MBBS Admission in Bangladesh: Eligibility, Exams, and Process

Admission to MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) in Bangladesh is competitive and regulated:

Eligibility

• Citizenship: Bangladeshi citizen or valid residency.
• Academics: HSC (or equivalent) with minimum GPA (typically ≥8.00/9.00 combined SSC+HSC; varies by college).
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English required.

Admission Process

1. Entrance Exam: DGHS (Directorate General of Health Services) conducts centralized MCQ test (100 marks, 1 hour) for all public/private medical colleges.
2. Application: Online via DGHS portal; submit HSC/SSC transcripts, photos, fees.
3. Merit List: Ranked by exam score + HSC GPA (weighted). Quotas: freedom fighters, tribal, district, etc.
4. Counseling/Allotment: Choose colleges by merit rank; seat acceptance within deadline.
5. Admission Formalities: Pay fees, submit originals, medical fitness certificate.
6. BMDC Registration: Register with Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council as student.

For International Students

Separate quota (up to 45% in private colleges); require equivalence certificate (DGHS), student visa, higher fees ($30K–$50K total).

Check DGHS and individual college sites for current year circular.