Is MBBS from China recognized in India?

The Medical council of India recognizes the MBBS course of certain approved Universities in China. MBBS graduates from these approved Universities are eligible to practice in India after passing the MCI screening test.



As per current rules, all foreign medical graduates are required to appear in the MCI screeing test before they can practice in India.

The list of approved Universities in China is updated every years. This list is prepared by the MCI on basis of the recommendations of the Indian embassy in China. Usually, all Chinese Universities which are authorized by the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) to conduct MBBS course in English are included in this list.

Please note that a degree from a Chinese University which is not in list of MCI's approved Universities is not recognized in India. Graduates from non approved Universities cannot appear in the MCI screeing exam. So please make sure that you are going to study at an approved University.

Are Chinese Universities Government owned or Private?

All Chinese medical university are owned by the Chinese Government.

What is Eligibility certificate? How will I obtain this certificate?

All students going abroad to study MBBS are required to obtain the Eligibility certificate from MCI before commencing their studies. Only students with an Eligibility certificate can appear in the MCI screening test required to practice in India. We will help you in obtaining the Eligibility certificate from MCI.

What is the duration of MBBS program in China?

The duration of all MBBS program in China is 6 Years. This includes 1 Year of practical training. You can choose to do this training in China or India. Most Chinese universities have several affiliated hospitals. If you choose to do your internship in China, your internship would be arranged in these hospitals.

What Chinese Universities can you help me get admission in?

We offers admission assistance for several Chinese medical universities. We only work with Universities approved by MCI. Please find below a list of Chinese universities we work with - 

Qingdao Medical University


Jiamusi Medical University

Xi'an jiaotong Medical University

Zhejiang Medical University

Is MBBS in China expensive?

No. MBBS from China is much cheaper compared to studying MBBS at private universities in India. Most Chinese universities have better infrastructure and facilities than many private colleges in India. Please check Tuition fee for more details. 

 What is eligibility/requirements for MBBS admission in China? Is there an entrance exam?

No entrance exam is required for admission in China. Admission is based on your 10+2 or Intermediate marks. Usually, 70% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology are required. 

Minimum Age - 18 Years 

Maximum Age - 30 Years. If you are older than 30 Years, please contact us by email or telephone. It is possible to get admission in certain Universities. We can provide you a list of these Universities on request.

Good Health and No criminal record.As an applicant for M.B.B.S. program, you must have completed 12 years of primary and secondary education and meet the minimum requirements for medical education in your own country, must have passed national high school graduation examination (or examinations recognized by your government) with minimum percentage of marks over 70% aggregate in physics, chemistry, and biology (Zoology &Botany), and provide a high school diploma and transcript. A-level result and junior college transcripts are not essential, but highly appreciated. The candidates should have to complete 17 years and must be under the age of 30 on 31st December of the year of admission.