MBBS or Microbiology: Which is better?

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    Akansha Bisht | Contributor-Level 10

    4 months ago

    Microbiologists are involved in laboratory research, data analysis, and conducting experiments to understand microorganisms and their impact on various aspects of life, including healthcare, agriculture, and the environment.

    On the other hand, Medical doctors are responsible for diagnosing and treating patients, performing surgeries, and providing medical care to individuals with various health conditions.

    Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two courses.

    Particulars

    Microbiology

    MBBS

    Course Level

    UG and PG

    Undergraduate

    Course Duration

    2-3 years

    5 years

    Course Fee

    Up to INR 10 Lakh

    INR 25,000 to INR 1.15 crore

    Entrance Exam

    CUET PG,  CPGET,  ICAR AIEEA, etc.

    NEET

    Top Colleges

    Jamia Millia Islamia,  Delhi University,  VIT Vellore,  UoH, etc.

    AIIMS Delhi,  Christian Medical College Vellore,  Banaras Hindu University,  JIPMER Puducherry, etc.

    Job Profiles

    Bacteriologist, Mycologist, Parasitologist, Virologist, etc.

    Medical Surgeon, Medical officers, Paediatrician, General Physician, Medical Assistant (Surgery), etc.

    Average Annual Salary

    Up to INR 20 LPA

    INR 2.5 LPA - INR 15 LPA 

    Top Recruiters

    Food Industry, Beverage Industry, Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories, Environmental Agencies, Agriculture Industry, Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Industries, etc.

    Medicine, General Surgery,  Cardiology, Paediatrics, Oncology, Nephrology, etc.

    Note: The information is sourced from external sites and may vary.

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