Becoming a doctor is a dream that many students in India seem to cherish. For some, however, getting past the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) may be difficult or even impossible. But should the dream of becoming a doctor be sidelined then? Certainly not! Bangalore, being an outgoing city for education, has numerous alternative options for aspiring medical students who do not want to take NEET. In this blog, we will look at all the numerous options available in Bangalore for those who want to embark on a medical career without NEET.
Pursue Medicine Abroad: A Global Pathway
One of the easiest ways for a student to become a doctor without having to go through NEET is to continue their MBBS abroad. In Bangalore, there are various students that will travel to countries including Russia, China, Ukraine, the Philippines or other European countries to study in English in a medical course and most of them do not require NEET as part of their admission process. Studying abroad is an exciting educational journey with an international experience but it is important to choose a university that is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI). If your university is recognized by MCI, you will be able to return to India to sit FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) after completing your MBBS and practice as a doctor.
Join the Indian Army Medical Corps through NDA
Students who want to serve the nation and pursue a career in medicine can consider the Indian Army Medical Corps. Medical students can receive training through the National Defence Academy (NDA) and focus on serving in the Indian Army while completing their MBBS. After the training and degree grant the doctor the opportunity to work as a commissioned officer with the medical corps. For the Army Medical Corps entry, NEET is not required but candidates do need to pass the NDA exam and meet other eligibility criteria. Why Take This Path? Serve the nation while continuing as a doctor. No NEET required to join the Indian Army Medical Corps. Good benefits and opportunities for career growth in the army.
Through Health Science Degrees: Nursing, Public Health, etc.
If you have a fascination with healthcare but do not want to practice medicine, then studying a health science program may be appropriate. There are multiple educational institutions in Bangalore which offer degree programs such as (BSc Nursing), BPH (public health), Health Administration, and Medical Research. Pursuing one of these degrees will provide you with the best position for healthcare work at a hospital, health care management position, non-government organization (NGO), or medical research. Reputable institutions such as St. John’s College of Nursing and Manipal College of Health Professions in Bangalore also offers these courses with no difficulty in requiring a competitive NEET score. Why choose this route? Contribute significantly to the health care system in a variety of capacities No NEET requirement for most health science courses Public sector job opportunities are diversified and abundant.
Pursue Dentistry (BDS)
For students interested in healthcare but want to focus on oral care, a great option is to pursue Dentistry (BDS). You may choose from dental colleges in Bangalore like The Oxford Dental College and Bangalore Institute of Dental Sciences for undergraduate level study. Many institutions require students to sit for the NEET, although some private institutions may differ with eligibility requirements so academic pursuit of dentistry can range from no NEET to admission through the NEET.A dentist is an important part of healthcare focused on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of dental-related conditions. Clinical dentistry can be a very lucrative career and in Bangalore, one can choose any number of avenues to practice in a private clinic or a quality dental service provider in a hospital.
