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
| 01 | Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) [Online] / OMR |
| 02 | Date of Examination |
19.11.2024 |
| 03 |
Reporting Time at examination Centre |
09.00 AM |
| 04 |
Location of Examination Centre |
AIIMS Rishikesh |
| 05 |
Language of Paper |
English |
| 06 |
Type of Written Entrance Examination & duration |
Objective Type, 180 minutes |
| 07 |
No. of Questions Important Topics with tentative marks distribution* |
200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
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| 08 |
Marking Scheme |
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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
| Last Date for submission of Application | Up to 25.10.2024 | Friday |
| E-mail regarding examination | Up to 04.11.2024 | Monday |
| Written Entrance (MCQ) Examination | Up to 19.11.2024 | Tuesday |
| Departmental Assessment | Up to 05.12.2024 | Thursday |
| Result | Up to 14.12.2024 | Saturday |
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
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