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🇨🇳 China · MBBS Abroad

Nanjing Medical
University

Located in the historic city of Nanjing, Nanjing Medical University is an MOE-listed, top-tier medical institution. NMC & WHO recognised, it was one of the first universities in Mainland China to offer highly respected English-medium MBBS programmes for international students.

Top 10 Medical College in China Nanjing, China NMC & WHO Recognised
Quick Facts
Established
1934 โ€” Over 90 years of healthcare legacy
MBBS Duration
6 years (5 years study + 1 year internship)
Tuition Fees
RMB 34,000 / year (Approx. USD 4,900)
Intake
September (Primary intake)
NEET Requirement
Mandatory for Indian students (NMC rule)
✦ Overview

About Nanjing Medical University

Nanjing Medical University (NMU) is a highly distinguished provincial public medical university in China, recognized as a key leader in global healthcare education and clinical research.

Nanjing Medical University Campus
🏥️
Est. 1934Nanjing, China

Originally founded in 1934 as the National Jiangsu Medical College in Zhenjiang, the university officially relocated to the historic capital city of Nanjing in 1957, establishing nearly a century of deep-rooted medical excellence.

The university is consistently ranked among the top 10 medical institutions in China. It maintains two modern urban campusesโ€”Wutai and Jiangningโ€”and anchors an extensive public healthcare network featuring 24 directly affiliated tertiary hospitals and around 50 specialized teaching bases.

For Indian students, Nanjing Medical University stands out as one of the premier elite paths for medicine abroad. It is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), listed comprehensively with the World Health Organization (WHO), and authorized directly by China's Ministry of Education (MOE) to admit international students. This provides graduates with complete legal standing to take India's FMGE/NExT screening exams.

The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) track is taught fully in English, spanning 6 years inclusive of a mandatory 1-year clinical internship, providing exceptional clinical rotation exposure at a highly balanced cost.

NMC Approved WHO Recognised English-Medium MBBS MOE Listed University 92 Years of Legacy
✦ Rankings

Recognitions & Rankings

Nanjing Medical University is highly ranked among medical schools in China and is approved by leading international and Indian regulatory frameworks.

Top 10
Medical University in China
National & Subject Rankings
92
Years of Medical Excellence
Founded 1934
24
Affiliated Tertiary Hospitals
Plus 50 Teaching Bases
NMC
MOE-Listed & Approved
National Medical Commission, India
Global & Indian Recognitions

Nanjing Medical University is recognized by the Ministry of Education (MOE) of China to offer English-medium clinical medicine programmes. It is listed in the World Health Organization (WHO) World Directory of Medical Schools and fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India, enabling Indian graduates to sit for the FMGE/NExT licensing examinations upon completing their degree.

✦ MBBS & Fees

MBBS Programme for Indian Students

Nanjing Medical University's Clinical Medicine (MBBS) programme is conducted entirely in English and stands as one of the most reputable options for Indian students.

MBBS / Clinical Medicine
Postgraduate (Master's / MD)
Language & Foundation
Clinical Medicine (MBBS) โ€” English Medium
6 years September Intake On-campus, Nanjing
RMB 34,000 / year (~₹4.6L โ€“ ₹4.8L)
Clinical Medicine (MBBS) โ€” Bilingual Medium
6 years September Intake On-campus, Nanjing
Requires specific language benchmarks (fees vary)
Stomatology (BDS)
5 years September Intake On-campus
RMB 34,000 / year โ€” confirm with admissions
Nursing / Allied Health
4 years September Intake On-campus
Fee on request โ€” confirm with admissions
Master's / Clinical MD Programmes
3 years September Intake
Fee on request โ€” English & Chinese tracks available
PhD / Doctoral Research
3โ€“4 years Rolling admissions
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) routes available
Chinese Language & Culture Foundation Course
1 semester / 1 year Spring or September Intake
Highly recommended for hospital patient interactions
Online Entrance Orientation & Interview Prep
Pre-admission Before intake
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✦ Cost Overview

Estimated Cost of MBBS

A complete breakdown of annual and total 6-year expenses for Indian students pursuing MBBS at Nanjing Medical University.

ExpenseAnnual Cost (RMB)Annual Cost (INR approx.)
Tuition Fees (English medium)RMB 34,000₹4.6L โ€“ ₹4.8L
Hostel / Accommodation (Double Room)RMB 6,000₹80K โ€“ ₹85K
Food & GroceriesRMB 12,000 โ€“ 15,000₹1.6L โ€“ ₹2.1L
Local TransportRMB 1,000 โ€“ 1,500₹13K โ€“ ₹20K
Health / Medical InsuranceRMB 800₹11K
Books, Study Materials & Visa ExtensionRMB 1,500 โ€“ 2,500₹20K โ€“ ₹34K
Personal & MiscellaneousRMB 5,000 โ€“ 8,000₹68K โ€“ ₹1.1L
Total Estimated Cost (6 Years, all-inclusive)Approx. ₹38L โ€“ ₹48L
⚠️ Important Note on Fees

Nanjing Medical University processes fees primarily in Chinese Yuan (RMB). Live operational costs and total packages depend heavily on the prevailing RMB/INR currency conversion exchange rates. Always confirm the current official university tuition structures, room dynamic allotments, and statutory fee intervals prior to remittance โ€” avoid reliance on outdated informational packets or third-party sheets.

✦ NMC & FMGE

NMC Compliance, FMGE/NExT & Scholarships

What Indian students must know about practicing in India after an MBBS from Nanjing Medical University, plus the diverse institutional scholarship tracks available.

NMC / FMGL Compliance
Mandatory
Nanjing Medical University is officially listed by the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) and recognized under NMC rules. Indian students must hold a valid qualifying NEET scorecard to maintain regulatory eligibility for practicing in India post-return.
RegulatoryAll StudentsPre-Departure
FMGE / NExT Licensing Exam
Required Post-Return
Following graduation and completion of clinical clerkships, alumni must pass India's FMGE (or the upcoming NExT exam) to practice medicine locally. NMU's top-tier English-medium standards support strong outcomes for Indian candidates.
LicensingPost-MBBSIndia Practice
NMU Freshman Entrance Scholarship
Full / Partial Tuition
NMU features specific freshman entrance scholarships based on exceptional academic profiles (such as NEET scores), offering Full Tuition (covers 5% of intake), Half Tuition (10%), or Quarter Tuition (15%) allocations.
InstitutionalFreshman MeritTuition Relief
Nanjing Government & Jasmine Scholarships
Up to RMB 50,000
Excellent overseas applicants can compete for provincial Jasmine Jiangsu or Nanjing Municipal Government awards, providing performance-based financial support ranging from RMB 10,000 to full programmatic stipends.
GovernmentCompetitive SeatsProvincial Merit
✦ Campus Life

Life at Nanjing Medical University

Nanjing delivers a historic, highly dynamic, and technologically sophisticated environment for Indian medical scholars, optimizing student onboarding and safe urban transit.

Hostel & Accommodation
International students spend years 1โ€“4 at Jiangning Campus in modern, hotel-style dormitories (Building 7) featuring double rooms with attached bathrooms, AC, central heating, and shared laundry rooms. Year 5 shifts closer to clinical rotations at the central Wutai Campus.
Indian Community
A deep, extensive community of Indian medical scholars lives on campus. International student dining facilities provide diverse options, while active student groups celebrate major Indian festivals like Diwali and Holi.
Clinical Training
Unrivaled practical exposure across 24 directly affiliated tertiary hospitals (including the massive Jiangsu Province Hospital with over 3,000 beds), delivering robust clinical rotations and heavy patient interaction.
Visa & Support Services
NMU's specialized Office for International Students manages all administrative protocols, helping newly arrived students with local residence permits, medical exams, and multi-entry student visa extensions.
FMGE/NExT Preparation
Indian seniors organize highly structured peer networks and utilize online domestic testing platforms alongside university studies, maximizing readiness for Indian regulatory frameworks.
Location & Connectivity
With campuses in both the bustling Jiangning and Wutai core districts, students enjoy direct proximity to the Nanjing Metro network, unlocking safe, rapid, and economical access to the entire metropolis.
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