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After passing 12th in science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), aspirants put so much effort to prepare themselves for pursuing medical courses. Students often get confused which course to pursue between BUMS and MBBS. Although, the doctor profession is considered as one of the respectable jobs in India. Each year, lakhs of students appear in NEET. Both MBBS and BUMS courses have their own benefits and perks.
After qualifying NEET, aspirants become eligible for both MBBS and BUMS. Both are called doctors. One who pursues MBBS can practice medicine as a general physician. The admission in MBBS course is granted in the colleges recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI). Aspirants who pursue BUMS qualify as a Unani doctor. To know the important details about the BUMS and MBBS courses, students can go through the article on MBBS vs BUMS to know the major difference between these two courses.
BUMS is commonly abbreviated as Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery. BUMS course duration is 5.5 years with one year of rotatory internship programme. BUMS focuses on the traditional medical practices with the modern approach using different techniques and equipment. The programme is regulated by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM).
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MBBS stands for Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Medicine. Originated from its Latin name, Medicinae Baccalaureus, Baccalaureus Chirurgiae. MBBS course duration is 5.5 years including one year of mandatory internship. It is one of the best routes to make a career in medicine. Qualified MBBS candidates can opt for numerous careers such as general surgeon, endocrinologist, pathologist, neurologist, physician and many more.
For MBBS or BUMS, aspirants must have passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry & Biology. The admission to MBBS and BUMS is granted on the basis of score obtained in National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). Candidates who qualify NEET exam will appear for the counselling process. The NEET counselling is conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government colleges and 100% in deemed/central universities. While 85% seats are filled through respective state authorities. For BUMS courses, the counselling process is conducted by Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India.
Candidates can check the below-mentioned syllabus for both the MBBS and BUMS.
Professional Year I | Professional Year II |
Arabic and Mantiq wa Falsafa (Logic Philosophy and Astronomy) | Tareekh-e-tib (History of Medicine) |
Kulliyat Umoore Tabiya (Basic Principles of Unani Medicine) | Tahaffuzi wa Samaji Tib (Preventive and Community Medicine) |
Tashreeh Ul Badan (Anatomy) | Ilmul Advia |
Munafeul Aaza (Physiology) | Mahiyatul Amraz (Pathology) |
Professional Year III | Professional Year IV |
Communication skills | Moalajat - I (General Medicine) |
Ilmul Saidla wa Murakkabat (Unani Pharmacy) | Moalajat - II |
Tibbe Qanooni wa Ilmul Samoom (Medical Jurisprudence and Toxicology) | Amraze Niswan (Gynaecology) |
Sareeriyat wa Usoole Ilaj (Bedside clinic and principles of management) | Ilmul Qabalat wa Naumalood (Obstetrics and Neonatology) |
Ilaj Bit Tadbeer (Regional Therapy) | Ilmul Jarahat (Surgery) |
Amraz-e-Atfal (Paediatrics) | Ain, Uzn, Anaf, Halaq wa Asnan (Ophthalmology and Diseases of Ear, Nose and Throat) |
Phase | Subject | Topics |
Pre-Clinical | Anatomy | Gross anatomy, Microanatomy, Embryology, and Genetics, Neuroanatomy |
Biochemistry | Biological cell, Biomolecules, Enzymes, Metabolic pathways, their regulation, and metabolic interrelationships, Food assimilation, and nutrition, Hormones, Molecular Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Environmental biochemistry, cancer and cancer makers | |
Physiology | General Physiology, Nerve–Muscle, Blood, Respiratory System, Cardiovascular System, Gastrointestinal System, Nutrition, Environmental Physiology, Reproduction, Kidney, Neurophysiology, Yoga | |
Para-clinical | Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | Forensic Medicine, Toxicology |
Microbiology | Microbiology, Bacteriology, Bacterial Staining and Cultivation, Common Tests for Bacterial identification, parasitology, Virology, Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infection, Mycology, Common Laboratory Methods for Diagnosis of Fungal Infections, Collection of Transport of Samples, Host-Parasite relationship, Bacterial, and Viral Genetics, Immunity to infection, Immunodiagnosis, Vaccines, Sterilisation and disinfection, Bacteriology of water and air, Microorganisms associated with gastrointestinal infections, Gastrointestinal infections caused by parasites | |
Pathology | General Pathology, Systemic Pathology, Practical | |
Pharmacology | General Pharmacology, Autonomic nervous system & Peripheral nervous system, Central nervous system, Autacoids, Cardiovascular system, Gastrointestinal and respiratory system, Hormones, Chemotherapy, Miscellaneous | |
Clinical | Anesthesiology | Preoperative evaluation & optimization, Skills I/V, Cannulation, Oropharyngeal/Nasopharyngeal Airway insertion, Bag-Mask Ventilation, Attaching pulse oximeter, BP cuff, and ECG electrodes and setting up a monitor |
Community Medicine | Behavioral Sciences, Health Education, Environment, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Nutrition, Maternal & Child Health, Rehabilitation, Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases And Non-communicable Diseases, Important National Health Programmes, Occupational Health, Health Administration, Health Economics, Geriatrics, Counselling | |
Dermatology and Venereology | Ineffective dermatoses, Infective dermatoses, Infestations, Melanin synthesis, Allergic disorders, Drug eruptions, urticaria, erythema multiforme, Vesiculo-bullous diseases, Epidermopoiesis, Psoriasis, Pathogenesis, Syphilis, Gonococcal and Nongonococcal infections, HIV infection, Dermatological Emergencies | |
Medicine | Clinical Pharmacology, Nutritional and metabolic disorders, Water, electrolyte and acid-base imbalance, Critical care Medicine, Pain management and palliative care, Medical Psychiatry, Poisonings, Specific environmental and occupational hazards, Immune response and Infections, Cardiovascular system | |
Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Basic Sciences, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Contraception, Neonatology and Recent Advances | |
Ophthalmology | Microbiology in relation to eye, Pathology in relation to eye, Pharmacology in relation to eye, Disorders of the Lid, Disorders of the Lacrimal Apparatus, Conjunctivitis & Ophthalmia Neonatorum, Trachoma & Another chronic conjunctivitis, Keratitis and corneal ulcers, Corneal ulcer, Scleritis & Episcleritis | |
Orthopedics | Pediatric orthopedics, Orthopaedic Oncology, Management of Trauma, Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Neurology, Disorders of Spine, Radiology, Fracture | |
Otorhinolaryngology | Oral cavity and oropharynx, Ear, Instruments, Operative Procedures, X-ray | |
Pediatrics | Vital statistics, Growth and development, Nutrition, Immunization, Infectious diseases, Hematology, Respiratory system, Gastro-Intestinal Tract, Central Nervous System, Cardiovascular system, Genito-Urinary System, Neonatology, Pediatrics Emergencies, Fluid-Electrolyte, Genetics, Behavioral Problems, Pediatrics Surgical Problems, Therapeutics | |
Psychiatry | Behavioural Sciences, Emotion and its application to health, Cognitive process and memory, psychiatric disorders, personality disorders, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorders, Depression, Anxiety neurosis, phobia, and OCD | |
Surgery | Skin, Head and Neck region, Arteries, Veins, Breast, Oesophagus, Stomach and duodenum, Small intestine, Colon and rectum, Appendix, Acute abdomen, Urology |
There are plenty of job offers for aspirants after completing the MBBS and BUMS courses. Candidates can work in both the private and government sectors. Check the below-mentioned careers opportunity after pursuing the MBBS and BUMS courses.
Doctor
Hakeem
Unani Therapist
Unani Chemist
Doctors
Physicians
Junior Surgeons
Medical Professors or Lecturers
Researcher
Aspirants can check the below mentioned salaries of different profiles. The salary of MBBS and BUMS depends on several factors such as experience, dedication and others.
Job Profiles | Average Salary |
Hakim | Rs. 4 LPA |
Unani Therapist | Rs. 4 LPA |
Unani Chemist | Rs. 3 LPA |
Job Profiles | Average Salary |
Doctor | Rs. 5.4 LPA |
Medical Officer | Rs. 5.2 LPA |
Surgeon | Rs. 10.8 LPA |
General Physician | Rs. 7.2 LPA |
Paediatrician | Rs. 8 LPA |
MBBS and BUMS are both medical degrees, but differ in their scope, recognition, and career opportunities. MBBS follows the modern allopathic system of medicine and offers broad career options in hospitals, research, and specialization through postgraduate studies. BUMS is based on the traditional Unani system, focusing on natural remedies, herbal treatments, and holistic healing. While MBBS offers wider global recognition and diverse career prospects, BUMS can be a good choice for those passionate about traditional medicine and interested in holistic healthcare.
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