Cheapest MBBS in China 2026
Most affordable MBBS universities in China for Indian students 2026. Sorted by lowest total cost including tuition, hostel, and living expenses.
Reviewed by the iAMBBS medical admissions team•Last updated July 2026
Looking for the most affordable MBBS options in China? This list ranks medical universities by total 6-year cost (tuition + hostel + living expenses) to help Indian students and families find genuine budget-friendly options without compromising on NMC approval or education quality.
Among the 108 universities listed, 61 are NMC approved and 107 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 100% at Hebei Medical University. Average annual fees are approximately $5,557 (₹4.7 lakhs).
What "Cheapest MBBS in China" Really Includes
Affordable MBBS options in China are ranked here by total six-year cost — tuition plus hostel and living expenses — not just the headline tuition figure. A low first-year fee can hide higher living or later-year costs, so always compare the lifetime number. Every university listed is NMC-approved, because a cheap degree that can't be used in India is no saving at all.
Compare Top 50 of 108 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central South University Xiangya School of MedicineChangsha, China | $2,222 (₹1.9L) | ₹11L | — | Yes |
| 2 | Shandong University School of MedicineJinan, China | $3,000 (₹2.5L) | ₹15L | 10% | Yes |
| 3 | Wuhan University School of MedicineWuhan, China | $3,033 (₹2.6L) | ₹15L | 11% | — |
| 4 | Nanjing Medical UniversityNanjing, China | $3,400 (₹2.9L) | ₹17L | 16% | — |
| 5 | Chengdu University of TCMChengdu, China | $3,472 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | — | — |
| 6 | Henan Normal UniversityXinxiang, China | $3,500 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | — | — |
| 7 | Henan University of Science and TechnologyLuoyang, China | $3,500 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | — | — |
| 8 | Zhejiang University School of MedicineHangzhou, China | $3,500 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | 31% | — |
| 9 | Ningbo University School of MedicineNingbo, China | $3,525 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Beihua University School of MedicineJilin, China | $3,700 (₹3.1L) | ₹19L | 26% | Yes |
| 11 | Beihua UniversityJilin, China | $3,703 (₹3.1L) | ₹19L | — | Yes |
| 12 | Nanchang University Medical CollegeNanchang, China | $3,833 (₹3.3L) | ₹20L | — | — |
| 13 | Ningxia UniversityYinchuan, China | $3,927 (₹3.3L) | ₹20L | — | Yes |
| 14 | Beijing University of Chinese MedicineBeijing, China | $4,167 (₹3.5L) | ₹21L | — | Yes |
| 15 | China Medical UniversityShenyang, China | $4,167 (₹3.5L) | ₹21L | 14% | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 108 universities below.
Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine
Shandong University School of Medicine
Wuhan University School of Medicine
Nanjing Medical University
Chengdu University of TCM
Henan Normal University
Henan University of Science and Technology
Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Ningbo University School of Medicine
Beihua University School of Medicine
Beihua University
Nanchang University Medical College
Ningxia University
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
China Medical University
Peking University Health Science Center
Peking University Health Science Center Revised
Peking University Medical Science Center
China Medical University School of Medicine
Shihezi University School of Medicine
Shihezi University
China Three Gorges University
Qingdao University Medical College
Chongqing Medical University
Qingdao University School of Medicine
Yangzhou University
Yangzhou University School of Medicine
Harbin Medical University
Harbin Medical University Daqing Campus
Chongqing Traditional Chinese Medicine University
Nantong University School of Medicine
Nantong University Medical School
Gansu Medical College
Kunming Medical University
Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
Guizhou Medical University
Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
Anhui Medical University
Soochow University Medical College
Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Zhengzhou University Medical Campus
Zhengzhou University Medical School
Zhengzhou University School of Medicine
Xinjiang Medical University
Southwest Medical University
Yunnan Normal University
Nanjing Medical University Kangning Campus
Ningxia Medical University
Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine
Guangxi Medical University
Costs Students Forget to Budget For
Beyond tuition and hostel, plan for one-time and recurring extras: flights home (often twice a year), winter clothing for cold countries, mandatory health insurance, visa/residence renewals, and a local SIM and food. These typically add ₹1–3 lakh across the course. Building them into your budget from day one prevents mid-course financial stress.
Cheapest Isn't Always Best
The lowest-fee university is not automatically the right choice. A slightly higher-fee university with a much better FMGE pass rate and stronger clinical training is usually the better long-term investment. Use cost as a filter, then decide on FMGE outcomes and NMC approval.
How to Apply for MBBS in China
Once you have shortlisted a university from the list above, the process is straightforward: confirm you have qualified NEET, prepare your documents (10th/12th mark sheets, NEET scorecard, passport), apply to the university, receive the admission/invitation letter, and process your student visa. iAMBBS provides free, honest guidance at every step — from matching your NEET score and budget to a university in China, through admission and visa, to arrival support.