MBBS in Kyrgyzstan

MBBS in Kyrgyzstan

MBBS in Kyrgyzstan is the best option for the students who are looking for MBBS abroad at low cost. So MBBS in Kyrgyzstan is the answer for ‘Cheap & Best MBBS in Abroad” question of many Students.

 Kyrgyzstan is a country in Central Asia. The Official languages of Kyrgyzstan are Kyrgyz (national) and Russian (official). The currency of the country is  Som (KGS). The capital city of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek where Kyrgyz State Medical Academy and Asian Medical Institute are located . Lot of students prefer to go for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan as it offers the most economical MBBS in the world. Also, the currency of Kyrgyzstan, Som is almost equal to INR. As of 2nd January 2020,  Rs 1 = 0.97 Som. This is cheaper than the exchange rate of most other countries. Also, the cost of travelling is very cheap as one way air ticket from Delhi to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan costs about Rs 10,000-12,000 only if booked in advance. The travelling time is only 3-4 hours. MBBS in Kyrgyzstan offers package under  Rs 18 lakh which includes tuition fees, hostel fees and mess fees for complete duration. The number of Indian students going to this country has been increasing each year. Between the years 2012-14 the percentage of students passing the FMGE or MCI Screening Test was 18.4% which shows the high quality of medical education in the country.

MCI Result of Indian MBBS Students from  Kyrgyzstan = 18.4% (2012-14)

Despite the low fee structure, the result of students in MCI Screening Test or FMGE after coming back to India from Kyrgyzstan has been at par with countries such as Russia ,China & Ukraine.

The students who do not have a budget to take admission in private medical colleges in India or private/government medical colleges abroad with a budget of above Rs.20 lakh may choose Kyrgyzstan. There are more than 7,000 Indian students currently studying MBBS in Kyrgyzstan and the popularity of the country among Indian students have risen in the recent years .

MBBS In Kyrgyzstan -Fact Check

MBBS in Kyrgyzstan- FAQ's

Is Kyrgyzstan good for MBBS?

Yes, Kyrgyzstan is a good option for studying MBBS abroad. In fact, the number of students going for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan is increasing each year.  The Primary reason being that the tuition fee and overall budget is very low and  the fact that the course duration is less (5 Year )than that of Ukraine, Russia and the Philippines.

Is Kyrgyzstan safe for Indian students?

Yes, Kyrgyzstan is a safe country for Indian students. J S Global will recommend selecting a college located in Bishkek. There is an Indian Embassy in Kyrgyzstan which protects the interests of Indian students. 

Do I need to qualify NEET for studying MBBS in Kyrgyzstan?

Yes, you need to qualify the NEET exam for studying MBBS in abroad. NEET result is now valid for 3 years starting from 2018.

Course duration for MBBS from Kyrgyzstan?

The duration is 5 years for completing MBBS from Kyrgyzstan.

MBBS in Kyrgyzstan- Eligibility for Indian Students

The following is the minimum  eligibility criteria for admission of an Indian student in any medical university in Kyrgyzstan:

1) There is no entrance exam in India like IELTS/SAT, etc.

      2) The student must be 17 years plus as on 31st December of the year in which the admission is being taken.                                                                             

      3)The student must have completed class 12th from a regular board.

      4) The student must have an aggregate of at least 50% in physics,  Chemistry  and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject if the student is from  the General category.

      5) The student must have an aggregate of at least 40% in physics, Chemistry  and Biology and must have English as a compulsory  subject   if the student is  from SC/ST/OBC.

      6)You need to clear NEET from 2018 onwards for admission in any  country in   abroad. (NEET result is valid for 3 years for MBBS abroad from 2018 onwards. 

    17 Top Reasons to Study MBBS in Kyrgyzstan

Every year, thousands of students are opting to study MBBS in Kyrgyzstan. Below, we have ranked the top reasons for selecting Kyrgyzstan as your destination for studying MBBS. Here are the 17 Top Reasons  to Study MBBS in Kyrgyzstan:

1. ) Low Overall Budget

The biggest reason why more than 2,000 Indian students choose to study MBBS in Kyrgyzstan is the low cost of education and Low living expenses in Kyrgyzstan. If you have a budget of  INR 20 lakh including tuition fee, hostel fee and mess charges, then the best option for you is to opt for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan.

2. ) Course Duration = 5 years

The second biggest reason for selecting Kyrgyzstan is a similar duration of medical studies as India. The total duration for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan is 5 years.

Most countries have a 5.8 or 6-year duration. The students who wish to save 1 year may opt for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan. 

3. ) Easy to get Visa

Getting a visa for Kyrgyzstan is the easiest among all the other countries for MBBS abroad as there are very few formalities and the student will not have to appear for any visa interview. The visa can also get issued in a few days when we have to do last minute admissions. In contrast, getting a visa for Ukraine, the Philippines, Georgia is not at all easy. It is easier for parents to get a visa too as E-visa facility is available.

4. ) No Entrance Test

You don’t have to appear for any entrance exam to get admission in Kyrgyzstan.  MBBS in Kyrgyzstan eligibility criteria is already mentioned above.

5.) Less Travel Distance & Expenses

The total travel distance via a flight from Delhi to Bishkek (capital of Kyrgyzstan) is about 3.5 hours. This is one of the shortest travel distance. This means a low expenditure on flight cost and less number of hours spent on travelling. 

6.) Easy for the Parents to travel

Since getting a visa is easy and the travel distance is very less, the parents of the students can easily travel to Kyrgyzstan if they wish to meet their ward and check his progress, well being and studies. As of now the e-visa facility is available for the parents. 

7. ) Separate Girls Hostel

Kyrgyzstan is one of the few countries where there is a separate hostel facility for girls. Most European universities do not provide this facility as most have separate floors for female students. However, most colleges in Kyrgyzstan provide separate hostels to Indian female students. The hostels are well guarded and there, have CCTV installed and have warden to keep a strict check on the students. 

8.) FMGE Coaching

Colleges such as Kyrgyz State Medical Academy, Asian Medical Institute & International School of Medicine provide the option of FMGE or MCI Screening Test coaching to its students. The students are given coaching by Indian teachers from India who visit the college from time to time. 

9.) Indian Food

All the universities in Kyrgyzstan provide Indian food. It is very difficult to stay abroad for a long duration without Indian mess. There is mess facility for Indian students which serves both veg and non-veg food. Not only this, there are many Indian restaurants in Bishkek. 

10.) English Medium

Unlike most of the universities in Russia and China, all the universities in Kyrgyzstan teach in English medium for entire 5 Years. This benefits the students as there is no bilingual course. Some colleges even provide English classes to students who are weak in the language. 

11.) Quality Education at  affordable Cost

Between 2012-14, the FMGE passing percentage of students from Kyrgyzstan was 18.4%, which was the same as Russia and just less than Ukraine and China. This shows the quality of education imparted in Kyrgyzstan is on par with other countries.

12. ) Low  Class Strength

Students are divided into groups of about 12 students. This ensures that students get individual attention. This is opposite to the education system in India where the classes are overloaded. The lectures include 3-4 groups and only 1 group goes for clinical/practicals at a time. 

13.) Large Indian Student Base

Contrary to what many believe, Kyrgyzstan currently has about 10,000 Indian students studying MBBS. Every university has students in a good number and students from all over India are there. This means that new students will find many students from their own state. Also, all festivals like Holi, Diwali and Eid are celebrated in Kyrgyzstan.

14. ) MCI & WHO Recognized

A very important thing to keep in mind before going for MBBS abroad is whether a university is recognised by MCI or not. All the universities where J S Global  provides admission is recognised by MCI. 

15. ) Similar Exchange Rate

The exchange rate (Som to INR) is almost the same. As on 18 February 2020 , 1 Kyrgyzstani Som = 1.02 Indian Rupees 
 As the exchange rate is low, the cost of living and the overall cost goes down significantly for the students.

16. ) Hostel Facility

 All the students who go for MBBS abroad are provided with hostel facility. Students get fully furnished rooms, hot water supply, internal heating, etc., all provided by the college itself. Moreover, the yearly cost of staying at the hostel is approx. INR 20,000 – 30,000  in general.

17. ) Easy Admission Formalities

The least amount of fuss for getting admission abroad is for Kyrgyzstan. The admission process is very simple and documentation is less. Also, as mentioned before, getting a visa is very easy.

If you wish to take admission in any college in Kyrgyzstan, you can get in touch with JS Global  at 8209244774 / 8058199888.