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Radiologist
Radiologists are medical doctors who specialise in interpreting diagnostic images to detect diseases, injuries, and abnormalities. In India, demand is surging as hospitals expand imaging infrastructure and tele-radiology enables remote reporting. They work alongside clinicians to guide treatment decisions across virtually every medical specialty.
Salary range
₹12–70 LPA
Job growth
very high
Work type
Hospital
Paths to entry
2 routes
Actions for your grade
- Score well in Board Science — aim for 90%+ to support future NEET coaching
- Choose PCB stream without hesitation; Physics is as important as Biology here
- Visit a diagnostic centre or hospital imaging department if possible for exposure
Your complete path from Grade 10 to Radiologist
Every step you need — from now to your first job.
MBBS + MD Radiology
ScienceAfter MBBS, clear NEET PG for MD Radiology seat; DNB route via accredited hospitals is an alternative.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsNEET UG
- DegreeMBBS (5.5 yrs) → MD/DNB Radiology (3 yrs)
- CollegesAIIMS Delhi · Cmc Vellore · Jipmer Puducherry
- CareerRadiologist
MBBS + DNB Radiology
ScienceDNB seats are in accredited private/trust hospitals; equivalent to MD for practice and teaching eligibility.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsNEET UG
- DegreeMBBS (5.5 yrs) → DNB Radiology (3 yrs via NBE)
- CollegesAIIMS Delhi · Pgimer Chandigarh · Sri Ramachandra Institute Chennai
- CareerRadiologist
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.
Jipmer Puducherry
Maulana Azad Medical College Delhi
Grant Medical College Mumbai
Pgimer Chandigarh
Sri Ramachandra Institute Chennai
Manipal Hospital Bangalore
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.