After Georgia’s state university ban in 2026, Indian students choosing Georgia for MBBS are now deciding between private universities. Three names come up most frequently in conversations at every MBBS abroad consultancy in Jaipur: Georgian American University, BAU International University, and East European University.
All three are NMC-approved. All three are in Tbilisi. All three are open for 2026-27 admissions. But they differ significantly in FMGE outcomes, fees, clinical infrastructure, and what daily life actually looks like for an Indian student. This guide gives you the data to make the right choice.
The Number That Matters Most — FMGE 2024 Results
| University | FMGE Pass Rate 2024 | Rank Among Georgia Universities |
|---|---|---|
| Georgian American University (GAU) | 80.33% | 1st in Georgia |
| BAU International University | 63.29% | 2nd in Georgia |
| East European University (EEU) | 22.95% | Lower half |
This gap is not minor. An 80 percent pass rate means 8 out of 10 GAU graduates cleared the licensing exam. A 22 percent rate means roughly 2 out of 10 EEU graduates cleared it in the same year. For a student investing 6 years and Rs 40 to 65 lakhs in an MBBS abroad program, this difference determines whether they practice medicine in India or spend additional years failing and reattempting a licensing exam.
Georgian American University (GAU) — Deep Dive
What Makes GAU Different
GAU is not the oldest or largest university in Georgia, but it delivers the best FMGE outcomes in the country by a significant margin. The 80.33 percent pass rate in 2024 did not happen by accident — it reflects a curriculum that is specifically structured around medical licensing exam preparation.
GAU integrates NExT and USMLE-style problem-based learning from Year 1. Students are exposed to MCQ-format clinical reasoning from the beginning of their program, not just in final year. This approach has produced licensing exam outcomes that match or exceed many Indian private medical colleges at a fraction of the cost.
Clinical Training at GAU
GAU has formal affiliations with multiple Tbilisi teaching hospitals. Clinical training begins from Year 3 with structured rotations across specialties. The emphasis on clinical reasoning rather than rote learning is a key differentiator — students who graduate from GAU typically report stronger readiness for FMGE preparation compared to peers from universities with more lecture-heavy approaches.
Indian Community and Daily Life at GAU
GAU has a growing and well-organized Indian student community. Indian food options are available near the campus, and the Indian student community organizes cultural events regularly. Tbilisi is a European-style city with modern infrastructure, reasonable safety standards, and a comfortable environment for international students.
GAU Fees 2026-27
Annual tuition approximately Rs 3.5 to 4.5 lakhs. Total 6-year cost including hostel, food, and living expenses approximately Rs 45 to 58 lakhs.
BAU International University — Deep Dive
What Makes BAU Different
BAU is part of a larger international education network with campuses in Washington, Batumi, and other locations. The Tbilisi campus benefits from this international framework — curriculum design, faculty training, and hospital partnerships are built to international standards.
BAU’s 63.29 percent FMGE pass rate in 2024 reflects strong clinical training infrastructure. The university owns and operates modern hospital facilities in Tbilisi, which gives students more consistent and structured clinical exposure compared to universities that only use affiliated hospitals on a rotation basis.
Clinical Training at BAU
BAU’s affiliated hospitals include the BAU Medical Park hospital in Tbilisi, which gives students direct access to clinical training in a controlled, university-managed environment. This is a meaningful advantage — students are not competing for clinical spots with other universities at the same affiliated hospitals.
Indian Community and Daily Life at BAU
BAU has a large and established Indian student community. Indian mess facilities are available on and near campus. The Tbilisi location means students have access to a full European city environment — restaurants, transport, safety, and cultural diversity are all strong positives.
BAU Fees 2026-27
Annual tuition approximately Rs 3.5 to 5 lakhs. Total 6-year cost including hostel, food, and living expenses approximately Rs 45 to 62 lakhs.
East European University (EEU) — Deep Dive
What Makes EEU Different
East European University, established in 2012, is one of the earlier private medical universities to aggressively recruit Indian students. It has NMC recognition, WHO listing (GA-0017 since 2014), and a reasonably established Indian student presence.
EEU’s 22.95 percent FMGE pass rate in 2024 is the honest caveat that every family considering EEU must understand. This means roughly 2 in 10 EEU graduates cleared FMGE in that year. It is not a disqualifying figure — some students from any university with a 20 percent pass rate clear on their first attempt. But statistically, EEU students will need stronger personal NExT preparation compared to GAU or BAU students.
Clinical Training at EEU
EEU uses affiliated teaching hospitals in Tbilisi for clinical training from Year 3. The hospitals are adequate but the university does not own its own hospital infrastructure in the way BAU does. Clinical exposure quality can vary based on batch allocation and semester timing.
Indian Community and Daily Life at EEU
EEU has a significant Indian student community developed over its 12-plus years of operation. Indian food options are available near campus. Tbilisi as a city provides the same advantages for EEU students as for GAU and BAU students — the city environment is consistent regardless of university.
EEU Fees 2026-27
Annual tuition approximately Rs 3.5 to 4.5 lakhs. Total 6-year cost including hostel, food, and living expenses approximately Rs 40 to 52 lakhs — slightly lower than GAU and BAU.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Factor | GAU | BAU | EEU |
|---|---|---|---|
| FMGE 2024 | 80.33% | 63.29% | 22.95% |
| Annual Tuition | Rs 3.5-4.5L | Rs 3.5-5L | Rs 3.5-4.5L |
| 6-Year Total | Rs 45-58L | Rs 45-62L | Rs 40-52L |
| Hospital Ownership | Affiliated | Own hospital | Affiliated |
| NMC Recognition | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WHO/WDOMS | Yes | Yes | Yes (GA-0017) |
| Clinical Start | Year 3 | Year 3 | Year 3 |
| Indian Community | Growing | Large | Large |
Honest Recommendation
If FMGE and NExT performance is your primary criterion, choose GAU. There is no other university in Georgia — or in the entire Central Asian and Eastern European MBBS abroad landscape — that matches an 80 percent licensing exam pass rate. The slightly higher fee is justified by this outcome.
If you want strong clinical infrastructure with your own hospital and slightly lower fees than GAU, BAU is the right choice. 63 percent FMGE is the second-best in Georgia and places BAU among the top MBBS abroad performers globally.
If budget within Georgia is the primary constraint and you are realistic about needing dedicated NExT coaching support after graduation, EEU is a viable option at Rs 40 to 52 lakhs total with established NMC recognition.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Georgia university is best for FMGE preparation in 2026? Georgian American University (GAU) at 80.33 percent FMGE pass rate in 2024 is the clearest answer. BAU at 63.29 percent is a strong second. Both significantly outperform EEU’s 22.95 percent.
2. Is the fee difference between GAU and EEU worth it? Over 6 years, GAU costs approximately Rs 5 to 8 lakhs more than EEU. A student who attends EEU and needs 2 extra years of NExT coaching and reattempts has spent more than this difference in time, coaching costs, and lost income. For most families, GAU’s fee premium is justified by the licensing outcome data.
3. Does BAU own its own hospital? Yes. BAU Medical Park in Tbilisi provides university-managed clinical training, which is a significant infrastructure advantage over universities that rely entirely on affiliated hospitals.
4. Are all three universities open for new admissions in 2026-27? Yes. GAU, BAU, and EEU are all private universities and were not affected by the Georgia state university ban. All three are accepting new international students for the 2026-27 academic year.
5. Which university has the largest Indian community in Georgia among these three? BAU and EEU both have large, long-established Indian student communities. GAU’s Indian community is growing rapidly following its strong FMGE performance becoming widely known.
6. Can Indasia Global facilitate admissions to any of these three universities? Indasia Global provides counselling for Georgia and can guide families to the right university based on their specific budget and FMGE priorities. Contact our Jaipur office for a detailed comparison based on your profile.
Choosing between GAU, BAU, and East European University for MBBS in Georgia 2026? Contact Indasia Global for honest, data-backed guidance from our Jaipur office. We present FMGE data first, not commission rates. For families with a tighter budget, we also guide students to MBBS in Kazakhstan through our resident Almaty team.
