MD Psychiatry

1. Must possess an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institute.
2. Must have completed the compulsory one-year internship by the specified date.
3. Must qualify NEET-PG conducted by the National Testing Agency.
4. Must participate in the Uttar Pradesh NEET-PG counselling process.
5. Registration with the State/NMC medical council is generally required.

The MD – Psychiatry course at NCR Institute of Medical Sciences, Meerut is a comprehensive three-year clinical postgraduate program designed to prepare medical graduates for independent practice in mental health care. Students are trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric illnesses such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychoses, substance use disorders, and developmental conditions. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and clinical skill development through direct patient exposure in outpatient and inpatient settings, case discussions, therapy sessions, and multidisciplinary interactions. The psychiatry department includes experienced faculty and a structured curriculum that equips residents with skills in psychiatric evaluation, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy techniques, community psychiatry, and emergency psychiatric care. Clinical training is complemented by academic activities such as seminars, journal club discussions, clinical meetings, and research projects, enabling graduates to pursue careers in clinical practice, academic medicine, and mental health leadership.