Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia · NMC Approved | WHO Listed | Georgian NCEQE Accredited
Ilia State University
Georgia · Tbilisi, Georgia · NMC Approved | WHO Listed | Georgian NCEQE Accredited
Overview
Ilia State University — MBBS 2026-27
Ilia State University is a public research university in Tbilisi, founded in 2006 through the merger of several Georgian research institutes. The School of Natural Sciences and Medicine offers medical education programmes. Georgian state university with strong research culture and NCEQE accreditation. NMC India approval status should be verified before applying for medical programmes.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | Tbilisi, Georgia |
| Established | 2006 |
| NMC India Status | ✅ Approved (verify current status with VedKris Edu) |
| WHO Listed | ✅ Yes (AVICENNA) |
| EU Accreditation | ✅ Georgian NCEQE (Bologna Process) |
| Programme | 6-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) — English medium |
| Medium | English throughout |
Fee Structure (2026-27)
| Expense | Per Year | 6-Year Total |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,500–7,000 | ₹22–35 Lakhs |
| Accommodation (Tbilisi) | $1,500–2,800 | ₹7.5–14 Lakhs |
| Food & Living | $2,000–3,200 | ₹10–16 Lakhs |
| Visa & Misc | $500–800 | ₹2.5–4 Lakhs |
| Annual Total | ~$8,500–13,800/yr | ₹40–65 Lakhs (6 yrs) | |
Why Ilia State University for Indian Students
- NMC India approved — NExT eligible on graduation
- WHO listed on AVICENNA directory
- EU-accredited under Bologna Process — European recognition
- English-medium MD throughout — no local language barrier for academics
- Visa-free entry for Indian passport holders — no student visa required
- Tbilisi's safe, affordable, and welcoming environment for Indian students
- Direct Delhi–Tbilisi flights via connecting hubs (4–6 hrs total)
Eligibility
NEET qualified (mandatory). Class 12 PCB 50%+ (General); 40% (SC/ST/OBC). Age 17–25. Valid Indian passport.
Admission Process
- Free counselling with VedKris Edu — NMC status verification before applying.
- Application with Class 12 marksheets, NEET scorecard, and passport.
- Receive official Admission Letter from Ilia State University.
- Georgia is visa-free for Indian passport holders — no visa required.
- Travel to Tbilisi; university registration on arrival.
NExT / FMGE Preparation
Georgia's English-medium curriculum uses the same Harrison's, Robbins, Guyton, and Katzung textbooks as Indian medical colleges — making the academic content directly aligned with NExT Step 1. Clinical training at Tbilisi's hospitals provides the case-based diagnostic experience required for NExT Step 2. VedKris Edu recommends starting dedicated NExT coaching from Year 3.
Eligibility
NEET qualified. Class 12 PCB 50%+ (General); 40% SC/ST/OBC. Age 17–25. Valid Indian passport. No visa required for Indians.
Admission Process
- VedKris Edu counselling and NMC status verification.
- Documents: Class 12, NEET scorecard, passport, photos.
- Admission Letter issued.
- No visa required — Indian passport holders enter Georgia visa-free.
- Travel to Tbilisi and university registration.
Fee Structure
| Expense | Per Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,500–7,000 (~₹3.7–5.8 L) |
| Accommodation | $1,500–2,800 (~₹1.25–2.3 L) |
| Food + Living | $2,000–3,200 (~₹1.7–2.7 L) |
Hostel / Accommodation
University hostel or private accommodation in Tbilisi. Indian food available. Well-established Indian student community in Georgia.
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