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Study MBBS in Timor-Leste at an International Standard

Join UCT's globally aligned, NMC-compliant MBBS program designed for Indian and international students.

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5.5+Years Full MBBS Program

29+Free Scholarship Students

25+Nationalities on Campus

10+Clinical Hospital Tie-ups

Built for Your Success

Why Choose UCT

UCT offers a world-class MBBS program that combines academic excellence, clinical experience, and global opportunities — all within a safe and student-friendly campus in Timor-Leste.

Indian Curriculum & English Medium

UCT follows the Indian Medical Curriculum, aligned with NMC standards, and teaches the full MBBS program in English — so students can prepare for FMGE, USMLE and PLAB without a language barrier.

Affordable Fees / Transparent Cost

Published tuition for the official intake — first-year tuition is listed as USD 6,200 in the Official Guidelines, with no hidden donation. Confirm the current year on the fees page.

Global Opportunities

With accreditations like WDOMS, ECFMG, FAIMER, and NMC, UCT graduates are eligible for global exams and medical careers across India, USA, UK, Australia, and more.

Modern Facilities

UCT offers advanced laboratories, simulation centers, and a fully equipped library. These facilities help students gain practical skills in a real academic setting.

Clinical Training

Students get real-time hospital exposure through active clinical partnerships. This ensures strong practical foundations before graduation and licensing.

Expert Faculty

Classes are led by experienced, supportive medical educators from India. Faculty members are deeply committed to student success and development.

Research Focus

The university encourages hands-on student research and academic inquiry. From early years, students are guided to explore, analyze, and innovate.

Cultural Mix

UCT offers a friendly, diverse student atmosphere that feels like home. It promotes unity, cultural exchange, and international friendships.

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Welcome to Universidade Católica Timorense

UCT is a Catholic medical university in Díli, Timor-Leste, offering an MBBS program based on the Indian curriculum. Established in 2021, UCT provides quality education in English, blending academic excellence with ethical values.

With modern facilities and hands-on clinical exposure, UCT prepares students to become skilled, compassionate and globally ready healthcare professionals — making studying MBBS abroad simple and secure for Indian students. The pathway is recognized with NMC, ECFMG and WDOMS.

Modelled on AIIMS Delhi academic structure
NMC, ECFMG and WDOMS recognized pathway
Safe, peaceful and welcoming island nation
Strong Indian student community on campus

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Everything You Need to Succeed

MBBS Program Highlights

5.5-Year Program

4.5 years of MBBS coursework followed by 1 year of compulsory clinical internship.

NMC-Compliant, English-Medium Curriculum

Fully aligned with Indian NMC guidelines, structured like AIIMS Delhi, and taught entirely in English.

Indian Standard Textbooks

Teaching follows Indian standard textbooks listed in UCT’s official first-year guidelines — the same references used on the Curriculum page.

Medical Practice Eligibility

Get licensed to practice in Timor-Leste after internship, with no additional exams.

Medical Infrastructure

Equipped laboratories, smart classrooms, digital libraries and simulation centers.

Global Faculty Support

Expert professors and mentors from India, USA, Cuba and Timor-Leste.

Simple & Transparent

Admission Process

From enquiry to your first white-coat day — five clear steps.

Enquire

Submit the enquiry form or call our admission counsellors.

Eligibility Check

10+2 with PCB and NEET qualification for Indian students.

Application and Documents

Complete the application with academic records and passport.

Offer & Visa

Receive your admission letter and full visa guidance.

Fly & Enroll

Arrival support, hostel allocation and orientation at UCT.

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A World-Class Medical Campus

Campus Facilities

Smart classrooms, advanced laboratories and digital learning in the heart of Southeast Asia.

Simulation Labs

High-fidelity mannequins and clinical scenarios for safe, hands-on practice.

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Laboratories

Advanced anatomy, physiology and biochemistry labs.

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Digital Classrooms

Smart, connected lecture halls and seminar spaces.

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Library & E-Resources

A fully equipped library with digital journals and references.

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Hostels & Transport

Safe student housing with campus shuttle services.

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Sports & Student Events

Cultural festivals, sports and a vibrant campus community.

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2021Year Established

5.5 YrsMBBS Program

4+Countries of Faculty

100%English Medium

Globally Trusted

Recognition & Accreditation

NMC India

ANAAA

WDOMS

ECFMG

FAIMER

Ministry of Health, TL

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UCT Moments

Real Life. Real Stories.

Coming from India, I settled in faster than I expected. The professors know every student by name, and the simulation labs let us practice clinical skills from the very first year.

Ananya R.MBBS Student, from India

Studying in English with an NMC-aligned syllabus means my FMGE preparation runs alongside my regular classes. Timor-Leste is calm, safe and genuinely welcoming.

Mohammed S.MBBS Student, from India

The white coat ceremony was the proudest day of my life. Hospital visits started early, so we see real patients and real medicine — not just textbooks.

Priyanka D.MBBS Student, from India

Faculty from four different countries means four different perspectives on medicine. The campus community celebrates every festival together — it truly feels like home.

Rahul V.MBBS Student, from India

Dr. Joel Casmiro PintoRector, Universidade Católica Timorense

Inspiring Our Journey

A Message from the Rector

“Welcome to Universidade Católica Timorense — Timor-Leste's first Catholic medical university, built to shape ambitious students into skilled, compassionate doctors.

Choosing where to study medicine is one of the most important decisions a student and their family will make. At UCT, we believe academic excellence and ethical formation must go hand in hand — our MBBS program combines rigorous training with hands-on clinical experience, guided by service, integrity, and compassion.

We know studying abroad is a big step, especially for international students. That's why UCT feels like a true community from day one — with dedicated faculty mentorship, a supportive campus, and a diverse student body from India and beyond, learning together in a safe, focused setting.”

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