⚠️ Important Disambiguation: This page covers the
University of Georgia in Tbilisi, Georgia (the country in Caucasus region)
– a private university offering Medical Faculty (MD/MBBS equivalent) for international
students. This is NOT the University of Georgia (UGA) in Athens, Georgia, USA –
the American public research university. For the American UGA (USA), visit uga.edu.
For the Georgian University of Georgia Tbilisi (Medical Faculty for Indian students),
continue reading below.
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
University Name | University of Georgia (UG) – Tbilisi, Georgia |
Also Known As | UG Tbilisi, Georgian University, University of Georgia Medical Faculty |
Established | 2004 |
Location | 77a Kostava Street, Tbilisi, Georgia |
Type | Private University (Accredited by Ministry of Education & Science of Georgia) |
Course Offered | Doctor of Medicine (MD) – 6 Years (MBBS Equivalent) |
Medium of Instruction | English (International Batch) & Georgian |
Annual Tuition Fee | USD 5,000 – 8,000 (₹4.15 – 6.64 Lakh) |
Total 6-Year Cost | USD 45,000 – 73,200 (₹37.3 – 60.7 Lakh approx. all-inclusive) |
Hostel/Accommodation | USD 1,800 – 4,800 per year |
NMC Recognition | ✅ Yes (Eligible for NExT/FMGE) Verify at nmc.org.in |
WHO Listing | ✅ Yes (WDOMS Listed) |
NEET Requirement | Mandatory for Indian Students |
Nearest Airport | Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) – 18-20 km |
Climate | Mild Continental (Winters: -2°C to -5°C) |
Official Website |
Admission Event | Expected Dates 2026-27 |
|---|---|
NEET UG 2026 Examination | May 2026 |
NEET Result Declaration | June 2026 |
UG Tbilisi Application Window | April – September 2026 (Rolling) |
Document Submission | June – September 2026 |
Acceptance Letter Issuance | Rolling basis (June–Sept) |
Georgia Study Visa Application | July – September 2026 |
Travel to Tbilisi | August – October 2026 |
Commencement of Classes | September/October 2026 |
Expense Category | Annual Cost (USD) | Annual Cost (INR Approx.) | 6-Year Total (USD) | 6-Year Total (INR Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tuition Fee | $5,000 – $8,000 | ₹4.15 – 6.64 Lakh | $30,000 – $48,000 | ₹24.9 – 39.8 Lakh |
Accommodation | $1,800 – $4,800 | ₹1.49 – 3.98 Lakh | $10,800 – $28,800 | ₹9.0 – 24.0 Lakh |
Food & Groceries | $1,800 – $3,600 | ₹1.49 – 2.98 Lakh | $10,800 – $21,600 | ₹9.0 – 18.0 Lakh |
Local Transport | $120 – $300 | ₹10,000 – 25,000 | $720 – $1,800 | ₹60,000 – 1.5 Lakh |
Health Insurance | $150 – $350 | ₹12,500 – 29,000 | $900 – $2,100 | ₹75,000 – 1.75 Lakh |
Books & Misc. | $500 – $900 | ₹41,500 – 75,000 | $3,000 – $5,400 | ₹2.5 – 4.5 Lakh |
GRAND TOTAL | $7,500 – $12,200 | ₹6.2 – 10.1 Lakh | $45,000 – $73,200 | ₹37.3 – 60.7 Lakh |
University | Type | Annual Tuition (USD) | Established | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
University of Georgia (UG) | Private | $5,000 – $8,000 | 2004 | Modern, Comprehensive Private Uni |
Tbilisi State Medical (TSMU) | Public | $6,000 – $8,000 | 1918 | Oldest, Most Prestigious |
David Tvildiani (DTMU) | Private | $5,000 – $7,000 | 2001 | Strong Research Focus |
Caucasus Int. Univ (CIU) | Private | $4,500 – $6,500 | 1995 | Affordable Option |
Year | Phase | Key Subjects | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | Pre-Clinical | Anatomy, Histology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Medical Ethics, Georgian Language | Foundation sciences & language basics |
Year 2 | Pre-Clinical | Advanced Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology | Disease mechanisms & body systems |
Year 3 | Para-Clinical | Pathological Anatomy, Pharmacology, Propaedeutics, Forensic Medicine, Public Health | Transition to clinical skills |
Year 4 | Clinical | Internal Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry | Core clinical rotations begin |
Year 5 | Clinical | Advanced Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dermatology | Advanced specialty rotations |
Year 6 | Internship | Full clinical hospital rotations + Final State Examination | Practical mastery & final assessment |
Type | Monthly Cost (USD) | Features |
|---|---|---|
University Dormitory | $100 – $250 | Shared rooms, basic amenities, communal kitchen, Wi-Fi, security |
Private Flat (Shared) | $150 – $350 per person | More privacy, kitchen, better facilities, near campus (Most Popular) |
Private Flat (Single) | $300 – $600 | Full privacy, self-catering, flexible location |
Homestay | $200 – $400 (incl. meals) | Cultural immersion, home-cooked meals |
The University of Georgia (UG) Tbilisi Medical Faculty is the medical
program offered by the University of Georgia – a private university in Tbilisi, Republic
of Georgia (Caucasus country – NOT Georgia, USA). UG Tbilisi offers a 6-year MD
(Doctor of Medicine) program recognized as MBBS equivalent for Indian students.
WHO Listed: Yes. NMC India Recognized: Yes (verify at nmc.org.in).
ECFMG USA: Yes. GMC UK: Yes. Established: 2004. Location: 77a Kostava Street, Tbilisi.
Official website: ug.edu.ge.
University of Georgia Tbilisi fees 2026-27: Annual tuition approximately
USD 5,000 – 8,000 per year (Rs 4.15 – 6.64 LPA). Total 6-year tuition approximately
USD 30,000 – 48,000 (Rs 24.90 – 39.84 Lakh). Total annual budget including accommodation
and living: approximately USD 7,500 – 12,200 (Rs 6.22 – 10.12 LPA). Total 6-year
all-inclusive budget approximately Rs 37.3 – 60.7 Lakh.
University of Georgia Tbilisi is listed as NMC recognized and WHO listed.
However, it is strongly recommended to verify the current NMC recognition status at
nmc.org.in
before finalizing admission, as NMC recognition statuses are subject to periodic review
and updates. Indian graduates from UG Tbilisi must pass the NMC NExT examination after
graduation to practice medicine in India.
Yes, NEET UG 2026 is mandatory for all Indian students seeking MBBS/MD
at University of Georgia Tbilisi or any NMC-recognized foreign medical university. Per
NMC guidelines, without a valid NEET scorecard, Indian students cannot be admitted and
will be ineligible for NExT after graduation. Minimum qualifying percentile: 50th for
General/EWS, 40th for SC/ST/OBC. Register at nta.ac.in.
No – these are completely different institutions. The University of
Georgia (UGA) in Athens, Georgia, USA (uga.edu) is a major American public research
university established in 1785 – famous for Georgia Bulldogs football. The University
of Georgia (UG) in Tbilisi, Georgia (the country in the Caucasus region) at ug.edu.ge
is a private Georgian university established in 2004 offering medical, law, and business
programs. This page covers exclusively the Tbilisi, Georgia (country) institution’s
Medical Faculty for Indian MBBS students.
University of Georgia Tbilisi ranking: Listed in WHO World Directory
of Medical Schools. NMC India recognized (verify at nmc.org.in). ECFMG USA recognized.
GMC UK listed. Webometrics ranked. Accredited by Georgian Ministry of Education and
NCEQE (National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement, Georgia). Among Georgia’s
recognized private universities. For MBBS abroad decisions, WHO listing and NMC
recognition are more critical than general academic rankings.
After MD from University of Georgia Tbilisi: Pass NMC NExT + 12-month
internship + State Medical Council registration for India practice. NEET PG for MD/MS
specialization. UPSC CMS or State PSC Medical Officer. NHS UK via PLAB 1 and 2.
USA residency via USMLE Steps 1, 2, 3. Middle East practice via DHA/MOH. Georgian
medical residency. Medical research, pharma, health-tech careers.
Tbilisi, Georgia is rated as an excellent student city for Indian MBBS students
due to: mild climate (winters only -2 to -5°C – far warmer than Russia), affordable
living costs, multiple Indian restaurants and halal food availability, growing Indian
student community, safety (Georgia consistently among Europe’s safest countries), visa
on arrival for Indian nationals (verify current policy), Indian bank cards working
normally (unlike Russia), and only 1.5 hours time zone difference from India.
