🎓 NEET Medical Courses Guide 2026

All Medical Courses in India

Compare MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS — all NEET-eligible undergraduate medical degrees. Explore syllabus, career scope, specializations, best colleges, and fees to make an informed choice.

Last updated: June 2026 · Based on NMC, DCI, NCISM, NCH, NCUM regulations

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All 5 courses require NEET UG. Click any course for the complete guide with syllabus, colleges, and career details.

🏥NMC

MBBS

Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery

Modern Medicine (Allopathy)5.5 years

India's most prestigious medical degree. Produces fully licensed allopathic doctors capable of independent medical practice, surgery, and pursuing MD/MS specializations.

Total Seats
1,08,940+
PG Degree
MD / MS (via NEET PG)
  • Highest-earning medical degree
  • Global recognition (USMLE/PLAB)
  • 700+ NMC colleges
  • AIIMS, govt & private
Top career: Medical Doctor / SpecialistFull Guide →
🦷DCI

BDS

Bachelor of Dental Surgery

Dental Medicine5 years

India's premier dental degree. Qualifies graduates as licensed dental surgeons. Accessible to moderate NEET scorers. MDS specialization significantly boosts earning potential.

Total Seats
27,000+
PG Degree
MDS (via NEET PG MDS)
  • 320+ DCI colleges
  • Accessible NEET rank
  • Growing cosmetic dentistry
  • Orthodontics high-demand
Top career: Dental Surgeon / OrthodontistFull Guide →
🌿NCISM

BAMS

Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery

Ayurveda (AYUSH)5.5 years

Premier Ayurveda degree. Combines ancient Indian medical knowledge with modern science. Booming wellness industry, global demand for Ayurveda practitioners, affordable government colleges.

Total Seats
25,000+
PG Degree
MD Ayurveda (via NEET AYUSH PG)
  • ₹10K–₹60K/year govt fees
  • 300+ colleges nationwide
  • Global wellness boom
  • Thriving health tourism
Top career: Ayurveda Physician / Panchakarma SpecialistFull Guide →
🔬NCH / CCH

BHMS

Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery

Homeopathy (AYUSH)5.5 years

India's premier homeopathy degree. World's largest homeopathy infrastructure. Strong patient base for chronic diseases. Recognized by WHO. Growing integrative medicine sector.

Total Seats
13,000+
PG Degree
MD Homeopathy (via NEET AYUSH PG)
  • 190+ CCH colleges
  • Affordable fees
  • Chronic disease niche
  • Global homeopathy demand
Top career: Homeopathic Physician / SpecialistFull Guide →
🌙NCUM / CCU

BUMS

Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery

Unani Tibb (AYUSH)5.5 years

Premier Unani medicine degree. Greco-Arab traditional system founded by Avicenna. Strong in UP, Bengal, Telangana. High demand in Gulf countries. Hijama specialization is globally growing.

Total Seats
5,000+
PG Degree
MD Unani (via NEET AYUSH PG)
  • 60+ CCU colleges
  • Gulf country demand
  • Hijama therapy growth
  • Hamdard pharma career
Top career: Unani Physician / Hijama SpecialistFull Guide →

MBBS vs BDS vs BAMS vs BHMS vs BUMS — Quick Comparison

All data is based on 2024–25 official regulatory and counselling authority information.

Parameter🏥 MBBS🦷 BDS🌿 BAMS🔬 BHMS🌙 BUMS
Duration5.5 years5 years5.5 years5.5 years5.5 years
Total Seats1,08,940+27,000+25,000+13,000+5,000+
RegulatorNMCDCINCISMNCHNCUM
CounsellingMCC AIQ + StateMCC AIQ + StateAACCC + StateAACCC + StateAACCC + State
Govt Fees/yr₹10K–₹1L₹20K–₹80K₹10K–₹60K₹10K–₹50K₹10K–₹40K
PG DegreeMD / MSMDSMD AyurvedaMD HomeopathyMD Unani
NEET Entrance✅ Mandatory✅ Mandatory✅ Mandatory✅ Mandatory✅ Mandatory
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Key Facts About NEET Medical Admissions 2026

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NEET UG 2026

Single gateway exam for all MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS admissions in India. Conducted by NTA.

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1.75L+ Total Seats

India offers over 1,75,000 UG medical seats across allopathy and AYUSH systems in 2025–26.

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MCC + AACCC

MBBS/BDS counselled by MCC. BAMS/BHMS/BUMS counselled by AACCC + state AYUSH authorities.

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AIQ + State Quota

15% AIQ seats filled nationally. 85% state quota filled by each state's counselling authority.

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Important Disclaimer

All data on this page is based on publicly available information from NMC, DCI, NCISM, NCH, NCUM, MCC, and AACCC as of June 2026. Seat counts, fees, regulations, and course structures may change each year. Always verify from official regulatory websites before making admission decisions. This is not a guarantee of admission or career outcomes.