MD Biochemistry at KMC

Manipal

Advance Medical Science Through Molecular and Metabolic Insight

The Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Biochemistry at Manipal Academy of Higher Education is a three-year postgraduate program regulated by the National Medical Commission. You study biochemistry as a laboratory- and clinic-linked medical discipline through structured coursework, diagnostic laboratory exposure, and supervised research.

The program supports preparation for academic, diagnostic, and research roles by strengthening biochemical interpretation, clinical collaboration, scientific reasoning, and ethical practice in medical diagnostics and research settings.

Program Highlights

NMC-Regulated Training: You follow a postgraduate curriculum approved by the National Medical Commission.

Integrated Teaching and Diagnostics: Our program combines academic instruction with clinical diagnostic laboratory services.

Clinical Relevance: You apply biochemical principles to explain disease mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.

Research Orientation: You participate in research activities that support scientific inquiry and academic publication.

Laboratory Leadership Readiness: Training prepares you for responsibility in accredited diagnostic laboratory settings.

Lab work

Work in clinical biochemistry laboratories involved in diagnostic testing, quality control, and result interpretation aligned with hospital services.

Specialised Skill

Support clinical teams by interpreting biochemical investigations relevant to patient care, nutrition, and metabolic disorders.

Research Projects

Complete supervised research leading to a dissertation, contributing to biochemical science and medical knowledge.

Lab work

Work in clinical biochemistry laboratories involved in diagnostic testing, quality control, and result interpretation aligned with hospital services.

Lab work

Work in clinical biochemistry laboratories involved in diagnostic testing, quality control, and result interpretation aligned with hospital services.

Program Details

Outcomes
Careers

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Apply biochemical concepts to explain disease processes and diagnostic pathways.

Interpret laboratory investigations that support clinical decision-making.

Analyse the role of biomolecules in normal physiology and disease states.

Apply principles of nutrition in health maintenance and disease management.

Conduct independent research and contribute to academic and diagnostic practice.

Department of Biochemistry

The Department of Biochemistry integrates medical education, advanced diagnostics, accredited laboratory services, specialised testing, research, and technology-enabled patient care delivery.

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Admissions Path

Qualify NEET PG 2026

Online Registration & Choice Filling on MCC / KEA portal

Online counseling & Seat allotment

Reporting to the Institute

Admission Formalities

Note

Online counseling & Seat allotment is by MCC / KEA / JCECEB

Additional Information

Reporting instructions will be uploaded on www.manipal.edu/neet

Note

Online counseling & Seat allotment is by MCC / KEA / JCECEB

Additional Information

Reporting instructions will be uploaded on www.manipal.edu/neet

Program Eligibility

You must have successfully completed an MBBS degree from an institution or university recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI).

You must also:

Complete your compulsory internship on or before the date specified by the NMC.
Hold a Permanent Registration Certificate for the MBBS qualification issued by the NMC, the erstwhile MCI, or a State Medical Council.

For candidates with foreign medical qualifications:

You must be a registered medical practitioner in the country where you obtained your medical degree.
You must obtain a temporary registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC).
If you are an Indian citizen or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) who have obtained your primary medical qualification outside India, you must qualify the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) (Screening Test) as per the Screening Test Regulations, 2002, conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year2
Year 3

Curriculum details will be updated shortly

Program Duration

3 years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 14,74,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 40,851

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Children of MAHE Alumni
Merit Scholarship for Post Graduate (PG) Medical / Dental and Super Specialty Programs
Konkani Speaking Students

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

The award of Fee Waiver for the subsequent years will be the same as given at the time of admission in the first year. Scholarship will be extended in the subsequent year only to those students who have cleared all subjects in the University Examinations of previous year before the due date for payment of annual program fee. Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for fee waiver for that academic year. Fee Waiver will be forfeited in the instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

In case the candidate leaves the course before the course completion (for any reason), he / she MUST reimburse the total program fee (as per Prospectus 2025) for the years of scholarship utilized, back to MAHE Manipal.

To Know More

100 CR⁺

Worth of Scholarships

25⁺

Program Highlights

NMC-Regulated Training: You follow a postgraduate curriculum approved by the National Medical Commission.

Integrated Teaching and Diagnostics: Our program combines academic instruction with clinical diagnostic laboratory services.

Clinical Relevance: You apply biochemical principles to explain disease mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.

Research Orientation: You participate in research activities that support scientific inquiry and academic publication.

Laboratory Leadership Readiness: Training prepares you for responsibility in accredited diagnostic laboratory settings.

Lab work

Work in clinical biochemistry laboratories involved in diagnostic testing, quality control, and result interpretation aligned with hospital services.

Specialised Skill

Support clinical teams by interpreting biochemical investigations relevant to patient care, nutrition, and metabolic disorders.

Research Projects

Complete supervised research leading to a dissertation, contributing to biochemical science and medical knowledge.

Lab work

Work in clinical biochemistry laboratories involved in diagnostic testing, quality control, and result interpretation aligned with hospital services.

Lab work

Work in clinical biochemistry laboratories involved in diagnostic testing, quality control, and result interpretation aligned with hospital services.

Department of Biochemistry

The Department of Biochemistry integrates medical education, advanced diagnostics, accredited laboratory services, specialised testing, research, and technology-enabled patient care delivery.

Know more

Admissions Path

Qualify NEET PG 2026

Online Registration & Choice Filling on MCC / KEA portal

Online counseling & Seat allotment

Reporting to the Institute

Admission Formalities

Note

Online counseling & Seat allotment is by MCC / KEA / JCECEB

Additional Information

Reporting instructions will be uploaded on www.manipal.edu/neet

Note

Online counseling & Seat allotment is by MCC / KEA / JCECEB

Additional Information

Reporting instructions will be uploaded on www.manipal.edu/neet

Program Eligibility

You must have successfully completed an MBBS degree from an institution or university recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI).

You must also:

Complete your compulsory internship on or before the date specified by the NMC.
Hold a Permanent Registration Certificate for the MBBS qualification issued by the NMC, the erstwhile MCI, or a State Medical Council.

For candidates with foreign medical qualifications:

You must be a registered medical practitioner in the country where you obtained your medical degree.
You must obtain a temporary registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC).
If you are an Indian citizen or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) who have obtained your primary medical qualification outside India, you must qualify the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) (Screening Test) as per the Screening Test Regulations, 2002, conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year2
Year 3

Curriculum details will be updated shortly

Program Duration

3 years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 14,74,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 40,851

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Children of MAHE Alumni
Merit Scholarship for Post Graduate (PG) Medical / Dental and Super Specialty Programs
Konkani Speaking Students

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Withdrawal Policy

To Know More

100 CR⁺

Worth of Scholarships

25⁺