Caucasus International University (CIU) - Georgia, Tibilisi

About Caucasus International University

• Founded & location: Established in 1995 in Tbilisi, Georgia as a medical institute and later developed into a multi-profile university.
• Private university: Operates as a private higher education institution offering globally recognized degrees.
• Wide academic offerings: Offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, and one-cycle programs across disciplines including medicine, dentistry, IT, business, law, and social sciences in English and Georgian.
• Accreditation & recognition: Accredited by the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement and recognized by international bodies (e.g., WHO, WFME, ECFMG, MCI for medical programs).
• International student community: Thousands of students from 50+ countries study there, with strong exchange and mobility programs (e.g., Erasmus+).
• Global partnerships: Collaborates with over 90 universities worldwide for academic and clinical exchange.
• Practical training: Emphasizes clinical exposure through partner hospitals and modern learning methods.
• Student life & support: Offers diverse student life, career services, scholarships, housing, and international academic support.
• Language of instruction: Programs are widely available in English, attractive to international applicants.

For Indian Students 

• Located in Tbilisi, Georgia
• MBBS (MD) program taught fully in English
• NMC (India) compliant – eligible for NEXT/FMGE after graduation
• Recognised by WHO / WFME
• NEET required, no entrance exam
• Affordable fees compared to Indian private medical colleges
• Indian food & Indian student community available
• Clinical training in affiliated Georgian hospitals
• Safe country with moderate European climate
• September intake, simple admission process

Approvals

• NMC (India) compliant – eligible for NEXT / FMGE
• Listed in World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
• Recognised by WHO
• Accredited by WFME standards
• Approved by Ministry of Education, Georgia
• Accepted by ECFMG (USA) for USMLE pathway
• Degree valid for India, USA, UK, EU & Gulf (after respective licensing exams)

Climate

• Moderate European climate
• Summer: 25–35°C (warm, dry)
• Winter: 0–8°C (cold, light snow possible)
• Spring & Autumn: Pleasant and mild
• Less humidity compared to most Indian cities
• Winter clothing needed; summers comfortable
• Generally easy for Indian students to adapt

Documents required

• 12th mark sheet
• Aadhar scanned copy
• Passport
• Neet result copy
• Passport size photo with white background