How many subjects are there to study for mbbs abroad and in India ?

The MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) curriculum is comprehensive and structured to build a strong foundation in medical sciences and clinical practices over several years. Below is a concise year-wise breakdown of MBBS subjects followed in India and abroad.

MBBS 1st Year Subjects

Focus: Basic Medical Sciences

• Anatomy – Study of the structure of the human body.
• Physiology – Functions and mechanisms in the human body.
• Biochemistry – Chemical processes in living organisms.

MBBS 2nd Year Subjects

Focus: Para-Clinical & Intro to Clinical Sciences

• Pathology – Study of diseases, causes, and effects.
• Pharmacology – Study of drugs and their effects.
• Microbiology – Study of microorganisms.
• Forensic Medicine & Toxicology (FMT) – Legal medicine and poisons.

MBBS 3rd Year Subjects

Part I

• Community Medicine – Public health and prevention.
• Ophthalmology – Eye health and diseases.
• ENT – Ear, nose, and throat disorders.

Part II

• General Medicine – Internal medicine.
• General Surgery – Surgical fundamentals.
• Pediatrics – Child healthcare.
• Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBG) – Women’s reproductive health.

MBBS 4th Year Subjects

Focus: Advanced Clinical Specializations

• Dermatology – Skin disorders.
• Psychiatry – Mental health.
• Radiology – Diagnostic imaging.
• Orthopedics – Bones and trauma care.

MBBS Final Year Subjects

Focus: Comprehensive Clinical Practice

• Medicine & Allied Disciplines
• Surgery & Allied Disciplines
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBG)