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

Many Indian families researching MBBS in Georgia for Indian students look first at the capital, Tbilisi, because it offers a larger city setting, public transport and an international student community. Central University of Europe Tbilisi is the campus where the university's Faculty of Medicine runs its Medical Doctor (MD) programme in the capital, taught in English.

This guide uses the university's own published information to explain the programme, fees, admission steps and facilities of the Tbilisi campus only. It does not apply to the Kutaisi campus, which has a different fee. Details were checked in October 2026 and can change, so confirm them with the university before applying.

About Central University of Europe, Tbilisi

Central University of Europe (CUE) was founded in 1991 in Kutaisi and has campuses in both Kutaisi and Tbilisi. At the Tbilisi campus, the Faculty of Medicine offers the Medical Doctor programme. The Tbilisi campus page gives the address as 77 Merab Kostava Street, Tbilisi, and says the campus is near a metro station.

The university also describes Tbilisi as an international student hub with affordable living conditions and good public transport. These are the university's own claims, so compare them with the experience of current students.

Medical Doctor Programme at Tbilisi Campus

The university's Tbilisi programme page is the official listing. The core details below come from the university's 2025–26 programme catalogue and its international acceptance page:

The 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 practised on simulators. Each course combines mid-term assessment (60%) with a final exam (40%).

Central University of Europe Tbilisi Fees

The university's international acceptance page lists tuition for the Tbilisi Medical Doctor programme at US$5,500 per year. The Kutaisi campus lists US$5,000 per year, so do not mix the two figures. The page does not state the academic year the fee applies to, or whether it stays fixed for six years, so ask the university to confirm both in writing.

This is tuition only. Accommodation, food, health insurance, travel, visa costs and personal expenses are separate. The Tbilisi campus page has a section on living expenses, but I could not confirm any figures from it, so this article does not estimate a total cost. Ask the university and current students for current numbers.

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 Tbilisi programme page also lists Georgia's Unified National Examinations, which is 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 rules apply separately from the university's 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

According to the Tbilisi campus page, the campus has lecture halls, a library, anatomy and biochemistry laboratories, immunology and microbiology laboratories, a simulation centre, and histology and pathology training rooms.

The Faculty of Medicine also describes a clinical skills development centre where students practise procedures on moulages and mannequins. That description is faculty-wide, so ask whether the centre is on the Tbilisi campus and how often students use it. The university's virtual tour and open days can help you check these claims.

Recognition and Accreditation

The university states that it is an authorised university in Georgia and that its English-language Medical Doctor programme is accredited by Georgia's National Center for the Development of Quality in Education, using World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) standards. It also says the Faculty of Medicine appears in the World Directory of Medical Schools, which you can search yourself to confirm.

Georgian accreditation does not automatically give a graduate permission to practise medicine in India. Indian eligibility depends on NMC rules, not on the university's status alone.

Important Things Indian Students Should Check Before Applying

•       Course structure: confirm that the programme meets the NMC's 54-month requirement and covers the subjects the NMC expects.

•       Clinical training: ask which hospitals are used, when clinical rotations begin and how many students share each rotation.

•       Internship: confirm how and where the 12-month internship will be completed, as the NMC expects it in the same institution.

•       Total fees: get tuition, refund policy, accommodation and other charges in writing.

•       Documentation: keep copies of the agreement and receipts, and check current requirements on our NMC updates page.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is Central University of Europe Tbilisi located?

The Tbilisi campus is at 77 Merab Kostava Street, Tbilisi, Georgia, according to the campus page. The university's other campus is in Kutaisi.

2. How long is its Medical Doctor programme?

Six years (12 semesters), with 360 ECTS credits, according to the university's 2025–26 catalogue.

3. What is the annual tuition fee for international students?

The university lists US$5,500 per year for the Tbilisi 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 during admission.

5. What should Indian students verify before admission?

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

Conclusion

Central University of Europe Tbilisi offers a six-year, English-taught Medical Doctor programme at 77 Merab Kostava Street, with listed tuition of US$5,500 per year and a clear international application process. Important details, including deadlines, living costs and clinical placements, 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.

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