MD Psychiatry

1. Qualified NEET-PG with a valid score and percentile as per national counselling requirements.
2. MBBS degree recognised by the National Medical Commission.
3. Permanent or provisional registration certificate with NMC or a State Medical Council.
4. Completion of one-year compulsory rotating internship on or before the eligibility cutoff date.

The MD in Psychiatry programme at IQ City Medical College, Durgapur is a rigorous three-year postgraduate medical degree designed to train specialists in mental health care. Psychiatry deals with a wide spectrum of mental illnesses — from mood disorders and anxiety to psychotic disorders and substance use disorders. Students receive broad clinical exposure across inpatient and outpatient settings, learning to assess, diagnose and manage psychiatric conditions using both therapeutic intervention and psychopharmacology. The curriculum integrates classroom learning with hands-on clinical training under the guidance of experienced faculty. Trainees gain proficiency in diagnostic interviews, risk assessment, psychiatric evaluation tools, formulation of treatment plans, and various psychotherapeutic techniques. In addition to clinical practice, the programme encourages engagement with community mental health issues and evidence-based research, preparing graduates for careers in hospitals, academic institutions, or private practice in mental health care or related multidisciplinary teams.