MBBS in Canada is universally acknowledged and unlike other MBBS programs that require MCI to conduct an additional screening test in India, it is not needed in this case. However, in order to exercise as a Medical Practitioner, you must have a valid medical license in Canada as well in India. All you need is to register with the MCI and begin practicing without any further examination. International students planning to study in any of the medical universities in Canada should keep in mind that not all medical institutions accept applications from foreign students.

Why Study MBBS in Canada

Studying in Canada can open many doors for you. But what exactly makes it the most sought after destination to study MBBS? Here are some of the advantages of or rather the facts about studying MBBS in Canada for international students:

• 1.Reputed Colleges and globally accepted degrees


• 2.Best Quality education and Highly Qualified Faculty


• 3.Best Place to Live in the World


• 4.Diversity and Multicultural


• 5.No Language Constraint


• 6.Recognized Degrees and Scope for Research


• 7.Jobs in Canada with Work Permit


• 8.Scholarships


• 9.Excellent Pool of Opportunities Right after Graduation


• 10.Employment opportunities with immigration

Admission Requirements for MBBS in Canada for Indian students

Undergraduate Degree: You need to have an undergraduate degree in Biology or in Science. Doing MBBS in Canada in cities like Quebec, you would need 10+2 qualification and a 1-year diploma course in CEGEP. Apart from this, you also need to pass the basic entry requirement test.

English Language Proficiency Tests: Indian Students must possess the minimum English language proficiency You can choose the IELTS or TOEFL exam to prove your English proficiency requirement. A minimum of 6.5 bands in IELTS and 80 for TOEFL are required if you are pursuing an undergraduate course. And if you are pursuing Masters, then you need 7 in IELTS and 90 in TOEFL.

MCAT: You need to pass this basic entrance examination the “Medical College Admission Test” to fetch admission to some of the top medical colleges. Some medical universities in Canada may not require MCAT as a pre-requisite for admission to their University.

You need to clear the NEET/ NEXT exam to pursue MBBS in Canada.

You have to satisfy the requirements for the Canada Visa for Indian Students and medical test for Canada student visa.

Fees for MBBS in Canada

The Tuition fees varies from University to University and ranges from INR 18 Lakhs to 30 Lakhs per year which are likely to slightly rise or low as pet the colleges and scholarship one gets. The approximate tuition fee of some of the leading medical schools in Canada are as follows: 

Name of the University	Approx. Tuition Fees
University of Toronto	18 Lakhs
Trinity Medical College	19 Lakhs
University of Ottawa	29 Lakhs
University of Manitoba	23 Lakhs

The above fees are only indicative and subject to change from time to time and also on the fluctuations in the Currency Exchange rates. Besides Tuition fee you have to meet the Hostel / Accommodation and food expenses., Visa and Travel expenses, Admission fees, Processing fees, Service charges etc.

Scholarships for MBBS in Canada

When you are studying MBBS in Canada you can apply for government-funded or non-government funded scholarships. Some of the government scholarships are

• 1.NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship
• 2.Canada Graduate Scholarships

There are private scholarships or those which are directly offered by Canadian universities to fund your MBBS in Canada. All these scholarships are given based on merit. Some of them are:

• 1.Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship


• 2.Ontario Graduate Scholarship


• 3.Canadian Rhodes Scholars Foundation Scholarship


• 4.Dr. John E Bradley Scholarship


• 5.Trudeau Foundation Scholarships


• 6.Queen Esdale Memorial Scholarship


• 7.University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships