MD Dermatology Venereology Leprosy

1. MBBS degree recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
2. Completed or due to complete one-year internship before academic session start.
3. Valid NEET-PG score for the relevant admission year.
4. Participation in state/central counselling conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala or Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Thrissur is a well-established medical college in Kerala affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences and recognized by the National Medical Commission. The MD Dermatology & Venereology program is a comprehensive three-year full-time postgraduate medical degree designed to prepare specialists in skin and venereal diseases. The course includes academic instruction combined with extensive clinical exposure at the institute’s associated teaching hospital, where students manage diverse dermatological cases and learn advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The Dermatology department at AIMS offers facilities including dermatosurgery, phototherapy, specialty skin clinics, and emergency outpatient and inpatient services, enriching the educational experience. Students also engage in scholarly activities and patient-centered clinical practice to develop professional competence in both medical and surgical aspects of dermatology. Admission is competitive, based on NEET-PG performance and subsequent counselling allotment.

1. Appear in NEET-PG: Sit for the national entrance exam for postgraduate medical courses.
2. Qualify NEET-PG: Achieve a valid qualifying score in the exam.
3. Registration for Counselling: Register for state (Kerala CEE) or central (MCC) counselling.
4. Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on NEET-PG rank, category, and preferences during counselling.
5. Document Verification: Report to the institute with original documents for verification within the stipulated period.
6. Admission Formalities: Complete fee payment, submission of medical fitness, and other formalities to confirm the seat.