MBBS in India is based on the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) result. Some of the best colleges for MBBS in India include AIIMS Delhi, Christian Medical College, JIPMER Puducherry, and Maulana Azad Medical College.

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

To become a dentist, students who have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology must pursue a BDS degree. The course duration is 5 years, during which candidates gain both theoretical knowledge and practical dental surgery training. Admission to the BDS course is based on the NEET score. According to the latest NIRF rankings, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences in Chennai is the best institute for BDS, with Manipal College of Dental Sciences in Karnataka in second place.

BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)

In India, BAMS courses are part of the AYUSH curriculum. This 5.5-year undergraduate course trains students to become Ayurvedic physicians. The programme includes studies in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery for treating human ailments. Admission to BAMS is conducted through the NEET exam. Some top colleges for BAMS in India include the Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya in Pune, and Patanjali Ayurved College in Haridwar.

BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)

Similar to BAMS, BHMS falls under the AYUSH curriculum. Graduates can work as homeopathic doctors. Admission to this course requires a minimum of 40% marks in Class 12 and a good NEET score. Popular colleges for BHMS in India include Lokmanya Homeopathic Medical College in Pune and the National Institute of Homeopathy in Kolkata.

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BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy)

Students who wish to become physiotherapists can pursue BPT, a 4.5-year course, which includes a six-month internship. Admission is based on NEET scores. Some of the leading BPT colleges in India include Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chennai.

In addition to these, students can also opt for courses like Bachelor of Veterinary Science, Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery, and Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery.