International MBBS

Benefits of International MBBS



Higher education is an imperative of the 21st century. What you learnt 10 years ago may go obsolete today. People in professional fields especially know this to be true. Just as with any other profession, being a doctor demands that you stay updated with the latest technological advancements and skills. It is not enough for you to just pursue an MBBS and have a stellar career. In order to continue an upward trajectory of your career, you need to upgrade your knowledge and skills. After MBBS, you will most likely pursue your post-grad in some specialization and thereafter you’ll need to do super specialization. Due to the shortage of seats in India, chances are you’ll end up doing one or more degrees overseas. There are numerous benefits of pursuing an international MBBS but below is a list to help you think in the right direction:

•       It’s affordable

•       The prime driving force in making MBBS from overseas popular is its affordability. Pursuing MBBS in a foreign country can help you save up to 65% of your cost of education. The tuition fee in the Caribbean, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) and Asian countries is much less when compared to the private medical colleges of India.

•       Saves time

•       Students start preparing for competitive exams such as NEET, as early as when they’re in 9th grade. Even after years of preparation most of you are not able to score high enough to secure a seat in a government college. A whopping 13 lakh students appeared for NEET in 2018 for a mere 90,000 seats. You can well imagine your probability of getting an admission. Not to mention, these figures do not factor in reservation and state quotas. In a constant endeavour, you take NEET 2-3 times before evaluating other options. Why wait for 2-3 years and then go abroad? Instead, save your valuable time and start your MBBS right after graduating from school.

•       Basic entrance test

•       Continuing from the point above, the admissions process in universities abroad is very simple. You only need to take a simple test of Biology, Chemistry and English when you arrive at your university. If you have qualified NEET then this test will be a cake walk for you. The application process is straightforward, most universities operate on a first come first served basis. Imagine a scenario where you do not need to go to coaching classes from 9th standard and can avoid the pressure of Indian education system. You just need to qualify NEET in order to be eligible to take the FMGE (screening test) exam.

•       Degree recognized in India

•       To clarify your concerns, your degree will be recognized in India by Medical Council of India (MCI). Always make sure you enroll in a pre-approved medical university in your target country. The list of pre-approved universities by MCI can be found here.

•       High quality of education

•       Having already studied in your home country for 12 years, you have an opportunity to see things from a new perspective. I don’t like to say that one is better than the other but learning in an international university with diverse classmates will definitely broaden your scope. Moreover, the student: teacher ratio is less than 15:1 which will enhance your learning experience. The best part is that your education will be conducted in English medium so you don’t have to worry about learning the local language. Although, it is highly recommended.  

•       Career progression

•       The primary benefit of higher education is career progression. Pursuing international MBBS may open doors for you in developed nations such as the USA. You may want to switch your industry by pursuing an MBA after your MBBS. Your degree is recognized not just by India but also by UNESCO, WHO, PLAB (UK), USMLE (USA), MCC (Canada), etc.

  •      Networking 


•       We all know the power of a strong network. You will meet students from around the globe in your classroom. You may not make hundreds of friends during your MBBS. But you’ll make quite a few who will go on to do amazing things in life. Networking is not about knowing a lot of people rather it is about knowing people who know people. In the future, no matter which country you want to work in, you will have your own global network.

•       Migration

•       It is ok to have migration intent along with pursuing an MBBS. This is especially popular among Indian and Chinese students, who target developed countries such as Canada and Australia for their higher education. Many countries have special visa provisions for candidates who have pursued a masters course in their country. If migration is on your mind, you should also be aware of all the visa norms and have a strategy chalked out even before applying to any college. An MBBS from CIS or Asian country will give you a platform to get a job or pursue higher education in above mentioned developed countries.

•       International exposure

•       Living & studying abroad makes you a global citizen. When you travel to a new country for an MBBS, you are exposed to diversity both on and off campus. Diversity of cultures, values, lifestyles, thought process and the like. Getting out of your comfort zone is not easy. You will learn about your motivations and how to cope with your shortcomings. You will learn so many things that this benefit alone should be enough. We all know the story of a frog in a well. Your world will suddenly expand and you’ll appreciate how little you know about the world. Studying and living in a new country is as daunting as it seems but is just as rewarding. You will enhance your personality, skills and self-dependence.


These are obviously more generalized benefits of pursuing an international MBBS. Frankly, there are so many benefits which may be unique just to you and still be valid. Motivated yet?

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