The country’s current doctor-to-population ratio is 1:834, assuming the availability of 5.65 lakh AYUSH doctors and 80% of certified allopathic doctors. The government has also taken action to improve the country’s access to doctors. The number of UG seats for MBBS has grown by 75% from 51,348 before 2014 to 89875 seats as of now.
To become a medical officer, you need to clear the state or UPSC exam along with an MBBS and a few years of work experience. Over the years, there’s been a surge in the demand for MOs, mainly after COVID-19.
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