Burn & Plastic Surgery Specialist
Your day begins with surgical rounds reviewing the progress of burn patients in the ICU, you perform a split-thickness skin graft procedure in the morning OT, consult with a reconstructive case in the afternoon OPD, guide a resident on a scar revision technique, and dictate operative notes before leaving the hospital.
SALARY RANGE
₹30L - ₹150L /yr
DEMAND
5/10
GROWTH
7/10
STREAM
Science_PCB
SECTOR
Healthcare
AVG SALARY (LPA)
₹90L
WFH POSSIBLE
No
TREND
Stable
Your Success Roadmap
Step 1: Complete 12th (PCB)
Complete 12th (PCB)
Step 2: Qualify NEET and complete MBBS
Qualify NEET and complete MBBS
Step 3: Complete compulsory rotational internship
Complete compulsory rotational internship
Step 4: Qualify NEET-PG and complete MS General Surgery (3 years)
Qualify NEET-PG and complete MS General Surgery (3 years)
Step 5: Qualify NEET-SS and complete MCh Plastic Surgery (3 years)
Qualify NEET-SS and complete MCh Plastic Surgery (3 years)
Step 6: Join a burn unit or tertiary care hospital
Join a burn unit or tertiary care hospital
Step 7: Fellowship in sub-specialities (hand surgery, craniofacial, microsurgery)
Fellowship in sub-specialities (hand surgery, craniofacial, microsurgery)
Step 8: Advance to Senior Consultant or Head of Plastic Surgery
Advance to Senior Consultant or Head of Plastic Surgery
Market Analysis & Insights
50%
Inclusive work environment
7 Years
Post-Class 12 preparation
Yes
Entrepreneurial opportunities
Medium
Nature of day-to-day work
Regional Relevance: Pan-India
Recommended Certifications
Key Skills Required
Top Colleges in India
A Typical Day in This Career
As a Burn & Plastic Surgery Specialist, your day typically begins with strategic planning and client interactions. You'll spend most of your time solving complex problems and collaborating with team members. No two days are exactly alike, making it a dynamic and fulfilling choice for those who love to learn.
This could be your future.
Save this career to your profile or download the full report to share with your parents or mentors.
Similar Career Paths
Editorial Policy & Data Sources
Maintained by the 12kebaad Editorial & Research Team. Career benchmarks, salary brackets, and educational requirements are compiled from official regulatory portals, UGC/AICTE notifications, and verified industry hiring reports. Last reviewed: 2026. Have an update or correction? Contact us at 12kebaad.team@gmail.com.
Was this helpful?
Discussion
Please sign in to join the discussion.
Sign InNo comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!