Medical aspirants who cannot secure a seat in India due to excessive competition are always suggested to go to foreign countries for gaining a medical degree. Various destinations can be chosen by these aspirants like Russia, Ukraine, China, the United States of America, etc. Among all these places Georgia happens to be one of the most preferred destinations.

Georgia happens to one of those places in the world where the people are friendly and provides a great education. The cost of education is also less in comparison to the private colleges in India and the Georgian Government Universities are also recognized by NMC(MCI), the National Medical Council.

Among various other Universities that are present in Georgia offering state of the art medical education with updated infrastructure Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University happens to be the most prominent one.

The University is set in the city of Batumi, the capital of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara, Georgia. Batumi is 372 Km far from Tbilisi. This university was established in 1895 and is named on behalf of famous Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli the University houses about 5,500 students and is a non-profit organization. Being there for so long the University though maintains its old charm and tradition, yet offers new dimensions of teaching like its online courses. 

For admission in MBBS a student needs to have the following:-

• Minimum 17 years of age
• 50% marks in higher secondary education from a recognized board in India with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as the main subjects. For SC/ ST and OBC candidates 40% marks are required.
• Must have qualified NEET exams with a minimum qualify score, For open category 50 percentile and for reserve category 40 percentile

The total cost of studies is 26000$ (18,00,000 INR.) for the six years course in Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University which is much lesser in comparison to the Indian private medical colleges

Among various other advantages these are the main ones:-

• No entrance test
• No IELTS or TOEFL is required for admission.
• The medium of instruction is English.
• The cost of studies is much lesser than the Private Indian medical Colleges 
• There is no capitation fee or donation.
• The course curriculum is approved by WHO, NMC/MCI, the education ministry of Georgia and many other International Medical bodies. 
• The quality of education is world-class and is at-par to any other University.

For the MBBS course from this University, the student has to pursue a 6-year course which consist 1 year of internship also.

• The application form
• A valid passport
• A transfer certificate and migration from the earlier Institution.
• Birth Certificate and Identity proof
• The original mark sheet and copy of higher secondary education
• NEET examination results.

The University undoubtedly offers the best medical education and getting admission is also not difficult. However, it is always preferred to go through a reliable career counselor while going for these types of courses abroad. Many such counselors offer services right from inception to the admission of students and are a real help for aspirants and their families. 

• The Georgian medical universities are Government (NMC/MCI) & WHO (World Health of Organization) approved.
• Georgian medical degree is globally recognized.
• To study in Georgia there is no need to pay any donation or capitation fee.
• No separate entrance test will be conducted by the university.
• The standard of living is very high in Georgia.
• Students do not require to appear for IELTS/TOFEL to take admission in Georgia.
• We provide Indian Mess for our students in Georgia.
• Indian Food & Indian Restaurants are also available in Georgia.
• They provide world-class education, which will help to build your career.
• They maintain their quality of education.
• Tuition Fee is affordable in Georgia.
• To help our Indian student university have Indian teachers also in Georgia.
• Unlike, other country for safety of students separate hostel available for Boys & Girls.
• During their study Students can also prepare for USMLE.
• Most of the hospitals of Georgia use the latest technology so students will get the opportunity to learn new technology.
• There are some Universities in Georgia, which provide scholarships for meritorious students.

• Country Name: – Georgia
• Capital: – Tbilisi
• Currency: – 1 Georgian ‘Lari’ = 31.08 INR (May change)
• First and Second
• Language: – Georgia and English
• Indian Restaurants: – Available
• Indian Mess: – Yes
• Indian Restaurant: Available
• Travel Time: – 8 – 12 Hrs
• Climate: – -4°c – 30°c
• Course Duration:- 6 Years
• International Airport location: – Tbilisi International Airport

• Screening Test (NEXT) / MCI / FMGE Coaching Assistance
• USMLE Coaching Assistance
• Indian Hostel
• Indian Mess
• Parents Stay
• Practice in Hospital 

Students have to give 12 exams in 6 years. There will be a total of 12 semesters in 6 years; each semester will be for 5 months. Every year Students will get a vacation for 45 days (Approx). The exam will be conducted in the month of April and September.