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University of the Philippines College of Medicine - MBBS Fees, Admission & Eligibility 2026

Complete guide to study MBBS at University of the Philippines College of Medicine. NMC approved medical university in Philippines. Annual fees: $3,500.

Manila, Philippines
NMC ApprovedWHO Listed
Fees/Year$3,500
Est.1967
TypePublic
Students200+
iAMBBS Editorial TeamDr. Priya Sharma

Admission to University of the Philippines College of Medicine

University of the Philippines College of Medicine in Philippines admits international MBBS students for the September intake, with applications closing by April 30. The minimum NEET score required is 137 marks for general category applicants. The university offers approximately 200 MBBS seats per batch. Operating since 1967, the university has an established admission process for Indian students.

University of the Philippines College 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, Philippines 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 University of the Philippines College of Medicine
CriteriaRequirement
NEET cutoff (General)137 marks
NEET cutoff (SC/ST/OBC)107 marks
IntakeSeptember
Application deadlineApril 30

University of the Philippines College 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.

University of the Philippines College 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 Philippines.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about University of the Philippines College of Medicine

To be eligible for admission, applicants must have a high school diploma, a minimum of 90% in their biology, chemistry, and physics subjects, and a valid NMAT score. They must also provide a medical certificate and a character certificate. **Pro Tip:** Make sure to check the UP College of Medicine website for the latest admission requirements.
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