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7 hours ago
- India Today
Kyrgyzstan attracts Indian students with affordable, NMC-aligned MBBS courses
With limited medical seats and soaring tuition costs in India, more students are looking abroad for affordable, globally recognised MBBS programs. In recent years, Kyrgyzstan - a Central Asian nation bordered by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and China - has quietly become one of the fastest-growing destinations for Indian medical DRAW: COST, CURRICULUM, AND COMFORTKyrgyzstan's medical universities offer MBBS programs that follow India's National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines, making graduates eligible to sit for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) or the upcoming National Exit Test (NEXT). Courses are conducted entirely in English, removing language fees and living costs are significantly lower than in countries like the US, UK, or Australia, while still offering modern facilities and internationally recognised degrees. Several universities, including Avicenna International Medical University (AIMU) in Bishkek, employ Indian faculty, offer dedicated FMGE coaching, and provide hostel accommodation with Indian food - all factors that make the transition smoother for RECOGNITION Many Kyrgyz institutions are accredited by international medical bodies such as the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME), the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) in the USA, the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK, and the Medical Council of Canada (MCC). AIMU, for example, holds recognition from multiple global authorities and has structured its program to meet both international and Indian medical IN POINTAIMU reports over 780 Indian students currently enrolled, with three batches already graduating and registering to practice in India. Its facilities include on-campus hospitals, gender-segregated hostels with 24/7 security, simulation-based laboratories, and regular cultural festivals. Such features have helped create a familiar environment for Indian students far from home, a model that is being mirrored by other institutions in the BEYOND CLASSROOMSStudents in Kyrgyzstan often highlight the sense of community on campus. Apart from academic rigor, universities host sports tournaments, cultural nights, and extracurricular activities that encourage interaction among international students. For many, these experiences are as valuable as the medical training AHEADWith Indian medical entrance exams remaining highly competitive, experts expect Kyrgyzstan's popularity among Indian students to grow. The combination of academic alignment with NMC standards, affordable fees, and strong student support services - as seen in universities like AIMU - is making the country a compelling choice for those seeking a global medical education without breaking the bank.- Ends
Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Business Standard
Avicenna International Medical University in Bishkek Emerges as a Preferred Destination for Indian MBBS Aspirants
PNN Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], August 11: Avicenna International Medical University (AIMU), located in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, is gaining attention among Indian students seeking affordable, high-quality medical education abroad. With a curriculum aligned to India's National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines and degrees recognized by leading global medical bodies, the institution is positioning itself as a strong contender in the international medical education sector. The best part of AIMU is that the University is located in the heart of the Capital city, Bishkek,where the Founder of AIMU is of Indian origin and the University has massive infrastructure, including campus hospitals, hostels for Girls and boys, with Indian cuisine and 24/7 CCTV monitoring. University officials confirm that AIMU's MBBS program runs for 5.5 years, including the Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship (CRMI), meeting the eligibility requirements to practice in India. The program is delivered entirely in English, removing language barriers for Indian students. According to the administration, AIMU holds accreditations from several global authorities, including the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) in the USA, the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME), the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK, the Australian Medical Council (AMC), and the Medical Council of Canada (MCC). Its curriculum also complies with the latest FMGE/NEXT 2021 guidelines issued by the NMC in India. The university reports that more than 1,600 international students, including over 780 from India, are currently enrolled. Three batches of Indian students have already graduated and secured medical registration in India. "We have structured our academic system to be in line with Indian medical education, which makes the transition smoother for our students," said an AIMU representative. Facilities include on-campus FMGE/NEXT coaching, Indian faculty for regular classes, and advanced laboratories with simulation technology. Students also have access to dedicated accommodation, with separate hostels for male and female students, 24/7 caretakers, and Indian chefs providing home-style meals. Cultural festivals, sports events, and extracurricular activities are held regularly to maintain a familiar and engaging environment. The Kyrgyz government has also authorized AIMU graduates to practice in the country without a separate licensing exam, provided they complete the required one-year internship. AIMU maintains a transparent fee structure, with no hidden charges, and offers dedicated Indian support staff on campus. Officials state that the university continues to attract applicants due to its combination of academic quality, global recognition, and student support services.
New Indian Express
13 hours ago
- New Indian Express
FMGs allege stalling of PRs despite Andhra Pradesh HC order
VIJAYAWADA: Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) in Andhra Pradesh have accused an officer in the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC) of deliberately stalling their permanent registrations (PRs) for over 14 months, despite a High Court ruling in their favour. Of the 1,500 FMGs in the State, about 500 who have completed internships claim that they fall under the 2002 guidelines, not the National Medical Commission's (NMC) 2021 regulations, which apply only to students enrolled after November 18, 2021. They allege the APMC is wrongly applying the 2021 rules, even though NMC regulations and a June 19, 2024, notice make no distinction for Andhra Pradesh students. The FMGs raised concerns after the NMC, in response to the State government's appeal, clarified that FMGs must compensate for online study through extended offline courses. The NMC said complying with the AP High Court order would arbitrarily relax norms and advised the State to file a review petition on August 7. The AP High Court has issued two verdicts on FMG internships, and the APMC has filed a review petition. Speaking to TNIE, Dr Bathini Jessy Manisha, a 2016-2022 graduate from Yerevan State Medical University, Armenia, said, 'The Registrar has been repeatedly claiming we studied online, but hides the fact that after a brief online period during Covid-19, we returned abroad to complete classes, clinicals and exams in offline mode. Worse, they are counting holiday periods as 'online study duration' to inflate the timeline and deny us registration. This is a calculated attempt, not a mistake.' Dr Manisha completed 56 months of offline study and four months online between March and September 2020. She finished her internship at Kurnool Medical College in November 2024. 'I come under the 2002 regulations. The court has recognised our eligibility. Every delay costs us opportunities, mental peace and dignity,' she said. FMGs claim the APMC has ignored explicit court orders to issue registrations, seeking extensions citing 'lack of clarity' just before compliance deadlines, which they see as a deliberate delay tactic.
