Foreign student to admit in the MBBS course, they must be passed the SSC/SLC/O-level/GCSE or equivalent examination with minimum 5 subjects and average mark minimum GPA-3.00.
Also pass in HSC/A-level/12- grade or equivalent examination with Biology, Chemistry & Physics average mark minimum GPA 3.00 but Minimum aggregate GPA in SSC/SL-level/GCSE and HSC/A- 12 grade or equivalent examination: 7.00 (seven) and Biology must be pass with GPA 3.50
All foreign students must be applying to the Director General of Health Service of Government of Bangladesh for equivalence certificate through the Bangladesh Embassy. All certificates/mark sheets/others certificate and passport photocopy are attested by respected country’s Education Board or Ministry of Education and authenticate by respective country Foreign Minister.
Government of Bangladesh sets the rules and procedures of admission of foreign students to all public and private medical colleges within its territory. Following are the steps that you need take if you want to get admitted into Private & Government Medical Colleges .
1. If you have the passport of a country having diplomatic relationship with Bangladesh you can apply for admission in MBBS course (Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery) in one of the public or private Medical Colleges in Bangladesh.
2. You must have 12 years of schooling, and your grades must have to be matched (Equivalency) with the Bangladeshi counterpart- SSC (Secondary School Certificate) & HSC (Higher Secondary School Certificate).
3. Your eligibility criteria for admission to MBBS course:
a. O-level (Equivalent to SSC) certificate: Minimum 5 subjects
b. A-level (Equivalent to HSC) Certificate: Must have Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
c. USA 12 grade completion certificate: Must have Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
d. Minimum GPA (After equivalency with SSC & HSC)= 7 (seven)
e. Minimum GPA in Biology= 3.5
4. You have to undertake the following steps if you decided to get admitted into BMC.
a. Get the photocopies of the following documents attested from the foreign ministry of your country.
i. School/College graduation certificates
ii. Mark/grade sheet
iii. School leaving certificate (Testimonial)
iv. Copy of Passport
v. Two passport size photographs of applicant
b. Download ‘MBBS admission form’ from the website of Bangladesh Foreign Ministry(www. mofa.gov.bd) and fill it up. You must mention your medical college of choice.
c. Pay $60 (Subject to change) in any bank of your country in favor of DGHS and get the receipt. (For more info. visit www.dghs.gov.org)
d. Deposit your attested documents, bank receipt and filled admission form to Bangladesh Embassy of your country for processing of Grade Equivalence and permission from Government of Bangladesh. You can do this job by yourself or by an Authorized Official Representatives.
Scholarship Opportunities
Merit-Based Scholarships
- Offered by various medical colleges in Bangladesh
- Based on academic performance and entrance exam scores
Need-Based Financial Aid
- For students from economically weaker sections
- Requires submission of financial documents and proof of income
Why Choose Bangladesh for MBBS?
High-Quality Education
Medical colleges in Bangladesh follow the curriculum approved by the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC) and are recognized by international bodies such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Medical Council of India (MCI).
Affordable Tuition Fees
Compared to other countries, the cost of medical education in Bangladesh is relatively low, making it an attractive option for students from various financial backgrounds.
English-Medium Instruction
All medical courses are taught in English, eliminating language barriers for international students.
FMGE/NEXT Coaching
Many medical colleges in Bangladesh offer coaching for the Foreign Medical Graduates Examination (FMGE) and the National Exit Test (NEXT), essential for students aiming to practice medicine in India.
