Doctor Salaries in UK by City, Region & Specializations

Doctors’ salary in UK is 74,800 GBP (70.21 lakhs INR) per year on average. An MBBS doctor’s salary in UK ranges from 60,000 to 276,000 GBP (56.48 lakhs to 2.59 crore INR) per year. An experienced doctor earns up to 120,000 GBP (1.12 crore INR) per year after MBBS in UK. With 20 or more years of experience, doctors in UK can earn up to 130,000 GBP per year. A doctor’s salary might vary based on the specialization, experience, and role among others. Explore: Top Medical Colleges in UK

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Doctor Qualification requirements in UK
Doctor Salaries in UK-by Location
Doctor Salaries in UK-by Country
Doctor Salaries in UK- by Specializations
FAQs

Doctor Qualification Requirements in UK

Healthcare professionals and international students can get a license to practice and offer their medical services in the UK, after clearing an entrance exam called PLAB. International healthcare professionals with MBBS residency training and an intent to continue their medical practice in the UK can apply for the PLAB exam. Also Check: Top Masters in Medicine Universities in UK

International professionals include all those who are not EU, British, or EEA citizens. Non-citizens have to clear the exam to earn a living in UK, even with a medical degree from the UK. You can benefit from medical education in the UK because the courses will prepare you for the entrance exam.

Doctor Salaries in UK by City

The average salary of Doctors in USA is distinct across various cities. A few of the highest paying cities for doctors in United Kingdom are as follows:

City in UK	Average Annual Salary in UK (GBP)	Salary Equivalent (INR)
London	200,000	1.88 crore
Leeds	197,000	1.85 crore
Sheffield	196,000	1.84 crore
Birmingham	196,000	1.84 crore
Bristol	194,000	1.82 crore
Leicester	190,000	1.79 crore
Kingston upon Hull	186,000	1.75 crore
Coventry	186,000	1.75 crore
Bradford	185,000	1.74 crore
Glasgow	183,000	1.72 crore
Derby	182,000	1.71 crore
Brighton	181,000	1.70 crore
Cardiff	178,000	1.67 crore
Edinburgh	177,000	1.66 crore
Belfast	173,000	1.63 crore
Liverpool	162,000	1.52 crore
Exeter	140,000	1.32 crore

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Doctor Salaries in UK by Region

The average salary for the doctors varies also based on the region in UK, where they are practicing. A list of the states and average salary offered to doctors is provided below:

State in UK	Average Annual Salary (GBP)	Salary Equivalent (INR)
England	300,000	2.83 crores
Scotland	227,000	2.14 crores
Wales	151,000	1.42 crore
Northern Ireland	149,000	1.40 crore

Doctor Salaries in UK by Specializations

Doctor Salary in UK also varies with the specializations which includes consultants, doctors in training, General practitioners (GP), and specialty doctors. The difference in salary of a doctor is based on their specialty in UK and is provided here:

Role	Annual Salary (GBP)	Equivalent Salary (INR)
Allergist	130,000	1.22 crore
Chiropractor	86,000	81 lakhs
Clinical Psychologist	217,000	2.04 crores
Dermatologist	218,000	2.05 crores
Dietician	130,000	1.22 crore
Forensic Pathologist	195,000	1.84 crore
General Medical Practitioner	136,000	1.28 crore
Genetic Counselor	117,000	1.10 crore
Pediatrician	162,000	1.53 crore
Physical Therapist	116,000	1.09 crore
Obstetrician/ Gynecologist	184,000	1.73 crore
Ophthalmologist	153,000	1.44 crore
Optometrist	141,000	1.33 crore
Neurologist	210,000	1.98 crore
Nuclear Medicine Physician	173,000	1.63 crore
Urologist	221,000	2.08 crores
Psychiatrist	173,000	1.63 crore

Several international students prefer to study in UK because of its advanced healthcare system. International healthcare professionals have an option to practice in UK by abiding the norms of UK healthcare system. Keeping aside the lengthy process of education, UK is one of the finest places in the world to study and work. With lucrative salaries and lifestyle benefits, a career as a doctor in UK is captivating for international students.

FAQs

Ques. Which colleges are best for medical courses in UK?

Ans. Below mentioned are the top 10 medical colleges for Indian students in UK with their 2022 Times Higher Education world rankings and fees:

Name of University	Times Higher Education World Ranking 2022	MBBS Annual Fees (in INR)
University of Oxford	#1	33.3 lakhs
University of Cambridge	#4	55.2 lakhs
Imperial College London	#4	42.3 lakhs
University College London	#8	34.4 lakhs
King’s College London	#12	37.4- 40.4 lakhs
University of Edinburgh	#28	29.1- 45.2 lakhs
University of Glasgow	#49	47.1 lakhs
The University of Manchester	#58	26.3- 43.5 lakhs
University of Bristol	#60	33.3 lakhs
Queen Mary University of London	#62	38.5 lakhs
University of Liverpool	#65	22 lakhs
University of Birmingham	#68	24.1- 36.2 lakhs
University of Warwick	#91	23.6- 41.1 lakhs
University of Nottingham	#93	24.04 lakhs
University of Sheffield	#93	34.5 lakhs

Ques. How to start working after MBBS in UK?

Ans. After completing your doctoral education in UK, you can go for any of the following opportunities:

As a doctor in UK, you will have to undergo 2 years of foundation year training (FY1 and FY2) after graduating from medical school.
As a Doctor in UK, you can also complete core training of 2-3 years after the foundation training.
Additional training can be done after which there is a registrar or specialty training based on the chosen specialty.
You can become a consultant after all these trainings and start practicing.

Ques. Is the doctor salary higher in UK than in US?

Ans. The average salary of Doctors in USA is slightly higher than doctors in UK. Starting salary for doctors in New York as a PGY-1 is equivalent to 68,000 USD per year. On the other hand, F1 doctors in UK earn around 31,000 USD per year.

Ques. Do doctors have to pay taxes on their salaries in UK?

Ans. Doctors who are NHS employees, have to pay Income Tax and National Insurance on their wages through the PAYE system. Overseas doctors will have national insurance and tax automatically deducted from their monthly salary.