This section lists medical college names and cities available for Iran (Islamic Republic of). Use it as a shortlist starting point, then verify current recognition, programme, internship, licence and NMC/FMGL fit before payment.
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Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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Source note: World Directory of Medical Schools public search, refreshed 2026-07-19. A WDOMS listing does not denote recognition, accreditation, or endorsement by the World Directory of Medical Schools, WFME, FAIMER, Intealth, or any sponsor unless expressly stated by that source. This directory reference is not an NMC approval list and does not replace current regulator or university verification.
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Iran is emerging as a strong and affordable MBBS abroad destination for Indian students due to low tuition fees, advanced hospital infrastructure, strong clinical exposure and globally recognized medical universities. Several Iranian universities are listed in WDOMS and are considered aligned with current NMC/FMGL requirements when properly verified.
Students should carefully verify language and licensing structure.
Indian students should ensure that the selected university fully complies with current NMC/FMGL regulations including course duration, internship, licensing eligibility and complete medium of instruction requirements.
📍 Tehran
💰 Estimated Cost: ₹35–55 Lakhs Total
Most prestigious and internationally recognized medical university in Iran
📍 Tehran
💰 Estimated Cost: ₹28–45 Lakhs Total
Strong clinical hospitals and English-medium programs
📍 Shiraz
💰 Estimated Cost: ₹25–40 Lakhs Total
Popular among international medical students
📍 Tehran
💰 Estimated Cost: ₹28–45 Lakhs Total
Research-oriented medical university with modern facilities
📍 Mashhad
💰 Estimated Cost: ₹22–38 Lakhs Total
Affordable and clinically strong medical institution
📍 Isfahan
💰 Estimated Cost: ₹24–40 Lakhs Total
Known for academic quality and hospital exposure
Yes, if the university and course structure comply with current NMC/FMGL regulations including internship and licensing eligibility requirements.
Iran offers affordable and academically strong medical education with good hospital exposure, but students should carefully verify language structure and licensing pathways.
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