Cheapest MBBS in Ukraine 2026
Most affordable MBBS universities in Ukraine 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 Ukraine? 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 24 universities listed, 22 are NMC approved and 23 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 37% at Bukovinian State Medical University. Average annual fees are approximately $5,108 (₹4.3 lakhs).
What "Cheapest MBBS in Ukraine" Really Includes
Affordable MBBS options in Ukraine 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 All 24 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Petro Mohyla Black Sea National UniversityMykolaiv, Ukraine | $3,700 (₹3.1L) | ₹19L | — | Yes |
| 2 | Dnipropetrovsk State Medical AcademyDnipro, Ukraine | $3,833 (₹3.3L) | ₹20L | — | — |
| 3 | Bukovinian State Medical UniversityChernivtsi, Ukraine | $3,917 (₹3.3L) | ₹20L | 37% | Yes |
| 4 | Zaporizhzhia State Medical UniversityZaporizhzhia, Ukraine | $3,958 (₹3.4L) | ₹20L | 12% | Yes |
| 5 | Poltava State Medical UniversityPoltava, Ukraine | $4,000 (₹3.4L) | ₹20L | — | Yes |
| 6 | Ternopil State Medical UniversityTernopil, Ukraine | $4,100 (₹3.5L) | ₹21L | 9% | Yes |
| 7 | Donetsk National Medical UniversityKirovohrad, Ukraine | $4,300 (₹3.7L) | ₹22L | — | — |
| 8 | Kyiv Medical Universitycapital city of Ukraine, Ukraine | $4,417 (₹3.8L) | ₹23L | 6% | Yes |
| 9 | Taras Shevchenko National University of KyivKyiv, Ukraine | $4,500 (₹3.8L) | ₹23L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Bogomolets National Medical UniversityKyiv, Ukraine | $4,500 (₹3.8L) | ₹23L | 33% | Yes |
| 11 | Crimean Federal UniversitySimferopol, Ukraine | $4,526 (₹3.8L) | ₹23L | 27% | Yes |
| 12 | Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical UniversityIvano Frankivsk, Ukraine | $4,583 (₹3.9L) | ₹23L | 17% | Yes |
| 13 | Sumy State Universitycity of Sumy, Ukraine | $4,583 (₹3.9L) | ₹23L | — | Yes |
| 14 | Ukrainian Medical Stomatological AcademyPoltava, Ukraine | $4,600 (₹3.9L) | ₹23L | — | Yes |
| 15 | Lugansk State Medical UniversityRivne, Ukraine | $4,750 (₹4.0L) | ₹24L | 5% | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 24 universities below.
Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University
Dnipropetrovsk State Medical Academy
Bukovinian State Medical University
Zaporizhzhia State Medical University
Poltava State Medical University
Ternopil State Medical University
Donetsk National Medical University
Kyiv Medical University
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Bogomolets National Medical University
Crimean Federal University
Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University
Sumy State University
Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy
Lugansk State Medical University
Chernivtsi National Medical University
V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University
Kharkiv National Medical University
Vinnitsa National Pirogov Medical University
Vinnitsa National Medical University
Odessa National Medical University
Uzhhorod National University
Lviv National Medical University
National Pirogov Memorial 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 Ukraine
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 Ukraine, through admission and visa, to arrival support.