Study Medicine in Abroad Universities | MCI recognized Medical Colleges

China is the top preferred country to study MBBS Abroad for Indians. MCI has approved 45 medical Colleges in China. Chinese medical universities provide the highest standard of education. The total fees are also comparatively less compared to India. China is the best choice for studying medicine abroad.

Total MBBS Course Duration in China: 4.9 Years + 1 Yr Internship either in China or in India.

Total Cost: Rs 14 to 30 Lac (for whole MBBS program)

Some Top MBBS colleges in China are:

• Xian Jiaotong University

• Xinjiang Medical University

• Anhui Medical University

• Nanjing Medical University

• Sichuan University

• Soochow University

• Xiamen University

MBBS Study in Western European Countries is too much expensive. Fees and Living expenses are both beyond the limit of average Indian parents. However, Russia, even being part of Europe, has a different scenario. The total cost of studying MBBS in Russia, including living costs, is much lower. There is a good demand for Indian doctors trained in Russia in several European countries, as well as in India. So, Russia is the 2nd top destination for Indian students. See the MCI Approved list of Medical Colleges in Russia here.

Total MBBS Course Duration in Russia: 5.8 Years + 1 Yr Internship in India.

Total Cost: Rs 14 to 30 Lac (for whole MBBS program)

Some of the proper Medical Universities in Russia are:

• Altai State Medical University

• Kabardino Balkarian State University

• Ulyanovsk State University

A few top Medical Universities of Kyrgyz Republic offers the whole MBBS program within Rs 16 to 24 Lac. Kyrgyz is the most cost-friendly place to study MBBS Abroad. The universities maintain good infrastructure and provide adequate quality education. MCI recognizes 7 Medical Universities in Kyrgyz. In some of the Universities like the Asian medical Institute, 3000+ Indian students are studying MBBS now. We will recommend students to study in universities or colleges which are either located in the capital Bishkek city or nearby.

Total MBBS Course Duration in Kyrgyz: 5 Years + 1 Yr Internship in India.

Total Cost: Rs 14 – 24 Lakhs (whole MBBS program)

Some of the reputed medical colleges and universities in Bishkek are:

• Asian Medical Institute

• Kyrgyz State Medical Academy

• International School of Medicine

Bangladesh is a popular destination for Indian students due to its proximity to India. A few years back, only Government Medical Colleges of Bangladesh used to give admission to Indian students at a nominal rate and based on superior academic performances. However, in the last five years, a massive number of private colleges sprang up and started to take Indian students. These private colleges have the lowest infrastructural facilities and hospital facilities are not adequate. See the complete list of MCI Approved Medical Colleges in Bangladesh where Indian students can take admission.

Total MBBS Course Duration in Bangladesh: 5 Years + 1 Yr Internship either in Bangladesh or in India.

Total Cost: Rs 22 to 40 Lac (whole MBBS program)

Some of the best medical colleges in Bangladesh:

• Dhaka National Medical College

• Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College

• President Abdul Hamid Medical College

• US Bangla Medical College

• Marks Medical College

• Enam Medical College

• North Bengal Medical College

• Ad-Din Women's Medical College

In recent time, Kazakhstan is gaining popularity among Indian students as a destination for MBBS Study Abroad. 

Total MBBS Course Duration in Kazakhstan is 5 Years + 1 Yr Internship in India.

Total Cost: Rs 14 – 24 Lac (whole MBBS program)

Some of the significant medical universities in Kazakhstan are:

• Al-Farabi Kazakh National University

• Kazakh National Medical University

• West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov State Medical University

The Philippines was one time the most favorite destination for Indian students aspiring to become a doctor. However, things have totally changed. In the Philippines, direct admission in Medical course is not made. Students will first get admission to the BS course (Bachelor of Science). BS course is of 2 years. After completion of BS, all students will appear and have to clear the NMAT exam. NMAT is the medical entrance exam for the Philippines. A student will get three chances to clear the NMAT exam. After clearing the NMAT exam, a student will get admission to medical in the same university or another university of his/her choice. 

See the complete list of MCI Approved Medical Colleges in the Philippines.

Total MBBS Course Duration in the Philippines: minimum 6 Years (if NMAT cleared in first chance) + 1 Yr Internship in India.

Some Top choices of MBBS in Philippines Universities.

• University of Perpetual Help

• AMA School of Medicine

• Our Lady of Fatima University

Ukraine was a popular destination for Indian students before 2015. However, after the strict introduction of the KROK test, Ukraine has lost its demand. 

Total MBBS Course Duration in Ukraine: 5.8 Years + years taken for KROK test clearance + 1 Yr Internship in India. See the List of MCI Approved Medical Colleges in Ukraine.

Total Cost: Rs 20 – 35 Lac (whole MBBS program)

Some of the significant medical universities in Ukraine are:

• Bogomolets National Medical University

• Vinnytsia National Medical University

• VN Karazin Kharkiv National University