Many students choose Georgia, an Eurasian country, as their go-to destination for medical education. Many students travel to Georgia every year to study medicine or dental programs. It has led to a gradual increase in the number of medical universities in Georgia, primarily within or near Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia. Today, more than 30 universities in or around Tbilisi mainly focus on medical education. Here’s a list of all the approved medical universities in Tbilisi, Georgia.
A list showing the large number of medical universities in Tbilisi.
Why should you not choose Georgia for MBBS studies?
MBBS in Georgia is a trend across India, and I doubt there are any educational consultants who are not working for one of the several Georgian medical universities. Georgia was a great option a few years ago; however, for 2025 and beyond, the benefits of studying in Georgia are decreasing.
If you wonder why every other educational consultant still recommends Georgia, thump your back and read on, as not everybody reasons around it. Since you are interested, I will explain why you should not choose Georgia, and you’ll also be able to understand why everybody recommends Georgia even when they’re aware of its negatives. You can call these the disadvantages of studying MBBS in Georgia as well.
- Everybody is eligible & no entrance exam: Everybody gets accepted by Georgian universities irrespective of their past academic performance. On top of that, there are no entrance exams or interviews to filter out poor applications. This creates a non-competitive study environment.
- Too many universities: The number of universities (30+) in and around Tbilisi is rampant, resulting in excessive commercialization of medical education in the region. This has led to a shortage of experienced teaching faculty.
- Few hospitals for clinical practice and internships: While the number of universities and students in Tbilisi has grown, the number of hospitals has not. Hence, students fail to find enough opportunities for clinical practice and internships. Practical experience is one of the most essential elements of medical education, and scarcity can significantly affect a doctor’s ability to diagnose and treat.
- Admissions open throughout the year: Most Georgian universities have two intakes, i.e., September and March. The universities also don’t follow strict timelines, allowing admissions to run practically all year round. You can be enrolled even if you’re late for a semester or too early for the next one.
- There is no limit on the number of admissions per year: Georgian medical universities enroll too many students, as the legal limit is based on the campus’s constructed area only, leading to inadequate attention from the professors and other faculty members. Most admissions are from India, which affects the overall diversity one expects from a foreign study program.
- Doubts about NMC compatibility: There is uncertainty about the compatibility of an MBBS degree from Georgia with the NMC’s rules. The internship and license to practice rules in Georgia are not clearly laid out yet.
There are many red flags about studying MBBS in Georgia. Yet, it is a preferred destination for most educational consultants because it suits them from a business perspective. The admissions are easy, almost everybody gets accepted, and they make a good profit – that’s the destination that nearly every consultant wants!
That said, some good universities in Georgia also follow strict procedures and do not allow excess admissions. If you’re strictly considering Georgia, then you can choose from the following universities:
- Tbilisi State Medical University
- Tbilisi State University
- University of Georgia
We at Worlin Education Services strive to be different from the rest. We understand our responsibility as the quality of education we deliver today directly affects the healthcare quality we will receive tomorrow. Hence, we are constantly researching and identifying good options. The destinations we recommend are curated to ensure students benefit through good educational quality and solid career prospects post-completion.
In 2025, we recommend the following countries as better than Georgia. If you’re looking for alternatives to MBBS in Georgia, then this is the only list that you need.
Top 5 Best European alternatives to Georgia for MBBS studies
We are sticking with the European continent when finalizing our options because Europe offers the best mix of educational quality, global compliance, and career opportunities at an affordable cost.
1. Bosnia & Herzegovina 🇧🇦
Bosnia is a proper European country that offers one of the most affordable MBBS abroad options. Bosnia is a candidate for European Union membership and might become a member before you complete your education.
Although not all medical universities in Bosnia provide affordable programs, the MBBS program at the University of East Sarajevo only costs 3,600 Euros per year.
- University Hospital for clinical and internship
- Fully compliant with NMC requirements to practice in India
- Education is valid across Europe without any additional examinations
2. Serbia 🇷🇸
Serbia is a neighboring country to Bosnia. It is also bordered by Romania and Bulgaria, which are both members of the European Union and the Schengen zone. Serbia is also a candidate for membership in the European Union and the Schengen zone. The universities offer standardized and high-quality education with strict entry procedures. There are four recommended universities in Serbia.
- University of Krajeuvac
- University of Nis
- University of Belgrade
- University of Novi Sad
All of them are government universities with years of experience teaching and training medical professionals. The tuition fee in Serbia starts from 5,000 Euros per year. The admissions are based on an entrance exam to fill the available seats, and students from across the globe compete for them.
3. Romania 🇷🇴 (Schengen + EU 🇪🇺)
Romania is a great Schengen country to study and settle in. Romania has many public universities with hundreds of years of teaching experience. The overall cost of education in Romania is equivalent to that in good universities in Georgia. The best universities in Romania include.
- University of Oradea – Faculty of Medicine
- University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Craiova
- University of Medicine and Pharmacy Grigore T. Popa, Iasi
- Ovidius University of Constanța, Constanța
- Transilvania University of Brasov
- Lucian Blaga University
All of them are government universities with stringent enrollment criteria. Only students with good academic performance in school (10+2) get accepted. The tuition fee in Romania starts at 6,000 Euros per year.
4. Bulgaria 🇧🇬 (Schengen + EU 🇪🇺)
Bulgaria is another Schengen country in the same eastern European geography. Bulgaria is home to several highly-ranked medical universities, and students from various European countries arrive for its high-quality education, which is delivered at affordable fees compared to Western European countries. The top universities in Bulgaria are:
- Medical University of Sofia
- Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski
- Medical University, Pleven
- Medical University, Varna
- Dr. Assen Zlatarov University, Burgas
The tuition fee in Bulgaria is slightly higher than that in Romania.
5. Poland 🇵🇱 (Schengen + EU 🇪🇺)
Poland offers an excellent opportunity for medical students who want to settle in Europe. The fees are higher than in Romania and Bulgaria. However, you can pay in Poland after completing your education. Working in Poland offers good salary packages and excellent opportunities to study further or participate in research activities.
Apart from these, you can also look at Russia and Uzbekistan if you are on a tight budget.
So, these were our best alternatives to MBBS in Georgia. You can get in touch with us if you require any additional details. Our consultation charges and packages are among the lowest, while our services are of high quality.
