Skip to main content
iAMBBS - Study MBBS Abroad
Helwan University Faculty of Medicine campus - MBBS in Egypt for Indian students

Helwan University Faculty of Medicine - MBBS Fees, Admission & Eligibility 2026

Complete guide to study MBBS at Helwan University Faculty of Medicine. NMC approved medical university in Egypt. Annual fees: $6,000.

Cairo, Egypt
NMC ApprovedWHO Listed
Fees/Year$6,000
Est.1975
TypePublic
Students170,000+
iAMBBS Editorial TeamDr. Priya Sharma

Admission to Helwan University Faculty of Medicine

Helwan University Faculty of Medicine in Egypt admits international MBBS students, with applications closing by August 31. The minimum NEET score required is 137 marks for general category applicants. The university offers approximately 120 MBBS seats per batch. Operating since 1975, the university has an established admission process for Indian students.

Helwan University Faculty of Medicine requires a minimum NEET score of 137 marks (general category) and 107 marks (SC/ST/OBC). These are NMC-mandated minimums — unlike Indian counseling, Egypt universities do not rank applicants by NEET score. A student scoring 137 and one scoring 500 both qualify equally, making NEET a threshold rather than a ranking tool for admission here.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria for Helwan University Faculty of Medicine
CriteriaRequirement
NEET cutoff (General)137 marks
NEET cutoff (SC/ST/OBC)107 marks
Application deadlineAugust 31

Helwan University Faculty of Medicine conducts its MBBS program in English. This means lectures, textbooks, and clinical discussions are all in English — no preparatory language course is needed. The program spans 6 years, including clinical rotations. Clinical training takes place at the university's affiliated teaching hospital.

Helwan University Faculty of Medicine holds NMC approval and is listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools, which means the degree is recognized for FMGE eligibility upon return to India. After receiving the admission letter, the next steps are visa application, forex arrangement, and flight booking — a process that typically takes 4-6 weeks for Egypt.

Note: Admission requirements are subject to change. Always verify current requirements with the university or our counselors before applying.

Need Help With Your Application?

Our expert counselors guide you through every step — from document preparation to visa assistance.

Get Free Counselling

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Helwan University Faculty of Medicine

Yes, Helwan University Faculty of Medicine is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). This recognition allows Indian graduates to appear for the FMGE/NEXT exam and practice medicine in India after completing their MBBS degree. The university also holds international recognition from organizations like WHO and ECFMG.
Compare Universities