# MBBS in Georgia for Indian Students (2027–28): Fees, Universities, FMGE Results and Licence Rules

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**Quick answer:** MBBS in Georgia is a 6-year, 360-ECTS Medical Doctor (MD) programme taught in English, with tuition of about $4,800–8,000 a year (≈ ₹4.5–7.5 lakh) — $8,000 at Tbilisi State Medical University and $5,000 at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University. Georgian graduates passed FMGE at 30.3% in 2025, above the 21.5% average. The catch: no MD graduate, Georgian or Indian, is licensed on graduation; a licence needs a Georgian-language post-diploma exam and residency, so check FMGL compliance carefully.

Key facts:
- Duration: 6 years (360 ECTS MD, clinical rotations in years 4–6)
- Tuition per year: $4,800–$8,000
- Living cost per month: $200–$690
- Total course (tuition + hostel): $45,000–$65,000 (≈ ₹42–61 lakh at ₹94/$)
- Medium: English (Georgian language taught as a subject for patient contact)
- Admission: No national entrance exam for foreigners; university English test or certificate, interview at some universities; NEET-UG required for Indian citizens
- Intake: September (autumn semester); deadlines typically August–September
- NMC FMGL 2021 fit: mixed — Six-year English MD with in-house clinical rotations is the norm. But no MD graduate is licensed on graduation: Georgians and foreigners alike need a Georgian-language post-diploma exam plus residency, and quality varies widely, so check each university against FMGL 2021.
- FMGE pass rate: ≈ 30.3% (FMGE 2025, June + December combined, 1,548 of 5,103 — NBEMS)

Key takeaways:
- Georgian authorities told the Indian Embassy that all undergraduate MD programmes in Georgia last 6 years, with clinical rotations from year 4 worth roughly 120 ECTS in the last four semesters.
- Official 2026–27 English MD tuition: Tbilisi State Medical University $8,000, New Vision University $7,000, European University $6,500, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University $5,000 a year.
- NBEMS: 1,548 of 5,103 Georgian-trained candidates passed FMGE in 2025 (30.3%), against 21.5% for all countries; university results ranged from about 16% to 42%.
- Georgia's Law on Medical Practice lets foreign citizens practise independently on the same terms as Georgians, but requires residency, a state certificate and knowledge of the Georgian language.
- Admission needs NEET-UG (for Indians), an English certificate or university English test, and recognition of your Class 12 by Georgia's NCEQE and Ministry of Education before you get a visa.

## Why do Indian students choose MBBS in Georgia?

**Georgia offers a six-year, English-taught Medical Doctor (MD) degree with published fees and FMGE results above the all-country average.** Tuition is higher than in Central Asia, and its universities train students in their own or affiliated clinics in Tbilisi, Batumi and Kutaisi.

The scale is large: NBEMS data show 5,103 Georgian-trained candidates sat FMGE in 2025, more than from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan or Armenia. The degree is called "MD" because Georgia follows the European one-cycle model (360 ECTS), but it is the equivalent of an Indian MBBS for FMGE purposes — what matters is whether your course meets the FMGL 2021 conditions, not the degree title.

## How much does MBBS in Georgia cost?

**English-medium MD tuition in Georgia runs from about $4,800 to $8,000 a year (≈ ₹4.5–7.5 lakh) for 2026–27.** Unlike many destinations, most Georgian universities publish their foreign-student fees in US dollars on their own websites.

### Official published fees (English MD)

| University | City | Type | Tuition per year | ≈ ₹ per year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Tbilisi State Medical University](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-georgia/tbilisi-state-medical-university/) | Tbilisi | Public | $8,000 | ₹7.5 lakh | Official fee page, 2026 |
| [Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-georgia/ivane-javakhishvili-tbilisi-state-university/) | Tbilisi | Public | $8,000 ($4,000 a semester) | ₹7.5 lakh | Careers360, April 2026 |
| [New Vision University](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-georgia/new-vision-university/) | Tbilisi | Private | $7,000 | ₹6.6 lakh | Official MD page, 2026 |
| [European University](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-georgia/european-university-georgia/) | Tbilisi | Private | $6,500 | ₹6.1 lakh | Official page, 2026 |
| [Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-georgia/batumi-shota-rustaveli-state-university/) | Batumi | Public | $5,000 | ₹4.7 lakh | Official fee page, 2026 |

### Other universities (fees as listed by Careers360, April 2026)

| University | Tuition per year (GEL) | ≈ US$ at Nov 2026 rate | Careers360's ₹ figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akaki Tsereteli State University (Kutaisi) | GEL 12,490 | ≈ $4,800 | ₹3.9 lakh |
| East European University / Georgian American University / Grigol Robakidze University | GEL 13,800 | ≈ $5,300 | ₹4.3 lakh |
| Ilia State University | GEL 14,680 | ≈ $5,700 | ₹4.6 lakh |
| Georgian National University SEU | GEL 15,125 | ≈ $5,800 | ₹4.7 lakh |

Lari amounts are converted at about GEL 2.59 per US dollar (ExchangeRate-API, 13 November 2026). Careers360's own rupee figures use an older exchange rate, and many universities actually set fees in dollars, so ask for the official fee letter.

### Total cost of the 6-year course

Six years of tuition costs **$28,800–48,000 (≈ ₹27–45 lakh)**. Accommodation is the next big item: Numbeo (November 2026) lists a one-bedroom flat outside central Tbilisi at about GEL 1,208 a month, so sharing with one other student costs roughly $230 a month or $2,800 a year. Tuition plus that accommodation budget gives a whole-course figure of about **$45,000–65,000 (≈ ₹42–61 lakh)**.

Day-to-day costs come on top. Numbeo's minimum food basket (Asian diet) for Tbilisi is about GEL 468 a month (≈ $180) and a monthly transport pass is GEL 40, while its average single-person spending excluding rent is about $685. Plan on **$200–690 a month** depending on lifestyle. European University notes that students with a Georgian bank student card pay GEL 1 per bus or metro ride. Use our [MBBS abroad cost calculator](https://4mbbs.com/tools/mbbs-abroad-cost-calculator/) to compare with India — see also [MBBS abroad vs private MBBS in India](https://4mbbs.com/guides/mbbs-abroad-vs-private-mbbs-india/).

## Is MBBS in Georgia valid in India? The licence question

**A Georgian MD can lead to Indian registration if the course meets FMGL 2021 and you pass FMGE — but Georgia's licensing system is the part you must understand before choosing.** NMC does not approve foreign universities; compliance is judged when you apply for the FMGE eligibility and registration.

FMGL 2021 has six core conditions: at least **54 months** of study and a **12-month internship/clerkship** in the same foreign institution; **English** as the medium throughout; the prescribed subjects; and **registration or eligibility for a licence in the country of study, on par with its citizens**. Our [FMGL rules guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/nmc-fmgl-rules-mbbs-abroad/) explains each.

### Duration and clinical training

In answers given to the Indian Embassy (Yerevan, 15 September 2022), Georgian authorities said all undergraduate MD programmes in Georgia are **six years**, as required by national regulations and the Medical Sector Benchmark for state accreditation. Students study pre-clinical subjects and simulation skills up to year 3; **mandatory clinical rotations start in year 4**, amounting to roughly **120 ECTS across the last four semesters**, in the university's own clinics or affiliated hospitals. Indian students have "the same right as Georgians" to these clinical courses and may examine patients under supervision with the patient's consent.

There is no separate internship year after graduation, so ask the university how it certifies the 12-month clerkship that FMGL refers to. NMC's FMGL FAQ (Q17) says the internship is a separate phase from the clinical postings within the 54-month course, so rotations alone may not be enough.

### Licence to practise in Georgia

This is the most important nuance. According to the same Embassy advisory, **MD graduates of any nationality are not registered with a regulator on graduation**, because they cannot practise independently yet. Graduates usually sit a **national post-diploma qualification exam**, run by the Medical and Pharmaceutical Regulation Agency under the Ministry of Health. **The exam is in Georgian**, and there is no rule that prohibits Indian graduates from taking it. After passing it and completing a residency, graduates may practise.

Georgia's **Law on Medical Practice** confirms the framework: Article 7 gives the right to independent practice to citizens "of Georgia or another country" who graduated from an accredited Georgian institution and hold a state certificate; Article 21 requires a diploma, completed residency and a passed state exam for that certificate; and **Article 10 makes knowledge of the Georgian language mandatory** for independent practice.

In other words, foreigners are legally on par with citizens, but the route runs through Georgian-language exams. That is why we rate Georgia "mixed" rather than "good": the structure fits FMGL, but how NMC applies the "licence on par with citizens" test to Georgian graduates can only be confirmed case by case. Keep copies of your syllabus, rotation logbooks and any certificate the university issues.

## Eligibility and admission process for 2027

**You need Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, at least 50% in PCB (40% for reserved categories), age 17 by 31 December 2027, a qualifying NEET-UG score from the last three years, and proof of English.** There is no national entrance exam for foreign applicants.

1. **NEET-UG 2027** (or a qualifying 2025/2026 result).
2. **Apply to the university** online. European University asks for a passport copy, school certificate, photo and an English certificate; without a certificate you take its remote English test (speaking, listening, reading). David Tvildiani Medical University asks for 60% in chemistry and biology, a B1 English certificate, NEET for Indians and an online interview.
3. **Recognition:** the university sends your documents to the **National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE)** and the Ministry of Education, which issues a decree giving you the right to study in Georgia.
4. **Contract and fee payment** directly to the university.
5. **Visa:** apply at a Georgian embassy or consulate once enrolled.
6. **Arrival:** classes start late September or early October.

Careers360 reports that applications usually open around December–January and close in August; Tbilisi State Medical University's site showed "Admission for 2026/2027 Fall intake is open" in November 2026. Apostille your documents at the Ministry of External Affairs before applying. See our [admission process guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/mbbs-abroad-admission-process/) and [student visa guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/student-visa-for-mbbs-abroad/).

## FMGE pass rate for Georgian graduates

**In 2025, 30.3% of Georgian-trained candidates passed FMGE (1,548 of 5,103), compared with 21.5% for all countries — but results differ sharply by university.**

| University | FMGE 2024 (both sessions) | FMGE 2025 (June + Dec) |
|---|---|---|
| Georgian National University SEU | 93 of 154 (60.4%) | 211 of 509 (41.5%) |
| David Tvildiani Medical University (AIETI) | 81 of 167 (48.5%) | 41 of 104 (39.4%) |
| Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University | 45 of 96 (46.9%) | 50 of 139 (36.0%) |
| New Vision University | 104 of 284 (36.6%) | 86 of 253 (34.0%) |
| Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy | 90 of 280 (32.1%) | 71 of 274 (25.9%) |
| European University | 151 of 420 (36.0%) | 76 of 315 (24.1%) |
| Tbilisi State Medical University | 215 of 703 (30.6%) | 148 of 638 (23.2%) |
| Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University | 165 of 396 (41.7%) | 57 of 294 (19.4%) |
| Grigol Robakidze University | 138 of 668 (20.7%) | 89 of 565 (15.8%) |
| **All Georgia** | **1,505 of 4,221 (35.7%)** | **1,548 of 5,103 (30.3%)** |
| All countries | 20,382 of 79,000 (25.8%) | 16,973 of 78,905 (21.5%) |

Source: NBEMS FMGE performance reports 2024 and 2025. Georgia's rate fell between 2024 and 2025 while the number of candidates rose by about a fifth — a pattern to watch. Small universities can swing widely from one session to the next, so look at several years. Our [FMGE exam guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/fmge-exam/) explains the exam itself.

## Language of instruction and clinical training

**Teaching is in English, but patients speak Georgian.** Georgian authorities say most MD programmes include Georgian language courses, and "it always helps if the students know the local language" during clinical work. Tbilisi State Medical University also runs a Russian-medium MD for $5,000 a year — do not choose it if you want Indian registration, because FMGL requires English throughout.

Ask each university how big clinical groups are, which hospitals they use, and whether you will take histories yourself or watch. European University, for example, lists up to 50 clinical bases and its own Jo Ann University Hospital; New Vision University describes a predominantly practical final phase.

## Public or private university in Georgia?

**Georgia's public universities are older and larger; its private ones are newer, often smaller, and usually own or partner closely with a hospital.** Neither type is automatically better — the FMGE table above shows strong and weak results in both groups.

- **Tbilisi State Medical University (public)** traces its history to the medical faculty founded in Tbilisi in 1918 and has roughly 7,500 undergraduate students, about a quarter of them international (Wikipedia). It is the biggest single source of Georgian FMGE candidates.
- **Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University (public)**, founded in 1918, is Georgia's oldest university, with about 23,500 students; its Faculty of Medicine has been independent since 2000. It is ranked 951–1000 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
- **Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University (public)** grew out of a 1935 teachers' institute, became Batumi State University in 1990 and teaches its English MD in the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Health Care.
- **David Tvildiani Medical University (private)** was founded in 1989 as AIETI Medical School — which it describes as Georgia's first non-governmental medical institution — and took its current name in 2011.
- **European University (private)** reports about 2,000 international students, runs Jo Ann University Hospital (founded 1996) and adds St Michael's Hospital to its network from 2026.
- **New Vision University (private)** teaches a 360-ECTS MD in four "loops", ending with a 60-ECTS practical phase, and says the curriculum is designed against WFME global standards.

For budgeting, public universities sit at both ends of the range ($5,000 at Batumi, $8,000 in Tbilisi), so compare course quality and hospital access rather than the label.

## Life in Tbilisi and Batumi: climate, food and safety

**Georgia is generally safe and comfortable for Indian students, but expect political protests in Tbilisi, a wet climate in Batumi and higher living costs than Central Asia.**

- **Tbilisi climate:** humid subtropical with hot summers (average highs around 32 °C in July–August) and winters near freezing (January average low about −0.6 °C).
- **Batumi climate:** on the Black Sea, mild in winter (January lows around 4 °C) but described as the wettest city in Georgia and the Caucasus, with roughly 2,400–2,500 mm of rain a year.
- **Food:** Georgian food is built around bread, cheese, meat and beans, so vegetarians should check what is available near their hostel and whether a shared kitchen is provided. European University, for example, runs its own cafeteria.
- **Safety:** the UK FCDO rates crime as low overall but warns about pickpocketing, drink spiking and discrimination against ethnic minorities. Protests around Parliament on Rustaveli Avenue reached their 700th consecutive day on 28 October 2026 and "tensions can escalate without warning". Do not join demonstrations — participants may face questioning on exit or be refused re-entry.
- **Restricted areas:** the FCDO advises against all travel to Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
- **Earthquakes:** small tremors are frequent; the last significant one was magnitude 6.2 in 2022.

Read our [life as an Indian medical student abroad guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/life-as-indian-medical-student-abroad/) for banking, SIM cards and settling in.

## How to verify a Georgian medical university

**Check four things: Georgian authorisation, programme accreditation, WDOMS listing and NBEMS results.**

1. **Authorisation and accreditation:** the English MD programme itself must be accredited in Georgia — ask for the NCEQE accreditation decision and its expiry date.
2. **WDOMS:** search the exact university name on the World Directory of Medical Schools (search.wdoms.org). A listing is a legitimacy check, not NMC approval — see our [WDOMS and recognition guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/wdoms-ecfmg-wfme-recognition/).
3. **FMGE track record:** look the university up in NBEMS's institution-wise FMGE report under its official name.
4. **Indian Embassy:** the Embassy of India in Yerevan is also accredited to Georgia and publishes advisories for students.

## Red flags to watch for

- **"NMC-approved" or "no NEET needed"** — NMC approves no foreign university ([why there is no "NMC-approved" list](https://4mbbs.com/guides/nmc-approved-foreign-medical-universities-list/)), and NEET is mandatory for Indians who want to practise in India ([MBBS abroad without NEET](https://4mbbs.com/guides/mbbs-abroad-without-neet/)).
- **Russian- or Georgian-medium programmes** sold as cheaper "MBBS" options.
- **Transfer promises** — FMGL requires the whole course in one university; the Indian Embassy in Yerevan has warned about agents bringing transfer students on false promises.
- **Fees paid to an agent's account** instead of the university, or fees well below the university's published price.
- **No NCEQE decree or Ministry recognition** before you travel — you should not need a tourist visa to "sort it out later".

Our [agent scams and red flags guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/mbbs-abroad-agent-scams-red-flags/) lists more warning signs.

## Georgia vs Armenia vs Azerbaijan

**Georgia sends far more candidates to FMGE than Armenia or Azerbaijan, and its 2025 pass rate was more than double Armenia's — but it is not the cheapest option.** [MBBS in Armenia](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-armenia/) has a well-known state university in Yerevan but much lower average FMGE results in 2024–25, and [MBBS in Azerbaijan](https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-azerbaijan/) is a smaller option. If you need a loan, read our [education loan guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/education-loan-for-mbbs-abroad/) before you commit.

## FAQ

**Is MBBS in Georgia valid in India?**
It can be. A Georgian MD is accepted for Indian registration only if your course meets the NMC FMGL Regulations 2021 — at least 54 months of study and a 12-month internship or clerkship in the same university, English medium and licence eligibility in Georgia on par with citizens — and you then pass FMGE and a 12-month internship in India. NMC does not publish a list of approved Georgian universities; see our [FMGL rules guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/nmc-fmgl-rules-mbbs-abroad/).

**Can Indian graduates get a medical licence in Georgia?**
Legally yes, on the same terms as Georgians, but not straight after the MD. Georgian authorities told the Indian Embassy that no MD graduate is registered on graduation; graduates sit a national post-diploma qualification exam, which is in Georgian, then complete residency before independent practice. Georgia's Law on Medical Practice also makes knowledge of the Georgian language mandatory for independent practice.

**How much does MBBS in Georgia cost in total?**
Six years of tuition costs about $28,800–48,000 (≈ ₹27–45 lakh) at 2026–27 fees. Adding a shared-flat budget of roughly $2,800 a year based on Numbeo rents in Tbilisi brings the total to about $45,000–65,000 (≈ ₹42–61 lakh). Food, transport and personal costs of roughly $200–690 a month are extra.

**Which is the best medical university in Georgia for Indian students?**
There is no official ranking for this, so look at evidence. In NBEMS FMGE data for 2025, Georgian National University SEU (41.5%), David Tvildiani Medical University (39.4%), Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University (36.0%) and New Vision University (34.0%) did better than Tbilisi State Medical University (23.2%) or Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University (19.4%). Weigh that with fees, hospitals and class size.

**Is NEET required for MBBS in Georgia?**
Yes, for Indian citizens and OCIs who want to practise in India. Some Georgian universities state this directly — David Tvildiani Medical University asks Indian applicants for a NEET certificate. A qualifying NEET-UG result is valid for three years. See our [NEET for MBBS abroad guide](https://4mbbs.com/guides/neet-for-mbbs-abroad/).

**Is Georgia safe for Indian students?**
The UK FCDO rates overall crime as low, with pickpocketing in crowded places and occasional drink spiking. The bigger issue is politics: protests around Parliament on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi passed their 700th consecutive day on 28 October 2026 and have sometimes turned violent. Avoid demonstrations, and never travel to Abkhazia or South Ossetia.

**When is the 2027 intake for MBBS in Georgia?**
Georgian MD programmes start in the autumn semester (September–October). Careers360 reports applications typically open around December–January and close in August; European University's 2025–26 deadline was 20 September. Allow time for NCEQE recognition of your Class 12 and the Ministry of Education decree before applying for your visa.

**Do Georgian MD programmes include an internship?**
Georgian programmes do not add a separate internship year after the 6-year MD. Instead, clinical rotations start in year 4 and take up roughly 120 ECTS of the last four semesters, in university or affiliated clinics. Ask your university for written confirmation of how those rotations are documented as the 12-month internship/clerkship FMGL 2021 requires.

## Sources

- Advisory to Indian Students Seeking Admission in Georgia (Embassy of India, Yerevan (accredited to Georgia)): https://www.eoiyerevan.gov.in/pdf/Medical%20students%20Advisory-30-01.pdf
- Law of Georgia on Medical Practice (consolidated) (Legislative Herald of Georgia (Matsne)): https://matsne.gov.ge/en/document/view/15334
- FMGE Performance Report 2025 (university- and country-wise) (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences): https://natboard.edu.in/viewUpload?xyz=WGFid2M2R252YlMzblhsemdCYWF5QT09
- Country/Institute Wise Performance in FMGE 2024 (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences): https://natboard.edu.in/viewUpload?xyz=VEJVVnlqNVhIWVNCWXJoL1k5TXBnUT09
- Study programmes and programme fees (international students) (Tbilisi State Medical University): https://tsmu.edu/ts/content/7/220/313/0/0/0
- Why EU — international students (European University): https://eu.edu.ge/en/enrollment/international-students/why-eu/
- Medical Doctor (MD) Program (New Vision University): https://newvision.ge/en/programs/medicine-programs/medical-doctor-md-program
- Tuition Fees (Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University): https://www.bsu.edu.ge/sub-34/page/1902/index.html?lang=en
- MBBS in Georgia: Fees, Top Medical Colleges & Admission Process (Careers360): https://studyabroad.careers360.com/articles/study-mbbs-in-georgia
- Enrollment rule — international students (European University): https://eu.edu.ge/en/enrollment/international-students/enrollment-rule/
- Georgia travel advice: Safety and security (UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office): https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/georgia/safety-and-security
- Cost of Living in Tbilisi (Numbeo): https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Tbilisi
- Tbilisi State Medical University (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tbilisi_State_Medical_University
- Tbilisi State University (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tbilisi_State_University
- Batumi — climate (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batumi

Quote with attribution to 4MBBS: https://4mbbs.com/mbbs-in-georgia/