Iran University Of Medical Sciences

Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) – Overview

Established: 1974, and became one of the premier universities under the supervision of Iran’s Ministry of Health & Medical Education

Location: Tehran, Iran — the dynamic capital and largest city of Iran

Type: Public University

Global Recognition & Accreditation

• Ranked among the top 600 universities globally (THE World University Rankings 2025)
• Consistently ranked in the top 3 medical universities in Iran
• Fully recognized by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Iran
• Degrees accepted worldwide — NMC (India), WHO, ECFMG, WFME, FAIMER-listed

Why Choose IUMS for MBBS?

• English-Medium MBBS Program — High-quality instruction fully in English for international students
• Prestigious & Research-Intensive — One of Iran’s most academically rigorous universities with cutting-edge medical research
• Prime Clinical Exposure in Tehran — Training at advanced hospitals: Rasoul Akram, Firoozgar, Hazrat Rasoul, and Motahari
• Urban Campus with Modern Facilities — Smart classrooms, digital libraries, simulation centers, telemedicine access, and research labs
• Top-Notch Faculty — Nationally and internationally recognized professors and medical researchers
• Culturally Diverse City Life — Located in Tehran, a global city with international communities, museums, history, and lifestyle

MBBS Program Details

Duration: 6 years (5 years of coursework + 1 year of clinical internship)

Medium of Instruction: English

Degree Equivalent: MD (Doctor of Medicine), internationally recognized

Post-Graduation: Eligible for USMLE, PLAB, FMGE/NExT (India), etc.

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students

• Minimum 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology in 12th Grade
• NEET Qualification Mandatory for Indian students
• Minimum Age: 17 years by December 31 of the year of admission
• IELTS/TOEFL Not Mandatory (Optional – for added documentation)

Academic Structure & Facilities

• Faculties: Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health, Public Health, Rehabilitation, Traditional Medicine, International School of Medicine
• Research Excellence: 50+ research centers including Neuroscience, Cancer Research, Immunology, Endocrinology, Regenerative Medicine
• Faculty & Enrollment: Over 1,000 faculty members teaching 12,000+ students, including 500+ international students
• International Collaboration: Active partnerships with universities in Germany, France, Canada, India, and Japan

Documents Required for Admission

• 10th & 12th Grade Transcripts
• NEET Scorecard (for Indian applicants)
• Passport & Student Visa
• National Photo ID
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of Purpose or Motivation Letter
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
• Proof of Financial Support
• (Optional) English Language Proficiency Certificate

Why Indian Students Choose IUMS

• Top Medical University in Iran — National prestige and global credibility
• Advanced Research Facilities — Participate in high-impact research and clinical trials
• Clinical Training at Major Hospitals — Located in Iran’s healthcare capital — Tehran
• Excellent Global Recognition — Suitable for practicing medicine in India, USA, UK, and EU
• Cost-Efficient for a Top-Ranked University — Approx. $6,500–7,500/year tuition, with living costs at $250–400/month
• Strong Alumni Network — Graduates placed in global healthcare systems