How much are the yearly tuition fees for MBBS in China for me as an Indian student?

Annual tuition for MBBS in China commonly falls in the range of RMB 21,000 to 48,000 (approx INR 3.01 to 6.89 L). Over the full six years, total tuition typically adds up to around INR 18 lakh to 40 lakh, but this is a general range from multiple sources, so confirm the exact figure with your shortlisted university. Some universities charge more (for example, SJTU at about RMB 75,000, approx INR 10.76 L a year).

Tuition and monthly living costs

Other costs to budget for

• Living costs depend on the city: Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen are on the higher side, while cities such as Wuhan, Nanjing and Chengdu tend to be more affordable.
• Off-campus rent can be higher than the ranges above, and private rentals sit closer to the top of the accommodation range, while university dorms are usually cheaper.
• One-time registration or application fee
• Health insurance, which most universities make mandatory
• Visa costs, books and study materials

My Advice

Budget for tuition, living costs and the smaller extras together, not tuition alone. Use the ranges above as a starting estimate and ask your shortlisted universities for their current fee sheet in writing. Compare cities too, since where you study changes your monthly spend.