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MBBS in Uzbekistan 2026 — Benefits, Fees & FMGE Results
MBBS in Uzbekistan is a strong option for Indian students in 2026. The total 6-year cost (including Indian food) ranges from ₹27.69 lakh to ₹37.76 lakh — making it one of the most affordable abroad destinations with NMC-recognised universities. The top recommended university, Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health, recorded a 51% FMGE pass rate in December 2025 — the highest among all Uzbekistan universities.
Uzbekistan has become one of the most discussed MBBS-abroad destinations among Indian students and families — and for good reason. In a landscape where families increasingly distrust low-cost promises from obscure universities, Uzbekistan offers something more dependable: real FMGE data, transparent fees, Indian food included, and NMC-recognised institutions in safe, well-connected cities.
This guide is built entirely on verifiable data. The fee structure is from MBBSDirect’s June 2026 fee document. The FMGE pass rates are from the official December 2025 results. You will not find marketing language here — only the numbers, the trends, and an honest assessment of which universities are worth your consideration.
Why Are Indian Students Choosing Uzbekistan?
Until about 2019, Uzbekistan was rarely part of the MBBS-abroad conversation. Russia dominated the market, followed by China and Kyrgyzstan. The shift happened for a cluster of reasons that are still playing out today.
First, Uzbekistan aggressively opened several new medical universities and upgraded existing ones — many gaining NMC recognition in the early 2020s. Second, the cost structure, unlike Russia, includes Indian food inside the university fee — removing one of the most common anxiety points for Indian families. Third, cities like Fergana and Andijan are smaller, safer, and more manageable for 17–19-year-olds leaving home for the first time.
The December 2025 FMGE results have now provided the clearest signal yet: Uzbekistan students can and do clear FMGE — with Fergana Medical Institute delivering 51% in its very first appearing batch, and Tashkent Medical Academy climbing steadily from 11% in 2023 to 47% in 2025.
Key context: All Uzbekistan fee structures in this article include Indian food cost. This is unlike Russia, where food is a separate self-managed expense. For an apples-to-apples comparison, always check whether food is included in the quoted fee.
10 Benefits of MBBS in Uzbekistan for Indian Students
FMGE Results: Uzbekistan Universities 2023–2025
FMGE (now NExT Step 1) performance is the single most important metric for evaluating any MBBS-abroad destination. Below is the complete data from the official FMGE December 2025 results for Uzbekistan universities, along with their 2023 and 2024 results for trend analysis.
| University | FMGE 2023 | FMGE 2024 | FMGE Dec 2025 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health ★ Top Pick | No batch | No batch | 51% (63/123) | 🆕 First batch |
| Tashkent Medical Academy | 11% (2/18) | 32% (35/108) | 47% (106/225) | ↑↑ Strong rise |
| Bukhara State Medical Institute | 16% (6/38) | 48% (143/299) | 36% (113/316) | ↓ Dip from 2024 |
| Samarkand State Medical University | 0% (0/8) | 13% (7/54) | 22% (15/68) | ↑ Rising, but low |
| Andijan State Medical Institute | Insufficient data / No students appeared | — | ||
| Asia International University | Insufficient data / No students appeared | — | ||
| Gulistan State University | Insufficient data / No students appeared | — | ||
| Navoi State University | Insufficient data / No students appeared | — | ||
Source: Official FMGE December 2025 results. 2025 data is from the December 2025 examination. Tashkent Medical Academy and Tashkent State Medical University are two distinct institutions in Tashkent; fee data for Tashkent State Medical University is in the fee table below. Excellent ≥50% · Good 40–49% · Moderate 30–39% · Poor <30%.
Reading the Data
Fergana Medical Institute recorded 51% in its very first FMGE-appearing batch — a strong debut. However, one year of data has limits; this performance needs to be sustained in 2026 and beyond to be considered a consistent benchmark.
Tashkent Medical Academy shows the most encouraging trajectory in Uzbekistan: 11% → 32% → 47% across three years. This upward trend suggests a genuine improvement in teaching quality and student preparedness.
Bukhara State Medical Institute peaked at 48% in 2024 but dropped to 36% in December 2025. The drop in a larger cohort (316 students appeared vs 299 the previous year) is worth monitoring. 36% is below the 40%+ threshold most counsellors consider acceptable for consistent recommendation.
Samarkand State Medical University at 22% in 2025 remains significantly below acceptable levels. MBBSDirect does not recommend Samarkand for the 2026 admissions cycle.
For Andijan, Gulistan, Asia International, and Navoi — no meaningful FMGE data exists yet. These are newer programmes and it would be premature to assess them on outcomes. Admission decisions for these universities must rely on other factors only.
University Fee Comparison — Uzbekistan MBBS 2026
All Uzbekistan universities charge fees in US Dollars (USD). The Indian Rupee equivalents below are calculated at the June 2026 rate of ₹95 per USD. Actual INR outflow will vary with exchange rate at the time of each payment. All figures include Indian food, hostel, visa, and police registration charges.
| University | Year 1 Total | Year 2–6 (Annual) | 6-Year Total (USD) | 6-Year Total (INR) | FMGE 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navoi State University | $7,400 | $4,350 | $29,150 | ₹27.69 L | No data |
| Asia International University | $7,300 | $4,900 | $31,800 | ₹30.21 L | No data |
| Gulistan State University | $7,400 | $5,100 | $32,900 | ₹31.25 L | No data |
| Bukhara State Medical Institute | $8,500 | $5,650 | $36,750 | ₹34.91 L | 36% |
| Tashkent State Medical University | $9,200 | $5,850 | $38,450 | ₹36.52 L | No data† |
| Fergana Medical Institute ★ Recommended | $8,500 | $6,150 | $39,250 | ₹37.28 L | 51% |
| Andijan State Medical Institute | $8,500 | $6,250 | $39,750 | ₹37.76 L | No data |
† Tashkent Medical Academy (with 47% FMGE 2025) and Tashkent State Medical University are different institutions. FMGE data is available for Tashkent Medical Academy but not for Tashkent State Medical University. All INR figures are at USD 1 = ₹95 (June 2026). Fees include tuition, hostel, Indian food, visa, and police registration. MBBSDirect service charge of ₹1,45,000 is not included above.
Important note on lower-cost options: Navoi, Asia International, and Gulistan offer lower fees, but none have FMGE data available. Choosing a university without FMGE evidence is a risk. The gap between Navoi (₹27.69 L) and Fergana (₹37.28 L) is about ₹9.59 lakh over 6 years — approximately ₹1.6 lakh per year. That difference is worth evaluating against the certainty Fergana’s 51% FMGE result provides.
MBBSDirect’s Top Pick for Uzbekistan 2026
Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health
Fergana, Uzbekistan · NMC Recognised · Indian students since 2019
- Best FMGE result in Uzbekistan — 51% in December 2025 (63 out of 123 students passed)
- Indian students have been studying here since 2019; a well-established senior community exists
- Indian food arranged at the university level — included in the fee structure, no separate food budget needed
- Safe city with good connectivity; reachable from India via Tashkent with manageable travel time
- NMC recognition is fully established — a stable and verified choice, not a recent addition
- Recommended for academic quality and student environment, not for being the cheapest option
Fergana is not the cheapest university in Uzbekistan — that distinction goes to Navoi State University at ₹27.69 lakh. However, Fergana is the only Uzbekistan university with a meaningful FMGE dataset showing strong first-batch performance, an established Indian student network, and institutional-level Indian food arrangements. For families who understand that value-for-money is different from cheapest-available, Fergana stands clearly at the top of the Uzbekistan list for 2026.
Eligibility Criteria for MBBS in Uzbekistan
NMC guidelines govern the eligibility requirements for Indian students pursuing MBBS at foreign institutions. The criteria below apply to all NMC-recognised universities in Uzbekistan.
Good news for borderline NEET students: Uzbekistan does not require a high NEET rank — only the qualifying score. If you have cleared NEET and have 50%+ in PCB, you are eligible to apply. Speak with a counsellor to understand the exact NMC qualifying percentile applicable to your category.
Frequently Asked Questions — MBBS in Uzbekistan
Yes — with caveats about which university you choose. Uzbekistan is a strong option when you select universities with verified FMGE data. Fergana Medical Institute achieved 51% and Tashkent Medical Academy achieved 47% in December 2025. The fees are affordable (₹27–38 lakh all-inclusive), Indian food is arranged by universities, cities are safe, and the student experience is well-documented. Avoid universities with no FMGE data or consistently low pass rates.
The total 6-year cost in Uzbekistan (including tuition, hostel, Indian food, visa, and police registration) ranges from approximately ₹27.69 lakh (Navoi State University) to ₹37.76 lakh (Andijan State Medical Institute), calculated at June 2026 rate of USD 1 = ₹95. MBBSDirect’s service charge of ₹1,45,000 is separate. All Uzbekistan fees are in USD — the actual INR cost will depend on the exchange rate at the time of each year’s payment.
MBBSDirect’s top recommendation for 2026 is Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health. It has the highest FMGE pass rate in Uzbekistan (51% in December 2025), an established Indian student community since 2019, Indian food managed at the university level, NMC recognition, and a 6-year total of ₹37.28 lakh including Indian food. Tashkent Medical Academy is also worth serious consideration given its strong upward trajectory (11% → 47% over three years).
Several Uzbekistan medical universities hold NMC (National Medical Commission) recognition, including Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health, Andijan State Medical Institute, Bukhara State Medical Institute, and Tashkent Medical Academy. Students from NMC-recognised institutions are eligible to appear for FMGE/NExT after completing their MBBS degree and can apply for registration to practise medicine in India. Always verify NMC recognition status at the time of application, as the list is updated periodically.
Based on the official FMGE December 2025 results: Fergana Medical Institute — 51% (63 out of 123 passed, first batch); Tashkent Medical Academy — 47% (106 out of 225 passed, strong upward trend); Bukhara State Medical Institute — 36% (113 out of 316 passed, down from 48% in 2024); Samarkand State Medical University — 22% (15 out of 68 passed, below acceptable threshold). Andijan, Gulistan, Asia International, and Navoi universities have insufficient data as no or very few students have appeared so far.
Yes — this is one of the most important practical advantages of Uzbekistan over Russia. In all Uzbekistan universities covered in this article, Indian food is arranged at the university level and its cost is already included in the annual fee. Students are not required to self-cook or find Indian restaurants independently. This is a significant quality-of-life factor that reduces adjustment difficulties for students in their first year.
Only the NEET qualifying score is required — not a high rank. The NMC mandates that Indian students must have cleared NEET with the qualifying percentile (which varies by category) and have at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology combined at the 10+2 level (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates). There is no additional entrance exam for Uzbekistan universities. This makes Uzbekistan accessible to students who cleared NEET but did not secure a government medical seat in India.
