{"id":77267,"date":"2026-04-09T11:02:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T11:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=77267"},"modified":"2026-04-09T11:13:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T11:13:04","slug":"mbbs-in-netherlands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/","title":{"rendered":"MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026: Universities, Fees, and Eligibility for Indian Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">15<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"quick-read-box\">\n\n  <div class=\"qr-header\">\n    <span style=\"font-size:18px;\">\u26a1<\/span>\n    <h3 class=\"qr-title\">Quick Read<\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li>University of Groningen and Maastricht are the only Dutch universities with English-medium BSc medicine tracks.<\/li>\n\n    <li>The 6-year MBBS equivalent costs Rs.1.8\u20132.2 crore in total, including tuition and living costs.<\/li>\n\n    <li>NEET qualifying score is mandatory before enrolling in any MBBS program abroad per NMC India rules.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Dutch graduates must pass NExT and complete a 12-month CRMI in India to practice medicine here.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"qr-footer\">\n    \ud83d\udc49 Best for: Class 12 PCB students and NEET qualifiers evaluating Netherlands MBBS for 2026\u201327 intake \n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Studying MBBS in Netherlands costs between Rs.1.8 crore and Rs.2.2 crore over six years and comes with a challenging language reality: clinical rotations from Year 4 onwards are conducted entirely in Dutch at every university, including Groningen and Maastricht. Only two universities offer the BSc Medicine track in English. If you are an Indian student evaluating the Netherlands for the 2026 or 2027 intake, this guide covers tuition and living costs in INR, the numerus fixus selection process, NEET and NMC compliance requirements, and whether a Dutch medical degree is usable in India.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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Universities in the Netherlands for MBBS: English-Taught Programs for Indian Students\">Top Universities in the Netherlands for MBBS: English-Taught Programs for Indian Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#Fees_and_Total_Cost_of_MBBS_in_the_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_2026\" title=\"Fees and Total Cost of MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian Students 2026\">Fees and Total Cost of MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian Students 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#Admission_Requirements_and_Eligibility_for_MBBS_in_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_2026\" title=\"Admission Requirements and Eligibility for MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026\">Admission Requirements and Eligibility for MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#The_NMC_FMGE_and_NExT_Pathway_Practicing_in_India_After_Your_Dutch_Medical_Degree\" title=\"The NMC, FMGE, and NExT Pathway: Practicing in India After Your Dutch Medical Degree\">The NMC, FMGE, and NExT Pathway: Practicing in India After Your Dutch Medical Degree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#Scholarships_for_MBBS_in_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_2026\" title=\"Scholarships for MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026\">Scholarships for MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#Is_MBBS_in_the_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_Worth_It_Decision_Framework\" title=\"Is MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian Students Worth It: Decision Framework\">Is MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian Students Worth It: Decision Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#Month-by-Month_Application_Calendar_for_Indian_Students_September_2026_Intake\" title=\"Month-by-Month Application Calendar for Indian Students (September 2026 Intake)\">Month-by-Month Application Calendar for Indian Students (September 2026 Intake)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#What_to_Do_When_Things_Go_Wrong\" title=\"What to Do When Things Go Wrong\">What to Do When Things Go Wrong<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/mbbs-in-netherlands\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-b59a8bc\" id=\"strong-top-universities-in-the-netherlands-for-mbbs-english-taught-programs-for-indian-students-strong\" data-block-id=\"b59a8bc\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Universities_in_the_Netherlands_for_MBBS_English-Taught_Programs_for_Indian_Students\"><\/span><strong>Top Universities in the Netherlands for MBBS: English-Taught Programs for Indian Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are medicine programs at six Dutch universities. Not all of them teach in English. This difference is crucial for Indian applicants: if you can&#8217;t get into an English-medium track, you will need to be almost fluent in Dutch before Year 1 starts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>University<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>English Track Available<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Tuition (Non-EU)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Numerus Fixus Seats<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Program Duration<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/scholarship-finder\/university-of-groningen-ots\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Groningen (RUG)<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, BSc Medicine in English<\/td><td>\u20b921,59,600 (approx. \u20ac20,000)<\/td><td>400 per year<\/td><td>6 years (3+3)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/scholarship-finder\/maastricht-university-ots\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maastricht University<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, BSc Medicine in English<\/td><td>\u20b921,59,600 (approx. \u20ac20,000)<\/td><td>350 per year<\/td><td>6 years (3+3)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>University of Amsterdam (UvA)<\/strong><\/td><td>Dutch medium (limited electives)<\/td><td>\u20b924,83,540 (approx. \u20ac23,000)<\/td><td>365 per year<\/td><td>6 years (3+3)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Leiden University \/ LUMC<\/strong><\/td><td>Dutch medium<\/td><td>\u20b922,68,180 (approx. \u20ac21,000)<\/td><td>300 per year<\/td><td>6 years (3+3)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Utrecht University<\/strong><\/td><td>Dutch medium<\/td><td>\u20b923,75,600 (approx. \u20ac22,000)<\/td><td>360 per year<\/td><td>6 years (3+3)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/scholarship-finder\/radboud-universityots\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Radboud University Nijmegen<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Dutch medium<\/td><td>\u20b919,43,640 (approx. \u20ac18,000)<\/td><td>365 per year<\/td><td>6 years (3+3)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>INR conversions are based on an approximate exchange rate of <\/em><strong><em>1 EUR = 107.98 INR.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For a broader comparison of Dutch universities across disciplines, see the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/top-universities-in-netherlands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/top-universities-in-netherlands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top universities in the Netherlands guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Counselor insight:<\/strong> The University of Groningen and Maastricht University are on the shortlists of most Indian students because they offer English-medium BSc Medicine programs that are open to international students. The first year of medicine at the Universities of Amsterdam, Leiden University\/LUMC, Utrecht University, and Radboud University in Nijmegen is mostly or entirely taught in Dutch. These cities are excellent places to start if you don&#8217;t speak Dutch: Groningen and Maastricht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-c8c38c2\" id=\"strong-fees-and-total-cost-of-mbbs-in-the-netherlands-for-indian-students-2026-strong\" data-block-id=\"c8c38c2\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fees_and_Total_Cost_of_MBBS_in_the_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_2026\"><\/span><strong>Fees and Total Cost of MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian Students 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You must know the full cost before you apply. Too many families only plan to pay for tuition, and when living costs, insurance, and the trip back come up in Year 2, they don&#8217;t have enough money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-67c3e09\" id=\"strong-tuition-fees-strong\" data-block-id=\"67c3e09\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Tuition Fees<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Cost Component<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Range in EUR<\/strong><\/th><th><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><strong>Range in INR (Approx.)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Annual Tuition Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac10,000 \u2013 \u20ac32,000<\/td><td>\u20b910,79,800 \u2013 \u20b934,55,360<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total 6-Year Tuition<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac60,000 \u2013 \u20ac192,000<\/td><td>\u20b964,78,800 \u2013 \u20b92,07,32,160<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>INR conversions are based on an approximate exchange rate of <\/em><strong><em>1 EUR = 107.98 INR.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-1d82926\" id=\"strong-living-costs-strong\" data-block-id=\"1d82926\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Living Costs<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Range in EUR<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Range in INR (Approx.)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Monthly Living Expenses<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac800 \u2013 \u20ac1,200<\/td><td>\u20b986,384 \u2013 \u20b91,29,576<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Annual Living Expenses (12 Months)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac9,600 \u2013 \u20ac14,400<\/td><td>\u20b910,36,608 \u2013 \u20b915,54,912<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>INR conversions are based on an approximate exchange rate of <\/em><strong><em>1 EUR = 107.98 INR.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-943076b\" id=\"strong-mandatory-insurance-and-application-costs-strong\" data-block-id=\"943076b\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Mandatory Insurance and Application Costs<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Category<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Cost (EUR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual Cost (INR approx.)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Dutch Health Insurance<\/strong><\/td><td>Basic coverage (Basisverzekering) is mandatory for all residents.<\/td><td>\u20ac1,800 \u2013 \u20ac1,950<\/td><td>\u20b91,93,000 \u2013 \u20b92,10,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Visa\/Permit Fees<\/strong><\/td><td>The combined MVV (entry) and VVR (residence permit) fee is required.<\/td><td>\u20ac243<\/td><td>\u20b926,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Fees<\/strong><\/td><td>Institutional handling fee (one-time per university).<\/td><td>\u20ac75 \u2013 \u20ac100<\/td><td>\u20b98,100 \u2013 \u20b910,800<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>INR conversions are based on an approximate exchange rate of <\/em><strong><em>1 EUR = 107.98 INR.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-6b2f80b\" id=\"strong-travel-strong\" data-block-id=\"6b2f80b\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Travel<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A one-way flight from major Indian cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad) to Amsterdam averages Rs.55,000 to Rs.80,000, depending on season and airline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Cost Component<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Annual (INR approx.)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>6-Year Total (INR approx.)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tuition (Non-EU)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b921,59,600<\/td><td>\u20b91,29,57,600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Living Costs (Avg.)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b910,79,800<\/td><td>\u20b964,78,800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Health Insurance<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b91,93,000<\/td><td>\u20b911,58,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Books &amp; Materials<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b954,000<\/td><td>\u20b93,24,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Visa &amp; Admin Fees<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b937,000*<\/td><td>\u20b937,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Estimate<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20b935,23,400 \/year<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20b92,09,55,400<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>INR conversions are based on an approximate exchange rate of <\/em><strong><em>1 EUR = 107.98 INR.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For a comparison of the Netherlands against other affordable MBBS destinations, see the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cheapest-mbbs-abroad-for-indian-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/cheapest-mbbs-abroad-for-indian-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cheapest MBBS abroad guide for Indian students<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Counselor insight: <\/strong>The same-sized housing in Groningen will usually cost Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 less per month than the same-sized housing in Amsterdam. That difference exceeds 7\u201310 lakhs over 6 years. When comparing colleges, you should look at both tuition and the cost of living in each city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-56222b9\" id=\"strong-admission-requirements-and-eligibility-for-mbbs-in-netherlands-for-indian-students-2026-strong\" data-block-id=\"56222b9\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Admission_Requirements_and_Eligibility_for_MBBS_in_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_2026\"><\/span><strong>Admission Requirements and Eligibility for MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection process includes a high school GPA assessment, a BAMA aptitude and motivation test, and a weighted lottery component; it is not merit-only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-9d71028\" id=\"strong-academic-eligibility-strong\" data-block-id=\"9d71028\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Academic Eligibility<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian students must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Math, Science, and Biology (PCB). Each university has a different minimum aggregate for PCB, but most require at least 70% to 80%. Some schools have lowered the requirements in the past, but because of the competition for numerous fixed-quota seats, students with 75% or higher are more likely to be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-b800c14\" id=\"strong-neet-requirement-strong\" data-block-id=\"b800c14\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>NEET Requirement<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The NEET is not a requirement for getting into Dutch universities. They don&#8217;t want to know your NEET score. However, NMC India rules say that Indian students who want to study MBBS abroad must have passed NEET before they can enroll. Not a competitive rank, but a qualifying score is what sets the bar. Anyone who has graduated from college but does not have a valid NEET qualifying score cannot take the FMGE\/NExT in India. This means they cannot work as a doctor in India. If you want to work as a doctor in India, you have to pass the NEET.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-e956a03\" id=\"strong-english-language-proficiency-strong\" data-block-id=\"e956a03\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>English Language Proficiency<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For programs taught in English (Groningen, Maastricht):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/ielts\/academic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS Academic<\/a>: minimum 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/toefl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TOEFL iBT<\/a>: minimum 90 overall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the bare minimums; they are not competitive standards. Check the official admissions page of each university to see what the program-specific requirements are, as they can be different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-693e777\" id=\"strong-dutch-language-strong\" data-block-id=\"693e777\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Dutch Language<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not necessary to enroll in English-track programs for the first time. But clinical rotations in hospital wards are done in Dutch from Years 4 to 6. The doctors talk to patients, do ward rounds, and watch over patients, all in Dutch. Universities strongly advise students to reach at least the B1 level of Dutch language skills before Year 3. The truth is that if you want to apply to Groningen or Maastricht for English-medium medicine, you should start taking Dutch classes in India (at least at the A1 or A2 level) before you go. Duolingo won&#8217;t help you get ready for working in a clinical setting by itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-ac4e4b8\" id=\"strong-documents-required-for-mbbs-in-the-netherlands-checklist-for-indian-students-strong\" data-block-id=\"ac4e4b8\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>Documents Required for MBBS in the Netherlands: Checklist for Indian Students<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Document<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>India-Specific Detail<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Valid Passport<\/strong><\/td><td>Min. 12\u201318 months validity from travel date.<\/td><td>A valid passport is required for both Studielink registration and visa processing.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Class 12 Marksheet<\/strong><\/td><td>Original from CBSE\/ICSE\/State Board.<\/td><td>If results are pending, use a provisional certificate.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Passing Certificate<\/strong><\/td><td>Original board certificate.<\/td><td><strong>MEA Apostille<\/strong> required (see legalization below).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>NEET Scorecard<\/strong><\/td><td>Official NTA scorecard (Qualifying status).<\/td><td><strong>Mandatory<\/strong> for NMC compliance to practice in India later.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>English Proficiency<\/strong><\/td><td>IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL iBT 90+.<\/td><td>Must be the Academic version; valid for 2 years only.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SOP \/ Motivation Letter<\/strong><\/td><td>1\u20132 pages on &#8220;Why Netherlands\/Medicine.&#8221;<\/td><td>Follow university-specific word limits strictly.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Letters of Rec (LOR)<\/strong><\/td><td>2 Academic LORs from Class 12 teachers.<\/td><td>Must be on official letterhead, signed, and stamped.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Curriculum Vitae (CV)<\/strong><\/td><td>Academic background &amp; volunteering.<\/td><td>Use a clean, professional &#8220;Europass&#8221; or similar format.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Financial Proof<\/strong><\/td><td>Bank statement showing approx. <strong>\u20b925.5 lakh.<\/strong><\/td><td>Covers Year 1 Tuition (\u20b913L) + IND Living Fee (\u20b912.5L).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Birth Certificate<\/strong><\/td><td>Original in English\/Hindi.<\/td><td>It must be apostilled by the MEA for municipal registration.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Passport Photos<\/strong><\/td><td>3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background.<\/td><td>Must meet specific Dutch &#8220;Schengen&#8221; visa specs.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-9de7f15\" id=\"strong-the-nmc-fmge-and-n-ex-t-pathway-practicing-in-india-after-your-dutch-medical-degree-strong\" data-block-id=\"9de7f15\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_NMC_FMGE_and_NExT_Pathway_Practicing_in_India_After_Your_Dutch_Medical_Degree\"><\/span><strong>The NMC, FMGE, and NExT Pathway: Practicing in India After Your Dutch Medical Degree<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This part is what most articles skip. Read the section carefully if you want to go back to India after getting your Dutch degree and working as a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Check the <\/strong><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdoms.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WDOMS<\/a><\/u><\/strong><strong> listing.<\/strong> Check the World Directory of Medical Schools (wdoms.org) to see if your school is listed before you sign up. The NMC will not accept your degree for licensing if the school is not listed as having active recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Be eligible for NEET-UG before signing up.<\/strong> Before you can start school in the Netherlands, you need to achieve a certain score on the NEET-UG exam in India. If you enroll without a NEET qualification, you won&#8217;t be able to practice law in India later, even if you got good grades in the Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Do well on the NExT and leave the country. <\/strong>You have to pass the NExT (which replaced the FMGE) after you finish your 6-year Dutch program. This test is both for getting a license and for getting into graduate school. To pass, you will need to add to your Dutch clinical training medical subjects that are specific to India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Finish the CRMI in India.<\/strong> If you pass the NExT, you have to do a 12-month Compulsory Rotatory Medical Internship (CRMI) in an Indian hospital approved by the NMC. Even though you did clinical rotations in the Netherlands, you still have to do this internship in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: Register with the State Medical Council.<\/strong> After your Indian internship is over, you can apply to your state medical council for permanent registration. This makes it legal for you to work as a doctor in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Counselor insight: <\/strong>Many students skip this 5-minute step of verification. Do not skip it. Over time, universities&#8217; names and levels of recognition change, and WDOMS does not always automatically add new campuses or branches. Verify not only the name of the parent school but also the name of the campus you are enrolling in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-ac04a2e\" id=\"strong-scholarships-for-mbbs-in-netherlands-for-indian-students-2026-strong\" data-block-id=\"ac04a2e\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scholarships_for_MBBS_in_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_2026\"><\/span><strong>Scholarships for MBBS in Netherlands for Indian Students 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The total cost goes down with scholarships, but it&#8217;s still there. The Dutch government does not fully fund a 6-year medical degree outside of the EU. Plan your finances regardless of whether or not you get a scholarship, and think of any scholarship as a way to lower your overall debt, not as the main source of your funding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>Most scholarship windows for the September 2026 intake have now closed (April 2026). The deadlines listed reflect annual cycle patterns; use them to plan for the September 2027 intake. Verify current open windows at <a href=\"http:\/\/nesoindia.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nesoindia.org<\/a> and individual university portals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><\/th><th><\/th><th><\/th><th><\/th><th><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nl-scholarship-holland-scholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NL Scholarship (formerly Holland Scholarship)<\/a><\/u><\/strong><strong><em> (2026-27 window closed)<\/em><\/strong><\/td><td>Rs.5,39,900 (EUR 5,000) one-time, first year only<\/td><td>Indian students not previously studied in the Netherlands, applying to participating Dutch universities<\/td><td>November to May (varies by university)<\/td><td>Via your university&#8217;s scholarship portal, not Studielink<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/digest\/news-radboud-scholarship-programme-2026-study-in-netherlands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Radboud Scholarship Programme<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Partial tuition waiver (varies)<\/td><td>Excellent non-EU students are admitted to specific Radboud programs<\/td><td>January to February<\/td><td>Via Radboud University admissions portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/utrecht-excellence-scholarship-2025-study-in-netherlands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES)<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Rs.16,19,700 (EUR 15,000) per year<\/td><td>Non-EU students in the top 10% of their class, applying to Utrecht master&#8217;s programs<\/td><td>December to February<\/td><td>Via the Utrecht University application portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/leiden-university-excellence-scholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS)<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/td><td>Rs.16,19,700 (EUR 15,000) per year (partial or full)<\/td><td>Non-EU students for master&#8217;s programs at Leiden<\/td><td>Varies by program<\/td><td>Via Leiden University admissions portal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>INR conversions are based on an approximate exchange rate of <\/em><strong><em>1 EUR = 107.98 INR.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For the full list of available funding, read<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/scholarships-in-netherlands-for-indian-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> the <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/scholarships-in-netherlands-for-indian-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scholarships in Netherlands for Indian students<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nl-scholarship-holland-scholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nl-scholarship-holland-scholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NL Scholarship guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Counselor insight: <\/strong>Many Indian students don&#8217;t know how to apply for OTS. You first use Studielink to apply to the college. Then, fill out the OTS form from Nuffic NESO India and email it to ots@nesoindia.org along with proof that you have applied to the college. These are two different submissions. You have not applied for OTS just because you have applied to the university. The most common mistake our counselors see with scholarship applications is that people forget to do this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-a844a54\" id=\"strong-is-mbbs-in-the-netherlands-for-indian-students-worth-it-decision-framework-strong\" data-block-id=\"a844a54\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_MBBS_in_the_Netherlands_for_Indian_Students_Worth_It_Decision_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Is MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian Students Worth It: Decision Framework<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This choice isn&#8217;t right for everyone. Here are three real student profiles that show the kinds of problems our counselors see most often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scenario 1: <\/strong>If you are a Class 12 student with a 75% or higher on the PCB and a qualifying NEET score, and you are willing to spend Rs.1.8 to Rs.2.2 crore over 6 years on tuition and living costs, the Netherlands could be a good choice. But only if you are determined to learn Dutch before Year 3. If you want to practice in India after graduation, make sure the university you want to attend is on the WDOMS list and plan to prepare for the FMGE\/NExT during your last two years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scenario 2:<\/strong> You can&#8217;t go to a Dutch university after finishing one or two years of an MBBS program in India. Some Indian MBBS programs do not accept credits from Dutch medicine programs. You start over at Year 1 if you move to the Netherlands. Think about how long this will take and how much it will cost altogether before you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scenario 3:<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t want to go back to India and instead want to practice in Europe or around the world, the Netherlands is one of the best places to go in Western Europe. If you have a Dutch medical degree and pass the Dutch licensing exams, you can apply to residency programs all over the EU. European hospital systems, such as the PBL-based curriculum used by Dutch universities, allow students to conduct research. That is, you would still have to meet the requirements of the Dutch BIG-Register instead of FMGE\/NExT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Counselor insight: <\/strong>For most Indian students, the question about the Dutch language is what makes the difference. In Groningen and Maastricht, you can do your pre-clinical years in English. All Dutch universities, even those with English-language BSc tracks, do clinical rotations in Dutch. This includes hospital ward rounds, patient consultations, case presentations, and supervisions. Students who don&#8217;t know any Dutch before they start have a challenging time fitting in with the other students in the clinical setting. It is not a suggestion that you start learning Dutch at the A1 level in India before you go on vacation; it is a necessity. Start with structured Dutch A1 courses that you can take online before you leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-7f7c8fd\" id=\"strong-month-by-month-application-calendar-for-indian-students-september-2026-intake-strong\" data-block-id=\"7f7c8fd\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Month-by-Month_Application_Calendar_for_Indian_Students_September_2026_Intake\"><\/span><strong>Month-by-Month Application Calendar for Indian Students (September 2026 Intake)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This calendar is for Indian students who have already finished Class 12 and want to start school in September 2026. Several early deadlines have passed since today is April 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Month<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Action<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Status<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sept \u2013 Oct 2025<\/strong><\/td><td>Studielink account creation. Early applications to Groningen\/Maastricht.<\/td><td><strong>Passed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nov 2025<\/strong><\/td><td>NL Scholarship applications opened at participating universities.<\/td><td><strong>Passed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nov \u2013 Dec 2025<\/strong><\/td><td>MEA attestation of Class 12 documents, SOP\/LOR drafting, and IELTS exam.<\/td><td><strong>Passed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Jan \u2013 Feb 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Studielink &amp; OTS scholarship deadline (Jan 15).<\/td><td><strong>Passed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Feb \u2013 March 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Aptitude tests and BAMA-test preparation for <em>Numerus Fixus<\/em>.<\/td><td><strong>Passed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>March \u2013 April 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Final scholarship deadlines and result evaluation.<\/td><td><strong>Largely Passed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 2026 (NOW)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Selection outcomes issued.<\/strong> Accept offers within 2 weeks. Apply for housing immediately.<\/td><td><strong>Urgent Action<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April \u2013 May 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>MVV application submission. Prepare \u20b926.5L proof of funds (Living + Tuition). You have to apply for housing the same day you get your conditional admission offer.<\/td><td><strong>Upcoming<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>May 3, 2026<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>NEET-UG Exam.<\/strong> Qualifying is mandatory for future NMC registration in India.<\/td><td><strong>Upcoming<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>June \u2013 July 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Collect MVV from the Netherlands Embassy\/VFS. Book flights.<\/td><td><strong>Upcoming<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Aug \u2013 Sept 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Travel to the Netherlands. Register with the municipality (BRP) and start Dutch B1.<\/td><td><strong>Target Arrival<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This is what you need to do if you haven&#8217;t already:<\/strong> Most of the deadlines and scholarship windows for Studielink have passed. Check with Groningen and Maastricht to see if there are any late or rolling admissions spots available for September 2026. If there are no slots available, the next realistic goal is September 2027. Use that year to prepare for the Dutch A1\u2013B1 exams, get a better IELTS score, and submit your Studielink early in October 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know more about how to get a student visa for the Netherlands, read the <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/netherlands-student-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Netherlands student visa guide for Indian students.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-3ed4ed7\" id=\"strong-what-to-do-when-things-go-wrong-strong\" data-block-id=\"3ed4ed7\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Do_When_Things_Go_Wrong\"><\/span><strong>What to Do When Things Go Wrong<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>You missed the due date for Studielink. <\/strong>Dutch medicine only starts in September. You can&#8217;t choose spring or January. Take the IELTS test again if you need to, and then reapply in October of the following year. Some students use this time to do more work that helps them improve their numerus fixus profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your IELTS Score Is Less Than 6.5: <\/strong>Dutch medical schools do not make offers based on English scores. You should book a retake right away. Most British Council and IDP centers in India can do retakes in 3 to 5 weeks. Most applications will be turned down if they receive a 5.5 in any one band. Do not send the threshold below; it is a waste of the fee and the cycle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You were not chosen for the Numerus Fixus position. <\/strong>Reapplication is not blocked by rejection. Look over any feedback the university gives you, work on the parts of your application that you did poorly on, and apply again in October of the following year. To lower the risk of a single outcome, apply to two or three Dutch universities at the same time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your application for a visa was either denied or held up. <\/strong>The university sends the MVV application to IND for you. Usually, delays happen because financial documents aren&#8217;t complete or the MEA attestation is missing. If your MVV hasn&#8217;t progressed by July for a September start date, please reach out to the international office at your university as soon as possible. Common reasons for refusal are not enough financial proof, documents that have not been attested, or documents that are not in English and have not been certified as translated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your NEET score was not satisfactory. <\/strong>A low NEET score doesn&#8217;t stop Dutch people from getting in. However, you must have a qualifying NEET score before you can enroll in any MBBS program outside of India. This requirement is because of the NMC India rules. If you failed, you need to take NEET again before you can enroll. If you don&#8217;t, your Dutch degree won&#8217;t count for FMGE\/NExT in India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-88dd0ee\" id=\"strong-conclusion-strong\" data-block-id=\"88dd0ee\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Before you pay the application fee to any Dutch university, check the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) to make sure that the school is still listed. In order to join NMC India, you must pass this test. In India, you can&#8217;t get into FMGE\/NExT with a degree from a university that isn&#8217;t on the WDOMS list, and no other credential can make up the difference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since 2026\u201327, the University of Groningen has been the only medical school in the Netherlands that is sure to offer a BSc Medicine track in English. This school year, Maastricht ended its English-language program. Groningen is your only real choice if you can&#8217;t study in Dutch. Amsterdam, Leiden, Utrecht, and Radboud are the only Dutch medical schools that teach medicine in English from the very first day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before you book your flight, take Dutch A1 classes in India. At every Dutch university, clinical rotations like ward rounds, patient consultations, and case presentations are all done in Dutch. Students who don&#8217;t know any Dutch when they start have a hard time in Years 4 through 6. In India, structured A1-A2 preparation for six months makes the difference between being able to fit in with the clinical setting and falling behind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Verified by LeapScholar&#8217;s Netherlands counseling team. Have questions? <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/webflow_progressive_form?utm_source=Counselling_SEO&amp;utm_medium=Blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a free session with a LeapScholar <\/a>counselor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-a71d5ca\" id=\"strong-fa-qs-strong\" data-block-id=\"a71d5ca\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ul class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732253758\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Does the Netherlands offer an MBBS degree or a different qualification?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s actually called &#8220;Arts.&#8221; The first three years are a BSc in medicine, and the next three years are an MSc in medicine. This 6-year degree is recognized around the world and is the same as an MBBS in many ways.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732263961\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Does NEET need to be taken by Indian students?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Dutch universities don&#8217;t need it, but NMC India does. To get an Indian medical license (NExT\/FMGE) after graduation, you must pass the NEET-UG exam before you go to school abroad.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732265118\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Which universities in the Netherlands teach medicine in English?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Bachelor&#8217;s programs taught in English are available at the University of Groningen and Maastricht University. Some universities primarily deliver their classes in Dutch. Note: All clinical rotations for master&#8217;s degrees are done in Dutch across the country.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732266976\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the numerus fixus, and how does it affect Indian applicants?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a set number of people who can enroll. The selection process isn&#8217;t just based on merit; it includes entrance exams, tests of motivation, and a weighted ranking system. To be in the running for these few seats, you must apply through Studielink by January 15.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732268087\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the total cost of studying MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian students for 6 years?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A good guess is between \u20b91.8 crore and \u20b92.2 crore, which is about \u20ac165,000 to \u20ac200,000. This pays for housing, insurance, tuition, and other costs of living. The most expensive city is Amsterdam. Groningen and Maastricht are a little cheaper.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732269914\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I practice in India after completing my MBBS from the Netherlands?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, as long as certain conditions are met. The Dutch university you want to attend must be in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). Before you can enroll, you must be a qualified NEET. After graduating, you must pass the Indian licensing exam for foreign medical graduates, called the FMGE or NExT. You must then do a 12-month Compulsory Rotatory Medical Internship (CRMI) at an NMC-approved Indian hospital. Thereafter, you can join a state medical council and start working as a doctor in India. The entire process takes 18 to 24 months, from graduation to license.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732271009\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What scholarships are available for MBBS in the Netherlands for Indian students?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but they are biased and compete with each other. The NL Scholarship (\u20b95.4 Lakh), the Orange Tulip Scholarship (OTS) (up to \u20b916 Lakh), and different university excellence grants are all important choices. They don&#8217;t pay for the whole six years.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732272110\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do I need to learn Dutch to study medicine in the Netherlands?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. You can start in English, but you need to be fluent in Dutch (B1\/B2 level) for clinical rotations in years 4 and 6, so you can talk to patients and staff. Learn for at least six months before you move.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732273213\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the visa process for Indian students admitted to a Dutch medicine program?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Once you are accepted, the university applies for your MVV (entry visa) through the IND. The Dutch Embassy in India is where you can get it. When you get there, you have to register with the local government to get your VVR (residence permit).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1775732274410\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What should I do if I get rejected in the numerus fixus selection?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can try again in October, when the next cycle starts. Take a foundation year, learn Dutch, or use the year to boost your profile. To lower your risk, apply to more than one Dutch university at the same time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">15<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> \u26a1 Quick Read University of Groningen and Maastricht are the only Dutch universities with English-medium BSc medicine tracks. The 6-year MBBS equivalent costs Rs.1.8\u20132.2 crore in total, including tuition and living costs. NEET qualifying score is mandatory before enrolling in any MBBS program abroad per NMC India rules. 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