DM (Doctorate of Medicine - Super Speciality)
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The highest clinical qualification in non-surgical medicine, admitted through NEET SS. Cardiology, Neurology and Oncology are among the most competitive and highest-earning specialisations in Indian medicine.
- Duration
- 3 years
- Entry after
- Postgraduation
- Entrance exam
- National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Super Specialty
- Study mode
- OnCampus
- Licence
- MANDATORY: registration with the State Medical Council / NMC before practising
About this course
Course overview
The highest clinical qualification in non-surgical medicine, admitted through NEET SS. Cardiology, Neurology and Oncology are among the most competitive and highest-earning specialisations in Indian medicine.
Eligibility and admission
Who can apply. MD in a relevant branch with NMC registration.
How you get in. NEET SS (Super Speciality) followed by MCC counselling; INI-SS for AIIMS/PGI.
How it is studied. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.
Licence to practise. MANDATORY: registration with the State Medical Council / NMC before practising.
Admission rules change every year. Confirm eligibility, the entrance test and the calendar against the current official notification.
Where this can lead
Where people work.
- Super-speciality hospitals
- Medical colleges
- Corporate hospital chains
- Specialised treatment centres
- Private super-speciality practice
What you can study next.
- Fellowships (national and international)
- Professorship
- Department leadership
- Clinical research
Cost, duration and indicative earnings
Indicative total course fee. Govt: about 1,00,000 - 5,00,000 total; Private: about 50,00,000 - 2,00,00,000 total (clinical branches highest).
Indicative starting salary. 200,000 - 800,000+ per month.
Typical duration. 3 years.
Fees and salaries here are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution and treat the salary as a starting range that varies by employer and location.
Who can apply
1 route into this course.
| Qualification | Stream | Minimum | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduation | Any | — | NMC registration |
Percentages are indicative. Individual universities set their own cut-offs, and reserved-category relaxations differ by state and institution.
Entrance exams for this course
An exam mapping does not mean every college accepts that exam. Check the current institution and examination notification before you apply.
Careers this course leads to
3 routes mapped from this qualification.
A course supports eligibility and preparation. It never guarantees a particular job.
Before and after this course
Courses that lead here
Common questions
Who can apply for DM (Doctorate of Medicine - Super Speciality)?
MD in a relevant branch with NMC registration. Admission is through NEET SS (Super Speciality) followed by MCC counselling; INI-SS for AIIMS/PGI.
How long does DM (Doctorate of Medicine - Super Speciality) take?
3 years. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.
What does DM (Doctorate of Medicine - Super Speciality) cost?
Govt: about 1,00,000 - 5,00,000 total; Private: about 50,00,000 - 2,00,00,000 total (clinical branches highest). These are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution.
What can I study after DM (Doctorate of Medicine - Super Speciality)?
Fellowships (national and international), Professorship, Department leadership, Clinical research.
Does DM (Doctorate of Medicine - Super Speciality) need a licence or registration to practise?
MANDATORY: registration with the State Medical Council / NMC before practising.
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