Government MBBS Universities in Bangladesh 2026
List of government-funded medical universities in Bangladesh for MBBS. Lower fees, better infrastructure, and higher FMGE pass rates compared to private universities.
Reviewed by the iAMBBS medical admissions team•Last updated July 2026
Government medical universities in Bangladesh are publicly funded institutions that typically offer lower tuition fees, better-equipped teaching hospitals, and higher FMGE pass rates than their private counterparts. These universities are the preferred choice for budget-conscious Indian students seeking quality MBBS education abroad.
Among the 16 universities listed, 12 are NMC approved and 16 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 100% at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College. Average annual fees are approximately $5,574 (₹4.7 lakhs).
Government vs Private Medical Universities in Bangladesh
Government (state-funded) medical universities in Bangladesh are usually the first choice for Indian students because they typically charge lower tuition, have larger established teaching hospitals, and often post stronger FMGE outcomes than private institutions. They are state-run, which generally means better-regulated infrastructure and a longer track record of training doctors.
Compare All 16 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mymensingh Medical CollegeMymensingh District of the Dhaka Division, Bangladesh | $5,408 (₹4.6L) | ₹28L | 78% | Yes |
| 2 | Sir Salimullah Medical CollegeDhaka, Bangladesh | $6,508 (₹5.5L) | ₹33L | 75% | Yes |
| 3 | Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical CollegeDhaka, Bangladesh | — | ₹1L | 75% | Yes |
| 4 | Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical CollegeSylhet, Bangladesh | $5,400 (₹4.6L) | ₹28L | 100% | Yes |
| 5 | Army Medical College DhakaDhaka, Bangladesh | $1,850 (₹1.6L) | ₹9L | — | Yes |
| 6 | Sher-e-Bangla Medical CollegeBarisal, Bangladesh | $7,100 (₹6.0L) | ₹36L | — | Yes |
| 7 | Southern Medical CollegeChittagong, Bangladesh | $7,800 (₹6.6L) | ₹40L | 100% | — |
| 8 | Faridpur Medical CollegeFaridpur, Bangladesh | $727 (₹0.6L) | ₹4L | — | Yes |
| 9 | Khulna Medical CollegeKhulna, Bangladesh | $6,800 (₹5.8L) | ₹35L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Bogra Medical CollegeBogra Cantonment, Bangladesh | $7,500 (₹6.4L) | ₹38L | — | Yes |
| 11 | Dhaka Medical Collegecapital city of Bangladesh, Bangladesh | — | ₹179L | 17% | Yes |
| 12 | Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical UniversityDhaka, Bangladesh | — | — | — | Yes |
| 13 | Jessore Medical CollegeJashore, Bangladesh | — | — | — | Yes |
| 14 | Chittagong Medical CollegeChittagong, Bangladesh | $6,108 (₹5.2L) | ₹31L | 27% | — |
| 15 | Rajshahi Medical CollegeRajshahi, Bangladesh | $6,108 (₹5.2L) | ₹31L | — | — |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 16 universities below.
Mymensingh Medical College
Sir Salimullah Medical College
Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College
Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College
Army Medical College Dhaka
Sher-e-Bangla Medical College
Southern Medical College
Faridpur Medical College
Khulna Medical College
Bogra Medical College
Dhaka Medical College
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University
Jessore Medical College
Chittagong Medical College
Rajshahi Medical College
Dinajpur Medical College
What to Weigh Before Choosing a Government University
Lower fees are the headline benefit, but confirm the total six-year cost (tuition + hostel + living), the language of clinical instruction, and the university's NMC approval and FMGE pass rate. Some government universities teach clinical years partly in the local language — check that English-medium clinical exposure is genuinely available for the full course.
How to Apply for MBBS in Bangladesh
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 Bangladesh, through admission and visa, to arrival support.