Medical University Pleven

1974

Founded

3,000+

Students

6,000+

Graduates from 30+ Countries

WHO, NMC

Eligibility Criteria

6-Year MBBS

WHO/WDOMS Listed

About Medical University Pleven

Medical University Pleven was founded in 1974, building on the foundation of a regional hospital established in 1865. The university now enrolls approximately 3,000 students and has graduated more than 6,000 Bulgarian and international students from over 30 countries. It comprises three faculties — Medicine, Pharmacy, and Public Health — and is one of four medical universities in Bulgaria.

Why Study MBBS at Medical University Pleven?

Medical University Pleven combines a strong track record of hosting international students — over 6,000 graduates from 30+ countries — with EU-recognised, English-medium medical education.

MBBS Duration

6 Years (Including Internship) – Comprehensive Medical Education

Eligibility for MBBS

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

Medical University Pleven Fees

Approx. €8,500 per year tuition after Year 1 – see full fee table below for verified rate-sheet figures

Hostel

Student accommodation available for international students in Pleven

Established International Track Record

Over 6,000 Bulgarian and foreign students from 30+ countries have graduated

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 Pleven, Bulgaria

A historic north-central Bulgarian city with an established, affordable student community

English-Medium MBBS Program

Entire MBBS program is delivered fully in English

Eligibility Medical University Pleven

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 Pleven 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 Pleven Fees

Fee Component Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Total (6 Years)
Application & Examination Fee (Year 1 only) €240 €240
Administrative Fee (Year 1 only) €3,000 €3,000
Tuition Fee €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €51,000
Total €11,740 €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €8,500 €54,240

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 Pleven

Follow this straightforward 5-step process to join Medical University Pleven

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 Pleven & Begin Classes

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Medical University Pleven?

Founded in 1974, building on a regional hospital established in 1865, making it one of Bulgaria’s four established medical universities.

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 €54,240 (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 Pleven.

The university has graduated more than 6,000 Bulgarian and foreign students from over 30 countries since its founding.

Pleven is a city in north-central Bulgaria, historically significant and home to one of the country’s established medical universities.

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