As competition for medical seats in India mounts, more students are pursuing MBBS degrees abroad—not as a compromise, but a strategic move. Countries like Georgia, Italy, Romania, Bulgaria, China, the UK, and Kazakhstan are surging in popularity for their affordable education, global recognition, modern infrastructure, and English-medium instruction. 

These destinations offer smoother admission processes, relieving students of the stress of India's intensely competitive NEET exams and exorbitant private-college fees. International programs also provide clearer pathways for global licensure and postgraduate training, strengthening students’ prospects. Beyond academics, studying abroad enriches adaptability, cross-cultural competence, and resilience—traits vital for 21st-century doctors.

With limited home-country seats and soaring costs, overseas medical education is emerging not only as a relief but as a smart, future-forward choice for aspiring Indian doctors.

Georgia hosts over 20,000 Indian medical students in 2025, drawn by NMC-recognized, English-medium programs with affordable costs and easy admission. In Gujarat, private MBBS fees have soared above ₹1 crore, now rivaling total costs of studying in countries like Russia, Georgia, and Nepal—fueling outbound student demand.