Georgia is a popular choice for Indian students who want to study medicine abroad. Medical universities offer a six-year MD program โ the Georgian equivalent of an MBBS โ taught in English, with tuition that is typically lower than many private medical colleges in India.
To practise in India after graduation, you must meet the National Medical Commission (NMC) rules and pass India's licensing exam. We help you check that your chosen university and program meet these requirements before you apply.
Tuition figures are approximate and vary by university. Living costs, hostel and visa fees are extra.
These are the main NMC-related requirements for Indian students โ we confirm the full list for your chosen university.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic Record | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English |
| NEET-UG | A qualifying NEET-UG score is required by the NMC for Indian students who want to practise in India |
| Program Rules (NMC FMGL 2021) | Course of at least 54 months, plus a 12-month internship at the same institution, taught in English |
| Registration | The degree must make you eligible to register as a doctor in Georgia, on par with Georgian graduates |
| Accreditation | Choose a program accredited by Georgia's National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE) |
Confirm your Class 12 marks and NEET-UG score meet NMC requirements.
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Submit your application and receive your admission letter.
Apply for your Georgian student visa, then travel and enrol.
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It can be, if your program and enrolment meet the NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate Regulations, 2021. After graduating, you must also pass India's licensing exam (FMGE, to be replaced by NExT) and complete the internship the NMC requires. In 2026, the NMC and Georgian authorities exchanged clarifications about registration rights for graduates, so always check the latest NMC notices before you enrol.
Yes, for Indian students who want to practise in India. The NMC requires a qualifying NEET-UG score for students who study medicine abroad.
Tuition is typically around $4,000โ$8,000 per year, depending on the university. Hostel, food, insurance and visa costs are extra. We give you a full cost estimate for your shortlisted universities.
MD programs for international students are taught in English, which is one of the NMC requirements. Students also learn some Georgian to communicate with patients during clinical training.
Get an NMC eligibility check and a shortlist of suitable universities.