MBBS

Both are acceptable, but MS + 3-year MCh is more traditional and widely acceptable with the strong surgical background. The 5-year direct MCh (after MBBS) is a new one and is offered in fewer colleges. It is time-efficient but may lack general surgery exposure. Further, the decision is based on career goals and performance in exams.

Indian students must get at least 50% marks in NEET UG exam to get qualifying score and pursue MBBS degree in Nepal. Apart from this, they must get at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Class 12. Some additional requirements for Indian students are mentioned below-
Some other non academic requirements are-

• 17 years of age before Dec
• Passport with min 18 months of validity
• Medical fitness certificate clinic or hospital

If you go for MBBS degree from recognized university in Nepal, it is definitely valid in India. After graduating with an MBBS degree from Nepal you must pass the National Exit test, also known as NEXT to gain a license to practice further, in India. This test is recognized and administered by the National Medical Commission (NMC) which allows students with an abroad medical degree to practice in India. 

While most universities in Nepal do not clear submission of IELTS score, Indian students are advised to take up exam to meet English language requirements. Listed below are the minimum score requirements:

Indian students must meet admission requirements mentioned below for MBBS in Nepal-

• A medical fitness certificate from a registered clinic or hospital.
• A minimum of 50 - 60% aggregate marks in the above-mentioned subjects;
• Senior Secondary Higher Education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology;
• NEET-UG entrance exam qualification;
• Must be at least 17 years of age before December end of the admission year; and
• Valid passport with at least 18 months of validity

Note: Some universities may require the Medical Education Commission Entrance Examination (MECEE) in addition to NEET.

Yes Indian students can avail scholarships offered for MBBS in Nepal. Studying abroad is big step that student take for their career and managing expenses including tuition fee and living costs which play deciding factor in this decision. Here is where scholarships come in and help students study in their dream college by cutting down portion of their expenses. Here are some scholarships offered by MBBS universities in Nepal that are available for Indian students-

• Narotam Sekhsaria's Scholarships
• Hani Zeini Scholarship
• Unimoni Student Stars
• Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Scholarships