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Gynaecologist / Obstetrician

Your morning OPD at a government district hospital includes managing 40 patients — reviewing a high-risk pregnancy with gestational diabetes, counselling a young woman on PCOS management, and performing a colposcopy for cervical dysplasia. Afternoons are spent in the operation theatre conducting a caesarean section and a laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy before reviewing antenatal ward patients with the junior residents.

SALARY RANGE

₹20L - ₹100L /yr

DEMAND

8/10

GROWTH

7/10

STREAM

Science_PCB

SECTOR

Healthcare

AVG SALARY (LPA)

₹60L

WFH POSSIBLE

No

TREND

Stable

#Biology#Science#Research#Nature

Your Success Roadmap

Step 1: Clear 12th (PCB)

Clear 12th (PCB)

Step 2: Clear NEET UG

Clear NEET UG

Step 3: MBBS (5.5 years)

MBBS (5.5 years)

Step 4: MD/MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology via NEET PG (3 years)

MD/MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology via NEET PG (3 years)

Step 5: Register with NMC/State Medical Council

Register with NMC/State Medical Council

Step 6: Senior Resident at teaching hospital

Senior Resident at teaching hospital

Step 7: Gynaecologist at hospital / private clinic

Gynaecologist at hospital / private clinic

Market Analysis & Insights

GENDER DIVERSITY

50%

Inclusive work environment

YEARS TO JOB

7 Years

Post-Class 12 preparation

SELF EMPLOYMENT

Yes

Entrepreneurial opportunities

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Medium

Nature of day-to-day work

Regional Relevance: Pan-India

Recommended Certifications

Role-specific certifications recommended

Key Skills Required

ObstetricsGynaecological SurgeryPrenatal CareLaparoscopyPatient CounsellingEmergency Delivery

Top Colleges in India

AIIMS New Delhi
PGIMER Chandigarh
JIPMER Puducherry
Maulana Azad Medical College Delhi (Govt.)
Seth GS Medical College Mumbai (Govt.)

A Typical Day in This Career

As a Gynaecologist / Obstetrician, 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.

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