Duration and Cost of MBBS in China

China offers a strong option for international MBBS education, recognized for its high educational standards. The MBBS program in China spans six years, including five years of classroom-based learning, followed by a one-year internship at a medical institution.

Medium of Instruction for MBBS in China

All NMC-approved universities in China conduct MBBS courses in English, removing language barriers for Indian students interested in studying medicine.

Recognition of Medical Universities in China

Chinese universities offering MBBS programs are recognized by key international and national bodies, including:

• National Medical Commission (NMC)
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Ministry of Education, China (MOE)
• Foundation of Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER)
• Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
• United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Eligibility Criteria for MBBS Admission in China

To qualify for an MBBS program in China, students must meet the following criteria:

• Age: Applicants must be between 17 and 25 years.
• Education: Completion of the 12th standard in science (with at least 60% marks).
• NEET: Mandatory NEET qualification is required for direct admission.

University Name	Eligibility Criteria
Jilin University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 250
Dalian University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 250
China Medical University	80% in PCBE, NEET qualification
Anhui Medical University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 200
Shandong University	65% in PCBE, NEET score of 250
Nanjing Medical University	85% (State Board) or 70% (CBSE) in PCBE, NEET score of 230
Fujian Medical University	65% in PCBE, NEET score of 200
Wenzhou Medical University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 200
Jiangsu University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 240
Southeast University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 220
Yangzhou University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 220
Soochow University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 200
Sichuan University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 300
Guangzhou Medical University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 250, Internship required
North Sichuan Medical University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 200
Xiamen University	65% in PCBE, NEET score of 200
Kunming Medical University	70% in PCBE, NEET score of 230
China Three Gorges University	75% in PCBE, NEET score of 250, Internship required
Qingdao University	80% in PCBE, NEET score of 250
Shihezi University	75% in PCBE, NEET qualification

Required Documents for MBBS Admission in China

Candidates must provide the following documents:

• Notarized birth certificate.
• 10th and 12th-grade mark sheets and certificates.
• HIV test report.
• Passport-size photographs.
• Verified documents from the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
• Invitation letter from the university.
• Passport copy.
• NEET scorecard.

Note: Indian students do not require a visa to study in Nepal.

Reasons to Pursue MBBS in China

China offers an attractive destination for MBBS for several reasons:

• Hosts 45 NMC-approved universities.
• Provides modern infrastructure and a straightforward admission process.
• Offers international exposure.
• Boasts a low visa rejection rate.
• Known for a safe environment with a low crime rate.
• Affordable education with global recognition.

Admission Procedure for MBBS in China

1. Consultation with SharpIQ Overseas for guidance.
2. Registering and submitting documents such as scanned copies of 10th and 12th mark sheets, NEET certificate, and passport pages.
3. Application submission to the university.
4. Receipt of a Provisional Admission Order from the university.
5. Visa application form, physical examination, and rules form completion.
6. Submission of necessary documents and physical examination form, completed by a registered doctor.
7. JW202 Form application by SharpIQ Overseas.
8. Visa application at the Chinese Consulate/Embassy upon receiving the JW202 Form.
9. Travel arrangements and presentation of original documents upon arrival.

Benefits of MBBS in China

An MBBS degree from China provides many advantages:

• Global recognition of Chinese medical degrees.
• Extensive job opportunities post-graduation.
• No racial discrimination experienced.
• Includes some of the world’s top-ranked medical colleges.
• Affordable student accommodations.
• International exposure through partnerships with global institutions.
• High standard of medical education.

Top Medical Universities in China

Southeast University	Three Gorges University
Wuhan University	Ningxia Medical University
Capital Medical University	Fudan University
Qingdao University	Sun Yat Sen University
Jilin University	Dalian Medical University
Wenzhou Medical University	China Medical University
Huazhong University of Science & Technology	Xian Jiaotong University
Beihua University	Hebei University
Anhui Medical University	Zhengzhou University
Tianjin Medical University	Shandong University
Nanjing Medical University	Jiangsu University
Southern Medical University	Sichuan University
Tongji University	Shihezi University
Nantong University	Fujian Medical University
Guangzhou University	Kunming Medical University
Southwest Medical University	Xiamen University
Xinjiang Medical University	Zhejiang University

MBBS in China Fee Structure 2024-25

University Name	Annual Tuition Fees (Rs.)	Annual Hostel Fees (Rs.)
Jilin University	Rs. 4,90,000	Rs. 71,000
Dalian Medical University	Rs. 5,45,000	Rs. 95,000
China Medical University	Rs. 5,12,000	Rs. 71,000
Zhejiang University	Rs. 5,05,000	Rs. 71,000
Huazhong University of Science & Technology	Rs. 3,96,000	Rs. 75,000
Sun Yat Sen University	Rs. 5,60,000	Rs. 84,000
Anhui Medical University	Rs. 4,15,000	Rs. 76,000
Capital Medical University	Rs. 4,72,000	Rs. 90,000
Tianjin Medical University	Rs. 4,84,000	Rs. 70,000
Shandong University	Rs. 6,72,000	Rs. 95,000
Nanjing Medical University	Rs. 5,36,000	Rs. 71,000
Nantong University	Rs. 3,30,000	Rs. 88,000

Important Notes for MBBS in China

• Medical insurance costs: approximately 600–800 RMB.
• Living expenses: around 800–1000 RMB per month.
• Eligibility: Minimum 70% marks in PCBE.
• Physical interview and English proficiency are required.
• Entrance exams and additional application fees are mandatory.
• Currency exchange rate: 1 RMB = 10 INR.
• Tuition fees may vary; students are advised to confirm on university websites.

Syllabus for MBBS in China 6 Years Course

Year	Semesters	Subjects Covered
1st	1st – 2nd Sem.	Spoken Chinese I, Integrated Chinese I, Introduction to Traditional Chinese Culture, China Today, Spoken Chinese II, Integrated Chinese II, Anatomy I, Biochemistry
2nd	3rd - 4th Sem.	Spoken Chinese III, Integrated Chinese III, Physiology I, Histology and Embryology, Anatomy II, Spoken Chinese IV, Integrated Chinese IV, Pathology, Physiology II
3rd	5th – 6th Sem.	Chinese Reading I, Pathophysiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology I, Chinese Reading II, Pharmacology II, Medical Psychology, Medical Ethics, Medical Genetics, Community Medicine
4th	7th - 8th Sem.	Medical Chinese I, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Medical Radiology, Diagnosis, Fundamentals of Clinical Skills, General Surgery, Anesthesiology, Medical Chinese II, Internal Medicine I, Surgery I, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, Acupuncture and Moxibustion
5th	9th – 10th Sem.	Medical Chinese III, Internal Medicine II, Surgery II, Psychiatry, General Oncology, Emergency Medicine, Stomatology, Traditional Chinese Medicine Patent Drug, Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical Chinese IV, Forensic Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Dermatology, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Imagiology, Patient Safety
6th	11th – 12th Sem.	Internship in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internship in Pediatrics, Internship in Medicine, Internship in Surgery, Other Internships

NMC Approved Universities in China

University	City	Country Rank	World Rank	Status	No. of Seats
Jilin University	Changchun	19	334	Govt	120
Dalian Medical University	Dalian	144	1285	Govt	100
Xinjiang Medical University	Ürümqi	211	1718	Govt	100
Wenzhou Medical University	Wenzhou	78	804	Govt	100
China Medical University	Taichung	156	3308	Govt	100
Zhejiang University	Hangzhou	3	215	Govt	60
Huazhong University of Science & Tech.	Wuhan	12	276	Govt	100
Xian Jiaotong University	Xi'an	10	265	Govt	100
Qingdao University	Qingdao	122	2582	Govt	120
Beihua University	Jilin City	412	6179	Govt	120
Hebei University	Baoding	161	1397	Govt	100
Sun Yat Sen University	Guangzhou	8	202	Govt	100
Anhui Medical University	Hefei	222	4393	Govt	120
Zhengzhou University	Zhengzhou	47	590	Govt	100
Capital Medical University	Beijing	29	433	Govt	60
Tianjin Medical University	Tianjin	419	6228	Govt	60
Shandong University	Jinan	26	801	Govt	120
Fudan University	Shanghai	5	170	Govt	120
Nanjing Medical University	Nanjing	44	577	Govt	60
Jiangsu University	Zhenjiang	68	721	Govt	60
Wuhan University	Wuhan	12	245	Govt	100
Southern Medical University	Guangzhou	49	626	Govt	120
Sichuan University	Chengdu	13	296	Govt	120
Ningxia Medical University	Ningxia	234	1901	Govt	100
Tongji University	Shanghai	9	460	Govt	60
Shihezi University	Shihezi	182	1567	Govt	200
Southeast University	Nanjing	25	401	Govt	120
Nantong University	Nantong	125	1137	Govt	120
Fujian Medical University	Fuzhou	205	4074	Govt	120
Three Gorges University	Yichang	215	1739	Govt	200
Guangzhou University	Guangzhou	538	7458	Govt	120
Kunming Medical University	Kunming	580	8009	Govt	120
North Sichuan Medical College	Nanchong	342	5597	Govt	120
Southwest Medical University	Luzhou	721	9796	Govt	200
Xiamen University	Xiamen	14	267	Govt	100

Potential Challenges of Studying MBBS in China

Students should consider these challenges:

• Cultural adaptation may be challenging.
• Climate variations might impact students.
• Language barriers could arise.
• Low FMGE passing rate requirements in China.
• Mandarin language learning through the HSK exam is required.

Deadline for MBBS in China

Process	Month
10+2 Results	May - June
Admission	June
Invitation Letter	July - August
Visa Application	September
Departure to China	September
University Registration	September - October
Commencement of Classes	November

FAQ for MBBS Study in China