MBBS as a career option has grown over the years among the youth in India. It is one of the most respected and noble professions and a lucrative career option. Medical professionals are not only well paid but also make huge differences in the lives of people. Despite having the best medical colleges in India today, the number of students applying to study MBBS abroad is huge than it was a few years back. Well, the limited number of government seats coupled with exorbitant tuition fees have pushed students to complete their dreams of studying MBBS abroad.

The reason why students are attracted to pursuing MBBS abroad is the affordable fees of medical colleges as compared to the fees of Indian medical colleges. In fact, there are no hidden fees at the time of admission and the admission process is also quite seamless. State of the art medical universities clubbed with modern infrastructure and facilities make studying MBBS abroad totally worthwhile for Indian students.

MBBS abroad eligibility

Each country has its own set of eligibility criteria for international students wanting to pursue MBBS abroad. However, the common rules and eligibility criteria are as follows:

The student should have attained the age of 17 when pursuing the admission, however, there is no set upper limit
The student must have completed his 10+2 from the recognized board in the Science stream and secured at least 50% or above
Students are also required to qualify NEET – National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test. This is a mandatory test
Candidates would also be required to produce an eligibility certificate issued by the MCI at the time of admission

Top 4 destinations to study MBBS abroad

Candidates looking to pursue MBBS abroad can consider any one of the below-mentioned destinations. We have listed down the top 4 destinations along with necessary details such as duration of the course, fees, recognition etc.

1. Russia

Among all the international destinations, Russia is one of the most affordable destinations for all Indian students looking to pursue MBBS abroad. Some of the top reasons why Indian students are preferring Russia to study MBBS are:

Quality medical education with modern infrastructure
Easy admission procedure
Recognized faculties

Duration: 6 years
Fees: INR 3 to 8 lakhs per year (approx)
Recognition: MCI and WHO approved
Top medical institutions:

Northern State University
Mordovia State University
Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow
Siberian State Medical University

2. Bangladesh

Though the education system is similar to that of India, the medical universities in Bangladesh offer quality education and an affordable fee structure. Some of the top reasons why Indian students are preferring Bangladesh to study MBBS are:

Low cost of living and fee
Culture similarity
Recognized faculties

Duration: 5 years
Fees: INR 6 to 8 lakhs per year (approx)
Recognition: MCI, ECFMG, USA, FAIMER’s IMED, ACGME, MCC and WHO
Top medical institutions:

Z.H. Sikder Women’s Medical College
Enam Medical College and Hospital
Shahabuddin Medical College
MH Samorita Medical College

3. China

China is known for its largest education system in the world and is now one of the leading destinations for many aspiring MBBS students from across the world. Some of the top reasons why Indian students are preferring China to study MBBS are:

Globally recognized and standard curriculum
Various job opportunities available
Affordable tuition fees

Duration: 5 – 6 years
Fees: INR 3 to 6 lakhs per year (approx)
Recognition: MCI, WHO, FAIMER, Govt. of China
Top medical institutions:

Anhui Medical University
Wenzhou Med. college
North Sichuan Medical University
Xiamen Medical University
China Medical University

4. Ukraine

Ukraine has emerged as one of the leading destinations in the past few years among Indian students to pursue MBBS. Some of the top reasons why Indian students are preferring Ukraine to study MBBS are:

Good quality education
Low tuition fees
Standard infrastructure and experienced faculty

Duration: 5.8 years
Fees: INR 3 to 6 lakhs per year (approx)
Recognition: UNESCO, WHO, MCI
Top medical institutions:

Kharkiv National Medical University
Dnepropetrovsk State Medical Academy
O.O. Bogomolets National Medical University
Lugansk State Medical University

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