Immunologist
Physician who diagnoses and manages allergies, asthma and immunologic disorders.
Overview
Immunologist is a physician specially trained to diagnose, treat and manage allergies, asthma and immunologic disorders including primary immunodeficiency disorders. These conditions range from the very common to the very rare, spanning all ages and encompassing various organ systems.
Where they work
- Government and Private Hospitals
- Medical Colleges
Work environment
It is a desk job. Local travel is not a part of this job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs are available. Hospitals and clinics usually work for 6 to 7 days. Entrepreneurship: you can set up your own private practice.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You enjoy Science
- You like to help others
- You pay attention to details while working
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- 2Complete a Bachelor's degree (M.B.B.S.) followed by an M.D. in General Medicine.
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete M.B.B.S. followed by an M.D. in Immunohematology/Allergy & Clinical Immunology/Transfusion Medicine or any related subject and then pursue D.M. in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology or any similar discipline.
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete a Bachelor's in Immunology/Microbiology/Chemistry/Biology followed by a Master's and Ph.D. in the same or related field.
Alternative route 4
- 1Complete a Diploma in Immunology followed by a post graduate diploma in the same or related subject.
- 2For admissions, you can appear for entrance exams such as NEET (National Eligibility Entrance exam) for MBBS, NEET-PG (Post Graduate Medical Entrance after M.B.B.S.), INI CET (National Importance Combined Entrance Test) for admission into M.D. (Doctorate of Medicine) Program.
Forms, exams and applications
NEET for MBBS; NEET-PG and INI CET for postgraduate medical study. Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The course is offered by the Department of Immunology. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
- Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry
- The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- SVU College of Sciences, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
- Kolkata Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Jain University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- King Institute of Preventive Medicine and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- School of Applied Sciences, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
- Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal, Manipur
- Saveetha University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Intern
- 2Junior Doctor
- 3Allergy Specialist
- 4Senior Doctor (Allergy)
- 5Head of Department
- 6Dean of Hospital
Expected income
₹1,73,000 – ₹3,38,730 per month
The figures are indicative and subject to change.
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Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to helping people.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Dr Saibal Moitra — An allergist and immunologist based in Kolkata. He is also the Medical Director of Allergy Asthma Treatment Centre, Kolkata. He has done his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi; MD in Respiratory Medicine from Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, Delhi; and received advanced training in the field of respiratory allergy at University of London.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 1, printed page 361 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.salaryexpert.com/salary/job/allergist-immunologist/india
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The "Work Environment" paragraph is cut off mid-sentence on the printed card ("You are likely to work 9"); only the complete text is reproduced here.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.