MD Marine Medicine

Must possess an MBBS degree from a recognized medical college.

Completion of one-year compulsory rotating internship on or before 31st March of the admission year.

Valid NEET-PG score.

Fulfill medical fitness standards (especially for defense-sponsored candidates).

Generally, Indian Navy medical officers or sponsored candidates are eligible. Some seats may be open to civilian doctors on deputation or sponsorship.

The MD in Marine Medicine at the Institute of Naval Medicine (INHS Asvini), Mumbai, is a 3-year postgraduate residency program designed to train medical officers in the advanced principles and practices of marine and underwater medicine. The course covers diving physiology, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, occupational health hazards in naval environments, undersea rescue medicine, environmental medicine, and submarine medicine. Trainees gain practical exposure through specialized field training at naval diving schools, submarines, and hyperbaric centers. The program emphasizes applied clinical research, public health surveillance in maritime settings, and operational preparedness for naval deployments. It is ideal for defense medical professionals and select sponsored civilians aspiring to serve in marine and occupational medicine domains.