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Top MBBS Colleges in India & Abroad: Your Complete Guide by Future Foundation

Choosing the right MBBS college is one of the most important decisions in a medical student’s journey. With so many options in India and abroad, it’s essential to know which colleges offer the best education, clinical exposure, affordability, and global recognition.

By Future Foundation Education July 11, 2025


At Future Foundation, we have been guiding students since 2014, helping them choose the perfect college — whether in India or overseas — for their MBBS dream. In this blog, we bring you the top MBBS colleges in India and abroad, along with guidance on how to secure admission without stress.


Top MBBS Colleges in India

India is home to some of the world’s most reputed and competitive medical colleges. Here are the top MBBS institutions known for their quality of education, infrastructure, and placements:

1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi

  • Rank: #1 in India
  • Entrance: NEET + INI-CET (PG)
  • Fee: Extremely low (~INR 6,000/year)
  • Highlights: Best faculty, research, clinical exposure

2. Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore

  • Rank: Top 3
  • Known for: Community service, affordable fees
  • Seats: ~100 MBBS seats
  • Admission: NEET + CMC Counselling

3. Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune

  • Discipline + medicine
  • Bond service after course
  • Tough NEET cut-off

4. Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi

  • High NEET closing rank
  • Government quota
  • Great location and exposure

5. Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal

  • Deemed University
  • Modern infrastructure
  • Private fees (₹14–18 L/year)

6. King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow

  • Oldest in UP
  • High NEET closing rank

Need Help Choosing the Right Indian College?
Future Foundation helps you apply for government, deemed, and private medical colleges with 100% transparent guidance through NEET counselling.


Top MBBS Colleges Abroad for Indian Students

Studying MBBS abroad is now more affordable and accessible than ever. You can study in NMC-approved colleges with English medium instruction, global recognition, and a lower budget (₹20–50 lakhs total).

Here are some of the best countries and universities for Indian students:

 

Russia

Top Universities:

  • Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
  • Kazan State Medical University
  • First Moscow State Medical University
  • Crimea Federal University
  • Duration: 6 years
  • Medium: English
  • Fees: ₹3.5–5.5 L/year
  • MCI/NMC Approved: Yes

Georgia

Top Universities:

  • Tbilisi State Medical University
  • European University
  • University of Georgia
  • Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University
  • Duration: 5–6 years
  • Fees: ₹4–6 L/year
  • Advantages: High FMGE pass rate, Safe country

Philippines

Top Universities:

  • University of Perpetual Help
  • AMA School of Medicine
  • Bicol Christian College of Medicine
  • Davao Medical School Foundation
  • US-based curriculum
  • High MCI/FMGE success
  • Duration: 5.5 years (BS + MD)

Uzbekistan

Top Universities:

  • Tashkent Medical Academy
  • Samarkand State Medical University
  • Affordable (₹3–4 L/year)
  • Indian mess, English medium

Kazakhstan

Top Universities:

  • Astana Medical University
  • Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
  • Duration: 5 years
  • Easy visa process

Ukraine (limited due to conflict)

Previously popular, but currently less recommended due to war conditions.


Why Study MBBS Abroad?

Lower tuition fees (₹20–40 lakh total vs ₹1 Cr in private India colleges)
No donation or capitation
WHO/MCI approved universities
English-medium education
High FMGE success from selected colleges


Important Note: NMC Guidelines

Always choose NMC-approved universities to ensure your MBBS degree is valid in India.
Future Foundation only recommends institutions that meet all current norms like:

  • English medium
  • 54 months duration + internship
  • Clinical exposure
  • Foreign registration eligibility

How Future Foundation Helps You

We are not just consultants. We are mentors, guides, and a support system for your medical journey.

Our Services Include:

  • NEET counselling guidance (state, AIQ, mop-up)
  • MBBS admission in India: Govt., Private, Deemed colleges
  • MBBS abroad: End-to-end admission, visa, travel, hostel
  • Post-admission help
  • Personalized shortlist of best colleges
  • Scholarship assistance (in some foreign universities)