Tbilisi Open Teaching University

Tbilisi Open Teaching University Fees, Eligibility, Ranking

The Tbilisi Open Teaching University is was established in 2002. It is an esteemed and self-placed university for MBBS in Georgia. The university can be found in Tbilisi city i.e., the capital of Georgia. It is listed as an MCI approved medical college for MBBS abroad. Indian graduated from this university can appear for NEXT. The university also holds a valid accreditation from the World Federation Medical Education’s (WFME).  It is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. The medical course at Tbilisi Open Teaching University is of 6 years and the medium of instruction is English. However, the MBBS program of this university started in 2018 only. Therefore, it is hard to comment on the quality of education from this university.

Georgia is an upcoming destination and is seeing an increasing demand amongst Indian students due to its world-class medical courses. All the faculty members of this institute are well-recognized and hold doctoral degrees in their respective fields. A good number of students have taken admission in this university since 2018.

On this page, you will learn about the following:

Tbilisi Open Teaching University Quick Overview

Duration	6 years
MBBS Course started in	2018
Do I need to learn the local language?	Yes, the university will give classes for the local language from the 1st year itself.
Weather conditions	The temperature is not very cold and students will enjoy the pleasant weather of Tbilisi.
MCI & WHO approved university	Yes
Located in	Tbilisi
Tbilisi Open Teaching University Fees	USD 4,500 per year
Eligibility Criteria	50% marks in 12th
Dominant Religion in Georgia	Christianity
Valur of MBBS Degree	The degree is equivalent to MBBS in India. The student must clear NEXT.
Do I need to qualify NEET to study MBBS in Georgia?	Yes, qualifying NEET exam is mandatory for admission in any MCI recognised university abroad.
FMGE Passing Percentage	Not available as Indian students are yet to pass out from this university in 2020.

Tbilisi Open Teaching University History

The Tbilisi Open Teaching University laid its first foundation in the year 2002. The university was then called the Georgian Tax Academy. However, the name changed later due to market fluctuations. This university has grown up from scratch. It initially had only 2 faculties but now has 4 schools and numerous degree programs. The university now has a big family of about 400 quality faculty members.

TOU has a total of 4 establishments that impart quality education amongst the bright minds of the future. It is even counted amongst one of the fastest-growing universities in Georgia. In the initial years of growth, the university featured many courses in the field of business, law, literature, etc.

The university is also called the International School of Medicine Georgia (ISM). It is basically the Faculty of Medicine of this university. This segment of Tbilisi Open Teaching University provides bachelor and master degrees in the field of general medicine and dentistry. The institute has been providing the latest infrastructure and lab facilities to students who want to make their career in medical and healthcare.

These dedicated efforts towards its developments have led the institute to be listed amongst the best medical colleges in Georgia. The top-quality higher education provided here attracts many Indian students for pursuing their MBBS in Georgia.

Tbilisi Open Teaching University MBBS Duration

The duration of the program is 6 years. They teach a total of 360 credits divided into 60 credits per year.  The last year includes an internship. After completing the 6-year course from Georiga, the students can come back to India and appear for the screening test.

Here is a comparison of the duration of the MBBS course in various popular MBBS abroad destinations:

Global Medical Foundation is providing admission in all the countries mentioned above. We send 100+ students every year. You can get in touch with us for counselling regarding the country and college which will be the best for you.

Tbilisi Open Teaching University Eligibility Criteria

Following is the eligibility criteria for admission in Tbilisi Open University for Indian students for MBBS program –

Entrance Exam in India	There are no entrance examinations in India like IELTS/SAT, etc. NEET qualification is a must for Indian students.
Age	The student must be at least 17 years old as on 31st December of the year in which the admission is being taken.
Board	The candidate must have completed class 12th from a regular and recognised board.
Marks for General Category students	The student must have an aggregate of at least 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject.
Marks for Other Category students	The candidate must have an aggregate of at least 40% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject.
NEET	You need to qualify NEET exam for admission in any of the MCI approved medical universities of Georgia. NEET result is valid for 3 years for MBBS abroad from 2018 onwards.
Passport	The student must hold a valid passport.

Accreditations

Tbilisi Open Teaching University Georgia is recognised by –

• The Medical Council of India (MCI)
• FAIMER (Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research)
• World Health Organisation (WHO)
• Georgian Ministry of Health
• Association of Medical Schools in Europe
• Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
• World Federation Medical Education’s (WFME)
• National Centre for Educational Quality Enhancement, Georgia

Admission Process

The admission process for MBBS in Georgia is simple. We provide assistance to students at every step. We at Global Medical Foundation try to make every step of admission process easier for the students.

The documents required for admission are:

• 10th mark sheet
• 12th mark sheet
• Passport size photos
• Passport
• Date of Birth certificate
• NEET qualified result

These documents have to be submitted to our organisation. This can be done online. Once you send us scanned copy of the documents along with registration amount. The process is online and students from all over India can apply for admission through us. Please note than the admission process for Georiga takes time and it is very important to apply as early as possible.

After 7-15 working days, your admission letter will be issued by the university. Then, the student has to submit all the original documents with us. Within 45 days, the student will receive ministry approval with the following documents:

• Invitation Letter
• Ministry Accreditation
• Ministry approval
• Rector Order
• Accommodation Letter.

Then, the student has to submit Tbilisi State Medical University fees in the university Bank Account. After this, we will initiate the visa process. The Visa application process will be handled with the assistance of Global Medical Foundation. The visa process takes about 30 days.

The last step is of travel confirmation. All the required details like departure and arrival time will be provided to the student by us.

Tbilisi Open Teaching University Fees

Following is Tbilisi Open University fees for Indian students:

Tuition fee per year = USD 4,500 or ₹3,24,000 per year

Note:

• USD 1 = ₹72 used for calculations above. Kindly use the current exchange rate for calculations.
• Mess, hostel fee extra.
• Admission and visa charge extra.
• Flight ticket charge extra.

Does Tbilisi Open Teaching University provide scholarships to Indian students?

The university does not provide any scholarship to Indian students as such. However, the low fees structure is found to be highly affordable for Indian students. Every year, many students rate this college amongst the best MBBS colleges in Georgia due to its pocket-friendly fee structure.

Tbilisi Open Teaching University Ranking

As per the website 4icu.org, Tbilisi Open Teaching University ranking is 12,036 and the country rank is 41 as on 23 June 2020.

However, as stated by Global Medical Foundation on several occasions, these world rankings have no relevance while selecting the medical university for MBBS abroad.

The rankings which Indian students should be checking is the MCI result. Some universities with high FMGE result are –

• Vinnitsa National Medical University
• Bukovinian State Medical University
• Lviv National Medical University

FMGE Result

FMGE stands for Foreign Medical Graduates Examination. Indian students who have completed their MBBS in Georgia or any other country sit for this exam. It is conducted by NBE i.e. National Board of Examination. Foreign Indian Medical graduates who want to practice in India need to clear this exam.

The admission of Indian students in this Tbilisi Open University was initiated after 2018. Hence, no data is available for the passing percentage in FMGE of students who graduated from this institute.

Hostel Facility

The Tbilisi Open University provides hostel facilities to its students. The noticeable features of their hostel are:-

• Separate boy’s and girl’s hostels are available.
• The student can choose to take either a single or double room.
• Students also get to play their favourite games such as volleyball, table tennis, football, etc. at the university premises.
• The hostel is 24 hours guarded.
• Students will get basic amenities like bed, a study table, a chair, heater in case of winters.

Mess Facility

Indian students do not need to worry about their classic Indian meals. Indian mess is available at the hostel. The food prepared by the Indian chefs of these messes is safe, healthy, and tasty. Both veg and non-veg food is available.

You will also be able to find many markets in the nearby area for buying Indian food raw material.

Why Tbilisi State University?

• MCI RECOGNIZED – All medical colleges in Georgia where Indian students are offered admission are recognised by the Medical Council of India (MCI).
• ENGLISH MEDIUM – The MBBS course in Georgia is in English medium so that Indian students do not face any issue when appearing for MCI screening test.
• NO DONATION – The MBBS course of Georgia is offered to Indian students at the original fee as per the rules of the University. No donation is required for admission to any college for MBBS in Georgia.
• QUALITY EDUCATION – The students are taught by experienced faculty and the students gain high-quality knowledge after completing their medical degree from Georgia.
• ADJUSTABLE CLIMATE – The climate in Georgia is more comfortable and adjustable for Indian students who are more comfortable living in tropical weather conditions.
• GLOBAL RECOGNITION – The medical degree from Georgia is recognised worldwide including in India. Students will be eligible to work in other European countries too.
• NEXT COACHING – A Preparatory coaching for MCI Test (NEXT) conducted by the esteemed professors from AIIMS Faculties from the very beginning of First Semester till the end of the MBBS program.

Disadvantages of Tbilisi Open Teaching University

• MBBS program started recently in 2018.
• Embassy of India is not in Georgia.
• Long admission process.
• Difficult visa process.
• Better options available at a similar budget with high FMGE result and proven track records.

Why Global Medical Foundation for MBBS in Georgia?

• Global Medical Foundation is the official and authorised representative of many medical universities abroad.
• We have sent more than 350+ students for studying MBBS in abroad.
• Right experience to provide guidance to Indian students.
• Genuine and complete information about MBBS abroad.
• 100% visa guarantee.
• Complete admission assistance, visa assistance, assistance with foreign exchange, payment of fees, forex card at our office.
• Assistance with flight booking, we send students in groups.
• Free study material, laptop bag, lab coat to every student.
• We can provide the reference number of current students and passed out students.

About Tbilisi, Georgia

The Tbilisi Teaching university is located in the capital of Georgia i.e. Tbilisi city. For Indians who are students of this university, the travelling is very convenient. Four major airports are located near the university. The city even has many attractive places to hang out and have fun with friends and family.

The temperature of the Tbilisi remains moderate in the summer region. However, the winter season in Tbilisi may seem a bit colder. Because the temperature goes down up to -1 degrees Celsius. Even in this weather, the institute arranges a proper studying environment for its students. All the locals and regional students of this place are very friendly and humorous. Students will not find it difficult to adjust to the existing environment.

The official language of Georgia is Georgian (nationwide) and Abkhazian (Abkhazian AR). The recognised regional languages are Mingrelian, Svan and Bats.

Religion

Ethnic groups(2014)-

•  86.8% Georgians
• 6.2% Azerbaijanis
• 4.5% Armenians
• 2.8% other.

Religion-
Georgian Orthodox Church

Population

Population
• 2017 estimate- 37,18,200
• 2014 census- 37,13,804
• Density- 53.5/km2 (138.6/sq mi)

Currency

Currency- Georgian Lari

Exchange Rate as on 2nd January 2020 (Please check current exchange rate):

1 US Dollar = 2.86 Georgian Lari

1 Georgian Lari = 24.95 Indian Rupee

Time Difference to India

Indian Standard Time is 01:30 hours ahead of the time in Tbilisi. For eg.

Indian time- 2:30 pm = Tbilisi time- 1:00 pm.

Safety

As per the Global Peace Index 2016, Georgia is placed at 85th position whereas India is at 141st position. It is safe to say that Georgia is one of the safest countries for Indian students who wish to study MBBS abroad.

Travel from India to Georgia

There are no airlines that fly directly from New Delhi to Tbilisi. It generally takes 10-12 hours to travel from Delhi to Tbilisi and the flight cost is about ₹25,000-30,000.

Average Monthly Temperature in Tbilisi

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