5 Cheapest MBBS Colleges in Bangladesh 2026

5 Cheapest Bangladesh Medical Colleges for MBBS-Quick Comparison

The five colleges below represent the lowest total fee options for Indian students in Bangladesh that are NMC-recognised and have a meaningful number of FMGE appearances. Fees are sourced from official college websites or official DGME-linked fee documents. FMGE data is from the NBEMS FMGE 2024 Country/Institute Wise Performance Report.

BGC Trust Medical College stands out as the lowest-fee option at USD 33,000 — approximately INR 9–10 lakh cheaper than the other four colleges. It also has the highest FMGE pass rate among the five at 33.33% in FMGE 2024. The combination of the lowest fee and best FMGE outcome makes it the strongest value option in this list.

Important note: Four private colleges were suspended from admitting new students for 2025-26 by the Ministry of Health and BM&DC for non-compliance. Always verify NMC recognition and DGME approval status before paying any fee.

1. BGC Trust Medical College, Chittagong — Lowest Fee with Best FMGE Rate Among the Five

BGC Trust Medical College is the most affordable NMC-recognised private medical college in Bangladesh for Indian students, with a total course fee of USD 33,000 (INR 31.42 lakh) — the lowest among all colleges with a meaningful FMGE track record.

Located in Chittagong (now Chattogram), BGC Trust is affiliated with the University of Chittagong-one of the three affiliating universities whose MBBS degrees are recognised in the NMC's Second Schedule. The college has a 650-bed teaching hospital attached to it.

At USD 33,000 total, BGC Trust is approximately USD 12,000 cheaper than the next group of colleges. The 33.33% FMGE pass rate in 2024 is above the national FMGE average of 25.80% — making this the best value-for-money option among the five cheapest colleges in Bangladesh.

Note for Indian students: Chittagong is Bangladesh's second-largest city and port. The climate is similar to coastal India. The college is located approximately 30 km from Chittagong city centre — factor in transport costs when budgeting.

Read: NMC Rules for MBBS Abroad

2. TMSS Medical College, Bogura — Lowest All-Inclusive Fee with Food and Accommodation

TMSS Medical College is the only college among the five that includes both food and accommodation in its total fee of USD 45,000 (INR 42.84 lakh). For Indian students who want a fixed, predictable total cost with no separate hostel or food bills, TMSS offers the most transparent fee structure.

Located in Bogura (formerly Bogra) in northern Bangladesh, TMSS Medical College is run by the TMSS (Thengamara Mohila Sabuj Sangha) organisation and is affiliated with Rajshahi University. The fee structure below is sourced directly from the official TMSS Medical College website (tmssmedicalcollege.com), updated February 2026.

The USD 20,000 upfront payment before admission is the largest single payment in this structure. Plan your education loan or family funding well in advance — this amount must be transferred via SWIFT/TT before the admission date.

Note: TMSS Medical College's FMGE 2024 pass rate of 23.53% is below the national average of 25.80%. However, the all-inclusive fee structure and the large number of Indian students (119 appeared in FMGE 2024) indicate it is a well-established destination. Students who begin FMGE preparation from Year 2 consistently outperform the college average.

3. Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College, Gazipur — Closest to Dhaka at USD 45,000

Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College (TMMC) is located in Gazipur — approximately 30 km from Dhaka city centre — making it the most conveniently located among the five cheapest colleges. The total fee is USD 45,000 (INR 42.84 lakh), with hostel included but food excluded.

The fee structure below is sourced from the official TMMC fee document (tmmch.com, Session 2024-25). The 2025-26 fee structure follows the same total of USD 45,000.

The internship fee of USD 2,000 is refundable as an intern honorarium — meaning you receive it back during your internship year. This effectively reduces the net cost to USD 43,000 (INR 40.94 lakh).

Note: The seat booking amount is USD 15,000, of which USD 6,000 must be paid within 10 days of receiving the provisional admission letter and the remaining USD 9,000 within 30 days. All payments are non-refundable except the internship fee.

4. Enam Medical College and Hospital, Savar — Free Hostel for Indian Students

Enam Medical College offers free hostel accommodation for Indian students as part of its USD 45,000 total fee structure — making the effective all-in cost lower than colleges that charge hostel separately.

Located in Savar, approximately 25 km from Dhaka, Enam Medical College is affiliated with Dhaka University. The fee structure below is sourced directly from the official Enam Medical College website (emcbd.info).

Enam Medical College pays an internship honorarium of BDT 20,000 per month (approximately INR 12,800/month at current rates) during the internship year. This partially offsets living costs in the final year. The food cost of BDT 4,000/month (approximately INR 2,560/month) is the only significant recurring expense outside the main fee.

Note: The college's official website (emcbd.info) confirmed in March 2026 that 95% of students passed the 1st Professional, 97% passed the 2nd Professional and 89% passed the 3rd Professional MBBS Examination in November 2025 at Dhaka University — indicating strong internal academic performance.

5. North East Medical College, Sylhet — Lowest City-Based Option for Northeast Indian Students

North East Medical College in Sylhet is particularly relevant for Indian students from the Northeast — Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Manipur — due to its proximity and direct connectivity to the region. Sylhet is approximately 80 km from the Indian border at Tamabil.

The official website (nemc.edu.bd) publishes the Bangladeshi student fee structure for 2025-26. The international student fee is not published on the official website. Based on the DGME framework and multiple verified sources, the total fee for Indian students is approximately USD 44,000 (INR 41.89 lakh).

Important caveat: North East Medical College had only 6 FMGE 2024 appearances — a very small sample. The 16.67% pass rate (1 out of 6) is not statistically reliable. Do not use this figure to draw conclusions about FMGE outcomes. Request the college's internal FMGE data for the last 3 years before making a decision.

The college's official website confirms admission is processed through DGME (dgme.gov.bd) — the same centralised process as all other private medical colleges in Bangladesh.

Fee Comparison — What You Actually Pay Beyond the Headline Number

The headline fee is not the total cost. Food, personal expenses, flights, visa and FMGE coaching add INR 8–15 lakh to the total over 6 years. The table below shows the realistic all-in cost for each of the five colleges.

BGC Trust Medical College remains the cheapest option even after adding food, flights and FM

BGC Trust Medical College remains the cheapest option even after adding food, flights and FMGE coaching — with a realistic all-in total of INR 39–43 lakh over 6 years. TMSS Medical College is the most predictable budget option since food and accommodation are included in the headline fee, eliminating variable monthly costs.

Student insight from Reddit (r/Neet_india): "If you want to continue in India afterwards, Bangladesh is the best choice. They have the best FMGE rates and it's cheaper than private colleges here. But do your research on the specific college — the difference between a 33% FMGE rate and a 16% rate is not small."

FMGE 2024 Performance of Colleges

The FMGE pass rate is the most important number when choosing a Bangladesh medical college — more important than the fee difference. The data below is sourced directly from the NBEMS FMGE 2024 Country/Institute Wise Performance Report (official PDF, natboard.edu.in).

Three of the five college-BGC Trust, Tairunnessa and Enam — are at or above the national FMGE average. TMSS is marginally below. North East Medical College's data is based on only 6 appearances and cannot be used as a reliable indicator.

For context, the best-performing private medical college in Bangladesh in FMGE 2024 was Bangladesh Medical College at 64.52%. The worst performers had pass rates below 15%. The five colleges in this article sit in the middle range — affordable but not the highest FMGE performers in Bangladesh.

What this means for you: Choosing a cheap college in Bangladesh does not automatically mean a poor FMGE outcome. BGC Trust at 33.33% outperforms many more expensive colleges. The key variable is your own FMGE preparation — students who begin from Year 2 consistently outperform the college average regardless of which institution they attend.

Read: Countries with Highest FMGE Passing Rates 

Which of These 5 Colleges Should You Choose?

If your primary goal is the lowest total cost with the best FMGE outcome, BGC Trust Medical College is the clear choice. It is the only college in this list with a fee below USD 35,000 and an FMGE pass rate above the national average.

Before finalising any college, verify three things directly: current NMC recognition status on nmc.org.in, current DGME approval status on dgme.gov.bd, and the college's own FMGE data for the last 3 years. Do not rely on consultancy claims for any of these three checks.