Master of Public Health (MPH) at AIIMS Rishikesh

Introduction

Public Health education has long been expected to address complex health challenges. However, India's existing public health capacity falls short of meeting these demands. The School of Public Health (SPH) at AIIMS Rishikesh aims to bridge this gap by providing excellence in public health education, research, fellowship, training, and delivering the highest standards of care to the community.

The Need for Strengthened Public Health Education

India's public health challenges require innovative solutions, which can only be achieved by enhancing the training capacity of healthcare professionals. The SPH at AIIMS Rishikesh is dedicated to filling this void.

Program Overview

The MPH program at AIIMS Rishikesh offers multidisciplinary training, empowering professionals to tackle public health issues and assume leadership roles. This program develops top-quality public health professionals capable of delivering outstanding healthcare through evidence-based practices.

Eligibility Criteria

- Medical Essential Qualification: M.B.B.S./BDS/AYUSH degree
- Proficiency in Hindi up to the 10th standard (desirable)
- Seats: 10 (UR-05, OBC-02, SC-01, ST-01, EWS-01)

Admission Process

1. Written Entrance Examination (200 marks, 180 minutes)
2. Departmental Assessment (50 marks)
3. Final Selection: 50% marks in Stage I and II combined

Syllabus

Course Details

- Duration: 2 years
- Course Fee: ₹5,440 (one-time, non-refundable)
- Examination: Theory and practical exams at the end of each year

Important Dates

Application Fee

- General/OBC Category: ₹1500 + Transaction Charges
- SC/ST/EWS Category: ₹1200 + Transaction Charges
- PWD Candidates: Exempted

Selection Criteria

- Merit-based selection
- Inter-se merit determined by age, attempts in qualifying examination, and marks obtained

General Information

- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Candidates must forward their application through proper channel (if employed)
- No request for change of category will be entertained after submission

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the MPH course, a public health professional should be able to:

1. Identify and prioritize key public health issues.
2. Understand the principles involved in the management of health service organizations.
3. Understand the principles involved in the economic assessment of health.
4. Develop competency in research.
5. Encourage community participation in health-related activities.

Career Prospects

MPH graduates can pursue careers in:

- Government health departments
- Non-profit organizations
- Research institutions
- Healthcare management
- Academic institutions