About Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a picturesque island country in the Indian Ocean southwest of the Sea of Bengal. The capital is Colombo and their official languages are Tamil and Sinhala. Sri Lanka has a mild and tropical climate with consistent temperatures throughout the year, usually ranging from 28 to 31 celsius. The majority of Sri Lankan people (70%) practice Buddhism. Cost of living in Sri Lanka is low which makes it a great option for Indian medical students.

About Medical Education in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a popular destination for Indian MBBS students due to its high quality and cost effective universities. An MBBS program in Sri Lanka will take 6 years of study to complete and there is no entry exam required. A donation is not required at the time of admission. MBBS degrees from Sri Lankan institutions are recognized by National Medical Council of India and the World Health Organization. Students will have access to training at multiple highly equipped hospitals and will be housed in very comfortable hostel accommodations. Courses are offered in English, however, students may need to spend some time after lessons working on their Tamil or Sinhala language skills to help with day to day life in Sri Lanka.

Benefits of Studying MBBS in Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan medical universities offer a high quality, hands-on education for a low cost. With no entrance exam and a simple admissions process, starting your MBBS in Sri Lanka is easy. You will receive instruction and training in a broad array of disciplines with plenty of opportunities for clinical practice. 

Medingo Education supports you from start to finish in getting your MBBS abroad. We will help you pick your university, complete your application and documents, get to your university, and continue to support you throughout your studies.

Eligibility Requirements

• MBBS students in Sri Lanka must be at least 17 years of age and no older than 25 years of age. 
• Students must have passed 12th standard in physics, chemistry, and biology with at least 60% marks
• A 50% or higher on the NEET-UG exam
• No more than a 2 year gap in studies