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Amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, Indian students are now turning to Georgia for MBBS studies. According to the data released under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme of the Reserve Bank of India, Indians have sent 50.25 million dollars for education in Georgia in 2024-25. This amount is almost 5 times more than the $10.33 million sent in 2018-19. In such a situation, let us tell you today why it is becoming the new choice of Indians for studying MBBS and why the trend is decreasing in countries like America and Canada along with Georgia and Ukraine.
Trend is moving away from Ukraine towards Georgia
Ukraine, which was once a favorite destination for Indian medical students, is now falling out of favor with the students. According to the latest RBI data, the amount sent to Ukraine was 14.18 million dollars in 2018-19, which has reduced to 2.40 million dollars in 2024-25. The amount sent to Russia was 69.94 million dollars, which was 200 percent more than in previous years. According to RBI, while 4,148 Indian students were studying in Georgia in 2019, this number will increase to 10,470 by 2023. The medical colleges here are famous for low fees and studies in English medium. The fees for MBBS course in Georgia also ranges between Rs 4,000 to Rs 7,500 annually. The total fee for a 6-year course is up to Rs 2,4000 in some universities, whereas in some universities this fee reaches around $45,000.
Why is Georgia’s popularity increasing?
Medical studies in Georgia are in English medium and the visa process here is also easy. Due to the country’s security, proximity to Europe and affordable fees, it has become a good option for Indian students. Many students are now continuing their studies in medical colleges of Georgia by taking direct transfer from Ukraine.
Indians’ interest in America and Canada is decreasing
According to the latest RBI data, there has been a 10 percent decline in the amount sent by Indian students to America in 2024-25. In Canada this decline was up to 43 percent, while in Australia a decline of 5 percent was recorded. There has been an increase of 12 percent in Britain and 70 percent in Germany, however, Georgia and Russia are emerging as the new choices of Indians in the medical education sector.
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