Medical University Of Sofia

1917

Founded

Oldest in Bulgaria

Medical Higher Education Institution

8,300+

Students

WHO, NMC

Eligibility Criteria

6-Year MBBS

WHO/WDOMS Listed

About Medical University of Sofia

Medical University of Sofia was founded on 22 November 1917, making it the oldest institution for higher medical education in Bulgaria. Originally a medical faculty within Sofia University, it separated in 1950 to become the Medical Academy of Sofia, was transformed into a medical university in 1954, and was formally renamed Medical University of Sofia by resolution of the Bulgarian Parliament in 1995. Today it comprises four faculties — Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, and Health Sciences — with more than 8,300 students.

Why Study MBBS at Medical University of Sofia?

As Bulgaria’s oldest and most prominent medical university, Medical University of Sofia combines over a century of medical teaching history with modern, EU-recognised English-medium programs across four faculties.

MBBS Duration

6 Years (Including Internship) – Comprehensive Medical Education

Eligibility for MBBS

50% in PCB (40% for reserved category) + NEET Qualification Mandatory

Medical University of Sofia Fees

Approx. €9,000 per year tuition after Year 1 – see full fee table below for verified rate-sheet figures

Hostel

Student accommodation available for international students in Sofia

Oldest Medical University

Founded in 1917 — the oldest institution for higher medical education in Bulgaria

Global Recognition

WHO, NMC — WDOMS Listed – confirm current listing at wdoms.org before quoting to students

EU-Recognised Degree

Bulgarian medical degrees are recognised across the European Union

Living in Sofia, Bulgaria

Bulgaria’s capital and largest city, with an established Indian student community

English-Medium MBBS Program

Entire MBBS program is delivered fully in English

Eligibility Medical University of Sofia

Studying MBBS in Bulgaria is a popular choice for international students, including those from India, due to its EU-recognised degree, established universities, and English-medium instruction. Here’s an overview:

Academic Qualification

Class 12th Science with PCB

NEET Requirement

Qualified NEET Score

Age Criteria

Minimum 17 Years

Duration & Recognized

Minimum 17 Years

Documents Required for Admission

Prepare these documents before starting your application

Application Form

Duly filled admission application form

NEET Documents

NEET scorecard and admit card

Passport

Valid passport (first & last page scanned copy)

Academic Certificates

Class 10th & 12th marksheets and pass certificates

Photographs

6 passport-size photos (4.5cm × 3.5cm, white background)

HIV-negative test report

Required by Bulgarian immigration authorities for the student visa.

Birth certificate

Used for identity verification during enrolment

Bank statement or financial proof

Demonstrates your ability to cover tuition and living costs

ID Proof

Aadhar, PAN, or Driving License (if passport not ready)

Medical University of Sofia MBBS Syllabus

A structured, semester-wise curriculum designed to build strong medical knowledge and clinical skills.

1st Year
Anatomy
2nd Year
Physiology
3rd Year
Pathology
4th Year
Internal Medicine
5th Year
Pediatrics
6th Year
Internship

Medical University of Sofia Fees

Fee Component Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Total (6 Years)
Application & Examination Fee (Year 1 only) €30 €30
Administrative Fee (Year 1 only) €3,000 €3,000
Tuition Fee €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €54,000
Total €12,030 €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €9,000 €57,030

Figures sourced from Study Overseas' official 2026 Bulgaria rate sheet, shown in EUR (1 Euro ≈ 95 INR reference rate used in the source document). Accommodation and food (approx. €3,000/year) are billed separately from Year 2 onward. Please confirm exact current figures with our counsellors or the university directly.

Admission Process – Medical University of Sofia

Follow this straightforward 5-step process to join Medical University of Sofia

Submit Application & Documents

Application form, passport copy, academic documents (translated/notarized), NEET scorecard, health fitness certificate with vaccination details

Receive Admission Letter

Issued after document verification by the university's admissions office.

Pay First-Year Tuition Fee

As per the university's published fee schedule.

Apply for Student Visa

Apply for your Bulgaria student visa using the admission letter.

Travel to Sofia & Begin Classes

Travel to Sofia ahead of the intake for registration and orientation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Medical University of Sofia?

Founded on 22 November 1917, it is the oldest institution for higher medical education in Bulgaria, with over a century of continuous medical teaching history.

Yes, NEET qualification is mandatory for all Indian applicants seeking MBBS admission under NMC regulations.

The total cost for the full 6-year MBBS program is approximately €57,030 (application, administrative and tuition fees combined), based on the current rate sheet. Accommodation, food, visa and documentation costs are billed separately.

The MBBS program is taught entirely in English.

The main intake takes place in the autumn each year, aligned with the standard academic calendar. Confirm exact application windows with your counsellor.

No, IELTS or TOEFL is not required for Indian students applying through the NEET pathway.

Yes — graduates can pursue postgraduate studies via NEET-PG in India, or further study/practice within the European Union given the degree’s EU recognition, alongside the FMGE/NExT and CRMI pathway for practice in India.

Yes, student accommodation is available for international students in Sofia.

Four: Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, and Health Sciences, with more than 8,300 students enrolled.

No — Medical University of Sofia and Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” (which also has its own Faculty of Medicine) are two separate, independently WDOMS-listed institutions, though they share a historical origin dating to 1917.

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