If your rank has not come in NEET UG 2025 and is not getting a government medical seat in India, then there is no need to be disappointed. The dream of becoming a doctor can still be fulfilled. That too at low cost, by studying MBBS abroad. Limited government seats in India and huge fees of private colleges are sending thousands of students abroad every year. There are many countries where medical studies are not only cheap, but the degrees there are recognized internationally. These colleges also have recognition of the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India.
Which countries can cheap MBBS? Russia: Here the fees of MBBS start at around ₹ 1.75 lakhs annually. The duration of the course is 6 years and the total expenditure can range from ₹ 18 to ₹ 35 lakh.
China: The annual expenditure of MBBS in China’s universities starts from about ₹ 1.25 lakh to ₹ 6–7 lakhs. The duration of the course is usually 6 years.
Kyrgyzstan: The total expenditure ranges between ₹ 15 to ₹ 22 lakh and the course is 5 to 6 years.
Kazakhstan: Here too, the cost of studies is around ₹ 18–25 lakhs and the course is usually completed in 5 years.
Philippines: Medical studies here cost a total of ₹ 20 to ₹ 30 lakh and the course is 5.5 to 6 years long.
Why MBBS is beneficial fees abroad: The cost of MBBS in private medical colleges in India can range from ₹ 50 lakh to ₹ 1.5 crore, while this expenditure is half or less in abroad.
International recognition: Degries from countries like Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Philippines are recognized by NMC.
Government Support: Governments of many countries subsidize medical education, which gives students high quality education at low cost.
Infrastructure and Exposure: Modern labs, experienced faculty and international classrooms give better experience to students.