WHO Approved Medical Universities in China 2026
WHO approved (WDOMS listed) medical universities in China for Indian students 2026. Verified recognition status, fees, FMGE pass rates.
Reviewed by the iAMBBS medical admissions team•Last updated July 2026
Medical universities in China listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO/WDOMS listing is an important recognition alongside NMC approval — it validates that the university meets international standards for medical education.
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).
WHO / WDOMS Listing Explained
A WHO-approved university in China is one listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), jointly maintained by the World Federation for Medical Education and the FAIMER foundation and referenced by the WHO. WDOMS listing signals that the medical school is recognised by its own country's health authority and meets baseline international standards.
Compare Top 50 of 108 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 | Southeast University Medical College | $6,600 (₹5.6L) | ₹34L | 20% | Yes |
| 3 | Southwest Medical UniversityLuzhou, China | $4,930 (₹4.2L) | ₹25L | 15% | Yes |
| 4 | Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese MedicineNanchang, China | $4,800 (₹4.1L) | ₹24L | 27% | Yes |
| 5 | Ningbo UniversityNingbo, China | $5,880 (₹5.0L) | ₹30L | 21% | Yes |
| 6 | Shandong University School of MedicineJinan, China | $3,000 (₹2.5L) | ₹15L | 10% | Yes |
| 7 | Fujian Medical University | $5,070 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 24% | Yes |
| 8 | Central South University Xiangya School of MedicineChangsha, China | $2,222 (₹1.9L) | ₹11L | — | Yes |
| 9 | Xiamen University School of MedicineXiamen, China | $5,278 (₹4.5L) | ₹27L | 19% | Yes |
| 10 | Sichuan University School of MedicineChengdu, China | $6,500 (₹5.5L) | ₹33L | — | Yes |
| 11 | Chongqing Traditional Chinese Medicine UniversityChongqing, China | $4,400 (₹3.7L) | ₹22L | — | Yes |
| 12 | Sichuan University West China Medical CenterChengdu, China | $7,493 (₹6.4L) | ₹38L | — | Yes |
| 13 | China Medical UniversityShenyang, China | $4,167 (₹3.5L) | ₹21L | 14% | Yes |
| 14 | Zhengzhou University Medical CampusZhengzhou, China | $4,850 (₹4.1L) | ₹25L | 11% | Yes |
| 15 | Ningxia Medical UniversityYinchuan, China | $5,000 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 8% | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 108 universities below.
China Medical University School of Medicine
Southeast University Medical College
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
Southeast University School of Medicine
Xi'An Jiaotong University Health Science Center
Xuzhou Medical University
Kunming 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
Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center
Suzhou University School of Medicine
Shantou University Medical College
Beihua University School of Medicine
Shantou University School of Medicine
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Jinan University
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
Huazhong University of Science and Technology
Hebei Medical University
Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine
Tianjin Medical University
WHO Listing vs NMC Approval — You Need Both
For Indian students, WDOMS listing alone is not enough — the university in China must ALSO be NMC-approved for the degree to be usable in India. Treat WHO/WDOMS listing as a quality signal that complements, but does not replace, NMC approval. Always confirm both before applying.
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.