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MBBS & BDS Admission for Foreign Students - Academic year 2024/2025 | Bangladesh


Looking to study MBBS or BDS abroad on a budget without compromising on quality? Bangladesh offers an incredible opportunity for foreign students, especially from Sri Lanka and other SAARC countries, to study in well-established government medical and dental colleges.
Here’s everything you need to know about the admission process for the 2024–2025 academic year.

The Government of Bangladesh, through the Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME), has announced the admission of foreign students to MBBS and BDS programs for the academic session 2024–2025. This initiative supports international cooperation in health and medical sciences and aims to promote inclusive global education. The Government of Bangladesh has reserved 221 seats for the foreign students of which 117 seats are allocated for South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries and 99 seats are allocated for nonSAARC countries, 5 reserved seats under Bangladesh government’s Scholarship program.

SCHOLARSHIP SUMMARY

Level of Study: Undergraduate
Institution: Total 46 Universities
Host Country: Bangladesh
Deadline: April 18, 2025
Eligibility: Citizens of all SAARC, non SAARC countries
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Bangladesh has become a popular destination for international students pursuing MBBS and BDS degrees due to its high-quality education, affordable tuition fees, and globally recognized medical curriculum. Government and private medical colleges in Bangladesh follow an English-medium syllabus that aligns with international standards, making it easier for foreign students to adapt. The country offers a safe, culturally familiar environment for South Asian students, especially with many colleges accommodating diverse international communities. Additionally, the presence of WHO-recognized institutions and the opportunity to practice in various countries after graduation make Bangladesh a practical and attractive choice for aspiring medical professionals.

Tuition Fees: For Government medical and dental colleges, students from SAARC countries will be required to pay tuition and other fees at the rate charged to a Bangladeshi student. Students from other countries will have to pay $5000 (five thousand) per year in addition to the tuition fees charged for Bangladeshi students. If students can’t pass the exam in due time, additional charges have to be paid.

SEAT DISTRIBUTION

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Sri Lanka-specific quota under SAARC:
MBBS: 13 seats
BDS: 2 seats

Note

Please be aware that obtaining recognition from the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) is a necessary requirement for registering to practice medicine and surgery in Sri Lanka, as per the Medical Ordinance. All applicants are strongly encouraged to check the registration status of the relevant Medical college/Dental College at the SLMC. The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education will not be responsible for ascertaining recognition/registration of the foreign medical/dental schools.

SCHOLARSHIP TIMELINE

  1. Deadline to submit applications to High Commission of Bangladesh in Colombo
    18 April 2025
  2. Verification and forwarding of applications to DGME via Ministry of Foreign Affairs

  3. Provisional selection list published

  4. Admission confirmation letters issued by DGME

  5. Visa processing & travel arrangements

  6. MBBS/BDS classes begin in Bangladesh medical colleges
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Important Legal Warning

Applicants are strictly advised to ensure that all information and documents submitted during the admission process are genuine and accurate. Any attempt to forge, fabricate, or misrepresent academic records or other supporting documents will lead to immediate disqualification from the admission process. Furthermore, if any discrepancies or false information are discovered at any stage—even after admission has been granted—the student’s admission will be cancelled, and they may face legal consequences in accordance with the law. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide verified and truthful documentation, and any violation will be treated with utmost seriousness.

HOW TO APPLY

Official Information Official Notice PDF

For More Information:
1. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Bangladesh
2. Director General of Medical Education
3. Directorate General of Health Services

Circular_BAN.pdf 8.65 MB
Application_BAN.pdf 115 KB
Note:
If you are unsure about how to convert Sri Lankan G.C.E. O/L and A/L grades into equivalent marks or GPA for the Bangladeshi system, it is highly recommended to contact the High Commission of Bangladesh in Colombo for guidance and clarification before submitting your application. This will ensure you calculate and fill the application form correctly.
✅ Step 1: Check Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for admission under the foreign student quota, candidates must meet the following academic conditions:

-Must have passed G.C.E. ‘O’ Level and ‘A’ Level (or equivalent) with a science background (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
-‘O’ Level (or equivalent) must not have been passed before 2021.
-‘A’ Level (or equivalent) must have been passed in 2023 or 2024.
-The gap between ‘O’ and ‘A’ level must not exceed 3 years.
-Minimum total GPA (converted from top subjects of both O/L and A/L): 9.00 (on a 5.00 scale).
-Minimum Grade Point in Biology (A/L or equivalent): 4.00 (equivalent to 70% or Grade A).


✅ Step 2: Prepare Required Documents
You will need the following documents in hard copy, attested as per instructions:

-Duly filled Application form (as per DGME circular)
-G.C.E. O/L certificate - Attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs
-G.C.E. A/L certificate - Attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs
-Copy of Passport (photo page)
-Recent passport-size photographs (4 copies)
-Copy of Birth Certificate


✅ Step 3: Submit Application
Directly submit your application to the High Commission of Bangladesh in Colombo


✅ Step 4: Wait for Selection & Confirmation

-After submission, applications are reviewed by the Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME) in Bangladesh.
-Selected candidates will be informed through the Bangladesh High Commission or their respective Ministry.
-Final admission confirmation will be issued based on eligibility and available seat quota.

Bangladesh High Commission,
No. 3, Srimath R.G. Senanayake Mawatha,
Colombo-07, Sri Lanka.

Email : mission.colombo@mofa.gov.bd
Phone : +94 11 2695-744, 2695-748
Location : Google Map

Deadline - 18 April 2025