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In Maharashtra, if you have already taken admission in a BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) or BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery) college and wish to pursue MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) later, you can apply for admission to MBBS through the following pathways:
NEET Exam: You will need to appear for the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). NEET is the common entrance exam for admission to undergraduate medical courses, including MBBS, in India. You must qualify in NEET and achieve a good score to be eligible for MBBS admission.
State Quota: In Maharashtra, a certain percentage of seats in medical colleges are reserved for state quota candidates. If you are a Maharashtra domicile candidate, you can apply for admission to MBBS through the state quota. The counseling process for MBBS admission is generally conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.
Eligibility: To be eligible for MBBS admission, you will need to fulfill the specific eligibility criteria set by the respective colleges and the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Maharashtra. These criteria may include educational qualifications, NEET score, age limit, and other requirements. It's important to note that the admission process, eligibility criteria, and counseling dates may vary from year to year. Therefore, it's advisable to regularly check the official website of the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, or the DMER Maharashtra for the most up-to-date information on MBBS admissions and the exact procedure for candidates with prior admission in BAMS/BHMS colleges.