NEET Eligibility Criteria for MBBS Abroad 2025

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Nowadays, a lot of students prefer to study MBBS abroad, keeping in mind the high competition and limited seat availability in India. On the other hand, MBBS abroad 2025 will open new doorways to then knowing the NEET eligibility criteria for MBBS abroad is a must. This is because, as per the latest NMC guidelines, qualifying for the NEET exam is mandatory for Indian students opting for foreign medical universities. In this article, we will delve into the NEET eligibility criteria that every Indian MBBS aspirant must meet.

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NEET Eligibility Criteria for MBBS Abroad 2025

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NEET for MBBS Abroad 2025: Key Highlights

Feature	Details
Name of the exam	NEET-UG 2025
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Date of Exam	May 4, 2025
Mode	Pen and Paper (Offline)
Duration of Exam	3 hours 20 minutes
Total Marks	720
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Minimum NEET Qualification	50th percentile (UR), 40th (SC/ST/OBC), 45th (PWD)

Why is NEET mandatory for MBBS abroad for Indian students?

Is NEET required for studying abroad? Yes, as per the NMC guidelines, if an Indian student wants to pursue an MBBS degree from a foreign university and intends to practice medicine in India after graduation, it is mandatory to appear and qualify for NEET-UG. NEET is a prerequisite for demonstrating eligibility to become a doctor in India, irrespective of where the MBBS has been done.

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NEET Eligibility Criteria for MBBS Abroad for Indian Students

If you are an Indian student and want to apply for MBBS in any foreign country, then these are the requirements that you must meet:

Age requirement: While there is no upper limit, the MBBS applicant must be at least 17 years old on 31st December of the year he/she is applying.
Academic qualification: Must complete 12th grade with at least 50% in physics, chemistry, and biology.
Minimum NEET score: Must secure the minimum NEET qualifying marks for the respective class category.
Other requirements: Some universities might also have some additional requirements for MBBS admission, like university-specific entrance exams, interviews, SOPs, or LORs.
Valid NEET scores: The submitted NEET scores should be valid
Language proficiency: Some countries may require MBBS aspirants to demonstrate proficiency in the English language with test scores from IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE.
Eligibility certificate: Indian students seeking admission to MBBS programs abroad need to obtain the eligibility certificate from the NMC.

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Documents Required To Study MBBS Abroad

The following are the documents that students are required to submit to get admission to MBBS programs abroad:

Application form
Academic transcripts
NEET scorecard
Medical certificate/HIV report

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NEET Accepting Countries for MBBS Admission

These are some of the best countries for MBBS abroad that accept NEET scores for admission.

Country	NEET Required	Medium of Instruction	Duration
Russia	Yes	English/Russian	6 Years
Ukraine	Yes	English/Ukrainian	6 Years
Georgia	Yes	English	6 Years
Kazakhstan	Yes	English	5-6 Years
Philippines	Yes	English	5.5 Years
Kyrgyzstan	Yes	English	6 Years
Uzbekistan	Yes	English	6 Years
Bangladesh	Yes	English	5 Years

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is eligible for NEET abroad studies?

Indian students who have secured the minimum qualifying NEET score, are 17 years of age in the year they have applied, and secured at least 50% in subjects like physics, chemistry, and biology are eligible for NEET abroad studies.

2. How much NEET score is required to study abroad?

To study MBBS abroad, MBBS applicants need to score the minimum qualifying NEET score. It depends on the class category. For instance, general category students are required to score around 137 out of 720. For the reserved category, it is around 107 out of 720.

3. What is the 12th marks required for MBBS abroad?

Students need to score at least 50% in subjects like physics, chemistry, and biology in 12th grade. Students also need to qualify for the NEET exam.

4. Is the NEET score valid for 3 years in abroad?

Yes, the NEET score is valid for 3 years abroad. This means that if you qualify in NEET in 2025, you can use this NEET score till 2028.

5. How to go abroad after NEET?

To study medicine in a foreign country, qualifying for NEET is mandatory. Arrange the required documents to apply for a selected university, and apply for the student visa.

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Avanishsree VP 10 June,2025

I have scored 368 in neet 2025 I belong to sc category will I get selected in government medical college and if yes which colleges I can get?

Dear student,

With 368 marks (SC category) , getting a government MBBS seat is unlikely under All India Quota or in most states, where cutoffs are usually 400–460+ .

You might have a slim chance in some low-cutoff states in later rounds , but it’s not reliable.

Better chances lie in private MBBS , BDS , or AYUSH courses where cutoffs are lower.

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Shubham Jha 10 June,2025

I am scoring 398 marks in neet as an obc candidate from Himachal. Is it possible to get into govt vet college?

dear student,

With 398 marks in NEET 2025 as an OBC candidate from Himachal Pradesh , you fall within the expected cutoff range for government veterinary colleges, which is typically 380–430+ .
In past years, the cutoff for Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Palampur —the main government vet college in HP—has been around 380–410 for OBC and other reserved categories. So, you have a fair chance of getting a seat under the state quota , especially in the later rounds of counselling .
Make sure to register and participate in all rounds to improve your chances.

good luck.

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Shubham Jha 10 June,2025

I belong to sc category I'm getting 368 marks in neet 2025 can I get government medical college?

dear student,

You’ve cleared the SC qualifying cutoff (expected 127–161), but 368 marks are generally too low for a govt. MBBS seat.

For SC category, govt. MBBS cutoffs are usually:

AIQ: 430–460+
State quota: 400+ in most states

At 368, chances for govt. MBBS are very slim, even under state quota—unless your state has exceptionally low cutoffs.

You can try for:

Private MBBS colleges
BDS/AYUSH govt. seats
Allied health or paramedical courses

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Shubham Jha 10 June,2025

Hey i have a query regarding caste certificate required in neet ug counselling and admission. My caste certificate and my marksheet have different surname of my mother. Will it cause an issue?

For NEET UG counseling and admission, a caste certificate is required if you're applying under a reserved category (e.g., SC, ST, OBC). Ensure your caste certificate:

- Is issued by a competent authority

- Is valid for the state you're applying in

- Matches the category you're applying under

If your caste is recognized in one state but not in another, you might need to check the specific rules for the state you're applying in. A lot of countries may demand a certificate that meets their standards and can have unique ways of acceptance.

Go to the website for medical counseling or call the Medical Counselling Committee to find out about caste certificate guidelines.

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