Fergana Medical Institute, Uzbekistan
$3,600 annual tuition; its published structure also lists hostel and separate first-year service charges.
View published source Updated for the 2026 intake
MBBS Abroad Fees 2026: Complete Cost Comparison
Compare tuition, hostel, food and total six-year planning ranges for Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Georgia and Russia—without hiding first-year or living costs.
Planning ranges
Country-wise MBBS fees in 2026
INR illustration: $1 ≈ ₹96.5
| Country | Tuition/year | Hostel/year | Food & living/year | Estimated 6-year total | Approx. INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan First-year administration, translation and medical charges can be higher. | $3,200–$5,200 | $600–$1,200 | $1,800–$3,000 | $34,000–$50,000 | ₹33–₹48 lakh |
| Kyrgyzstan Confirm course duration, hostel category and authorized international recruitment. | $3,200–$4,800 | $500–$1,000 | $1,800–$3,000 | $31,000–$47,000 | ₹30–₹45 lakh |
| Kazakhstan Almaty and Astana can cost more than smaller cities. | $3,800–$6,200 | $600–$1,500 | $2,100–$3,600 | $36,000–$57,000 | ₹35–₹55 lakh |
| Georgia Private accommodation and Tbilisi living costs materially affect the total. | $5,000–$8,000 | $1,500–$3,000 | $3,000–$5,400 | $52,000–$85,000 | ₹50–₹82 lakh |
| Russia The range is wide: Moscow and premium universities cost far more than regional options. | $3,500–$13,500 | $500–$2,000 | $2,400–$5,400 | $39,000–$105,000 | ₹38 lakh–₹1.01 crore |
These are broad family-budget planning ranges, not fee quotations. Totals assume six years and include estimated tuition, accommodation, food/living and a basic allowance for recurring expenses. Program duration and inclusions must be verified university by university.
Beyond tuition
Costs families often miss
Application, registration and admission-letter charges
Document translation, notarization and legalization
Medical tests, insurance and local registration
Visa issuance, extension and residence-permit costs
Examination, laboratory, library and clinical charges
Flights, airport transfer and annual travel to India
Food or mess charges when excluded from hostel fees
Winter clothing, local transport, SIM and personal expenses
Currency movement and annual university fee revisions
How to compare two universities correctly
- 1Confirm total payable academic years
- 2Add every year's tuition
- 3Add hostel and realistic food
- 4Include visa, insurance and travel
- 5Add 10–15% currency contingency
- 6Compare curriculum and clinical value
Official 2026 fee examples
These examples demonstrate the range and fee structure; they are not country-wide averages.
East West University, Georgia
$5,500 annual tuition for the English-language Medicine MD program for foreign students.
View published sourceOmsk State Medical University, Russia
₽303,000 annual tuition for General Medicine in its 2026/27 foreign-student fee table.
View published sourceSechenov University, Russia
₽1,300,000 annual tuition for General Medicine in 2026/27, showing the premium end of the range.
View published sourceMBBS abroad fee FAQs
How much does MBBS abroad cost in 2026?
A realistic six-year family budget can range from about ₹30 lakh for selected lower-cost options to ₹80 lakh or more for higher-cost universities and cities. The exact amount depends on tuition, duration, hostel, food, travel, currency movement and additional university charges.
Which country has the lowest MBBS fees?
Selected universities in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan often fall in the lower planning bands, but the cheapest quotation is not automatically the best option. Families must also verify duration, teaching language, clinical exposure, hostel conditions and India-pathway eligibility.
Are hostel and food included in MBBS tuition fees?
Usually not. Tuition, hostel and food are commonly charged separately. Some quotations bundle selected first-year services, so ask for an itemized year-wise fee schedule.
Can fees increase after admission?
Yes. Universities may revise tuition or service charges, and INR costs change with exchange rates. Keep a written fee schedule and a contingency reserve.
What exchange rate is used on this page?
INR illustrations use approximately ₹96.5 per US dollar, close to the reference rate visible on 20 July 2026. Actual bank, card and remittance rates include spreads and fees and will change over time.