NEET is known as National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. NEET is an entry level test in order to take admission in medical courses in India. On the basis of NEET scores, students get admission in medical colleges of India. NEET was introduced in the year 2013, before it was known as AIPMT.

As per the exam conducting body NTA (National Testing Agency ), there are three parameters that students must fulfill, Educational qualification, Age limit & Reservation criteria.

So the candidate must pass the 12^th exam with a minimum of 50% marks in the subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology along with English. Whereas candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC category must achieve a minimum of 40% marks to be eligible for NEET 2022. And the candidate must be a minimum of 17 years old at the time of taking admission after clearing NEET. Also, the upper age limit for the General category is 25 years and for ST/ST/OBC & PWD are exempted till 30 years old.

The notification about the NEET exam date is released by NTA and the exam will be held on  May 5, 2024.

No, one has to appear for NEET exam and qualify it and after that only the medical colleges will allow you to take admission in India. And on the basis of your NEET score you can choose Public or Private University as per your convenience.

No, for taking admission in MBBS program the candidate should have qualified 12^th exam with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Without these subjects you cannot appear for NEET.

MBBS is an undergraduate program for 12^th pass out medical students, whereas MD is Post-graduate program which can be taken only after completing the undergraduate or MBBS degree. But in some countries MBBS equivalent degree is called MD (Doctor of Medicine).

NEET is an Entrance level test to analyse the candidate’s ability, whether they are capable or not to study MBBS. Also it prohibits the private institutions to conduct their own entrance test & candidates do not have to again & again give various entrance tests in order to take admission in the college. Both Public & Private Universities give admission on the basis of the NEET score. The cut off will be varying from college to college. Minimum NEET qualified is required to take admission in MBBS in overseas countries.

Yes, sure there is a limit on minimum marks required in 12^th class result, for General category candidate 50% marks are minimum required and for candidates who belong to SC/ST/OBC must have achieved 40% .

For 2021, NEET scores are valid for one year i.e. for the session 2021-22 only. But for Overseas Countries it is valid for three Years. Read this also..

For the 2021 NEET exam 10% seats are reserved for General Economically weaker sections, 15 % for SC, 7.5% for ST, & 27% for OBC. Students who fall under the category of PwD are offered 5% seats reservation.

Yes, the candidate belonging to General category must score minimum 50% marks in science stream, candidate belonging to SC/ST/OBC category require minimum 40% marks in order to appear for NEET exam.

NEET UG is a National level entrance test in order to take admissions in undergraduate medical courses. If a candidate qualifies NEET UG then on the basis of their score and cut off set by college, the candidate can take admission in courses like MBBS, BDS, BHMS, etc.

Yes, a person who is in 12^th standard can apply for NEET exam.

As the government college fee will be less in comparison to that of private colleges. The fee for Government College can start from 20,000 INR – 50,000 INR per annum, & private college fee can go 2,00,000 INR to 22,00,000 INR per annum.

Earlier a candidate could only attempt NEET 3 times throughout their life, but as of 2020 this rule is changed and candidates can attempt as many times they can considering the upper age limit.

No, FMGE stands for foreign medical graduate’s examination. It means that Indian citizens who studied MBBS from Abroad have to pass this Test in order to register with MCI/NMC and to practise as a doctor in India. This is a licensing test not an entrance test.

MBBS degree is an undergraduate degree and after obtaining the degree that person can practise as a doctor or physician or they can choose to appear in NEET PG and clear and further study post graduation or MD and become a specialist or surgeon.

For taking admission in Indian medical colleges a candidate has to first go through the NEET exam and get a good score so that they can get admission in a top medical college. After that on the

Basis of cut off marks set by the college the students can choose a suitable medical college as per their convenience.

There are several medical courses offered in India after 12^th are MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, DHMS, BUMS, B.V.Sc & AH, B.Pharma, D.Pharma, BOT, BMLT, BPT, B.SC, BNYS. Post Graduate courses like MD, M.Pharma, MS, PG Diploma, and MDS.

Total duration of the MBBS course is 5.5 years in which 4.5 year the students study theory and practical. Academically the course ends in 4.5 year after that students have to do a mandatory Internship.

NEET is considered as one of the toughest entrance exams in India considering the number of limited seats available in the country.

In comparison to India the fee in Abroad is much more affordable, In some private medical colleges of India the annual fee is more than 22,00,000 INR and wherein Abroad the total course can be completed in approx 20,00,000 INR. And the quality of education is good. Read this also.. MBBS from abroad.

After MBBS from abroad, the candidate has to take FMGE test which is a licensing test, and after clearing this test they can register with respective state medical board and practice as a doctor or they can also appear for NEET PG and study further.

It is better to study MBBS in good Indian Medical Colleges, especially government medical colleges. But there is lots of option abroad for those who could not get Admission as per their choice in India. Read this also.. MBBS from abroad.

If we talk about the lower age limit, the min age to get admission in MBBS in abroad is 17 year, In many countries like China and Russia there is no upper limit for doing MBBS and in most countries the upper limit is generally 40 year old, considering the fact that it can vary from country to country.

Yes in almost all countries the first requirement is that the student must have a PCB subject and their NEET is clear, after that only then can enrol in MBBS. So NEET is a very important aspect for taking admission in MBBS abroad.

All Indian citizens who study MBBS from foreign countries except UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada have to sit for this exam. After clearing FMGE Exam they can register with MCI/State Medical Council and practice in India.

• Like in India NEET is the entrance test students have to qualify in order to take admission in Medical courses likewise other countries also conduct entrance tests for taking admission in medical courses.
• NMAT (National Medical Admission Test) is the entrance test in the Philippines for taking admission in medical courses in the Philippines. Read this also ..
• UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is an entrance test which students have to give and clear if they want to study medicine in Australian Medical Universities and in New Zealand Medical Universities.
• MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is the entrance test for taking admission in medical courses in the USA & several Canadian Medical Universities.
• IMAT (International Medical Admissions Test) is an entrance test to take admission in Italian Medical Universities.
• One need to qualify UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) or Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT)to study MBBS in UK

There are not one but many reasons to study MBBS from Philippines.

• The education pattern followed in the Philippines is US based as the Philippines were ruled by the USA for almost 50 years.
• The fee is much affordable in the Philippines if we compare it to that of India.
• Because the first University was founded in 1611; the literacy rate is more than 90%.
• English is the most commonly spoken language after Filipino so international student don’t have to learn any additional language and it gives a good command over the English language.
• Other than that the climate is similar to Indian climate & diseases are also common to India.
• The study level in Philippines is very good.
• Indian food is also available in mess and Filipinos are known for their hospitality.

The total course duration is between 5.5 – 6 years (including BS, MD and Internship). The MBBS (MD) is 4 Years including Internship/Clerkship after Graduation/BS.

The approximately fee structure in the Philippines for MBBS varies from University to University.

• AMA school of medicine’s Total course fee is near to 20, 00,000 INR
• UV Gullas college of Medicine Total course fee is also near to 20, 00,000 INR
• University of Perpetual help offers Total course in approx 24, 00,000 INR
• Our lady of Fatima University Total course Fee is approx 30, 00,000 INR
• Lyceum Northwestern University offers a Total Course in approx 19, 00,000 INR.

Here are the names of some of the  Philippines Universities  which offer top quality education for MBBS course:

• University of Perpetual Help
• Our Lady of Fatima University
• Lyceum Northwestern University
• UV Gullas College of Medicine
• Emilio Aguinaldo College- School of Medicine
• Davao Medical School Foundation …

The medical universities in the Philippines do not charge donations for admission in Medical courses. The criteria to give admission are the 12^th grade marks of the student, NEET score.

Yes, MBBS from Russia is valid in India. Before taking admission in the college the candidate must check that the University is MCI/NMC approved.

The duration of MBBS in Russia is 6 years and to be noted internship is not included in it, the student has to come back to India and pass the FMGE test and then do a 1 year internship in India to practice as a doctor.

Here is the list of some of the best universities to pursue MBBS in Russia:-

• Tver State Medical University
• Kazan Federal University
• Bashkir State Medical University
• People’s Friendship University
• Lomonosov Moscow State University
• Tyumen State Medical University
• Kazan State Medical University
• Altai State Medical University
• Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University

Stavropol State Medical University

The fees of MBBS courses in Russia are affordable as compared to MBBS in India. The fee structure usually ranges from 18 lakhs to 30 lakhs approximately.

Total course fee of some famous universities:-

• Bashkir State Medical University                      –  20, 00,000 INR
• Kazan Federal University                                    –  28, 50,000 INR
• RNRMU                                                                  –  32, 00,000 INR
• Altai State Medical University                           –  22, 00,000 INR
• Tyumen State Medical University                     –  22, 00,000 INR

These figures are the approximate value, values can differ a little.

There are very good colleges in Ukraine which offer top quality education, here are some best colleges for MBBS in Ukraine:

• Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University
• Odessa National Medical University
• Zaporozhye State Medical University
• Kyiv Medical University of UAFM
• Bogomolets National Medical University
• Poltava Ukrainian Medical & Stomatological Academy
• Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University

If you are planning to do MBBS from Ukraine then here we are discussing the benefits of studying in Ukraine

• The tuition fee is very low and budget friendly. Total course fee can vary from 18 lakhs to 30 lakhs as per different Universities.
• Candidates do not have to go through any admission test and even IELTS & TOEFL is not required.
• Medical Universities in Ukraine are recognized by MCI/NMC & WHO.
• Living expense is also affordable in Ukraine
• The teachers appointed in Universities are working professionals and students get to learn from the professionals.

The duration of MBBS in Ukraine is 6 years and to be noted internship is not included in it, the student has to come back to India and pass the FMGE test and then do a 1 year internship in India to practice as a doctor.

The eligibility criteria are as follows to get admission in Ukraine for MBBS:-

• The candidate should have qualified the NEET exam conducted in India and must have valid scores.
• The minimum age of the candidate should be 17 years in the year he\she wants to take admission and not more than 25 years.
• Candidates must have achieved a minimum 50% marks with the subject Physics, Chemistry, & Biology.

The total duration of MBBS course in Georgia is 6 years, 1 year internship is included in 6 years.

MBBS from Georgia is another good choice, if you are planning to study MBBS from Georgia it is a good place for studying MBBS.

• Course duration is a total 6 year in which 5 years are academic years and 1 year is for internship.
• The fees are also affordable, usually between 20 lakhs to 30 lakhs.
• Top quality of education is provided by top quality teachers.
• The Infrastructure of the country and also of the medical college is very high quality.

MBBS in Georgia is affordable as compared to Indian medical colleges; the fee usually varies from 20 lakhs to 30 lakhs for the total duration of course.

No, a candidate is not required to have TOEFL /IELTS as mandatory criteria for studying MBBS from Georgia.

Here are the names of some of the Best Medical Universities in Georgia which offers high quality MBBS course:

• Tbilisi State Medical University
• The University of Georgia
• Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
• Georgian National University (GAU)

Yes, a valid NEET qualified scorecard is mandatory in order to take admission in MBBS in Georgia.

No, a candidate is not required to have TOEFL /IELTS as mandatory criteria for studying MBBS from Georgia.

There are various reasons to study MBBS from Georgia which we are discussing below:

• The course is very affordable compared to other countries like the US, UK etc.
• Students do not have to appear for any entrance test in Georgia, valid NEET Pass score  is enough along with minimum 50% marks in 12^th grade with PCB subject.
• Students do not have to produce certificates for IELTS/TOEFL.
• Most of the medical colleges are NMC approved in Georgia.
• The young generation in Georgia speaks English.

There are various reasons to study MBBS from Lithuania:

• Lithuania comes under Europe Union.
• Lithuania is very peaceful and safe country.
• Lithuania is the cheapest among other European countries.
• Lithuanian University of Health Sciences is one of the reputed medical school.
• Almost 80% of the youth speaks English language so there are less chances of language barrier in communication.
• The cost of MBBS is affordable if compared to India or other countries in the west.
• High quality education is provided.

This totally depends on university to university. The fee can range from 7 Lakhs-10 Lakhs per annum.

Considering various factors, we can say that it is worth studying MBBS in Lithuania.

• Lithuania comes under European Union
• The fee is  affordable in Lithuanian Medical Colleges.
• The education system focuses more on practical training.
• English is commonly spoken among youths.
• MBBS from Europe is well recognized.

The total cost of the medical course ranges from 60 lakhs to 70 lakhs.

The total duration is 6 years, in which 5 years is for academic knowledge and 1 year for internship.