SPMC MD (Physiology) FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available for MD Physiology at SPMC Bikaner?
Ans. SPMC Bikaner has 6 seats for MD Physiology. These are divided between the All India Quota (50% filled through MCC counselling) and the Rajasthan State Quota (50% filled through Rajasthan NEET PG Counselling). There are no management or NRI quota seats.
Ques. What is the scope of MD Physiology after completing the course from SPMC Bikaner?
Ans. MD Physiology graduates primarily pursue academic and research careers. They can become faculty members (Assistant Professor/Associate Professor) in medical colleges, work in research institutions like ICMR, AIIMS, and DRDO, or pursue PhD programmes in physiology and related fields. Some graduates also work in sports medicine, aviation medicine, and occupational health.
Ques. Is MD Physiology a clinical or non-clinical speciality?
Ans. MD Physiology is a pre-clinical speciality. It does not involve direct patient care. The focus is on understanding the normal functioning of the human body and applying this knowledge to teaching and research. However, applied physiology has relevance in clinical settings such as exercise testing, pulmonary function testing, and sleep medicine.
Ques. What is the NEET PG rank required for MD Physiology at SPMC Bikaner?
Ans. MD Physiology is generally among the least competitive specialities in NEET PG. Candidates with a NEET PG rank in the range of approximately 60,000 to 1,00,000 (General category) have historically secured seats in Physiology at government medical colleges. The exact rank requirement varies each year.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for MD Physiology students at SPMC Bikaner?
Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available for PG students at SPMC Bikaner. The hostel fees are approximately INR 39,531 per year. Accommodation is not mandatory, and students may choose to stay off-campus. The campus has separate hostels for boys and girls.
Ques. Can MD Physiology graduates apply for government faculty positions?
Ans. Yes, MD Physiology graduates are eligible to apply for faculty positions (Assistant Professor) in government medical colleges through Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) and other state/central government recruitment bodies. The NMC mandates MD Physiology as the minimum qualification for teaching posts in the Physiology department of medical colleges.
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