Manipal Academy of Higher Education

The MD Psychiatry programme at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Kasturba Medical College, Manipal) trains clinicians to diagnose, treat, and manage mental health conditions across the lifespan. You will also gain exposure to liaison psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, rehabilitation psychiatry, and telepsychiatry services. Programme level: Postgraduate (MD Psychiatry) Duration: Typically 3 years (full-time) Credits: Not specified in the source record Delivery format: On-campus clinical training with supervised hospital rotations Clinical exposure: Liaison psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, child & adolescent psychiatry, rehabilitation psychiatry, telepsychiatry, and specialist liaison clinics Language of instruction: Not specified in the source record Tuition fees: Not specified in the source record Intake / start dates: Not specified in the source record Application deadlines: Not specified in the source record Recognition: MCI-recognised postgraduate psychiatry courses (MD and DPM) since 1985 (as stated in the record) The programme is delivered through a combination of supervised clinical postings, academic teaching, and structured learning activities. Typical learning components include:

• Core psychiatry training covering assessment, diagnosis, and management across major diagnostic categories
• Liaison psychiatry rotations with collaborative clinics (e.g., Psychology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Dermatology, and Geriatric Medicine)
• Specialised exposure in addiction psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and rehabilitation psychiatry
• Community and outreach learning through activities with community centres and NGOs
• Telepsychiatry exposure to support remote assessment and follow-up (where available)
• Academic activities such as case discussions, seminars, journal-based learning, and departmental teaching

Capstone / thesis: Not specified in the source record. Please confirm the exact dissertation/thesis requirements with the programme website or admissions office.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

• Candidate shall be eligible for admission to a Master's degree program on successfully completing the prescribed Under Graduate (UG) program of minimum three years’ duration from a recognized University and is eligible for the award of degree.

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For the most accurate and up-to-date admission criteria (including eligibility details specific to MD Psychiatry, required documents, and selection process), please refer to the official programme website or contact the admissions team.

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Post-study work options depend on your citizenship and the rules in effect at the time you graduate. For graduates of programmes in India, work eligibility is typically handled through the relevant Indian visa/work permit category.

• Common pathway: After completing your degree, you may be eligible to apply for an appropriate work visa/permit category if you secure employment with a qualifying employer.
• Eligibility factors: You generally need a valid passport, proof of graduation, and documentation supporting your job offer and employment terms.
• Duration: The permitted stay/work duration is usually tied to the visa category and the validity of your employment contract and approvals.
• Important notes: Requirements and processing timelines can change. Some roles may require additional registration or professional licensing depending on the nature of work.

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