Italy MBBS English-taught universities for Indian students 2026?
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Top Italian universities offering English-taught MBBS (6-year programs, NMC-recognised for India): University of Bari, University of Bologna, La Sapienza Rome, University of Pavia, Tor Vergata Rome, Federico II Naples, Humanitas Milano (private). Entrance exam: IMAT (held annually in September — IMAT 2025 was 17 Sep 2025; IMAT 2026 expected mid-September). Tuition: €0-4,000/year at public; €20,000+ at Humanitas. Apply via Universitaly portal.
Italy English-taught MBBS — universities + admission 2026
Top NMC-recognised English-taught MBBS programs
| University | City | Type | Tuition/year (€) | NMC recognised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Bari (Aldo Moro) | Bari | Public | 0-2,500 | Yes |
| University of Bologna | Bologna | Public | 600-4,000 | Yes |
| La Sapienza | Rome | Public | 1,000-2,800 | Yes |
| University of Pavia | Pavia | Public | 0-3,500 | Yes |
| Tor Vergata | Rome | Public | 600-3,500 | Yes |
| Federico II | Naples | Public | 600-3,500 | Yes |
| Humanitas University | Milano | Private | 20,000+ | Yes |
IMAT entrance exam
- When: Annually in September (IMAT 2025 was 17 Sep 2025; IMAT 2026 expected mid-September — exact date set by MUR/Universitaly each year)
- Format: 60 MCQ in 100 minutes — Reading + Logic + Math + Physics + Chemistry + Biology
- Where: Global test centres (India: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai)
- Registration: Universitaly portal (Aug-Sep window each year)
- Fee:
€155 (₹13,500) - Result: Score-based ranking; top scorers get university choices
Application steps
- Register on Universitaly portal — registration window Aug-Sep 2026
- Book IMAT exam slot via Universitaly
- Submit applications + take IMAT (mid-Sep 2026)
- Receive ranking + university offer
- Italian student visa (Type D, €116 fee) at VFS Italy
- Travel late Sep / Oct 2026
Cost summary (6 years total)
- Tuition: €0-24,000 total at public
- Living: €7,500-12,000/year × 6 = €45,000-72,000
- Total: €50,000-100,000 (₹45-90 L) for full program
Compared to Russia MBBS
Italian MBBS: EU-recognised + better quality + harder entry. Russian MBBS: easier admission + lower cost + larger Indian community.
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