Countries such as Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Georgia have become increasingly popular among Indian students. These nations offer affordable MBBS programmes taught in English, with universities recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India. Most programmes in the region follow a six-year format, which includes five years of academic training and one year of clinical internship.
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is also seeing a steady rise in the number of Indian students enrolling in MBBS courses. Most universities offer English-medium instruction and accept admissions based on NEET scores.
Top institutions include:
Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan remains one of the most cost-effective and accessible choices for Indian students. The MBBS curriculum here aligns with NMC guidelines and includes a year of clinical internship.
Notable universities are:
Kyrgyz State Medical Academy
Osh State University
International School of Medicine
Jalal-Abad State University
Asian Medical Institute
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan has gained prominence as a preferred destination for Indian medical students. The country is known for providing quality education at lower tuition costs. Some of the leading medical universities here include:
Tajikistan
Tajikistan is another destination attracting Indian students for its English-medium programmes and low tuition fees.
Leading institutions in the country include:
Georgia
Although geographically bridging Europe and Asia, Georgia is often included in Central Asian MBBS destinations. It offers globally recognised degrees and a modern academic environment.
The top medical universities here are:
With rising demand and limited seats in India, Central Asia is becoming a viable and cost-effective alternative for medical aspirants seeking quality education abroad.
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