Study MBBS in Romania

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Romania offers high-quality MBBS education in English for Indian students with affordable tuition and a safe environment.

Romania has emerged as a popular destination for Indian students seeking an MBBS degree abroad, offering a blend of European academic excellence and cultural diversity. The country boasts several universities recognized by the Medical Council of India (NMC) and other global medical councils, providing a solid foundation in medical education with state-of-the-art infrastructure and experienced faculty. The curriculum is designed to meet international standards, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for global medical practice.

Studying MBBS in Romania provides students with the opportunity to experience life in the heart of Europe, with a rich history and vibrant culture. The country's healthcare system is advanced, offering ample clinical exposure and practical training opportunities. With a safe environment, affordable cost of living, and a supportive atmosphere for international students, Romania stands out as an attractive option for those aiming to pursue a career in medicine abroad.

Key highlights

NMC-recognized universities with modern facilities
Affordable tuition fees compared to Western European countries
Rich clinical exposure in advanced healthcare settings
Safe and welcoming environment for Indian students
English-medium instruction with no donation or capitation fees

Frequently asked questions

Is MBBS in Romania recognized by the NMC?

Yes, several universities in Romania are recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), allowing graduates to practice in India after clearing the FMGE exam.

What is the duration of the MBBS program in Romania?

The standard MBBS program in Romania typically lasts 6 years, including both theoretical and practical training components.

Are there any hidden costs for studying MBBS in Romania?

No, Romanian universities do not charge donation or capitation fees. Tuition fees are transparent and affordable, with no hidden costs.

Can Indian students easily adapt to life in Romania?

Yes, Romanian universities have established support systems for international students, and the local population is generally welcoming and helpful to newcomers.

Guide updated Jul 23, 2026 · Verified WDOMS data on TrustMBBS

About Romania

Romania is a country in Central and Southeastern Europe. It lies on the lower course of the Danube, north of the Balkan Peninsula, and on the northwestern shore of the Black Sea. It borders Ukraine to the north and east, Hungary to the west, Serbia to the southwest, Bulgaria to the south, Moldova to the east, and the Black Sea to the southeast. It is the twelfth-largest country in Europe by area, covering 238,397 km2…

Capital: Bucharest
Population: 19.04M
Region: Europe

Currency: Romanian leu (lei)

Dialing code: +40

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Tourism in Romania
In December 2024, Romania's tourism sector had a 6.8% increase in arrivals at accommodation facilities, including hotels, apartments, and rental rooms
Dracula tourism
Dracula tourism mainly in Transylvania, Romania. The most well-known Dracula tourism locations to visit in Romania are: Bran Castle ("Castelul Bran"), considered
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important is tourism in Romania's economy?". romania-insider.com. Archived from the original on 6 November 2015. "Over 1.9 million tourists visit Romania, where

Cities with verified MBBS colleges

Bucharest 2 Arad 1 Brasov 1 Cluj-Napoca 1 Constanta 1 Craiova 1 Galati 1 Iasi 1 Oradea 1 Sibiu 1 Târgu Mureș 1 Timisoara 1

Number = verified MBBS colleges in that city. Open a city for its colleges, verified student helpers and scam reports.

📖 Stories from here

First-person accounts — scams that happened here and help verified students here provide. Reviewed before publishing.

📰 From the news 1 Nov 2026

264,100 lei and 1,650 euros seized from a 28-year-old 'doctor' with no medical degree: three years of consultations at a Bragadiru clinic in Ilfov, Romania

Romania's College of Physicians keeps the public register of doctors, and nobody who is not on it may lawfully consult, diagnose or treat patients. Yet in Ilfo…

📍 Bragadiru, Romania

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Eight school grades, a forged Priština diploma and a practice code issued in Bucharest: the Italian 'plastic surgeon' who operated on 28 people before being caught on a border train

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📍 Bucharest, Romania

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Exam answers by SMS for €400, a thesis for €600: the Arad professors prosecuted for selling medical graduations to foreign students

Romania's public medical universities are among Europe's most established destinations for foreign students, with English- and French-language programmes that …

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✈️ Before you fly to Romania

The checks that separate a safe admission from a scam. Do them yourself — not through the agent.

Before paying anyone

College is in the World Directory of Medical Schools (every college page here shows its WDOMS ID).
Offer letter confirmed by email from the university's own domain.
Fee structure in writing; tuition paid only to the university's bank account, receipt on university letterhead.
Agent/consultancy name checked on Check before you pay.
Originals stay with you — copies only.

Documents & money

Passport valid 18+ months; visa; 6–8 passport photos; attested school-leaving certificates; your entrance-exam result if your home regulator requires one (NEET, MDCAT, etc.); medical certificate; police clearance if required.
Confirmation that this university is accepted by your own country's medical regulator — the list differs for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, Malaysia and others.
Money on a forex card plus a little cash — never large cash handed to anyone "for the university".
Travel + health insurance that covers Romania; a copy of every document in your email.

Landing safely

Know who is meeting you and confirm it with the university or a verified student — not only the agent.
See the hostel before paying a deposit; ask a current student whether it's the real one.
Register with your country's embassy or consulate after arrival (many run a student portal); save its emergency number — stranded students in the cases we've published got out through their embassy.
Local SIM, bank account, and the campus map in your first week — a senior can do this with you in an afternoon.

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#	College name	City
1	Universitatea 'Dunărea de Jos' din Galați Facultatea de Medicină çi Farmacie	Galati
2	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Carol Davila Facultatea de Medicină	Bucharest
3	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie din Craiova Facultatea de Medicină	Craiova
4	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Grigore T. Popa Facultatea de Medicină	Iasi
5	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Iuliu Hațieganu Facultatea de Medicină	Cluj-Napoca
6	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Victor Babeș Facultatea de Medicină	Timisoara
7	Universitatea de Medicină, Farmacie, Științe çi Tehnologie 'George Emil Palade' Târgu Mureș	Târgu Mureș
8	Universitatea de Vest Vasile Goldis din Arad Facultatea de Medicină	Arad
9	Universitatea din Oradea Facultatea de Medicină çi Farmacie	Oradea
10	Universitatea Lucian Blaga din Sibiu Facultatea de Medicină 'Victor Papilian'	Sibiu
11	Universitatea Ovidius Constanta Facultatea de Medicină	Constanta
12	Universitatea Titu Maiorescu Facultatea de Medicină çi Medicină Dentara	Bucharest
13	Universitatea Transilvania din Brașov Facultatea de Medicină	Brasov

🛡️ Safety & expenses in Romania

We don't publish a made-up "safety score" — official sources and real verification beat a number nobody can audit. Here's what to actually check.

🚨 Emergency numbers

112

Commonly used general emergency number. Save it in your phone on arrival, and confirm it with your university — some regions use a different local number.

Also save your home country's nearest embassy or consulate contact number before you fly, and register with them if your country offers it (e.g. India's MADAD portal, the UK's FCDO registration).

🧭 Before you go

Check your home government's official travel advisory for Romania — search it here rather than trust a consultancy's summary of it.
Keep scanned copies of your passport, visa, and admission letter in cloud storage, separate from the originals.
Get travel/health insurance that explicitly covers the country and duration of your course.
Learn the area around your campus and hostel in daylight before relying on it at night.
Avoid unlicensed taxis or "guides" who approach you at the airport — arrange pickup through the university where possible.

💰 Verify these expenses yourself

We don't publish estimated costs here — they date quickly and vary by city and lifestyle. Before you commit money, get these in writing directly from the university, not only from an agent:

Full multi-year tuition, and whether it can increase year to year
Hostel/accommodation fees and what's included (food, utilities, wifi)
One-time costs: visa, admission/registration fees, health checks
Approximate flight cost for your route and how often you'd realistically travel home
Health insurance premium required for your visa or enrollment

🔎 Most Searched Medical Colleges in Romania

The college pages for Romania that people reach from Google most often (Search Console, past 16 months). Being searched for is not the same as being recognised: open each page and check the regulator status, fees and stories before you pay anyone.

#	College Name	City	Rating	Reviews
1	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Carol Davila Facultatea de Medicină	Bucharest	4.3 ⭐	109
2	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Grigore T. Popa Facultatea de Medicină	Iasi	3.9 ⭐	97
3	Universitatea de Medicină, Farmacie, Științe çi Tehnologie 'George Emil Palade' Târgu Mureș	Târgu Mureș	4.2 ⭐	85
4	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Iuliu Hațieganu Facultatea de Medicină	Cluj-Napoca	3.9 ⭐	48
5	Universitatea de Vest Vasile Goldis din Arad Facultatea de Medicină	Arad	4.4 ⭐	43
6	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie din Craiova Facultatea de Medicină	Craiova	4.3 ⭐	35
7	Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Victor Babeș Facultatea de Medicină	Timisoara	—	1
8	Universitatea Titu Maiorescu Facultatea de Medicină çi Medicină Dentara	Bucharest	—	1
9	Universitatea Ovidius Constanta Facultatea de Medicină	Constanta	—	1
10	Universitatea Lucian Blaga din Sibiu Facultatea de Medicină 'Victor Papilian'	Sibiu	—	1
11	Universitatea din Oradea Facultatea de Medicină çi Farmacie	Oradea	—	1
12	Universitatea 'Dunărea de Jos' din Galați Facultatea de Medicină çi Farmacie	Galati	—	1
13	Universitatea Transilvania din Brașov Facultatea de Medicină	Brasov	—	1

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Corruption bad ranking it figures on ( 1001)th lasts university in the world , more over they dare to ask you to pay 7500€/ year , obviously it doesn't deserve they have old material , some teachers blackmail you , if you give them 300€ you can get the test beafor testing day . Also the administration try to scam you with hidden fees

Universitatea de Vest Vasile Goldis din Arad Facultatea de Medicină

Noor Melhem Mar 2025

I've had such a great experience here! The way the staff, especially the student relations team, treats students with kindness and respect is truly impressive. Their support and professionalism make a real difference. Wishing the university continued success and even greater achievements in the future! ? …

Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Carol Davila Facultatea de Medicină

Alexandru Popescu Nov 2025

The historical building of the "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Part of the courses and practical work in the first years of study (Faculty of Medicine · Faculty of Dentistry · Faculty of Pharmacy · Faculty of Midwifery and Nursing) as well as various university events take place here.

Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie din Craiova Facultatea de Medicină

Denisa Barbulescu Feb 2017

I study at this university, I recommend it because of the quality of education, the conditions offered, the new building is extremely beautifully designed, the old one was partially renovated and the renovation will continue. The reading room is arranged on 2 floors, also with a wonderful design.

Universitatea de Medicină çi Farmacie Grigore T. Popa Facultatea de Medicină

decor pin Feb 2024

Are you, who run this institution, NOT capable of managing the "House of Craftsmen"? A ruin that is about to fall, thousands of people look at this "dirty and dry shack" building. Don't you know that the housekeepers at least whitewash their faces in the spring? What a shame....

Universitatea de Medicină, Farmacie, Științe çi Tehnologie 'George Emil Palade' Târgu Mureș

radu mihalca Feb 2020

VERY GOOD DOCTORS. DR. GLIGA C. AN EXCEPTIONAL DOCTOR. HE SHOWS A SPECIAL INTEREST IN THE PATIENT. CLEAN CLINIC, NICE, COMMUNICATIVE STAFF, INTERESTED IN PATIENTS. HE BECOMES VERY NICE WITH CHILDREN. THEY ARE OPERATE AND PROMISING. CONGRATULATIONS!!!