Psychiatrist

10th

12th (PCB Compulsory with 60% marks)

• To get admission into the MBBS course, candidates have to register and qualify National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET).
• National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET) exam is conducted annually by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in May/June.
• The candidate should be of 17 years of age at the time of admission.

Official Website for Registration to NEET: https://neet.nta.nic.in/

• To become a PSYCHIATRIST, the candidate should hold an MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) degree recognized by the Medical Council of India.

• After completing 4.5 years of the MBBS program, candidates must complete a one-year hospital internship in internal medicine or family practice. During internship and residency, the student is subject to be posted in multiple clinical departments on a rotatory basis to learn the necessary clinical experience in all the major disciplines. Completing the rotatory internship is a prerequisite for obtaining a medical license. Also, a Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) is a necessary eligibility criterion for pursuing post-graduation studies.
• Candidates can work under a team of top doctors during their internship. The candidates have a chance to work with patients who require different diagnoses. The candidates must gain good knowledge and skills when completing their internship.

• After completing MBBS, the candidate must give the NEET PG entrance test for admission into a postgraduate degree, i.e., MD in Psychiatry. 

Official Website for Registration to NEET PG: https://ntaexam.net/neet-pg-2023/

• Admission into the MD (Doctor of Medicine) in Psychiatry is based on the candidates' performance in the NEET PG entrance test or institute-specific examination (if specified). However, it may vary from college to college; check the particular college rules and regulations before applying.
• Some institutes also provide admission based on marks obtained in the MBBS course and the work experience of the aspiring candidates.
• The study of MD requires three years of college dedication.

• After an internship, the candidate must register with the Medical Council of India. To register with the Medical Council of India., the candidate must have an MBBS degree, one year of internship, and an MD PG in Psychiatry. Registering with the country's medical council to practice as a psychiatrist is essential.
• After registering with the Medical Council of India, candidates can begin their careers and practice as a Psychiatrist in India.

Official Website for Registration: https://www.nmc.org.in/registration/

Who is a Psychiatrist? 

A Psychiatrist is a physician who specializes in psychiatric medicine. This branch of medical science deals with diagnosing, preventing, studying, and treating different mental diseases.  A psychiatrist is a medical professional who deals with diagnosing and curing his patients' mental problems. A psychiatrist uses both therapy and medication for the speedy recovery of his patients from mental disorders like depression.
Psychiatrists primarily use medication to treat symptoms of mental health conditions but may also use different types of psychotherapy. Psychiatrists must train at medical school before training in psychiatry. A psychiatrist can diagnose and prescribe medication to treat a variety of complex mental illnesses, such as:

• schizophrenia
• depression
• borderline personality disorder
• bipolar disorder

JobResponsibilities of a Psychiatrist

• A psychiatrist's primary responsibility is to psychiatric disorders, usually through medication.  
• The Psychiatrist develops a treatment plan according to the patient's needs and the extent of the emotional, social, cognitive, developmental, or behavioral disorder.
• A psychiatrist treats a patient using psychotherapeutic methods and medication, monitoring the effects of any medicine and adjusting treatment where necessary. 

Career Scope of aPsychiatrist

• Once candidates complete an MD in Psychiatry, candidates have numerous options of either joining government or ever-increasing private hospitals. 
• Some Psychiatrists can also find lucrative placements with considerable salaries in corporate hospitals.
• Psychiatrists work in hospitals and laboratories on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Salary/Income of a Psychiatrist

The salary of a Psychiatrist largely depends upon the standard and level of the organization/Hospital candidate is associated with, especially at the starting level. The starting salary of aPsychiatrist ranges from Rs. 4 to 7 lakhs per annum. The experienced Psychiatrist may earn from Rs. 8 lakhs to 10 lakhs per annum.Government hospital salaries are based on the pay scale and grade the government decides. However, there is no upper-income limit for enterprising Psychiatrists who opt to open their Clinics.