Ken Walker International University
MD (Physician) / MBBS · Tbilisi, Georgia
Ken Walker International University is a medical university in Tbilisi, Georgia (Europe/Caucasus) offering a 6-year MD (Physician) / MBBS program taught in English. The estimated total cost of the full course is about $61,812 (≈ ₹53 lakh), with annual tuition around $5,500. Indian students should confirm Ken Walker International University's current recognition on the official National Medical Commission (NMC) list and meet NMC's FMGL-2021 eligibility rules to qualify for the FMGE / NExT licensing exam.
Some figures for Ken Walker International University are still being verified by our research team. Treat fees and estimates as indicative and confirm with official sources before paying any deposit.
Key facts
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | Georgia |
| City | Tbilisi |
| Degree awarded | MD (Physician) / MBBS |
| Course duration | 6 years |
| Medium of instruction | English |
| Ownership | Private |
| Year established | 2006 |
| NMC recognition | Verify on the current National Medical Commission (NMC) list |
| Intake months | September |
| Annual intake (est.) | 60 - 100 |
| Indian students (est.) | 100 - 200 |
| Teaching hospital | Ken Walker University Medical Center |
| Teaching hospital beds | 250 |
Cost overview
| Cost item | Amount (USD) | Approx (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Annual tuition | $5,500 | ≈ ₹4.7 lakh |
| Hostel / year | $2,640 | ≈ ₹2.2 lakh |
| Living cost / month | $180 | ≈ ₹15,300 |
| One-time admission fee | $500 | ≈ ₹42,500 |
| Medical insurance / year | $150 | ≈ ₹12,750 |
| Visa / residence per year | $300 | ≈ ₹25,500 |
| Other one-time charges | $1,000 | ≈ ₹85,000 |
| Estimated total (full course) | $61,812 | ≈ ₹53 lakh |
Always request the latest official fee sheet from Ken Walker International University before paying any deposit. INR figures are approximate (at ₹85/USD) and for guidance only.
Admission & eligibility
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| NEET requirement | Yes (Mandatory for Indian Nationals) |
| Minimum 12th (PCB) | 12th Standard / 10+2 Higher Secondary Pass with PCB |
| PCB minimum | 50% for General / 40% for Reserved (As per Indian NMC Rules) |
| Age requirement | Minimum 17 years by 31st December of admission year. No standard upper age limit. |
| Entrance exam | No formal entrance exam beyond NEET (except Philippines colleges which require NMAT) |
| English test | No (English medium confirmed — IELTS/TOEFL not mandatory) |
| Application intake / deadline | Rolling Admissions. September intake. Apply 3-4 months before intake. |
Eligibility rules change every cycle — always confirm the current NEET/FMGL-2021 requirements and the college's own admission criteria before applying.
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NMC recognition & licensing
To practise in India, a graduate of Ken Walker International University must meet NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) 2021 rules — NEET-qualified admission, a course of at least 54 months, a 12-month internship, and the entire course completed in Georgia — and then clear the FMGE (being replaced by the NExT). Confirm the college's current standing on the National Medical Commission (NMC) list and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) before applying.
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Sources & verification
- Recognition / licensing authority: National Medical Commission (NMC)
- Independent medical-school listing: World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
- Official university website: kwiu.edu.ge/
Figures are compiled by THE IMG PATH from program data and our research team's assessment, and can change. Always confirm current fees, NMC recognition and licensing eligibility with official sources before paying any deposit.