Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, NEET is mandatory for all Indian students seeking MBBS admission — whether in India or abroad — as per NMC (National Medical Commission) guidelines. You need a minimum qualifying score (50th percentile for General category, 40th for SC/ST/OBC). Without a valid NEET score, Indian students cannot get admission to any MBBS program anywhere.

As per NMC norms, General category students need at least the 50th percentile in NEET, and SC/ST/OBC students need the 40th percentile. Specific colleges may have higher requirements. Our counselors will guide you on which colleges are accessible at your score.

You must have:
• Completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB)
• Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB (40% for reserved categories)
• Be at least 17 years old at the time of admission
• A valid NEET qualifying score

Yes, graduates from NMC/WHO recognized foreign medical colleges can appear for the FMGE / NExT (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination / National Exit Test) conducted by NMC to obtain a license to practice in India. All partner colleges Neriah works with are WHO and NMC recognized.

The most popular and NMC-approved destinations are:
• Russia – Excellent infrastructure, affordable fees (~$5,000/yr)
• Georgia – English medium, modern colleges (~$5,500/yr)
• Uzbekistan – Rapidly growing medical education (~$4,500/yr)
• Kazakhstan – WHO recognized, good FMGE results (~$4,800/yr)
• Kyrgyzstan, Bangladesh, Mauritius – Also popular options

Each country has pros and cons — our counselors help you choose based on your profile.

Yes, all our partner colleges offer MBBS in English medium. In countries like Russia and Uzbekistan, the local language is also taught as a subject, which helps during clinical rotations.

You can verify any college on the NMC official website. Neriah only works with NMC/WHO approved colleges — we share recognition certificates during our counseling session. Never join a college that isn't verified.

State Government Colleges: Government-funded, very low fees (₹10,000–₹50,000/yr) but extremely competitive cutoffs based on NEET merit & state quota.

Deemed Universities: Private institutions with management quota seats. Higher fees (₹15–25 lakh/yr) but more accessible for students with moderate NEET scores. Neriah helps with both.

For management quota seats in Deemed Universities, typically a NEET score of 300–450+ is sufficient depending on the college. NRI quota may need higher scores. Our counselors will shortlist the best options for your score range.

Total cost (tuition + hostel + food) for the entire 6-year MBBS program typically ranges from:
• Russia: ₹25–35 lakhs
• Georgia: ₹28–38 lakhs
• Uzbekistan: ₹22–32 lakhs

We provide a detailed fee breakdown for every college during counseling — no hidden costs.

Yes, most major Indian banks (SBI, Bank of Baroda, Axis, HDFC, etc.) offer education loans for MBBS abroad ranging from ₹15–40 lakhs. We assist students with:
• Loan application guidance
• Document checklist for banks
• Connecting with approved NBFC partners

Our initial counseling is completely free. A service fee is applicable only after you confirm admission and we begin processing documents. All fees are disclosed upfront — no hidden charges at any stage.

Typically 4–8 weeks from document submission to arrival:
• Counseling & shortlisting: 1–3 days
• Application & offer letter: 1–2 weeks
• Fee payment & confirmation: 1–2 weeks
• Visa processing: 2–4 weeks

We begin early to meet intake deadlines (July–September for most universities).

Core documents required:
• 10th & 12th marksheets (originals + attested copies)
• NEET scorecard
• Valid passport (minimum 2 years validity)
• Birth certificate
• 10 recent passport-size photographs
• Medical fitness certificate
• Police clearance certificate

We guide you on translations, apostille, and attestation requirements for each country.

Our post-arrival support includes:
• Airport pickup coordination with the university
• Hostel & accommodation setup
• Pre-departure orientation on local culture & survival tips
• Dedicated point of contact for any post-arrival issues

Neriah students are never left alone after admission — we maintain contact throughout your MBBS journey.

All our partner universities have a significant Indian student community. Indian food, temples, and cultural communities are available near most campuses in Russia, Georgia, and Uzbekistan. Our pre-departure orientation prepares students for local life. Safety records at our partner institutions are excellent.