List of courses under NEET​ UG

In India, lakhs of students plan to take the NEET UG exam each year with the hope of becoming doctors. However, what remains unknown to everyone is that the exam does not merely grant progression to MBBS or BDS, but also to numerous courses in medical, dental, AYUSH, and related health sciences. Knowledge of the courses under NEET UG is essential in making the correct decision in career choice because it gives aspirants the chance to look into careers that also provide a reputable career in the future.

In this article, you will have a comprehensive view of the list of courses under NEET UG and their scope and the career opportunities they provide.

What is the NEET exam?

The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the NEET exam (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) as a test to grant admission to undergraduate medical and allied health programs in India. It is the only national examination conducted to ensure admission in MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and a number of other health-related courses.

All candidates seeking medical education in India have to pass the NEET exam, which opens up government and private colleges around the country.

MBBS – The Top Medical Course

Whenever individuals consider what courses come under NEET, they always have MBBS in mind. The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program is 5.5 years with an mandatory one-year internship.

Eligibility: The student has to score high in NEET UG, complete Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and fulfill the age requirements.

Scope: MBBS graduates have the option of working as doctors, pursuing postgraduate degrees (MD/MS), or even joining research and academics.

This is the most popular of all medical courses under NEET.

BDS – Bachelor of Dental Surgery

So, in case you are asking which courses are under NEET, the second-preferred course after MBBS is BDS. The Bachelor of Dental Surgery is a 5-year course with one year of internship.

• Scope: BDS graduates may become dental surgeons or orthodontists or pursue MDS to obtain specialization.
• Career Opportunities: Employment in a private clinic, a hospital, government health services, or dental research.

AYUSH Courses - An Emerging Opportunity

Besides the MBBS and BDS, the aspirants may also choose the AYUSH courses under NEET UG that covers traditional Indian systems of medicine.

• BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
• BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic medicine and Surgery)
• BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
• BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery)

The duration of these courses is usually 5.5 years (including internship). As the focus on holistic healthcare increases, there is an increasing demand for AYUSH doctors in India and other countries.

Veterinary Science - BVSc & AH

• Veterinary studies are usually ignored among the numerous courses under NEET UG. Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & AH) is a degree course that equips students with skills in animal health and husbandry.
• Time needed: 5.5 years with internship.
• Career: Veterinarian at hospitals, farms, government departments, or even in private practice.

Paramedical Courses – A Crucial Support System

Students frequently ask about paramedical courses under NEET and even though most paramedical courses do not require NEET scores, there are certain colleges which do take NEET scores into account during admissions. These include:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
• B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
• B.Sc. in Radiology and Imaging
• B.Sc. Nursing (in some institutions)

These courses are essential because paramedics are the support of the healthcare system who support doctors and ensure a smooth uninterrupted medical process.

Which All Courses Come under NEET? - The Full List

So in case you are still confused about which all courses come under NEET, then here is a consolidated list created just for you to have a clear picture of the courses:

• MBBS- Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery.
• BDS - Bachelors of Dental Surgery.
• BAMS - Ayurvedic Medicine
• BHMS - Homeopathy
• BUMS - Unani Medicine
• BSMS - Siddha Medicine
• BVSc & AH - Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry.

Choose a Paramedical Course (such as BPT, BOT, B.Sc. MLT, etc.)

This is a complete list to demonstrate that the range of courses under NEET UG is far broader than most students know.

Why Knowing the List of Courses Under NEET UG is Important

To select an appropriate career option after NEET, one needs to be conscious. Knowing the various courses under NEET UG, students can:

• Find various career opportunities.
• Have options in mind in case there are no MBBS/BDS seats.
• Find out your interest in traditional medicine or allied health sciences.

Being educated about the other choices will not make the aspirants feel restricted to only one or two career options.

Conclusion

The courses under NEET UG are huge, from MBBS and BDS to AYUSH, veterinary and even some paramedical courses. Although the MBBS is the most popular, aspirants cannot afford to ignore the broad range of opportunities offered. Being a doctor or dentist, discovering a career in Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Unani, Siddha, or even in paramedical sciences, NEET can provide various ways of being successful.

The most important thing is to find your interest, study really well towards the NEET exam and know about the different choices available. It is important to remember that regardless of the course that you take, you are ultimately committed to helping both healthcare and society.

FAQs 

Q1. Which are the courses other than MBBS that fall under NEET?

 Other than MBBS, students may undertake BDS, AYUSH courses (including BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS), BVSc and AH, and certain paramedical courses under NEET.

Q2. Which courses come under NEET for AYUSH?

 BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and BSMS are courses in the AYUSH under NEET UG.

Q3. Is veterinary science covered under NEET UG?

 Yes, BVSc & AH is included in NEET UG list of courses, which have careers as veterinary doctors and animal healthcare professionals.

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