MD Biochemistry: Full Form, Course, Admission, Syllabus, Colleges, Scope, Salary

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MD Biochemistry is a 3-years postgraduate course that deals with the study of veterinary, medicines and dentistry. The course syllabus is divided into 6 semesters that impart knowledge about various biochemistry concepts such as bacteriology, mycology etc. and several research projects.

Candidates wishing to pursue MD Biochemistry should have completed their MBBS or any relevant degree with at least 55% marks. MD Biochemistry admissions are done through merit-based or by candidate's performance in the NEET-PG, JIPMER, PGIMER Entrance exams followed by a GD/ PI round.

The top MD Biochemistry colleges in India include Bareilly International University, Christian Medical College Vellore and Maulana Azad Medical College Delhi. The average fees for the course vary with colleges and can range between INR INR 42,000 - 12.3 Lakhs per year. MD Biochemistry fees in private medical colleges in India is quite higher than government MD Biochemistry colleges.

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Candidates post completing the course can either work or go for further education. One can find reputable and good job opportunities in various sectors like hospitals, forestry departments, agricultural industries, chemical manufacturing industries, etc. The average salary one can expect to earn after completing MD Biochemistry can be anywhere between INR 7 - 12 LPA.

Table of Contents

MD Biochemistry Course Highlights
Why Study?
MD Biochemistry Admission Process
3.1 Eligibility
3.2 Entrance Exams
MD Biochemistry Syllabus
MD Biochemistry Top Colleges
5.1 Maharashtra
5.2 Uttar Pradesh
5.3 Karnataka
5.4 Tamil Nadu
What after MD Biochemistry?
MD Biochemistry Jobs
MD Biochemistry: FAQs

MD Biochemistry: Course Highlights

Course Level	Doctorate
Full Form	Doctorate of Medicine in Biochemistry
Duration	3 years
Eligibility	M.B.B.S. with 50% and relevant PG Degree from MCI recognized Institute
Age Limit	No
Admission Process	Merit-based or Entrance-based
Similar Options of Study	MD (Pathology), MD (Microbiology), MD (Physiology), MD (Paediatrics), MD (Psychiatry) etc.
Course Fee	INR 42,000 to 12.3 Lakhs per year
Average Starting Salary	INR 7 - 12 LPA
To Recruiting Areas	Hospitals, Healthcare Facilities, Diagnostic Centres etc
Job Positions	Anaesthetic Physician, Anaesthetic Doctor, Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Specialist, etc

MD Biochemistry: Why Study

Pursuing MD Biochemistry can open a door to a vast career score and wide range of job opportunities. There are plenty of reasons why a MD Biochemistry course is beneficial for students. Some of them are given below:

The course provides students a detailed understanding of composition and chemical reactions of living organisms and is closely related to molecular biology which means graduates can work in different sectors.
It can land you a lot of high profile and respected professions such as Assistant Professor, Lab Technician and many others with handsome packages at around INR 7 - 12 LPA.
The scope in the field of Biochemistry is so vast and graduates of MD Biochemistry can also swap between their careers. Also it is expected there will be a rise of 4% in Biochemistry jobs by 2025.

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MD Biochemistry: Admission Process

Admissions into the top MD Biochemistry are granted through Merit-based as well as Entrance-Based. Most of the top universities/ colleges offering MD Biochemistry consider scores of entrance exams such as NEET-PG, JIPMER Entrance Exam, etc. However, there are some colleges that offer direct admissions.

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For merit based admissions, candidates are selected based on their scores obtained in MBBS or any other relevant degree. Selected candidates are called for documents verification and they are required to pay the fees to confirm their admission. In Entrance-Based admissions, students are shortlisted based on their scores in any entrance exams (NEET-PG, PGIMER Entrance Exam, etc.) followed by a GD/ PI round.

MD Biochemistry: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission must be acquainted with the Eligibility requirements for the course. The basic eligibility criteria are mentioned below:

Must have to complete an MBBS course or any other relevant course with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks from a MCI recognized College.
May be required to qualify any entrance exam like NEET-PG, etc. and some colleges have also set an age limit for the course.

MD Biochemistry: Entrance Exams

Exam Name	Exam Details
NEET PG	Check Here
INI CET	Check Here

MD Biochemistry: Syllabus

MD Biochemistry is a 3-years course which focuses on the study of Biochemistry, Molecular Biochemistry and concepts related to it. MD Biochemistry Syllabus covers a wide range of topics including Virology, Parasitology, Mycology, Clinical Biochemistry and several research projects. The table below gives you a insight of what is taught during course curriculum of MD Biochemistry:

Introductory Biochemistry & Molecular Biochemistry	Standard Curve/Paper Chromatography/TLC
Biochemistry of Hormones, Vitamins, Minerals, Enzymes & Clinical Biochemistry	Virology
Biochemistry of Body Metabolism	Parasitology
Recent Advances in Clinical Biochemistry & Biochemical Methodologies	Research Project
Enzyme Kinetics/ Electrophoresis	Virology and Parasitology
Applied Biochemistry	Bacteriology
Recent Advances	Mycology

MD Biochemistry: Top Colleges

In India, there are around 304 recognized medical colleges offering MD Biochemistry. Check out the following section to know some of the best medical colleges in India in different states offering MD Biochemistry:

Maharashtra

There are around 30 MD Biochemistry colleges in Maharashtra, among them DPU Pune, AFMC Pune and MGM Medical College Mumbai are considered as the top ranked MD Biochemistry colleges in Maharashtra. Check out the table below enlists the best MD Biochemistry colleges in Maharashtra.

Institute Name	Average Fees
Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth - [DPU], Pune	INR 718,750
Armed Forces Medical College - [AFMC], Pune	NA
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences - [MGIMS], Wardha	INR 75,200
Dr DY Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Centre - [DYPMC], Pune	INR 100,000
MGM Medical College, Navi Mumbai	INR 70,000
D Y Patil Medical College, Kolhapur	INR 718,750
Maharashtra Institute of Medical Education and Research - [MIMER], Pune	INR 800,000
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University - [RTMNU], Nagpur	INR 27,030
Indira Gandhi Government Medical College & Hospital - [IGGMC], Nagpur	INR 84,150
Maharashtra Institute of Medical Sciences and Research - [MIMSR], Latur	INR 800,300

Uttar Pradesh

Tabulated below is the list of some of the top medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh Biochemistry courses along with their average annual fees structure:

Institute Name	Average Fees
Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Science - [SRMS IMS], Bareilly	INR 1,26,000
Jawahar Lal Nehru Medical College - [JNMC], Aligarh	INR 32,445
Baba Raghav Das Medical College - [BRD], gorakhpur	INR 42,000
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University - [CSJM], Kanpur	NA
Bareilly International University - [BIU], Bareilly	INR 9,95,000
UP Rural Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Etawah	INR 52,000
Teerthanker Mahaveer Medical College and Research Centre, Moradabad	INR 8,60,000
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University - [SVSU], Meerut	INR 1,00,000
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Subharti Medical College, Meerut	INR 7,20,000
Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institutions - [SRMSI], Bareilly	INR 26,000
Sharda University, School of Medical Sciences and Research - [SMSR], Greater Noida	INR 9,77,116

Karnataka

A list of top medical colleges in Karnataka offering MD Biochemistry is given below along with their average annual fees.

Institute Name	Average Fees
Kasturba Medical College - [KMC], Manipal	INR 4,95,000
St John's Medical College, Bangalore	INR 2,01,420
Kasturba Medical College - [KMC], Mangalore	INR 4,95,000
JSS Medical College and Hospital - [JSSMCH], Mysore	INR 5,05,500
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute - [BMCRI], Bangalore	INR 38,900
KS Hegde Medical Academy - [KSHEMA], Mangalore	INR 1,98,000
Manipal Academy of Higher Education - [MAHE], Manipal	INR 4,95,000
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore	INR 5,23,000
Adichunchanagiri University - [ACU], Mandya	INR 4,40,000
AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mangalore	INR 1,58,198

Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu, home to some of the most prestigious and best medical colleges in India hosts more than 25 colleges offering MD Biochemistry courses. Check out the top MD Biochemistry colleges in Tamil Nadu with fees:

Institute Name	Average Fees
Christian Medical College - [CMC], Vellore	INR 1,77,000
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai	INR 5,00,000
SRM Institute of Science and Technology - [SRMIST], Chennai	INR 3,00,000
Saveetha Medical College, Chennai	INR 5,00,000
Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital - [SBMCH], Chennai	INR 3,00,000
Vinayaka Missions University - [VMU], Salem	INR 4,03,000
Government Chengalpattu Medical College, Kanchipuram	INR 1,26,000
Govt Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College - [GMKMC], Salem	INR 30,000
Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center - [KIMS & RC], Chengalpattu	NA
Government Kilpauk Medical College - [GKMC], Chennai	INR 51,450

What after MD Biochemistry?

Candidates post completing their Doctorate Of Medicine (MD) Biochemistry are eligible either to continue their education and opt courses like MCh, MBA, etc or find a highly profitable and reputed job. There are several job options available for graduates in the private as well as government sectors. Some of the courses that one can pursue after completing their studies in MD Biochemistry.

Master of Chirurgiae (MCh)

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The duration of the course is 3-years, however it can extend upto 5-years depending upon specialisations chosen. Also, it is the highest medical degree in the Indian Medical system.
Candidates after completing their postgraduate degree in MS course, MD course or other relevant PG courses from a MCI recognized college are eligible to pursue the course.
Admissions to MCh are offered mostly through entrance based on the scores of NEET-SS or NEET-PG which may be followed by a GD/ PI round. However, some colleges offer direct admissions.

AIIMS MCh Admissions	JIPMER MCh Admissions	PGIMER MCh Admissions

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To pursue MBA one must complete a bachelor's degree in any stream with 50% marks from a recognized University.
MBA Admissions into the best MBA colleges in India are based on the scores of candidates in any entrance exam CAT, XAT, GMAT, etc. followed by a GD/ PI round. However, some colleges offer admissions based on scores in previous exams.

MD Biochemistry Jobs

Job Profiles	Job Descriptions	Average Annual Salary
Assistant Professor	They are responsible for both Research and teaching at various educational institutions. They conduct research in particular discipline or expertise. They carry out various activities like attending conferences, conducting research, teaching, solving administrative issues, and supervising students.	INR 2,32,263 – 9,13,657
Laboratory Technician	They carry out Biomedical or biochemistry exams on various body liquids, teeth, artificial mixes, herbal examples, and such in several study centres. They are also responsible for maintaining and organising Labs and Laboratories at various Education Institutions.	INR 1,19,592 – 5,41,072
Consultant	Biochemistry consultants are those who are responsible for advising on how to diagnose and prevent diseases that spread through blood, urine and any other body fluids. They also provide Clinical Biochemistry consulting.	INR 2,80,779 - 1,089,430
Research Scientist - Analytical Biochemistry	Their work is to examine and analyse the characteristics of various materials, find their composition and structure. Also they develop or identify several compounds or substances to carry out their research.	INR 6,36,000 - 27,70,105

MD Biochemistry: FAQs

Ques. Is a medical biochemist a doctor?

Ans. Yes, a Medical Biochemist is a doctor. Biochemistry covers a lot of subjects and a wide range of topics that overlap with medicines. Medical biochemistry can work as a doctor.

Ques. Can MD biochemistry do DM Endocrinology?

Ans. No MD biochemistry is allowed to do DM endocrinology because it is a very different field. Apart from that MD biochemistry graduates can choose a range of courses in their higher education and can opt courses such as MBA, PhD in the same field.

Ques. Can I do Md after BSC biochemistry?

Ans. No BSc biochemistry graduates are not allowed to opt MD courses. The minimum eligibility criteria to pursue MD courses is that one should complete their MBBS with at least 55% marks from a MCI recognised college also candidates required to qualify any entrance test.

Ques. What does MD biochemistry do?

Ans. MD Biochemistry graduates can find a wide range of job opportunities in private as well as government sectors and develop their career in their same field at high and reputed jobs.

Ques. Should I study medicine or biochemistry?

Ans. Candidates wishing to work in the research field aur in the life science field and have a strong understanding of Biochemistry subjects can pursue biochemistry courses. Apart from that candidates wishing to develop their career in the field of medicine can pursue medicine courses.

Ques. What can I do after MD biochemistry?

Ans. After completing MD Biochemistry, candidates can either find lucrative job opportunities for themselves or they can continue their Studies and go for higher education. Some of the further studies options available for students include MBA, PhD, M.Ch, etc.

Ques. Can I be a surgeon with a biochemistry degree?

Ans. Candidates after completing their MD biochemistry degree can become a surgeon. As one can only opt MD biochemistry after completing their MBBS so after completing MD biochemistry one can become a surgeon.

Ques. How much do medical biochemists earn?

Ans. In India the average salary of a biochemist at the starting of their career can be anywhere between 1.8 - 7.7 LPA depending upon various parameters. However after a few years of experience one can easily earn around INR 10 - 12 LPA or even more.

Ques. Can biochemistry work in hospitals?

Ans. One can easily find jobs in hospitals in the private or government sectors after completing biochemistry courses. Apart from that, candidates can also find lucrative job opportunities in various other sectors like food and beverages companies, research Laboratories, etc.

Ques. How can I do PhD in biochemistry?

Ans. To pursue PhD in biochemistry, candidates must have to complete their post graduation in Microbiology or Biochemistry with a minimum aggregate score of 55% from a MCI (Medical Council of India) recognized college.