Yes. An MBBS from an Indian college recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) is accepted in Nigeria: graduates sit the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) assessment to practise. Nigerian students apply to Maharashtra medical seats with NEET-UG through fn.mahacet.org.
It is the first question every Nigerian medical aspirant asks — and the answer is reassuring. Here is how recognition works and exactly what the Maharashtra route looks like.
How Recognition Works
Maharashtra's medical colleges are recognised by India's National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduates of NMC-recognised programmes are eligible for the MDCN (Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria) assessment examination — the standard pathway for foreign-trained doctors to practise in Nigeria. Confirm the current MDCN guidelines before you enrol; the requirement to verify your college's NMC status is yours.
NEET-UG Is Mandatory
Every MBBS aspirant in India — including foreign nationals — must hold a valid NEET-UG qualification. You also need 12th-grade Physics, Chemistry and Biology with at least a 50% aggregate, English as a subject, and an AIU equivalence certificate if your secondary board is non-Indian (e.g. WAEC/NECO).
What It Costs
The State CET Cell charges a one-time USD 1,200 (USD 50 eligibility check + USD 1,150 registration). Medical tuition varies widely by college and is shown in the portal during choice filling — still far below comparable programmes in Europe or North America.
How Nigerian Students Apply
- Qualify NEET-UG.
- Register free on fn.mahacet.org under the Foreign National category.
- Submit WAEC/NECO transcripts with AIU equivalence, passport and NEET scorecard; pay USD 50.
- On confirmation, pay USD 1,150 registration and fill college choices.
- Accept your allotment, obtain the student visa, and fly via Lagos/Abuja.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an Indian MBBS valid in Nigeria?
Yes — graduates of NMC-recognised Indian colleges qualify for the MDCN assessment pathway to practise in Nigeria. Verify your target college's NMC recognition before enrolling.
Is NEET compulsory for Nigerian students?
Yes. NEET-UG is mandatory for every MBBS aspirant in India with no international exception.
What grades do I need from WAEC/NECO?
Physics, Chemistry and Biology with a minimum 50% aggregate at the 10+2 level, plus an AIU equivalence certificate confirming your qualification matches the Indian 12th standard.
What are the State CET Cell fees?
The total fee is USD 1,200 — a USD 50 eligibility-check fee when you submit documents, and USD 1,150 registration after eligibility is confirmed. Tuition is paid separately to your college.