Government MBBS Universities in China 2026
List of government-funded medical universities in China 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 China 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 96 universities listed, 51 are NMC approved and 96 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 100% at Hebei Medical University. Average annual fees are approximately $5,494 (₹4.7 lakhs).
Government vs Private Medical Universities in China
Government (state-funded) medical universities in China 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 Top 50 of 96 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China Medical University School of MedicineShenyang, China | $4,167 (₹3.5L) | ₹21L | 83% | Yes |
| 2 | Southwest Medical UniversityLuzhou, China | $4,930 (₹4.2L) | ₹25L | 15% | Yes |
| 3 | Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese MedicineNanchang, China | $4,800 (₹4.1L) | ₹24L | 27% | Yes |
| 4 | Ningbo UniversityNingbo, China | $5,880 (₹5.0L) | ₹30L | 21% | Yes |
| 5 | Shandong University School of MedicineJinan, China | $3,000 (₹2.5L) | ₹15L | 10% | Yes |
| 6 | Fujian Medical University | $5,070 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 24% | Yes |
| 7 | Central South University Xiangya School of MedicineChangsha, China | $2,222 (₹1.9L) | ₹11L | — | Yes |
| 8 | Xiamen University School of MedicineXiamen, China | $5,278 (₹4.5L) | ₹27L | 19% | Yes |
| 9 | Sichuan University School of MedicineChengdu, China | $6,500 (₹5.5L) | ₹33L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Chongqing Traditional Chinese Medicine UniversityChongqing, China | $4,400 (₹3.7L) | ₹22L | — | Yes |
| 11 | Sichuan University West China Medical CenterChengdu, China | $7,493 (₹6.4L) | ₹38L | — | Yes |
| 12 | China Medical UniversityShenyang, China | $4,167 (₹3.5L) | ₹21L | 14% | Yes |
| 13 | Zhengzhou University Medical CampusZhengzhou, China | $4,850 (₹4.1L) | ₹25L | 11% | Yes |
| 14 | Ningxia Medical UniversityYinchuan, China | $5,000 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 8% | Yes |
| 15 | Guangxi Medical UniversityNanning, China | $5,070 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 12% | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 96 universities below.
China Medical University School of Medicine
Southwest Medical University
Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Ningbo University
Shandong University School of Medicine
Fujian Medical University
Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine
Xiamen University School of Medicine
Sichuan University School of Medicine
Chongqing Traditional Chinese Medicine University
Sichuan University West China Medical Center
China Medical University
Zhengzhou University Medical Campus
Ningxia Medical University
Guangxi Medical University
Nantong University Medical School
Qingdao University Medical College
Xuzhou Medical University
Yangzhou University
Ningxia University
Ningbo University School of Medicine
Chongqing Medical University
Zhengzhou University Medical School
Tongji Medical College
Yangzhou University School of Medicine
Qingdao University School of Medicine
Nantong University School of Medicine
Suzhou University School of Medicine
Beihua University School of Medicine
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Fujian Normal University
China Medical University Dalian Branch
Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Harbin Medical University
Tongji University School of Medicine
Shandong University Medical School
Soochow University Medical College
Shandong Normal University
Hebei Medical University
Tianjin Medical University
Yunnan Normal University
Harbin Medical University Daqing Campus
Shanxi Medical University
Jilin University Norman Bethune Health Science Center
Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Beihua University
China Three Gorges University
Tianjin Normal University
Tianjin Medical University School of Medicine
Dali University School of Medicine
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 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.