MD Community Medicine

1. Must have a recognized MBBS degree from an institution approved by NMC.
2. Compulsory rotating internship completed before the commencement of the course.
3. Valid NEET-PG qualification for the admission year.
4. Registration (or eligibility for registration) with Medical Council/State Medical Council.
5. For reserved category seats, valid category certificates per government norms.

The MD – Community Medicine course at Arunai Medical College and Hospital is a three-year postgraduate program designed to prepare medical graduates for leadership roles in public health and preventive medicine. It emphasizes a strong foundation in epidemiology, biostatistics, health systems, and community health interventions. Students participate in field postings, community surveys, health education campaigns, rural health projects, and national health programs under structured supervision. The curriculum integrates theory, practical exposure, research methodology, and community engagement activities through Urban & Rural Health Training Centers. Graduates are trained to analyse health needs, design preventive strategies, manage public health resources, and contribute to policy implementation at various levels.

1. Qualify NEET-PG: Appear and achieve a valid scorecard in NEET-PG.
2. Counselling Registration: Register for state or national counselling (depending on quota) conducted by the counselling authority.
3. Merit & Choice Filling: Enter choices for PG medical colleges and courses.
4. Seat Allotment: Seats allotted based on NEET-PG rank, reservation norms, and choices.
5. Document Verification: Submit original certificates (MBBS degree, internship completion, NEET-PG score, category certificate, etc.) for verification.
6. Fee Payment & Confirmation: Pay the required fees to confirm the allotted seat.
7. College Reporting: Report to the college on the specified date to begin the course.