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Total Cost of MBBS in {Country} (in USD, INR and PKR)
When families ask us about cost, they usually mean tuition. That’s the number agents advertise. But the tuition figure on its own can be misleading, so here’s the full picture we give every student before they decide.
A typical year
| Item | Approx. per year (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 3,500 – 6,000 |
| Hostel | 1,200 – 3,000 |
| Food | 1,000 – 1,800 |
| Insurance, visa extension & registration | 200 – 500 |
| Books & local transport | 200 – 400 |
These are rough ranges. Exchange rates and fees move, so we always send an exact quote for the university you choose.
Costs people forget
There are a few one-off costs in the first year: application and admission processing, the visa invitation and visa, your flight, medical tests and document translations. None of them is huge, but together they add up, so put them in your budget from the start.
How students keep costs down
- Studying outside the capital. Riverton, Lakeside and Eastfield are noticeably cheaper.
- Sharing a flat after the first year instead of staying in the hostel.
- Paying tuition once a year, directly to the university, and keeping every receipt.
- Not buying everything new. Seniors sell their textbooks and winter coats every summer.
Quick answers
How much does MBBS in {Country} cost for Indian students?
Roughly ₹20 to 35 lakh for six years, including tuition, hostel and food.
How much does it cost for Pakistani students?
Roughly PKR 70 lakh to 1.2 crore for six years at current exchange rates. It depends on the university and how you live.
Ready to study in {Country}?
Tell us your marks and what you want to study. We’ll tell you which universities in {Country} you can get into, what it will really cost, and help you through admission and the visa.
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