FAQ

Students wanting to pursue MBBS abroad would be required to have attained the age of 17 in the year of application. He must have completed his 10+2 from a recognized board. The candidate must have an aggregate percentage of at least 50% or above in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and must have studied English as a compulsory subject during his 10+2 years. The student would also be required to qualify the NEET to apply abroad.

Popular countries for Indian students to pursue MBBS are Uzbekistan, Jamica, and Philippines.

Candidates who have pursued their MBBS abroad and would like to return to India to practice would have to appear for the Medical Council of India (MCI) approved Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) exam.

Uzbekistan, Jamica, and Philippines are the cheapest countries to study MBBS abroad.

Studying MBBS abroad is a personal decision that should be made by the student. Studying abroad does have its benefits, which include state-of-the-art universities, world-class faculty, international exposure, and a globally recognized degree among others.

The cost of studying MBBS in countries such as Uzbekistan, Jamica, and Philippines are extremely competitive but not free. Deserving candidates can apply to the various scholarships available with the university to lessen the financial burden of studying abroad.

The top universities to study MBBS abroad include Harvard University – United States of America, University of Oxford – United Kingdom, University of Cambridge - United Kingdom, and Stanford University – United States of America among many others. Candidates can read the article for a comprehensive list of top universities for studying MBBS abroad.

Studying MBBS in India and studying MBBS abroad both have their pros and cons. Students would be required to weigh their options and choose the one that suits them best.

The limited number of government medical seats clubbed with the high cost of studying at private medical institutions has led to a large number of Indian students wanting to study MBBS abroad.

One of the major advantages of studying abroad is the low cost of studying. However, scholarships and financial aid provided by different organizations lessen this burden too.

Students wanting to apply for MBBS abroad would be required to have an aggregate percentage of at least 50% or above in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and must have studied English as a compulsory subject during his 10+2 years. The student would also be required to qualify the NEET to apply abroad.

NEET is known as National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. NEET is an entry level test in order to take admission in medical courses in India. On the basis of NEET scores, students get admission in medical colleges of India. NEET was introduced in the year 2013, before it was known as AIPMT.
As per the exam conducting body NTA (National Testing Agency ) there are three parameters which students must fulfil, which are Educational qualification, Age limit & Reservation criteria.
So the candidate must pass the 12th exam with minimum 50% marks with the subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology along with English. Whereas candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC category must achieve minimum 40% marks to be eligible for NEET 2021. And the candidate must be minimum 17 years old at the time of taking admission after clearing NEET. Also the upper age limit for General category is 25 year and for ST/ST/OBC & PWD is exempted till 30 year old.

No, one has to appear for NEET exam and qualify it and after that only the medical colleges will allow you to take admission in India. And on the basis of your NEET score you can choose Public or Private University as per your convenience.

No, for taking admission in MBBS program the candidate should have qualified 12th exam with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Without these subjects you cannot appear for NEET.

MBBS is an undergraduate program for 12th pass out medical students, whereas MD is Post-graduate program which can be taken only after completing the undergraduate or MBBS degree. But in some countries MBBS equivalent degree is called MD (Doctor of Medicine).

NEET is an Entrance level test to analyse the candidate’s ability, whether they are capable or not to study MBBS. Also it prohibits the private institutions to conduct their own entrance test & candidates do not have to again & again give various entrance tests in order to take admission in the college. Both Public & Private Universities give admission on the basis of the NEET score. The cut off will be varying from college to college. Minimum NEET qualified is required to take admission in MBBS in overseas countries.

Yes, sure there is a limit on minimum marks required in 12th class result, for General category candidate 50% marks are minimum required and for candidates who belong to SC/ST/OBC must have achieved 40% .

For 2021, NEET scores are valid for one year i.e. for the session 2021-22 only. But for Overseas Countries it is valid for three Years.

For the 2021 NEET exam 10% seats are reserved for General Economically weaker sections, 15 % for SC, 7.5% for ST, & 27% for OBC. Students who fall under the category of PwD are offered 5% seats reservation.

Yes, the candidate belonging to General category must score minimum 50% marks in science stream, candidate belonging to SC/ST/OBC category require minimum 40% marks in order to appear for NEET exam.

NEET UG is a National level entrance test in order to take admissions in undergraduate medical courses. If a candidate qualifies NEET UG then on the basis of their score and cut off set by college, the candidate can take admission in courses like MBBS, BDS, BHMS, etc.

Yes, a person who is in 12th standard can apply for NEET exam.

As the government college fee will be less in comparison to that of private colleges. The fee for Government College can start from 20,000 INR – 50,000 INR per annum, & private college fee can go 2,00,000 INR to 22,00,000 INR per annum.

Earlier a candidate could only attempt NEET 3 times throughout their life, but as of 2020 this rule is changed and candidates can attempt as many times they can considering the upper age limit.

No, FMGE stands for foreign medical graduate’s examination. It means that Indian citizens who studied MBBS from Abroad have to pass this Test in order to register with MCI/NMC and to practise as a doctor in India. This is a licensing test not an entrance test.

MBBS degree is an undergraduate degree and after obtaining the degree that person can practise as a doctor or physician or they can choose to appear in NEET PG and clear and further study post-graduation or MD and become a specialist or surgeon.

For taking admission in Indian medical colleges a candidate has to first go through the NEET exam and get a good score so that they can get admission in a top medical college. After that on the
Basis of cut off marks set by the college the students can choose a suitable medical college as per their convenience.

There are several medical courses offered in India after 12th are MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, DHMS, BUMS, B.V.Sc & AH, B.Pharma, D.Pharma, BOT, BMLT, BPT, B.SC, BNYS. Post Graduate courses like MD, M.Pharma, MS, PG Diploma, and MDS.

Total duration of the MBBS course is 5.5 years in which 4.5 year the students study theory and practical. Academically the course ends in 4.5 year after that students have to do a mandatory Internship.

NEET is considered as one of the toughest entrance exams in India considering the number of limited seats available in the country.

In comparison to India the fee in Abroad is much more affordable, In some private medical colleges of India the annual fee is more than 22,00,000 INR and wherein Abroad the total course can be completed in approx 20,00,000 INR. And the quality of education is good. Read this also..

After MBBS from abroad, the candidate has to take FMGE test which is a licensing test, and after clearing this test they can register with respective state medical board and practice as a doctor or they can also appear for NEET PG and study further.

It is better to study MBBS in good Indian Medical Colleges, especially government medical colleges. But there is lots of option abroad for those who could not get Admission as per their choice in India.

If we talk about the lower age limit, the min age to get admission in MBBS in abroad is 17 year, In many countries like China and Russia there is no upper limit for doing MBBS and in most countries the upper limit is generally 40 year old, considering the fact that it can vary from country to country.

Yes in almost all countries the first requirement is that the student must have a PCB subject and their NEET is clear, after that only then can enrol in MBBS. So NEET is a very important aspect for taking admission in MBBS abroad.

All Indian citizens who study MBBS from foreign countries except UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada have to sit for this exam. After clearing FMGE Exam they can register with MCI/State Medical Council and practice in India.

Like in India NEET is the entrance test students have to qualify in order to take admission in Medical courses likewise other countries also conduct entrance tests for taking admission in medical courses.
NMAT (National Medical Admission Test) is the entrance test in the Philippines for taking admission in medical courses in the Philippines.
UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is an entrance test which students have to give and clear if they want to study medicine in Australian Medical Universities and in New Zealand Medical Universities.
MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is the entrance test for taking admission in medical courses in the USA & several Canadian Medical Universities.
IMAT (International Medical Admissions Test) is an entrance test to take admission in Italian Medical Universities.
One need to qualify UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) or Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT)to study MBBS in UK

Yes, after clearing the screening test & getting yourself registered with the State or Central Council you are eligible for any government appointment.

Yes, you can practice in India. In order to be a medical practitioner, you will have to register yourself with the State or Indian Medical Council. Also, you will have to appear for a screening test. On clearing the screening test, you will be eligible for registration as a doctor and will be allowed to practice at par with all other doctors.

Yes, your parents, friends, relatives can visit you. Tourist Invitations can be issued on demand.

The medium of Instruction is in ENGLISH. However local Language training classes are offered for the initial 2 years if required. This is to make the student’s stay comfortable by enabling him to communicate with the locals and with patients during the clinical practice

As per RBI regulations, an Indian student wishing to pursue education abroad can obtain Bank Loan up to 15 Lacks INR. Since the cost of the entire program is well within this amount, the entire program can be funded from Bank Loan.

There is a huge ratio of Indian Students studying in foreign medical universities. Apart from Indian students there are lots of students from other countries also.

Medical Universities abroad offer holidays twice in a year. Winter holidays are during January for 15 days and summer holidays are in July and August for two months. Students usually come back to India during summer. You can also choose to stay back in the summer for local sightseeing or to travel to desired places. The decision is all stands up to your wish.

Meridian Overseas provides complete travel assistance by arranging for all travel formalities. From the Indian airport, students leave in groups for their respective countries to study MBBS in abroad. At the other end, students are received by our representatives who assist them to travel to the University and settle down in the Hostels.