2026 MBBS Admission Guidance
Study MBBS in Saudi Arabia
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From eligibility check to admission, visa, accommodation and more - we guide you at every step.
World Class Medical Universities in Saudi Arabia
View AllLowest Scholarship FeeAlNahda Colleges
RiyadhConfirmEnglishInternational
SAR 40,000/semester
Partial scholarship
PopularBatterjee Medical College
JeddahBothEnglishInternational
SAR 90,000/year
Paid study
RecommendedAlmaarefa University
Al-DerayaBothEnglishInternational
SAR 46,000/semester
Paid study
Test ReadyVision College in Riyadh
RiyadhBothEnglishInternational
SAR 46,000/semester
Paid study
6-Year RouteAl-Rayan National Colleges
MadinahBothAR + ENInternational
SAR 92,000/year
Paid study
Fee SignalKing Saud University
RiyadhBothAR + ENInternational
SAR 148,646/year
Paid study
Riyadh OptionKing Abdulaziz University
JeddahBothEnglishInternational
SAR 40,000/semester
Paid study
Jeddah RouteAlfaisal University
RiyadhBothEnglishInternational
SAR 94,000/year
Paid study
Madinah RouteKing Khalid University
AbhaBothEnglishInternational
SAR 50,000 first year
Paid study
InterviewMajmaah University
Al-MajmaahBothEnglishInternational
SAR 60,000/year
Paid study
English MediumRiyadh Elm University
RiyadhBothEnglishInternational
SAR 46,000/semester
Paid study
Top ChoiceFahad Bin Sultan University
TaboukBothEnglishInternational
SAR 85,000/year
Paid studyPopularSulaiman Al Rajhi University
Al BukayriyahConfirmEnglishInternational
Official fee: request sheet
Paid studyRecommendedPrince Mohammad Bin Fahd University
Al KhobarConfirmEnglishInternational
SAR 103,500/year incl. VAT
Paid studyTest ReadyPrince Sultan University
RiyadhConfirmEnglishInternational
SAR 4,000/MBBS credit
Paid studyEligibility clarity
First understand these terms
High School Diploma
For Indian students, this generally means Class 12 certificate + marksheet in Science/PCB stream or accepted equivalent.
Minimum average 90%
Usually interpreted as about 90% or above in Class 12/Higher Secondary academics, not NEET percentile.
Scientific or Health stream
Usually equivalent to Class 12 Science with Biology, Chemistry, Physics plus required board subjects.
Paid Study
Self-funded route where tuition and other costs are borne by student/family, not a full scholarship.
Linked college pages
Simple fee comparison
| University / College | City | Fee | Duration | Test focus | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Abdulaziz University | Jeddah | SAR 40,000/semester | 7 years | Qiyas General Aptitude + Tahsili / Achievement + English test readiness | Open |
| Fahad Bin Sultan University | Tabouk | SAR 85,000/year | 7 years | Strong Class 12 academic profile (around 90% benchmark in listing) | Open |
| Almaarefa University | Al-Deraya / Riyadh region | SAR 46,000/semester | 7 years | University admission criteria, certificate equivalency and English proficiency | Open |
| King Khalid University | Abha | SAR 50,000 first year | 6 years | Certificate equivalency, strong Science marks, English proficiency and accepted standardised tests | Open |
| Majmaah University | Al-Majmaah | SAR 60,000/year | 7 years | Qiyas General Aptitude Test | Open |
| Alfaisal University | Riyadh | SAR 94,000/year | 6 years | SAT/ACT/IB/A-Level/UCAT/MCAT or Saudi equivalents plus IELTS/TOEFL | Open |
| King Saud University | Riyadh | SAR 148,646/year | 7 years | SAT >= 1200, interview/written assessment, strict profile screening | Open |
| Riyadh Elm University | Riyadh | SAR 46,000/semester | 7 years | Weighted ratio benchmark, SAAT/GAT or accepted alternatives | Open |
| Al-Rayan National Colleges | Almadinat Almunawara | SAR 92,000/year | 7 years | High School Diploma + optional supporting test results | Open |
| Vision College in Riyadh | Riyadh | SAR 46,000/semester | 7 years | Interview process with separate interview fee | Open |
| Batterjee Medical College | Jeddah | SAR 90,000/year | 7 years | High School Diploma based listing; verify additional rules directly | Open |
| Sulaiman Al Rajhi University | Al Bukayriyah | Official fee: request sheet | Verify full study + internship structure | About 90% Science, assessment and English proficiency; direct routes may use SAT/IELTS | Open |
| AlNahda Colleges | Riyadh | SAR 40,000/semester | 5 years + 1 internship year | Current university admission and certificate-equivalency requirements | Open |
| Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University | Al Khobar | SAR 103,500/year incl. VAT | New programme; verify 54 months + 12-month internship | Current PMU medicine admission requirements | Open |
| Prince Sultan University | Riyadh | SAR 4,000/MBBS credit | Verify 54 months + separate 12-month internship | Strong school marks, Qudurat/Tahsili or SAT alternatives, English and preparatory performance | Open |
Common documents Indian students should keep ready
- Class 10 certificate and marksheet
- Class 12 Science/PCB certificate and marksheet
- Passport and passport-size photos
- NEET scorecard for India-return planning
- SAT/ACT/English-test scores where required
- Qiyas/Tahsili/SAAT evidence where required
- Medical fitness and insurance documentation
- Attested and translated documents where applicable
- Financial proof / guarantee documents
- Written confirmations on duration, internship and licensing eligibility
Final student guidance
- Admission is competitive and not automatic; Class 12 Science performance remains central.
- Some universities require SAT/ACT/English tests or Saudi aptitude/achievement test readiness.
- NEET should be maintained for Indian future compliance even when not listed as Saudi admission test.
- Fees are premium; confirm VAT, hostel, refund, internship and licensing details before payment.
Indian applicant roadmap
Admission, visa and NMC checks—before you pay
Saudi admission and Indian registration are separate checks. Use this sequence to avoid choosing a prestigious university with an unsuitable international pathway.
- 1
Qualify NEET
For Indian and OCI students, NEET is the foreign-medical admission eligibility certificate and is valid for three years, including a pre-medical or language course.
- 2
Confirm an open international route
Verify that the current intake accepts non-Saudis living outside Saudi Arabia, Indian Class 12 qualifications and educational-visa applicants.
- 3
Complete NMC due diligence
Collect the curriculum, academic calendar, credit plan, medium letter, internship policy, hospital list and Saudi licensing-eligibility letter.
- 4
Obtain certificate equivalency
Indian school records may need board verification, attestation, diplomatic authentication and Saudi Ministry of Education equivalency.
- 5
Complete university assessments
Depending on the institution, prepare for SAT/ACT, Biology and Chemistry tests, IELTS/TOEFL, interview or a preparatory year.
- 6
Secure final admission and visa support
Do not rely on a provisional offer. Obtain the final programme duration, invoice, refund rules, visa support, internship and licensing statement.
- 7
Apply for the educational visa
Prepare a valid passport, financial capacity, medical report, insurance, teaching-language evidence and guardian consent if under 18.
- 8
Finish training in Saudi Arabia
For NMC compliance, complete the course, clinical training and internship in the same institution and country.
NMC FMGL checklist
A listed university is not automatically NMC approved
WDOMS is a directory check. Indian registration depends on the exact course, internship and local-licensing eligibility. Passing FMGE cannot repair a structurally non-compliant programme.
54 months
Minimum academic medical study with theory, practical and clinical training.
12 months
A separate hands-on internship in the same foreign medical institution.
English medium
Obtain a formal letter covering the complete medical programme.
Same institution and country
Avoid transferred, outsourced or third-country clinical training and internships.
Saudi licence eligibility
A non-Saudi graduate must be eligible for the local licensing pathway at par with local graduates.
10-year completion limit
The complete foreign medical course must be finished within ten years from joining.
Best counselling line
MBBS in Saudi Arabia is a premium self-funded medical education route for academically strong Indian students with good Class 12 Science marks, NEET qualification, test readiness and strong financial planning.
Frequently asked questions
Can students from India apply to all Saudi medicine programs?
Admission eligibility can vary by university and intake year. Students should confirm current criteria directly with the university before applying.
Is NEET a Saudi university admission test?
NEET is not the standard Saudi university admission test, but Indian students should keep NEET qualification for future India-return registration planning.
Are SAT/ACT/English tests needed in Saudi MBBS routes?
It depends on university. Some routes explicitly list SAT, ACT, English tests, or Saudi aptitude/achievement tests and should be counselled accordingly.
How should parents view Saudi MBBS financially?
Saudi medicine routes in this list are largely premium self-funded options. Families should plan full-course tuition plus living, insurance, and administrative charges.
Official and compliance note
University-specific pages above are structured from your provided counselling brief. Families should validate final intake-wise rules directly from official sources before payment.
Study in Saudi platform listingUniversity admission noticeNMC / India-return planning