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Do the doctors and residents working in famous hospitals like AIIMS, Manipal, CMC, JIPMER and other top medical colleges get their paycheck on time?
If you work in a central government-funded institution, you will definitely receive the paycheque on time that is the last working day of the month. However, the situation may not be the same in state government institutions where salaries are not received on time.
I have a few friends in Kasturba Medical College, AIIMS, and JIPMER and all of them told me that they receive their salary exactly on the last day of the month.
However, many other less-reputed hospitals and medical colleges, dont pay their residents and interns or they receive the paycheck extremely late. I believe in order to create a strong healthcare system, we must cater to basic necessities such as paying the healthcare workforce on time.
What is the effective difference in doing a MBBS from AIIMS and any other medical college in India (other than matters like prestige and fame), for instance AIIMS and CMC Ludhiana?
AIIMS is an exceptionally good medical college often called the Harvard of the East. Only when you join it will you realize the plethora of opportunities it has to offer and how it stands apart from other colleges. Given below are some unique traits of AIIMS that set it apart from CMC Ludhiana specifically and any medical college in general
- Peers: The quality of peer groups is unmatched as you will be surrounded by some of the most intellectual people in the world. The level of group discussions is unexceptionally high and it seems everyone is motivating each other
- Faculty : Studying here gives you the opportunity to interact with some of the highest qualified and experienced professors. You will find authors of international books, leaders in research in their fields, and advisors to international committees.
- Mindset : Everyone at AIIMS joins with a single goal and mindset, to excel. You know getting selected here means you are one of the best and so you have no choice but to get even better.
- Patients : The patient flow is diverse from textbook cases to rare diseases. The OPS receives almost 10,000 patients every day.
- Funds : AIIMS has an annual grant of around INR 1200 crore resulting in top-notch infrastructure and research opportunities for the students.
- Research : AIIMS is the best college if you want to pursue research as a UG student. The faculty is extremely helpful and the huge funding paves the way to a healthy research culture.
- International collaborations: Alumni can be seen working across the globe in top international universities. This may help in research electives and USMLE prospects.
- Student faculty ratio : AIIMS easily surpasses the required student-faculty ratio guidelines.
- Extracurriculars: AIIMS focuses on the holistic development of students and not just on academics. It organizes Pulse, the largest fest in a medical college in all of Southeast Asia. Additionally, it has excellent sports facilities.
There are many things AIIMS excels at putting other medical colleges behind itself.
How is CMC Ludhiana for an MBBS?
CMC Ludhiana is one of the top private medical colleges of the country well known for its excellent education and opportunities in the medical field. Here are a few highlights of the institute
- The learning experience is excellent in the first year and every teacher will motivate you for the better. They will cater to your doubts individually and conduct discussions along with regular weekly or monthly tests. By the third year, clinical subjects begin and professors become more busy. The written tests aren’t very regular in the last two years.
- Students are exposed to clinics from the second year onwards. They witness a huge patient load and get to see outpatient and inpatient management of patients across various clinical departments.
- Here, students have foster families, that help maintain better relationships with faculty and peers. They are extremely approachable and make your college life better.
- The infrastructure needs to be worked upon. Some departments of the hospital are well equipped, but the classroom facilities aren’t at par with the best colleges.
- The extracurricular culture is average and organizes an annual musical. Additionally, students get the opportunity to present their research at various conferences or go for an academic exchange through student organizations such as AMSA-India.
- CMC Ludhiana provides a tremendous opportunity for undergraduates to take part in huge research projects.
Overall, CMC Ludhiana is an excellent medical college with some of the best facilities and opportunities offered to its students.
Is CMC Ludhiana better or DMC Ludhiana better for surgery?
Honestly, I feel the better hospital for surgery depends on the doctor rather than just the institute. CMC Ludhiana is a charitable organization so lacks top-notch facilities like the availability of medicines within the premises. However, the dedication level of the doctors is high and the expenses are similar to other hospitals like DMC, etc. The best part about CMC Ludhiana is the doctors aren't after monetary gains but rather choose to serve the community. They dont practice medicine privately and only attend to the patients in Hospital OPD.
DMC on the other hand is run by Doctors on sales Target or Commissions. The hospital has excellent facilities and highly experienced doctors. However, sometimes the patients are recommended to undergo surgery even when it is not an emergency just to earn money. Moreover, almost every doctor here pursues private practice.
So, there is a drastic difference in the work environment of both institutes. I feel you should trust the doctor personally rather than the institute because both have good and bad cases. The treatment costs of almost all the private hospitals are similar to the government hospitals like PGI or AIIMS etc.
So choose wisely!
What are the fee structures for a non-management quota (unpaid) MBBS seat at CMC Ludhiana and CMC Vellore?
The total course fee for MBBS at CMC Ludhiana and CMC Vellore (for unpaid, non-management candidates) is given below:
| College Name | 1st Year MBBS Fees |
|---|---|
| CMC Vellore | INR 56,330 |
| CMC Ludhiana | INR 6.60 lakh (as last updated in 2023) |
The first-year MBBS fee at CMC Vellore is INR 56,330. The breakdown of amount is:
- Tuition Fee: INR 3,000
- One-time Admission Fee: INR 16,660
- Other Annual Fee: INR 22,235
The first-year MBBS fee at CMC Ludhiana is INR 6.60 lakh. This is the total course fee for non-management candidates at CMC Vellore and CMC Ludhiana. The amount does not include the hostel fee and other living expenses.
About CMC Vellore & CMC Ludhiana: CMC Vellore is a private medical college, established in 1942. It is 3rd in the NIRF 2023 Medical Ranking. CMC Ludhiana, on the other hand, is ranked 42nd.
How is life at CMC Ludhiana as a MBBS first year student?
The lives of M.B.B.S. students at CMC Ludhiana are lively and filled with fun activities. The initial year might feel a bit hectic because of the difficulty in adjusting and the endless syllabus.
- The college timings are usually 8 am-4 pm.
- The common subjects taught are Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Ethics.
- The entire batch is from diverse cultures and backgrounds enhancing the overall classroom experience.
- The hostel facilities are much better than government colleges and there is a student-run mess.
- The professors are well-educated and experts in their respective fields.
- However, you might now be able to experience a connection with nature here as the college is amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.
Overall, the life of an MBBS student at CMC Ludhiana is fast-paced with anatomy dissection hall socializations, practicals, anatomy, interesting physiology, and hanging out with friends!
Can I get into CMC Ludhiana with 513 marks in the All India open category in the 2nd counselling?
Yes, you might get into CMC Ludhiana with 513 marks in the All India Open Category in the 2nd counseling. CMC Ludhiana NEET Cutoff 2022 for this category was 16113 . Based on the NEET marks vs. rank, the rough estimate of marks required for this rank is 608-610 . Given that you have scored 513 marks, I feel there are still chances for you to make it to this college. However, this is just a prediction and does not guarantee your admission.
Which college is better, CMC Ludhiana or KMC Manipal?
Both CMC Ludhiana and KMC Manipal are prestigious institutes well-known for their excellence in the medical field. However, you might want to consider the following points of differences while choosing one of these colleges
- Academics: CMC Ludhiana fares better in terms of quality of academics as it has a highly dedicated staff and the facilities are also top notch. KMC Manipal too is quite decent academically.
- Infrastructure: KMC Manipal has better infrastructure than CMC Ludhiana as it has well-maintained buildings and a lush green campus while CMC Ludhiana is situated amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.
- Location: This is a personal factor especially if you prefer staying close to home or not.
- Fees: CMC Ludhiana's first-year fees are around INR 6.6 Lakhs while KMC Manipal MBBS Fees for the first year are INR 17.8 Lakhs which is almost double that of CMC Ludhiana.
- Patient load: CMC has a good patient flow with more indoor and outdoor patients.
Overall, I feel both the colleges are unique in their own way and you won't regret joining either of these colleges.
Would you tell me more about the CMC Ludhiana girls hostel?
The CMC Ludhiana Girls Hostel is located in the city of Ludhiana, in the state of Punjab, India. It is specifically designed to accommodate female students. From what I have heard from my friends, the hostel is decent with all basic amenities. It's much better than the hostels of government colleges. Recently, a new hostel has been built which has modern facilities so you dont have to worry about hostel facilities here at all. I even got 2 pics from my friends for reference
Hope this helps you!
Which college is better, GMC Patiala or CMC Ludhiana?
Both GMC Patiala and CMC Ludhiana are well-respected colleges in India. Both offer excellent education and resources for students.
Let's consider the following aspects:
- Fees : GMC Patiala is a government college so it charges much lesser fees around INR 1.74 Lakhs (First Year) in contrast to CMC Ludhiana which charges around INR 6.6 Lakhs for the first year.
- Academics : The academic environment is more or less the same. CMC Ludhiana has a smaller batch size so the student-to-teacher ratio is pretty good ensuring personal attention to each.
- Clinical exposure: CMC Ludhiana because is a multispeciality hospital and has a better patient load and diversity in cases. Sometimes even government colleges refer cases to this hospital.
- Hostels : CMC is a private college so its hostel facilities and overall infrastructure are definitely better than GMC Patiala. CMC Ludhiana students get a single room from their first year.
However, the only drawback is that CMC Ludhiana is located amidst the hustle and bustle such that one has to cross the main road to reach the hospital from the hostel.
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