The NEET exam is a gateway for admission to medical courses in India. After clearing the exam, candidates can opt for various courses in the medical field like MBBS, BDS and BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, and BHMS. The National Testing Agency (NTA), an autonomous organisation within the Ministry of Education, conducts the test.

Candidate eligibility for the NEET test is based on a set of requirements. They must have passed their 10+2 or equivalent test, with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as required subjects, and they must be at least 17 years old.

NEET follows a pen-and-paper-based format with multiple-choice questions (MCQs). There are 180 questions total in the test, 45 of which are from each of the four academic areas of physics, chemistry, botany, and zoology. Three hours total is provided to the candidates to finish the exam. Each right answer gets four marks towards the total score, whereas each wrong answer gets minus one and unanswered questions don't get any marks.

The full form of MBBS is Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Medicine.

MBBS is an undergraduate course for students who are aspiring to work as doctors in India or abroad. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent. The duration of this undergraduate course is 5.5 years with one year of compulsory rotation.

Eligibility: To be eligible for MBBS in India, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as mandatory subjects. They need to qualify the NEET exam, which is the entrance test for admission to MBBS program.

The duration of the MBBS is five and a half years, which includes a one-year compulsory rotating internship. The academic study period is of four and a half years, which has theoretical coursework, practical training, and clinical rotations.

After completing MBBS, graduates can pursue various career paths. They can opt for postgraduate medical studies (MD/MS) in various specializations or pursue research in medical sciences. Graduates can work in hospitals, clinics, and government health services, or start their own private practice.

The full form of BDS is Bachelor of Dental Surgery.

BDS is an undergraduate course for students who are aspiring to work as dentists in India or abroad. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent. The duration of this undergraduate course is 5 years, and it focuses on the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of oral cavity diseases, disorders, and conditions.

Eligibility: To be eligible to pursue BDS, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as mandatory subjects. They need to clear the NEET exam, which is the entrance exam for admission to BDS, MBBS and AYUSH programs in India.

The duration of the BDS program is five years, which includes a one-year compulsory rotating internship. The academic study period is of four years, which includes theoretical and practical training, followed by a one-year internship.

After completing BDS, graduates can pursue various career paths. They can work as dentists in government or private dental clinics, hospitals, and healthcare organizations. Graduates can also opt for higher education and specialization in various dental fields such as Orthodontics, Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, etc.

The full form of BAMS is Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine, and Surgery.

BAMS is an undergraduate course for students who want to study Ayurveda and treat patients using Ayurvedic medicine as a form of alternative medicine. Ayurveda is a discipline of the upaveda or "auxiliary knowledge" in Vedic tradition. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent. The duration of this undergraduate course is 5½ years.

Eligibility: To be eligible for BAMS, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as mandatory subjects. They need to qualify the NEET exam, which is the entrance exam for admission to AYUSH, medical and dental programs.

The duration of the BAMS program in India is five and a half years, which includes a one-year compulsory rotating internship. The academic study period is of four and a half years, which includes theoretical coursework and practical training, followed by a one-year internship.

After completing BAMS, graduates can pursue various career paths. They can work as Ayurvedic doctors in government or private Ayurvedic hospitals, clinics, and wellness centres, or start their own Ayurvedic practice. Graduates can also opt for higher education and specialization in various Ayurvedic disciplines.

The full form of BSMS is Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery.

BSMS is an undergraduate course for students who want to study Siddha and treat patients using Siddha medicine which is a traditional medicine system. It uses a scientific and holistic approach to provide preventive, promotive, curative, rejuvenating, and rehabilitative health care. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent.

The duration of this undergraduate course is 5½ years. Siddha medicine is a traditional system of medicine originating from Tamil Nadu, India. It is based on ancient Tamil texts and it focuses on the balance of body, mind, and spirit. Siddha medicine utilizes natural remedies, herbs, diet, and lifestyle practices for the healing and prevention of diseases.

To be eligible for BSMS, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as mandatory subjects. They need to qualify NEET exam, which serves as the common entrance exam for admission to AYUSH courses, and medical and dental programs in India.

After completing BSMS, graduates can work as Siddha doctors in government or private Siddha hospitals, clinics, and wellness centres, or start their own Siddha practice. They can also pursue higher education and research in Siddha medicine. Other possible career options after completing a BSMS are academic and teaching, healthcare administration, government employment and entrepreneurship.

The full form of BUMS is Bachelor in Unani Medicine and Surgery.

BUMS is an undergraduate course for students who want to study Unani medicine and it includes the prevention and treatment of disease by dietary changes, herbal remedies, and alternate therapies. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent. The duration of this undergraduate course is 5½ years.

Unani medicine is a traditional system of medicine originating from ancient Greece. It is based on the principles of four elements (earth, air, water, and fire) and humours (blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile). Unani medicine uses natural remedies, herbal medicines, diet, and lifestyle practices for healing and promoting well-being.

To be eligible for BUMS in India, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as mandatory subjects and qualify NEET exam.

After completing BUMS, graduates have various career opportunities in the field of Unani medicine. They can work as Unani practitioners, engage in research and development, pursue academic and teaching positions, contribute to healthcare administration and government employment, start their own ventures, and collaborate with practitioners of other healthcare systems. Continuing learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in Unani medicine are crucial for career growth.

The full form of BHMS is Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery.

BHMS is an undergraduate course for students who want to study Homeopathy and treat patients using homeopathic medicine which is a form of complementary medicine. Homoeopathy is derived from two Greek words ‘homoio’ which means ‘similar’ and ‘pathos’ which means ‘suffering’ or ‘like cures like’ Homoeopathy is a therapeutic method of treatment based on the concept of individualization and holism. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent. The duration of this undergraduate course is 5½ years.

To be eligible for BHMS, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as mandatory subjects. They need to clear the NEET exam, which acts as the common entrance exam for admission to BHMS programs.

Graduates can work as Homeopathic doctors in private clinics, Homeopathic hospitals, and wellness centres, or start their own Homeopathic practice. They can also pursue higher education and specialization in various Homeopathic disciplines. Graduates can find opportunities in research, teaching, pharmaceutical companies, and government health departments.

The full form of BNYS is Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences.

BNYS is an undergraduate course for students who want to study Yoga and naturopathy and to integrate the conventional basic sciences (e.g. human physiology) with the traditional medical systems so as to magnify the understanding of their effects and therapeutic potential. It is done by them after the completion of their 10+2 exam or any other equivalent. The duration of this undergraduate course is 5½ years.

To be eligible for BNYS in India, students must complete their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects. Some institutions may also require English as a subject. Admission to BNYS programs is generally based on merit or through entrance exams conducted by respective colleges.

After completing BNYS in India, graduates can work as naturopaths and yoga practitioners. They can establish their own naturopathy clinics, wellness centres, or yoga studios. They may also find opportunities in wellness resorts, hospitals, research institutions, fitness centres, and government health departments. Graduates can contribute to promoting natural healing methods, providing lifestyle counselling, conducting yoga classes, and guiding individuals toward holistic well-being.

The full form of MBBS is Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.

The full form of MBBS is Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and the full form of MD is Doctor of Medicine.

The full form of BDS is a Bachelor of Dental Surgery.

The four types of AYUSH are Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy.

The full form of AYUSH is Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. It is an acronym.

The duration of MBBS is 5 and half years which includes one year of compulsory internship.

BDS is the degree awarded to students after they complete their Bachelor's in Dental Surgery. It is equivalent to the MBBS degree and the students after completion are called Doctors.

The full form of BHMS is Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery.

The full form of BUMS is Bachelor in Unani Medicine and Surgery

The full form of BAMS is Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine, and Surgery.

The full form of BNYS is Bachelor of Naturopathy Yoga and Sciences.

The full form of BSMS is Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery.