General physicians work in hospitals, clinics, community health centres and private practice. They diagnose common illnesses, manage long-term conditions and coordinate specialist care. After MBBS you may do an MD or work as a junior resident then move to independent practice or further specialisation.
Doctor
Persona (Who suits this career best?)
Minimum Required Qualification
Caring and communicative
Good clinical reasoning and decision-making
Calm under pressure
MBBS (admission via NEET-UG), then internship (1 year)
Stream of Study
Entry Pathways
Science (PCB).
NEET-UG → MBBS (4.5 years study + 1 year internship) → Register with NMC → Work as house surgeon/junior resident → NEET-PG/DNB for MD/MS
Average Starting Salary
Approx. ₹20,000 – ₹80,000 / month (interns/junior residents: many government hospitals pay ₹35,000–₹1,10,000 depending on institute/state; private clinics can vary).