Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski", Faculty Of Medicine

1888

University Founded

1917

Faculty of Medicine Established

Bulgaria's Oldest

Higher Education Institution

WHO, NMC

Eligibility Criteria

6-Year MBBS

WHO/WDOMS Listed

About Sofia University, Faculty of Medicine

Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” is Bulgaria’s oldest higher education institution, established on 1 October 1888. Its Faculty of Medicine was founded in 1917, playing a pivotal role in establishing medical education in the country — it was the origin from which Medical University of Sofia later separated in 1950. Today the Faculty of Medicine continues this legacy as an independently WDOMS-listed medical faculty within Bulgaria’s leading comprehensive university.

Why Study MBBS at Sofia University?

Sofia University’s Faculty of Medicine offers English-medium MBBS education within Bulgaria’s oldest and largest comprehensive university, combining over a century of academic tradition with EU-recognised medical training.

MBBS Duration

6 Years (Including Internship) – Comprehensive Medical Education

Eligibility for MBBS

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

Sofia University Fees

Approx. €7,700 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

Bulgaria's Oldest University

Sofia University was established in 1888; its Faculty of Medicine dates to 1917

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 Sofia University

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)

Sofia University, Faculty of Medicine 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

Sofia University, Faculty of Medicine Fees

Fee Component Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Total (6 Years)
Application & Examination Fee (Year 1 only) €40 €40
Administrative Fee (Year 1 only) €3,000 €3,000
Tuition Fee €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €46,200
Total €10,740 €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €7,700 €49,240

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 – Sofia University, Faculty of Medicine

Follow this straightforward 5-step process to join Sofia University’s Faculty of Medicine

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 Sofia University's Faculty of Medicine?

Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” was founded in 1888, Bulgaria’s oldest higher education institution. Its Faculty of Medicine was established in 1917.

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 €49,240 (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 Sofia.

No — Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and Medical University of Sofia are two separate, independently WDOMS-listed institutions, though they share a historical origin: Medical University of Sofia’s medical faculty separated from Sofia University in 1950.

Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, home to the country’s main universities and an established Indian student community.

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