Published at : 2026-07-30 18:46:00 | Views: 2,039
Most Indian families that are looking at getting an MBBS in Uzbekistan are asking the same question: “Is qualifying for NEET enough, or should I aim for a higher score?”. The answer is complicated, but you have to understand the NEET requirements and the changing regulations to avoid wasting time and your money to get a degree that isn’t recognized in India.
This article breaks down the NEET requirements for Indian students hoping to go to Uzbekistan in 2026, the latest changes in NMC regulations, and the fees, admission procedures, eligibility, and career prospects that come with it.
With the 2026 regulations in place, Indian students only need to qualify NEET-UG with the minimum required marks, and, importantly, without the need to secure an entrance exam rank. Moreover, there are no entrance exams for the universities in Uzbekistan, and they also do not have a high NEET score requirement; they do, however, expect proof that you have met the qualifying requirement.
Many people find this part confusing. Uzbekistani universities do not consider NEET for shortlisting or ranking candidates. Admission relies on document verification and eligibility. Why is NEET even significant?
You want to take NEET to do what you want to do after graduation. NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) Regulations, 2021 state that for Indian students who pursue a medical degree outside India, NEET-UG must be cleared before they are eligible to sit for the National Exit Test (NExT) or to obtain permanent medical registration in India. Without this requirement, you can do as much as you want in the way of pursuing excellent studies overseas, but you will not be able to practice in India.
Applying to MBBS programs in Uzbekistan involves some requirements beyond passing NEET. Similar to most programs, the eligibility criteria generally include:
Completion of Secondary school education
50% marks in PCB aggregate (relaxed marks criteria for OBC/SC/ST candidates is 40%)
Class 12 with English as the medium of instruction
Applicant should be minimum of 17 years by 31st December of the year of enrollment
Applicants must have valid NEET-UG scorecard with qualifying marks (as per respective category) prior to application
There is no stipulated minimum rank; only a qualifying score which has slight variations in cutoff each year
NEET score will be considered only of applicant fulfills the requirements of NMC
Category | Approx Minimum Qualifying Marks (NEET-UG) |
General | ~213 out of 720 |
OBC / SC / ST | ~177 out of 720 |
Exact qualifying marks for the NEET exam are announced by NTA annually after the exam and are subject to minor variations based on the exam's difficulty. Please check the most current (and past) qualifying marks for NEET exam on the official NTA NEET portal.
Here's the update most students fail to read. Even fully qualifying NEET does not prevent you from obtaining a degree that fails to meet the standards set in India if the university fails to comply in the same regard.
In 2026, the NMC issued a warning after some Uzbek institutions were placed on general recognition lists while failing to meet FMGL Regulations in practice. Listed below are some shortcomings that were observed. Many institutions had inadequate clinical training and intake exceeding the approved limit along with inconsistent instruction in the English medium.
What does this mean for you? Having qualified NEET does not ensure that you are eligible to practice in India. You will also need to prove that your institution is currently compliant, and not listed in the past. With the NMC no longer publishing a permanent public list of approved institutions, it is crucial to verify your institution against recent NMC circulars and the WDOMS database.
The admission process for MBBS in Uzbekistan for Indian Students is easy once you meet ND and other educational requirements. The steps are:
Take the NEET UG and qualify before applying.
Choose 3-5 universities that are NMC compliant and check the latest notices.
Submit an online application on the official university website and upload the required documents.
Invite or accept letters will be sent in due course.
Apply for the student visa and complete the medical and insurance formalities.
Travel to Uzbekistan, complete on campus registration and pay tuition for the first year.
Certificates and mark sheets for 10th and 12th
NEET-UG scorecard
Valid passport
Passport size photographs as per the university requirement
Passport copy and other ID documents as per the university requirement
Costs are significantly lower than attending private universities in India:
Cost Component | Approx. Total (6 Years) |
Tuition, hostel, and mess | ₹18–24 lakh |
Visa, insurance, and other expenses | ₹3–4 lakh |
Total Approx. Cost | ₹22–28 lakh |
These are estimates. Check with the universities for the current costs.
In Uzbekistan, MBBS is 6 years: 5 years of study and 1 year of internship. The internship has to be done at the same university. According to the NMC FMGL rules, the internship cannot be done in more than one country.
Tashkent Medical Academy
Samarkand State Medical University
Bukhara State Medical Institute
Andijan State Medical Institute
Fergana Medical Institute
It is advised that you check the latest NMC compliance status before applying to the listed universities as the advisory updates the status of universities of a specific country which is generally termed as the best.
Much cheaper than private medical colleges in India.
No entrance exam; only document verification required.
Medium of instruction in English, with more Indian faculty joining.
Direct and fast flights from India.
WHO acknowledged degrees from WDOMS listed universities.
Not all listed universities comply with FMGL, despite widespread acknowledgment.
Admission requires qualifying NEET, which after admission does not count for NExT.
NExT must be qualified to practice in India, which requires a lot of dedication.
Many universities are criticized for a high intake and below standard clinical practices.
Total cost may change as currency and policies shift.
Indian licensing requires NExT and the NMC verification.
PG in India is possible via NEET PG; other options are PG outside India.
WDOMS listed universities allow pathway to USMLE, PLAB and Gulf countries licensing; viable option to practice internationally.
General practice and public health are options after NExT.
Detail | Information |
NEET Requirement | Yes, qualifying marks only, no rank needed |
Timing Requirement | Must qualify NEET before admission |
Approx. Qualifying Marks | ~213 (General), ~177 (SC/ST/OBC) |
Course Duration | 5 years + 1-year internship |
Approx. Total Cost | ₹22–28 lakh |
Recognizing Bodies | WHO/WDOMS, NMC (India) |
Yes. According to NMC's FMGL Regulations, Indian students must qualify NEET-UG before taking admission in any foreign medical university, including Uzbekistan.
No. Unlike Indian government medical colleges, admission to universities in Uzbekistan is based only on score cutoff.
No. NEET should be qualified before taking admission, as qualifying it later will not satisfy NMC’s eligibility requirement for NExT and Indian registration.
Not necessarily. NMC has identified some universities and institutions with compliance issues, even though they are generally recognized, so always check with NMC and WDOMS for the latest updates.
Total cost for the six-year program, including tuition, hostel, and living expenses is usually between ₹22 lakh and ₹28 lakh.
Graduates need to clear NExT and complete foreign degree verification by NMC to receive permanent registration in India.
Competing for rank is not how NEET for MBBS in Uzbekistan operates. Instead, prospective students need to satisfy a qualifying criterion at a particular time before applying for their medical degree. In addition, students must consider universities that have been verified to be compliant as opposed to relying on outdated lists of recognition. Once the two components are met, students may see an affordable and accessible route to a medical degree. Before you decide to study MBBS in Uzbekistan make sure to check the most up to date NMC advisories and WDOMS listings to confirm the universities on your shortlist. Spending a few hours to verify the information may save you years of inconveniences.