Cost of MBBS in Canada for Indian Students (2026)

Canada does not offer an MBBS degree. Instead, Canadian universities award a Doctor of Medicine (MD), a graduate-entry programme that requires you to complete a bachelor's degree before you can apply. For the 2026-27 admission cycle, this pathway has also become more competitive for Indian students, with only two universities currently accepting international applicants.

• No direct admission after Class 12: You cannot apply to a Canadian MD programme immediately after high school. Every medical school requires you to complete a bachelor's degree, typically lasting three to four years, before you become eligible to apply to an MD programme.
• Limited international seats: According to a new policy introduced by the Government of Ontario, medical schools in the province must reserve at least 95% of seats for Ontario residents from the Fall 2026 admission cycle. The remaining seats are available to applicants from other Canadian provinces and territories, significantly limiting opportunities for international students.
• Pathway is significantly longer than MBBS in India: A Canadian medical career begins with a three- to four-year bachelor's degree, followed by a three- to four-year MD programme and 2 to 7 years of residency training required for medical licensing. By comparison, an MBBS in India takes 5.5 years, including the mandatory internship.

The total cost typically ranges from INR 65 lakh to INR ₹1.5 Crore to ₹2.5 crores for the full three- to four-year programme, including tuition and living expenses. The table below provides a breakdown of the three main cost components involved in studying medicine in Canada. 

Your cost of studying MBBS in Canada falls into two categories: pre-arrival expenses, which you pay before leaving India, and post-arrival expenses, which begin after you enrol and move to Canada. Understanding this breakdown helps you plan your finances more effectively, as most pre-arrival costs are due several months before your first tuition payment. 

Pre-Arrival Cost 

Pre-arrival costs to study MBBS in Canada include fees for entrance exams, language tests, a Canadian study visa, and flight tickets. These are one-time costs you need to budget for before your programme begins. 

Post-Arrival Cost 

Post-arrival costs to study MBBS in Canada mainly include your living expenses and range from CAD 13,000 to CAD 25,000 (INR 9 lakh to INR 17.3 lakh ). Students living in cities like Toronto or Vancouver typically spend more than those studying in smaller cities such as Winnipeg, Saskatoon, or Halifax. 

IRCC requires you to demonstrate proof of at least CAD 22,895 (approx. INR 15.6 lakh) in living expenses for one year, in addition to your tuition fees.

Canada has 18 medical schools, but only two currently accept international students. Most other medical schools restrict admission to Canadian citizens and permanent residents due to provincial funding and admissions policies.

The table below shows the estimated annual tuition fees for MBBS in Canada.

The cost of living for a student in Canada typically ranges from CAD 13,000 to CAD 25,000 per year, depending on your city, accommodation, and lifestyle. 

The table below provides a monthly breakdown of the living costs for medical students in Canada.

(Exchange Rate used: 1 CAD ≈ 69 INR)

To apply for an MD programme in Canada, you must complete a bachelor's degree, maintain a strong GPA (typically above 3.5/4.0), and meet prerequisite coursework requirements in subjects such as biology, chemistry, physics, and, in many cases, organic chemistry.

NEET Requirements for Indian Students

Canadian medical schools do not require NEET for admission to MD programmes. However, if you plan to practise in India after completing your MD in Canada, you must qualify NEET before starting your programme to meet NMC recognition requirements.

MCAT and Other Entrance Exam Requirements

Some MD programmes in Canada require an MCAT score of 510–512+, with individual section targets often set at 127 or higher, especially for CARS. Depending on the university, you may also need an IELTS or TOEFL score and the CASPer test to assess your judgement and interpersonal skills. 

Scholarship opportunities for international students pursuing an MBBS in Canada are limited because most Canadian medical schools do not admit international students. Here are university scholarships you can apply for to study MBBS in Canada

Russia, Georgia, and the Philippines remain popular MBBS destinations for Indian students because they offer affordable tuition and direct admission after Class 12. Although Canada has lower MD tuition than the USA and UK, very few Canadian medical schools currently accept international students, making admission significantly more competitive.

The table below compares the total programme cost, entry requirements, and medical education pathway across popular MBBS destinations.

For most Indian students applying after Class 12, studying medicine in Canada is not the most practical route since only a handful of Canadian medical schools currently consider international applicants. 

However, an MD in Canada can be worthwhile if you complete your undergraduate degree in Canada, secure one of the limited international seats, or intend to build your long-term medical career within Canada's healthcare system.

MBBS in Canada is one of the longest, most competitive, and most expensive pathways you can choose. The real challenge is not paying the tuition but securing one of the very few seats available to international applicants.

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