1. University Overview:
Founded in 1992 and named after the renowned Georgian poet Grigol Robakidze, Grigol Robakidze University (GRUNI) is a private institution in Tbilisi recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and India’s National Medical Commission (NMC). The School of Medicine provides a six-year Medical Doctor (MD) program in English, integrating Georgian language modules for clinical practice, and accepts students from across the globe.
2. Course Duration
The MD program spans six academic years (360 ECTS):
- Years 1–2: Pre-clinical foundations (Cell Biology, Medical Genetics, Medical Physics, Histology & Embryology, Biochemistry, Professional Latin, Health Promotion, Scientific Research I)
- Year 3: Para-clinical studies (Pathological Anatomy, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology I & II, Clinical Microbiology, Parasitology, Clinical Methods & OSCE)
- Years 4–5: Clinical rotations (Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Community Medicine, Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology)
- Year 6: Supervised 48-week internship with rotations across all core specialties and the State Final Examination (OSCE & viva)
3. Documents Required
- Letter of Acceptance & Admission Letter
- Valid passport (minimum 18 months validity) + notarized Georgian translation
- Apostilled & translated 10th & 12th grade mark sheets (PCB)
- NEET-UG scorecard (for Indian students) or affidavit if NEET-exempt
- Medical fitness certificate & HIV-negative report
- Bank statement (6 months) & sponsorship letter
- Police clearance certificate
- 8–10 passport-sized photographs
4. Facilities & Infrastructure
- Smart lecture halls with multimedia support and campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi
- State-of-the-art anatomy/dissection, biochemistry, microbiology, and simulation laboratories
- Digital library providing access to over 500,000 e-books and medical journals
- On-campus teaching hospital (500+ beds) and partnerships with multiple municipal clinics for hands-on training
- Dedicated research centers in Pharmacology, Public Health, Emergency Medicine, and Regional Health studies
- Sports complex, gymnasium, student medical clinic, cafeterias (including an Indian mess), and cultural societies
5. Fee Structure (USD):
| Year |
Tuition (USD) |
Hostel & Mess (USD) |
| 1st Year |
$5,500 |
$1,500 |
| 2nd Year |
$5,500 |
$1,500 |
| 3rd Year |
$5,500 |
$1,500 |
| 4th Year |
$5,500 |
$1,500 |
| 5th Year |
$5,500 |
$1,500 |
| 6th Year |
$5,500 |
$1,500 |
| Total |
$33,000 |
$9,000 |
6. Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum age: 17 years by December 31 of admission year
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Biology (40% for reserved categories)
- NEET-UG qualification mandatory for Indian students
- No IELTS/TOEFL required; English-medium instruction
7. Rankings & Accreditation
- National rank: #26 among Georgian universities
- Global rank: #10,672 (EduRank 2025)
- Accredited by WHO, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), FAIMER, ECFMG, and NMC India
- Graduates eligible for USMLE, PLAB, NExT, and other international licensing exams
8. Hostel & Accommodation
- On-campus dormitories with 2–4 sharing rooms, beds, study desks, wardrobes, and Wi-Fi
- Shared kitchens, laundry facilities, and common study lounges
- Indian mess service available for dietary preferences
- Approximate annual cost: $1,500 (includes utilities and maintenance)
9. MBBS Syllabus (Year-wise):
1st Year (I–II Semesters)
- Cell Biology
- Medical Genetics
- Medical Physics & Biophysics
- Histology & Embryology
- Biochemistry
- Professional Latin
- Health Promotion
- Scientific Research I
2nd Year
- Anatomy I & II
- Physiology I & II
- Biochemistry II
- Microbiology I & II
- Public Health I
- Clinical Skills II
3rd Year
- Pathological Anatomy
- Pathophysiology
- Pharmacology I & II
- Clinical Microbiology
- Parasitology
- OSCE Training
4th Year
- Internal Medicine I
- General Surgery I
- Obstetrics & Gynecology I
- Pediatrics I
- Community Medicine
- Dermatology
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
5th Year
- Internal Medicine II
- General Surgery II
- Obstetrics & Gynecology II
- Pediatrics II
- Anesthesiology
- Emergency Medicine
- Research Methods II
6th Year (Internship)
- Rotations: Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Pediatrics, ICU/Cardiology, Primary Care
- State Final Examination (OSCE & Viva)
