Following is an overview of MBBS in Poland for Indian students –

MBBS in Poland is a safe choice to make in terms of studies. The world-class infrastructure attracts a high number of international students.  The duration of the MBBS course is of 6 years which includes 5 years of study and 1-year of internship phase. The Polish language is compulsory as course material for 3 years in Poland MBBS Universities. It is helpful for students to gain command over the local language. Gaining knowledge of the Polish language also helps in better interaction with patients in the hospital.

After completing MBBS from Poland, the student can come back to India and appear for the licensing exam (NEXT). After clearing NEXT, you have to do internship in a hospital in India as well.

Following is the minimum MBBS in Poland eligibility criteria for Indian students-

Poland is a beautiful country situated in Central Europe. It is a part of the European Union. Poland is an entrancing nation that fills in as the land and social intersection of Eastern and Western Europe. Situated at the focal point of the Northern European plain, Poland has been a country of survivors since the establishment of the principal Polish state over 1000 years prior. With the total area of 312,679 km² (120,728 sq. mi), it’s the seventh biggest country on the continent. Polish population is over 3.85 crore. The capital city is Warsaw. Poland is put in a moderate zone with blended mainland and maritime atmosphere impacts. The official language is Polish. Roman Catholic is the dominant religion.

Talking about the MBBS in Poland, it is not a popular destination to pursue MBBS for Indian students. Almost 85.9% of People follow the catholic religion in every part of the country. According to the Medical Council of India, 11 medical schools provide a degree in medicine to Indian students. The number of students who go to Poland is very low as the tuition fee of the universities in Poland is equal to the fee of Indian private colleges. It makes more sense to study MBBS in India with that kind of budget. There are direct flights from Delhi to Warsaw which takes around 7-8 hours.

There were a total of 5 students who completed their degree in Poland came back to India and appeared for FMGE between 2015-18. Out of which 1 passed the MCI screening test. Although Poland is an EU country with a high tuition fee and developed and modern infrastructure to study medicine, however, the success rate is low. The degree from Poland medical universities is a globally recognised and the students are eligible to appear for FMGE/NEXT. The medical universities in Poland are recognised by MCI, WHO, Ministry of Education Poland and FAIMER to name a few.

MBBS in Poland cost is very high. Following is the MBBS from Poland fee structure of all the MCI recognised medical universities in Poland. There are a total of 11 MCI recognised universities in Poland. The total budget for MBBS from Poland will be in excess of ₹60 lakh at least. The better and more affordable options are –

• MBBS in Ukraine (Tuition fee starts approx. ₹15 lakh total for 6 years)
• MBBS in Kyrgyzstan (Tuition fee starts approx. ₹11.50 lakh total for 5 years)

Following is MBBS in Poland fees structure for international students –

Note –

⇒ € 1 = ₹80 used for calculations above. Kindly use the current exchange rate for calculations.
⇒ PLN 1 = ₹18 used for calculations above. Kindly use the current exchange rate for calculations.
⇒ USD 1 = ₹72 used for calculations above. Kindly use the current exchange rate for calculations.
⇒ Hostel, food, admission, visa, travelling cost is extra.

The admission process to study MBBS in Poland starts from mid-May or June every year. There are limited seats at every MCI recognised medical university in Poland. After getting higher secondary (12th) results, the candidate can apply for Poland medical universities. Also, the tuition fees paid every year by the student does not include any donation.

• Firstly, students are required to fill the application form of MBBS for the required institute.
• Medical Student must attach the copy of application form along with passport copy and other qualification details.
• After the duration of 7 to 8 days, International students get to know the status of their admission/application.
• After getting the confirmation about the admission, students are required to submit all the documents online for verification.
• These documents are required for the processing of the VISA.
• Then the candidate must book an appointment with the embassy for the approval of VISA and then wait for the commencement of the classes.

Please note that most of the universities conduct their own entrance exam. You should refer to the official website of the individual university to check the admission requirements, admission process and deadlines.

Documents Required

• At least 2 months are required to the ministry of Poland to sanction Visa.
• Before enrolling for  MBBS in Poland for Indian students program, do not forget to attest these important documents
• A valid Passport
• 10th Certificate & Mark sheet.
• 12thCertificate & Mark sheet.
• Date of Birth Certificate.
• Passport size photos
• Official Invitation letter from the Medical University of Poland.
• Authorization of all documents from the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
• Legalization of all documents from the Poland Embassy.
• Visa for Poland
• Bank receipt of University 1st year Tuition fee (required for some Universities).
• Medical test documents

Poland is a safe and beautiful country in middle Europe. The universities campus is marvellous with incredible infrastructure and environment. The college provides hostel facilities to every international student inside the campus area. Moreover, the universities have the finest professors to provide the best education to medical students. The hostel fee is kept at a minimum for international students. All the accommodation facilities are provided. Once the candidate is selected and enrolled in the university, they can apply for single, double hostels room according to their preference.

Poland is famous for spicy dumplings and Łazanki. The food provided in the mess of the medical universities in Poland is fresh and according to the students need. Indian food is also available but in less quantity. Indian mess facility is not available as there aren’t many Indian students studying in the medical universities. The students will have to cook the food themselves. This is a major disadvantage of studying medicine in Poland for Indian students.

In countries such as Ukraine, there are about 500-2,000 Indian students in almost every university. Therefore, Indian mess facility is available there.

Studying in Poland can be fruitful in many ways. There are several benefits to studying in Poland.

• Students are not required to quality TOELF/IELTS that is any test for the English language.
• For seeking admission in MBBS, students are required to clear NEET with minimum marks to take admission in any foreign country stated by Supreme Court of India.
• Internship opportunities are provided by Poland Universities.
• All the medical colleges in Poland follow English medium of instruction.
• It is easier to get admission for PG after MBBS in Poland in comparison to getting admission in India for PG.
• Many universities have a high USMLE passing ratio.

Poland is a safe and clean country but there are several reasons why Poland sometimes is not a good option to carry your studies forward.

• Language barriers arise which may hinder the studies.
• As the fee is high, there are few Indian students who actually go to Poland. Therefore, even if you manage to get to Poland, you will probably be the only student at your university from India.
• FMGE passing percentage is not good but the number of students who appeared is actually a few as well.
• There is difficulty in finding Indian food and restaurants. No Indian mess.
• Better options available at a lower cost.
• The budget at some of the universities is equal to the budget required for admission in Indian private universities.

Following is the FMGE or MCI Screening Test passing percentage of Indian students between 2015-18 after studying MBBS from Poland –

Source – Data published by the National Board of Examination, India.

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