Central University of Europe – Faculty of Medicine, Kutaisi: Complete Guide

Georgia has become a familiar name for Indian families comparing MBBS in Georgia for Indian students: English-taught programs, a European-style degree structure and tuition that some universities publish openly. One option in western Georgia is the Central University of Europe Faculty of Medicine Kutaisi, which runs a six-year Medical Doctor (MD) program in English.

This guide brings together what the university itself publishes about the program, fees, admission steps and facilities, and keeps that separate from general advice. The details were checked against official pages in October 2026 and can change, so please confirm them with the university before applying.

About Central University of Europe, Kutaisi

Central University of Europe (CUE) was founded in 1991 in Kutaisi and describes itself as the first private higher education institution in Western Georgia. It is an authorise university in Georgia with two faculties: Medicine, and Social Sciences, Business and Law.

The Faculty of Medicine states that it aims to train competent, patient-friendly doctors. It also reports membership of international medical education bodies, including AMEE and the Association of Medical Schools in Europe (AMSE).

CUE has a separate Tbilisi campus with its own MD program and fee. Everything in this article applies to Kutaisi only.

Medical Doctor Program at the Kutaisi Campus

The university's official programme page lists the Kutaisi Medical Doctor program. Its 2025–26 program catalogue gives the core structure:

Curriculum and clinical skills

The program covers biomedical, behavioural, clinical and social sciences. Stated learning outcomes include taking a patient history, ordering and interpreting investigations, prescribing, emergency care, communication and research skills. Several practical procedures, such as venous cannulation, injections and suturing, are listed as being practiced on simulators. Each course combines mid-term assessment (60%) with a final exam (40%).

Clinical placements

The Faculty mentions a network of partner clinics for clinical experience. The pages reviewed do not name hospitals or give a rotation schedule, so ask the admissions office for these details in writing.

Central University of Europe Fees

According to the university's international acceptance page, tuition for the Medical Doctor programme at the Kutaisi campus is US$5,000 per year. The Tbilisi campus lists US$5,500 per year. The page does not state which academic year the figure applies to, or whether it stays fixed for all six years, so confirm both before paying.

This is tuition only. Accommodation, food, health insurance, travel, visa costs and personal expenses are separate, and the university does not publish one figure for them. Ask the university and current students for realistic estimates rather than relying on rough numbers found online.

Eligibility and Admission Requirements for Indian Students

For international applicants, the university describes this process:

1.      Complete the online application form and attach proof of education, a passport copy and, for Indian citizens applying to medicine, a NEET certificate.

2.      The admissions office checks the documents and emails eligibility for a remote English test covering speaking, listening and reading.

3.      Applicants who pass receive further instructions, sign an agreement and pay tuition.

4.      The university then issues the documents needed for a study visa.

The pages reviewed do not publish minimum PCB marks, application deadlines or an application fee, so confirm these directly. The catalogue also mentions Georgia's Unified National Examinations, but that describes the route for Georgian applicants. International students follow the procedure above. Our NEET UG counselling page explains how NEET fits into the wider admission journey.

NEET and NMC requirements

Indian students must also meet Indian rules, separately from the university's own requirements. Under the National Medical Commission's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate Regulations, 2021, applicants are expected to qualify NEET-UG, complete at least 54 months of medical instruction plus a 12-month internship in the same foreign institution, and then complete a further internship in India and pass the licensing examination. Rules can change, so read the latest notices on the National Medical Commission website.

Campus Facilities and Student Learning

The Faculty says it has a clinical skills development centre where students practise procedures on moulages and mannequins, along with biochemistry, histology, physiology and microbiology/immunology laboratories. The Dean's message also mentions a 3D anatomical theatre, an interactive body cabinet, simulation laboratories, library and electronic resources, and an examination centre.

These are the university's own descriptions. You can check them through the university's virtual tour, an open day, or conversations with current students.

Recognition, Accreditation and Important Checks

The university states that its English-language Medical Doctor programme is accredited under Georgian legislation, with standards based on those of the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). It also says the Faculty appears in the World Directory of Medical Schools, which you can search yourself to confirm.

Accreditation in Georgia does not automatically mean a graduate can practise medicine in India. Before paying any fee, verify:

•       that the course length and structure meet the NMC's 54-month requirement;

•       how and where the 12-month internship will be completed;

•       the current NMC licensing conditions, which we track on our NMC updates page; and

•       fee, refund and visa terms in writing.

Is Central University of Europe, Kutaisi Worth Considering?

Among medical universities in Kutaisi, Georgia, CUE may suit students who want an English-taught, six-year Medical Doctor programme in a smaller city, with a published tuition figure and simulation-based skills training.

There are points to weigh carefully: limited public detail on clinical placements, total living costs, and whether the programme structure and internship arrangements will satisfy NMC requirements in your case. No ranking is claimed here. The right choice depends on your budget, NEET status, career plans and comfort with studying abroad, so compare it with other options before deciding.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is Central University of Europe located?

The Faculty of Medicine's Kutaisi campus is at Tsereteli Street 13, Kutaisi, in western Georgia. The university also has a separate campus in Tbilisi.

2. How long is the Medical Doctor programme at Kutaisi?

The programme runs for six years (12 semesters) and carries 360 ECTS credits, according to the university's 2025–26 catalogue.

3. What is the official tuition fee?

The university's international acceptance page lists US$5,000 per year for the Kutaisi Medical Doctor programme. This excludes living costs. Confirm the applicable academic year with the university.

4. Is the programme taught in English?

Yes. English is the stated language of instruction, and international applicants take a remote English test as part of admission.

5. What should Indian students verify before applying?

Check NEET and NMC requirements, the 54-month course and 12-month internship conditions, the fee and refund terms, accreditation status and clinical training arrangements. Get key answers from the university in writing.

Conclusion

The Central University of Europe Faculty of Medicine Kutaisi offers a six-year, English-taught Medical Doctor programme with a published tuition fee of US$5,000 per year, a clear international application process and simulation-based clinical skills training. Several important details, including clinical placements, deadlines and living costs, are not published on the pages reviewed and need direct confirmation.

If you would like help comparing options, understanding NMC requirements or planning your application, contact All About Doctor for admission guidance. You can also explore other MBBS abroad destinations before you decide.