What salary can I expect as a general practitioner in Turkey after MBBS?
General practitioners in Turkey earn an average of around USD 27,900 a year, based on current salary survey data. The figure moves with the lira, so treat it as a working estimate. Specialists in fields like cardiology or neurology tend to earn noticeably more than general practitioners.
General practitioners in Turkey earn an average of around USD 27,900 a year (approx INR 26.89 L), based on current salary survey data. Because this figure moves with the lira, treat it as a working estimate.
Pay by career path
| Career path | What to expect |
|---|---|
| General practitioner | Around USD 27,900 a year (approx INR 26.89 L) |
| Specialists such as cardiology or neurology | Noticeably higher, varying by specialisation and hospital |
| Researchers and academics | Steady but more modest than clinical practice |
Where graduates go next
- Hospitals, research institutions, academia and public health roles in Turkey or abroad.
- Many graduates prepare for USMLE, PLAB or FMGE/NExT to practise outside Turkey.
- Most settle around Istanbul, Ankara or Izmir, where teaching hospitals and jobs are concentrated.
My Advice
Decide your end goal before choosing a university, since licensing exams abroad shape your plans more than local salary. Look at the specialist path if higher earnings matter to you.
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