An Allergist or Immunologist is a physician specially trained to diagnose, treat and manage allergies, asthma and immonologic disorders including primary immunodeficiency disorders. These conditions range from the very common to the very rare, spanning all ages and encompassing various organ systems.
Personal Competencies
• You enjoy Science
• You like to help others
• You pay attention to details while working
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (MBBS) followed by an MD in General Medicine OR
Complete MBBS followed by an MD in Immunohematology/Allergy & Clinical Immunology/ Transfusion Medicine or any related subject and then pursue DM in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology or any similar discipline OR
Complete a Bachelor's in Immunology/Microbiology/Chemistry/Biology followed by a Master's and PhD in the same or related field OR
Complete a Diploma in Immunology followed by a post graduate diploma in the same or related subject
For admissions, you can appear for entrance exams such as NEET (National Eligibility Entrance exam) for MBBS, NEET- PG (Post Graduate Medical Entrance after MBBS), INI CET (National Importance Combined Entrance Test) for admission into MD (Doctorate of Medicine) Program
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The course is offered by the Department of Immunology.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
2. Saniay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
3. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh
4. Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry
5. The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai
6. National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis, Chennai
7. SVU College of Sciences, Tirupati
8. Kolkata Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affiliated and with UGC before applying)
1. Amity University, Noida
2. Jain University, Bengaluru
3. Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun
4. King Institute of Preventive Medicine and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
5. School of Applied Sciences, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur
6. Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar
7. Bir Tikendraiit University, Imphal
8. Save-etha University, Chennai
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 2,000-2,00,000* for the full course
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government Schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Government and Private Hospitals, Medical Colleges etc.
Entrepreneurship: You can set up your own private practice,
Work Environment: It is a desk jobs Local travel is not a part of this job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs are available, Hospitals and clinics usually work for 6 to 7 days. You are likely to work 9
Expected Growth Path
Intern → Junior Doctor → Allergy Specialist → Senior Doctor (Allergy) → Head of Department → Dean of Hospital
Expected Income
The approx. salary of an Immunologist ranges between INR 173,000-3,38,730* per month
Dr Saibal Moitra is an allergist and immunologist based in Kolkata. He is also the Medical Director of Allergy Asthma Treatment Centre, Kolkata. He has done his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi; MD in Respiratory Medicine from Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, Delhi; and received advanced training in the field of respiratory allergy at University of London.
IMMUNOLOGIST
NCS Code: 2212.0300 | HW029• You enjoy Science
• You like to help others
• You pay attention to details while working
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (MBBS) followed by an MD in General Medicine
OR
Complete MBBS followed by an MD in Immunohematology/Allergy & Clinical Immunology/ Transfusion Medicine or any related subject and then pursue DM in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology or any similar discipline
OR
Complete a Bachelor's in Immunology/Microbiology/Chemistry/Biology followed by a Master's and PhD in the same or related field
OR
Complete a Diploma in Immunology followed by a post graduate diploma in the same or related subject
For admissions, you can appear for entrance exams such as NEET (National Eligibility Entrance exam) for MBBS, NEET- PG (Post Graduate Medical Entrance after MBBS), INI CET (National Importance Combined Entrance Test) for admission into MD (Doctorate of Medicine) Program
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The course is offered by the Department of Immunology.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
2. Saniay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
3. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh
4. Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry
5. The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai
6. National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis, Chennai
7. SVU College of Sciences, Tirupati
8. Kolkata Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affiliated and with UGC before applying)
1. Amity University, Noida
2. Jain University, Bengaluru
3. Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun
4. King Institute of Preventive Medicine and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
5. School of Applied Sciences, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur
6. Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar
7. Bir Tikendraiit University, Imphal
8. Save-etha University, Chennai
Information on the institute rankings can be found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2023/Ranking.html
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 2,000-2,00,000* for the full course
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government Schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: Government and Private Hospitals, Medical Colleges etc.
Entrepreneurship: You can set up your own private practice,
Work Environment: It is a desk jobs Local travel is not a part of this job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs are available, Hospitals and clinics usually work for 6 to 7 days. You are likely to work 9
Intern → Junior Doctor → Allergy Specialist → Senior Doctor (Allergy) → Head of Department → Dean of Hospital
The approx. salary of an Immunologist ranges between INR 173,000-3,38,730* per month
Source: https://www.salaryexpert.com/salary/job/allergist-immunologist/india
Experts from the field
Dr Saibal Moitra is an allergist and immunologist based in Kolkata. He is also the Medical Director of Allergy Asthma Treatment Centre, Kolkata. He has done his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi; MD in Respiratory Medicine from Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, Delhi; and received advanced training in the field of respiratory allergy at University of London.
Source: https://saibalmoitra.com/
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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