General Physician
General physicians (MBBS doctors) are the first point of medical care for most patients in India, diagnosing and treating common illnesses, managing chronic conditions and coordinating referrals. Entry requires completing an MBBS (after clearing NEET UG), a one-year internship and registration with a state medical council. They work across hospitals, clinics, community health centres and government programmes.
Actions for your grade
- Continue focusing on PCB subjects and aim for high marks
- Join science clubs or biology olympiad preparatory groups
- Start time management habits and explore NEET exam patterns
Your complete path from Grade 10 to General Physician
Every step you need — from now to your first job.
Clear NEET UG and participate in national/state counselling; complete internship and register with the medical council to practice.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsNEET UG
- DegreeMBBS (5.5 years including 1-year compulsory internship)
- CollegesAIIMS Delhi · Cmc Vellore · Afmc Pune
- CareerGeneral Physician
NEET UG score and state/college-specific cutoffs determine admission; fees and campus exposure vary widely.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsNEET UG
- DegreeMBBS (5.5 years including internship) — private or state college route
- CollegesKasturba Medical College Manipal · St Johns Medical College Bengaluru · Maulana Azad Medical College Delhi
- CareerGeneral Physician
Entrance exams
| Exam | Eligibility | Difficulty | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
NEET UG NTA | Class 12 PCB, 50%+ | Very Hard | May |
Where to Study
Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.