Duration & Medium of Teaching
⏱ Course Duration
The MBBS program in Bangladesh spans 6 years in total.
- 5 Years: Divided into Pre-clinical, Para-clinical, and Clinical phases.
- 1 Year: Dedicated internship providing valuable career benefits (Optional for Indian students).
🗣 Teaching Medium
The entire MBBS curriculum is taught in English. The education system provides high-quality standards at affordable costs, and aligns with robust global standards ensuring students are fully prepared for international practice.
Recognition of Universities
Bangladesh medical universities maintain equivalent educational standards to South East Asia and the UK. They are recognized by:
Eligibility & Required Documents
Eligibility Criteria
- ✔ Minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) in 12th standard.
- ✔ Must have a valid NEET Qualification scorecard.
- ✔ Gap in education should usually not exceed 1-2 years post-12th.
- ✔ No IELTS / TOEFL required.
Documents Required
- 10th and 12th-grade mark sheets
- NEET scorecard
- School leaving certificate
- Passport-sized photos
- No criminal record certificate
- Medical fitness certificate
- Birth certificate
- Proof of nationality
- Guardian's bank statement (proving financial capacity)
Admission Procedure
Research & Selection
Research and select the appropriate university considering its pros and cons.
Application Form
Complete the application form for your chosen MBBS program.
Document Submission
Submit all required and attested documents to the university.
Verification & Offer
The university verifies documents and issues an admission letter within 10 working days.
Pay Fees
Student must pay the overall initial fees.
Student Visa
Apply for a student visa to be issued by the Bangladeshi Embassy in Delhi.
Travel
Travel to Bangladesh and begin your medical studies.
Pros & Cons of Bangladesh
👍 Advantages
- ✔ Home to some of the top medical colleges in Asia (20+ public, 50+ private).
- ✔ Very low tuition fees with options to pay in installments.
- ✔ No capitation fees, donations, or extra entrance tests (other than NEET).
- ✔ Highest NMC passing percentage compared to other countries due to similar medical curriculum.
- ✔ Degrees recognized globally allowing practice in India, Bangladesh, etc.
- ✔ High standard of infrastructure and excellent hostel facilities.
🛑 Disadvantages
- ⚠ Curriculum gaps: Due to unique weather, some specific global diseases might not be covered extensively.
- ⚠ Practical work: Sometimes conducted using simulators rather than full cadaver programs.
- ⚠ Local Language: Learning Bengali/local dialects is often essential for effective communication with real patients during clinicals.
MBBS Fees in Bangladesh (2024-25)
| University Name | Total Tuition Fee (1st - 5th Yr) | Hostel Fee / Month |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Red Crescent Medical College | 50,000 USD | 100 USD |
| Dhaka National Medical Institute | 48,000 USD | 100 USD |
| International Medical College & Hospital | 42,000 USD | 90 USD |
| Delta Medical College | 44,000 USD | 90 USD |
| Jahurul Islam Medical College | 39,000 USD | 100 USD |
| Shahid Monsurali Medical College | 48,000 USD | 100 USD |
| AD DIN Women Medical College | 36,000 USD | 90 USD |
| Anwar Khan Medical College | 44,000 USD | 100 USD |
Included in Tuition Fee:
College fee, library charges, laboratory charges, and examination fee. Payable in yearly or half-yearly installments.
Included in Hostel Fee:
Accommodation, beddings, furniture, 24-hr electricity, 24-hr gas in separate kitchen, hot/cold water, and centralized AC systems.
Syllabus Phase Structure
| Duration | Phase | Subjects Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 1½ Years | 1st Phase | Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry |
| 1 Year | 2nd Phase | Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine |
| 1 Year | 3rd Phase | Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Pathology, Microbiology |
| 1½ Years | 4th Phase | Medicine & Allied subjects, Surgery & Allied subjects, Obstetrics and Gynaecology |
Program Overview details
Intake & Admission Timeline
Academic Semesters
Semester 1
Begins in February or early March and ends in mid-July.
Semester 2
Begins in mid-September and ends in early February or January.
Application Flow
- Portal Opens: March
- Portal Closes: June or July
- Admission Letter: ~10 working days
- Visa Processing: ~60 days
- Academic Start: September or October
Living Expenses & Country Facts
Estimated Yearly/Monthly Expenses
- Monthly Living Cost: 150 - 250 USD
- Hostel Fees (per year): 250 - 350 USD
- Insurance (per year): 160 - 260 USD
- Medical Checkups (per yr): 160 - 260 USD
- Visa Extension (per yr): 150 - 300 USD
- Local Delicacies (per yr): 100 - 130 USD
Discovering Bangladesh
Dhaka, the capital and educational hub of Bangladesh, is predominantly Bengali-speaking, with over 25% of the population fluent in English. Bangladesh shares a border with India, making travel incredibly easy.
- Currency: Taka (BDT)
- Exchange: 1 INR ≈ 1.19 BDT
- Population: ~16.47 Million
- Rules: Drugs/Alcohol prohibited