Author: Mubbashir Qureshi, CEO, MTZ Global Visa Consultants Pvt Ltd — 25+ years personal experience guiding Pakistani students into study abroad and international medical education.
Medical reviewer: Dr. Sarfaraz Ahmad, PMDC No. 30506-P, Advisor at MTZ Global Visa Consultants, reviewed for clinical accuracy, 26 May 2026.
Last verified: 26 May 2026. Next review: 26 August 2026. PMDC list, fees, and intake dates are re-verified before each intake season.
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This page covers Nanjing Medical University (NMU/NJMU) only. Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (NJUCM) and Southeast University (SEU) Medical School are separate institutions also located in Nanjing.
Note for parents
This page covers Nanjing Medical University (NMU/NJMU) only. Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (NJUCM) and Southeast University (SEU) Medical School are separate institutions also located in Nanjing.
What Is the MBBS at Nanjing Medical University?
The single-paragraph answer below is the one Pakistani parents most often ask MTZ to summarise in 60 seconds.
Quick Answer
Nanjing Medical University, founded in 1934, is the first university in mainland China approved by the Ministry of Education to deliver English-medium MBBS to international students. PMDC-recognised, MOE-listed since 2007, WHO-WDOMS listed, and WFME-aligned. Annual tuition is CNY 34,000 with hostel CNY 6,000. 24 affiliated hospitals and 50+ teaching hospitals support clinical training. The September 2026 intake closes 30 June 2026 and caps at 60 international students.
Why Pakistani Families Trust Nanjing Medical University
Every recognition claim below is verified at its official source. MTZ re-checks all six markers before placing each student at Nanjing Medical University.
PMDC Recognised
Verified 26 May 2026 at pmdc.pk
MOE-Listed Since 2007
First batch of MOE-approved English-medium MBBS universities in mainland China
WHO-WDOMS Listed
Verified at search.wdoms.org
Founded 1934
Over 90 years of medical education in Jiangsu
ENGLISH MEDIUM
No Mandarin needed for academic study
24 Affiliated Hospitals
Including Jiangsu Province Hospital (3,000 beds)
The Eight Numbers Pakistani Parents Ask About First
These are the figures Pakistani families ask about first. All fees are indicative at 1 CNY = PKR 40, and MTZ confirms exact PKR figures in writing before any payment.
Duration
6 years (5 academic + 1 internship)
Medium
English (no Mandarin required for academic study). HSK-4 required before degree certificate is issued at end of programme
Intake
September 2026, classes begin 10 September
Annual Tuition
CNY 34,000 (indicative PKR 13.6L)
Annual Hostel
CNY 6,000 (indicative PKR 2.4L) for Years 1 to 3 only
Location
Nanjing, Jiangsu Province
Recognition
PMDC, WHO, WFME, MOE (first batch 2007)
Clinical bases
24 affiliated hospitals, 50+ teaching hospitals
Is Nanjing Medical University MBBS Recognised?
Your child’s degree is only as valuable as the bodies that recognise it. Below is Nanjing Medical University’s verified recognition status as of 26 May 2026, with every claim linking to its official source.
IMPORTANT: PMDC recognition lists update periodically. MTZ re-verifies Nanjing Medical University’s PMDC status before placing every student. Always confirm current status at pmdc.pk before applying.
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PMDC / PMC Pakistan
Pakistan Medical & Dental Council
Recognised, on current PMDC list
MOE China
Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China
MOE-Listed since 2007, first batch English MBBS approval
WHO / WDOMS
World Directory of Medical Schools, joint venture of WFME and FAIMER
Listed in World Directory of Medical Schools
WFME
World Federation for Medical Education
Aligned via WCAME, the China accrediting agency
ECFMG (USA)
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (USA / USMLE)
Eligible for USMLE / ECFMG pathway
GMC / UKMLA (UK)
UK General Medical Council, PLAB / UKMLA pathway
PLAB-eligible subject to GMC verification
Six Reasons NMU Beats Newer Chinese Medical Universities for Pakistani Students
Nanjing Medical University is one of seven Premium-tier universities in MTZ’s portfolio. It was the first university in mainland China to receive Ministry of Education approval to deliver English-medium MBBS to international students. These six reasons apply specifically to Nanjing Medical University, not to MBBS in China generally.
1
Without MOE-Listed Status Held for Two Decades, Your Child’s International Licensing Options Narrow Sharply
USMLE Step 1 eligibility, ECFMG registration, and PLAB applications all rest on the medical school holding MOE recognition with a long track record. A non-MOE degree closes these pathways before your child has sat a single licensing exam. Nanjing Medical University was approved by the Ministry of Education in 2007 as one of the first batch of universities in mainland China to deliver English-medium MBBS to international students. Eighteen years of continuous MOE approval is not provisional. It is the foundation your child’s international career will rest on.
2
A Newcomer Medical University Has No Track Record of Graduates Passing International Licensing
Does your child want to sit USMLE Step 1 in 2032 with a degree from a Chinese university that started English MBBS three years ago? Probably not. If your child’s ambition extends to postgraduate research or academic medicine, the university’s track record matters more than its tuition fee. Nanjing Medical University has trained international medical graduates since 2005. Eighteen years of evidence, 1,500+ international students currently enrolled from over 40 countries. NMU graduates have a documented high pass rate in their home country’s medical licensing examinations. That is two decades of evidence, not a marketing claim.
3
A Provincial Capital Hospital Network Beats a Single Affiliated Hospital Every Time
3,000 beds at the First Affiliated Hospital alone. The quality of clinical exposure in Years 3 to 6 shapes the doctor your child becomes, and Nanjing Medical University owns 24 affiliated hospitals plus 50+ teaching hospitals spread across Nanjing, Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Huaian, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Qingdao, plus one teaching hospital in Indonesia. The First Affiliated Hospital (Jiangsu Province Hospital) is a 3,000-bed Grade III Class A facility and the most comprehensive hospital in Jiangsu Province. The Second Affiliated Hospital has 1,600 beds and 12 provincial key clinical specialties. The Stomatology Hospital is ranked 5th in China. Your child rotates through hospitals that serve as the highest-level medical destinations across the lower Yangtze region.
4
Nanjing Is the Capital of Jiangsu Province With Better Halal Access Than Most Eastern Chinese Cities
Cities with little Muslim population create real settling-in difficulties for Pakistani students. Nanjing has an established Hui Muslim community and multiple halal-certified restaurants. The Nanjing Jingjue Mosque is one of the oldest in southern China. Halal food access in Nanjing is wider than in Shanghai or Suzhou. Your child eats without compromise from Day 1.
5
A University Without an Established Pakistani Community Puts Your Child’s First Year at Risk
Ask any Pakistani parent whose child returned home in Month 2 of MBBS abroad: the first semester is when everything goes wrong. Students who arrive without a support network face administrative confusion, isolation, and practical difficulties alone. Nanjing Medical University hosts 1,500+ international students from over 40 countries, with an active Pakistani student community spanning multiple year groups across both Jiangning and Wutai campuses. Your child gets airport pickup, settling-in support, and senior Pakistani students to call on from Day 1, not from Month 3.
6
A Small Class Size of 60 Means Real Faculty Attention, Not a Lecture Hall of 300
NMU caps the English-medium MBBS intake at 60 international students per year. Compare this to universities admitting 200 to 400 international students per intake. Your child gets direct access to faculty, smaller tutorial groups, and a higher staff-to-student ratio. The 1,470+ registered faculty include 117 full professors and 175 associate professors, with 185 doctoral supervisors and 812 master’s supervisors. That density of senior teachers is unusual outside Top 10 medical schools.
MBBS Fees at Nanjing Medical University 2026, Full Breakdown for Pakistani Families
Every fee on this page comes from Nanjing Medical University’s official 2026 admission brochure at e-sie.njmu.edu.cn. MTZ separates tuition, hostel, living costs, and one-time charges so your family can budget with real numbers, not estimates.
MTZ COMMITMENT: All fees confirmed in writing before any payment is requested. You receive a full breakdown in CNY and indicative PKR. No payment is made without written confirmation from MTZ.
Annual Recurring Fees (CNY)
These are the fees your family pays every year for all 6 years at Jiangsu University
Fee Item
CNY per Year
Notes
Tuition fee (MBBS English-medium)
34,000
Payable directly to university each year
Hostel (double room, Jiangning)
6,000
Years 1 to 3 only, see Block 16 risk flag for Years 4 to 6
Meals (estimated)
14,400 to 18,000
Campus canteen, CNY 1,200 to 1,500 per month
Residence permit
400
Annual renewal at local PSB
Textbooks
800
Excludes deposits and one-time fees
Annual total Years 1 to 3 (estimated)
55,600 to 59,200
Excludes deposits and one-time fees
One-Time and First-Year Costs (CNY)
These are paid once during the application and first year.
Fee Item
CNY
Notes
Application fee
500
Year 1 only
Non-refundable admission deposit
13,000
Paid after pre-admission letter, CNY 12,500 counts toward Year 1 tuition
Registration / enrolment fee
500
Year 1 only, paid on registration day
Physical examination
~540
One-time, per NMU
Free items (Year 1)
bedding, lab coat, campus card CNY 200, annual insurance
Per NMU brochure
PKR Indicative Conversion (at 1 CNY = PKR 40)
Item
CNY
Indicative PKR
Annual tuition
34,000
~PKR 13.6L
Annual hostel (Years 1 to 3)
6,000
~PKR 2.4L
Annual meals (mid estimate)
16,200
~PKR 6.48L
Annual residence permit + textbooks
1,200
~PKR 48,000
Indicative annual total Years 1 to 3
57,400
~PKR 22.96L
DISCLAIMER: PKR figures are indicative only at 1 CNY = PKR 40. Actual costs depend on lifestyle and the exchange rate on the date of payment.
Monthly Living Cost Breakdown
The figures below are the realistic monthly spend in Zhenjiang for a Pakistani MBBS student at Jiangsu University. Jiangsu University officially estimates approximately CNY 1,200 per month at oec.ujs.edu.cn; the breakdown below shows where that figure goes.
Exchange Rate Notice — Read Before Budgeting
For budgeting and financial planning, MTZ advises families to use a conservative rate of PKR 42 to PKR 45 per CNY to account for exchange rate movement over the 6-year degree.
PKR figures on this page are indicative only at 1 CNY = PKR 40 for display purposes. The actual PKR cost on the date of payment depends on the prevailing CNY-PKR exchange rate. WhatsApp MTZ Islamabad or Lahore for the current PKR breakdown before making any payment decision.
Item
CNY per Month
Indicative PKR per Month (at 1 CNY = PKR 40)
Meals (campus canteen, Years 1 to 3)
1,200 to 1,500
~PKR 48,000 to 60,000
Local transport (DiDi, metro, bus)
150
~PKR 6,000
Personal expenses (toiletries, clothing, phone top-up)
250 to 350
~PKR 10,000 to 14,000
VPN subscription (for Pakistan-side apps and banking)
30 to 50
~PKR 1,200 to 2,000
Health and miscellaneous
150 to 250
~PKR 6,000 to 10,000
Monthly total Years 1 to 3 (estimated)
1,780 to 2,300
~PKR 71,200 to 92,000
6-Year Total Cost Estimate
The 6-year MBBS at Jiangsu University runs Year 1 through Year 5 academic plus Year 6 internship. Below is the full 6-year recurring cost at 2026 fee levels, indicative PKR at 1 CNY = PKR 40.
Item
Annual CNY
6-Year CNY
Indicative 6-Year PKR
Tuition (fixed)
34,000
204,000
~PKR 81.6L
Hostel Years 1 to 3 (Jiangning)
6,000
18,000
~PKR 7.2L
Off-campus rent Years 4 to 6 (Wutai)
15,000 to 24,000
45,000 to 72,000
~PKR 18L to 28.8L
Living costs (mid estimate, 6 years)
22,800
136,800
~PKR 54.72L
Residence permit + textbooks
1,200
7,200
~PKR 2.88L
6-year Total (mid estimate)
78,000 to 88,000
411,000 to 438,000
~PKR 1.64 to 1.75 Cr
6-YEAR TOTAL NOTE
The 6-year total above includes the Wutai off-campus rental cost from Year 4 onwards (see Block 16 risk flag for full transparency). It excludes one-time fees, flights, and exchange rate movement over 6 years. MTZ advises families to plan a 2 to 3 month PKR buffer above the indicative total.
Can Your Child Apply for MBBS at Nanjing Medical University?
Nanjing Medical University sets its own entry requirements and PMDC sets additional conditions for Pakistani students. Both apply. The table below covers Nanjing Medical University-specific requirements as published in the official 2026 admission brochure at e-sie.njmu.edu.cn. Confirm PMDC’s current MDCAT requirement at pmdc.pk before applying.
Academic Requirements (Nanjing Medical University-Specific)
Requirement
English Proficiency Note: Pakistani students who completed FSc in English-medium schooling may submit a medium-of-instruction letter from their school in lieu of IELTS. MTZ confirms case-by-case acceptance with NMU before applying. MTZ prepares the medium-of-instruction documentation if applicable.
Physical and Medicments
Nanjing Medical University requires all incoming international students to provide a Foreigner Physical Examination Form and blood check report. The examination covers a general physical check, blood tests, chest X-ray, vision and hearing assessment. Conditions that may cancel admission: severe infectious diseases including hepatitis B, HIV, syphilis, or tuberculosis; mental or psychological disorders affecting study; and conditions that interfere with clinical training. Your child completes the medical examination at a Chinese Embassy approved hospital in Pakistan at an approximate cost of CNY 540 equivalent. Nanjing Medical University reviews the form, and NMU conducts an on-arrival re-check in Nanjing during registration week.
What MTZ Verifies Before Submitting Your Application
MTZ checks six things before any Nanjing Medical University application is submitted: (1) PMDC recognition status verified at pmdc.pk today. (2) FSc transcripts covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology with minimum 70% attested by IBCC and HEC. (3) English proficiency documentation, either IELTS/TOEFL certificate or medium-of-instruction letter. (4) Passport validity minimum 18 months beyond enrolment date. (5) Age within NMU limit of 18 to 25 years. (6) Application submitted well before the 60-seat cap closes. No application is submitted without all six passing.
How MTZ Applies Pakistani Students to Nanjing Medical University
The steps below cover the Nanjing Medical University application only. For the full general MBBS application process for China, see our complete guide at /mbbs-in-china/.
Step 1
Eligibility Confirmation (Week 1)
WhatsApp MTZ with your child’s FSc transcripts and MDCAT result. MTZ confirms Nanjing Medical University eligibility, checks PMDC status, and verifies age against NMU’s 18 to 25 limit. This step is free.
Step 2
Document Preparation (Weeks 1 to 3)
NMU requires: FSc transcripts and graduation certificate (attested by IBCC, HEC, and MoFA), valid Pakistani passport (18 months validity minimum), MDCAT result, English proficiency documentation, Foreigner Physical Examination Form, non-criminal certificate, CV and study plan in English, financial guarantee letter signed by parents with bank statement covering 6 months, four passport-size photographs (blue background per NMU brochure). MTZ provides the complete checklist with attestation instructions.
Step 3
NMU Online Application (Weeks 3 to 4)
MTZ submits the application through the NMU School of International Education online portal at e-sie.njmu.edu.cn. The initial review takes about 5 business days. The 60-seat cap means MTZ submits early in the December to June window.
Step4
Online Interview
Qualified applicants take an online interview with NMU faculty. The interview covers academic background, motivation, and basic medical aptitude. MTZ prepares your child for the interview.
Step 5
Pre-Admission Letter and Non-Refundable Deposit
On passing the interview, NMU sends a pre-admission letter. Your child must pay the non-refundable CNY 13,000 deposit within the period specified in the letter. CNY 12,500 of this deposit counts toward Year 1 tuition. Failure to pay the deposit on time results in admission cancellation.
Step 6
Official Admission Letter and JW202 Form (June to August)
Nanjing Medical University is MOE-listed, so a JW202 form is required for your child’s X1 Student Visa. After deposit confirmation, NMU sends the Official Admission Letter and JW202. MTZ tracks delivery and informs you immediately on receipt.
Step 7
X1 Student Visa Application
With the Official Admission Letter and JW202 in hand, MTZ prepares your child’s X1 Student Visa application for the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad. MTZ accompanies the CVASC submission. See /china-student-visa/ for the full checklist.
Step 8
Pre-Departure Briefing (MTZ)
MTZ runs a pre-departure session covering what to pack for Nanjing’s four-season climate, halal food access, NMU Jiangning campus layout, bank account setup, VPN installation before departure, the Year 4 Wutai transition, and first-week support contacts. MTZ arranges the Nanjing airport pickup.
Step 9
Arrival and Enrolment
Your child arrives in Nanjing at Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG), completes the on-arrival medical re-check, pays the registration fee of CNY 500, collects the student ID, and is assigned to the Jiangning campus international dormitory. Classes begin 10 September. Students who fail to register on time without explanation are automatically disqualified, so MTZ ensures timely arrival.
Where Can Your Child Practise After MBBS from Nanjing Medical University?
Nanjing Medical University’s MOE-listed status and WFME alignment open licensing pathways across multiple countries. The three most relevant for Pakistani families are covered below. For the full country-by-country comparison across all 29 MTZ universities, see /mbbs-china-licensing/.
Nanjing Medical University MOE-Listed Status
The Chinese Ministry of Education lists Nanjing Medical University as an approved institution for English-medium MBBS delivery to international students, a status the university has held since 2007. NMU was in the first batch of mainland Chinese universities to receive this approval. NMU’s MOE-listed status meets the requirement for USMLE Step 1 and ECFMG eligibility. It supports PLAB and GMC applications for Pakistani graduates targeting the UK.
PMDC Recognition and NLE Pathway (Pakistan)
Nanjing Medical University is on the PMDC recognised foreign institutions list. After completing the 6-year MBBS programme, Pakistani graduates must pass the NLE (National Licensing Examination) administered by PMDC to register and practise medicine in Pakistan. The NLE is mandatory for all foreign MBBS graduates regardless of country of study. MTZ re-verifies Nanjing Medical University’s PMDC recognition before placing each student. Always confirm the current list at pmdc.pk (new tab) before making any application decision.
ECFMG Eligibility (USA Pathway)
Nanjing Medical University’s WFME alignment via WCAME and MOE-listed status support ECFMG eligibility for graduates who sit the USMLE licensing sequence (Step 1, Step 2 CK). NMU graduates have a documented record of passing licensing examinations in their home countries. Verify current eligibility at imed.faimer.org (new tab). For a full country-by-country licensing comparison, see /mbbs-china-licensing/.
MOE Listed vs Non-MOE Listed Universities, Which Suits You?
The 29 PMDC-approved Chinese medical universities where MTZ places Pakistani students split into two categories. Understanding the difference is the single most important decision a Pakistani family makes after committing to MBBS in China. Nanjing Medical University is MOE-listed and a first-batch approval holder since 2007, placing it among the longest-running English-medium MBBS programmes in mainland China.
| Factor | MOE Listed (13) | Non-MOE Listed (16) |
|---|---|---|
| Medium of instruction | English throughout all 6 years | Bilingual, English Years 1 to 2, Mandarin from Year 3 |
| HSK-4 requirement | Not required for academic study; NMU requires HSK-4 before degree certificate | Required by Year 1 to progress to clinical years |
| Annual cost PKR (indicative, 1 CNY = PKR 40) | PKR 13L to 25L per year | PKR 8L to 14L per year |
| PMDC recognition | Yes | Yes, both categories recognised by PMDC |
| USMLE / ECFMG (USA) | Eligible | Not Eligible |
| PLAB / UKMLA (United Kingdom) | Eligible subject to GMC | Not Eligible |
| AMC (Australia) | Eligible | Not Eligible |
| MCCQE (Canada) | Eligible | Not Eligible |
| DHA / MOHAP / DOH (UAE) | Eligible | Eligible |
| GCC licensing (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait) | Strong position | Accepted with PMDC clearance |
| NMC India / BMDC Bangladesh (see footnote) | See footnote below | See footnote below |
| Typical student profile | Student targeting international licensing | Student focused on Pakistan NLE or Gulf, cost-driven |
| MTZ recommendation | Choose if any international licensing pathway beyond Pakistan and Gulf is the goal | Choose only if budget is the primary constraint and Pakistan or Gulf practice is the confirmed goal |
NMC India and BMDC Bangladesh apply to those countries’ students only. Pakistani students are unaffected by NMC or BMDC, since PMDC recognises both MOE and non-MOE listed universities.
Your Child Lives on Campus Years 1 to 3, Rents an Apartment Years 4 to 6
NMU is the only Premium-tier MOE-listed university in MTZ’s portfolio where on-campus accommodation runs for half the degree, not all of it. Jiangning campus has international student dormitories for Years 1 to 3. Wutai campus, where clinical teaching happens from Year 4, does not. The financial and security implications of that split are covered openly in this block and in Section; Refund Policy
| Feature | NMU Standard (Years 1 to 3, Jiangning) |
|---|---|
| Hostel type | International student dormitory inside Jiangning campus, separate from Chinese student accommodation |
| Room type | Double room standard; single rooms also available at higher cost |
| Room facilities | Air conditioner, water heater, bed, wardrobe, desk, network interface, attached bathroom with geyser, central heating |
| Free items (Year 1 only) | Bedding, lab coat, campus card with CNY 200 pre-loaded |
| Kitchen | Communal kitchen available on campus floors; students may cook own meals |
| Laundry | Coin-operated laundry machines in dormitory building |
| Internet | Wi-Fi in room; with VPN, WhatsApp, YouTube, Google, PTV Sports, family video calls work normally |
| Security | Card-access entry, CCTV at all entrances, reception desk staffed 24 hours, 500+ international students in dormitory |
| Electricity | Free for students up to 90 units per month |
| Female accommodation | Female-only floors or blocks, female warden present, separate entrance, male visitors not permitted inside |
| Annual hostel cost | CNY 6,000 per year (~PKR 2.4L) for double room, confirmed from e-sie.njmu.edu.cn 2026 brochure |
Important Year 4 to 6 note: From Year 4 onwards, all classes move to Wutai campus. Wutai does not have international student hostel facilities. Your child must rent a private apartment near Wutai for Years 4, 5, and 6. See Block 16 risk flag for full transparency on this cost and arrangement.
Life as a Pakistani Student in Nanjing, Across Four Seasons
Nanjing is one of the four ancient capitals of China, sitting on the Yangtze River as the capital of Jiangsu Province with a population of 9.4 million. The city carries one of the oldest Hui Muslim communities in southern China and connects to Shanghai by one-hour high-speed rail. Pakistani students at Nanjing Medical University inherit a city that rewards exploration.
Pakistani Students Association (PSA)
An active Pakistani student community at Nanjing Medical University runs Eid celebrations, Pakistan Independence Day events, cricket matches, new student orientation, and airport pickup for new arrivals.
Pakistani student community
A Pakistani presence at NMU spans multiple batches within the 1,500+ total international students from over 40 countries. MTZ connects new students with senior Pakistani students before arrival.
Airport pickup
MTZ arranges a named senior Pakistani student to meet new arrivals at Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG). No finding your way around alone on Day 1. The Jiangning campus is approximately 45 minutes from the airport.
City character
Nanjing is one of the four ancient capitals of China and the capital of Jiangsu Province. It is a major transport hub on the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed rail line. Population approximately 9.4 million. Strong public transport, modern infrastructure, and a city centre full of cultural and historical sites including the Ming Tomb, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, and Confucius Temple area.
Climate
Nanjing has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Spring (March to May): 10 to 20 degrees C, mild and pleasant. Summer (June to August): 25 to 35 degrees C, hot and humid with rainfall. Autumn (September to November): 15 to 25 degrees C, the most comfortable season. Winter (December to February): 0 to 8 degrees C, cold but not extreme. Pakistani students adapt to all four seasons during the 6-year degree.
Transport
DiDi (Chinese ride-hailing) is widely used by students. Nanjing Metro is one of the most extensive in China with 12 lines, serving both Jiangning campus and Wutai. Nanjing South Railway Station connects to Shanghai (1 hour), Beijing (4 hours), and most major Chinese cities. Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) has direct flights to Dubai, Doha, and major Chinese transit hubs for Pakistan routes.
Weekend activities
Nanjing offers cultural sites (Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Purple Mountain, Confucius Temple area), parks (Xuanwu Lake, Mochou Lake), and food streets. Shanghai is 1 hour by high-speed rail. Hangzhou and Suzhou are weekend trips. PSA-organised group outings are a regular feature of campus life.
Communication with family
VPN must be installed before departure from Pakistan. With VPN active, WhatsApp, YouTube, Google, Pakistani news apps, and family video calls work normally.
Full guide: Student Life for Pakistani MBBS Students in China (/blog/pakistani-student-life-china/)
Student Life for Pakistani MBBS Students in China
Two Campuses, Two Female Safety Arrangements for Your Daughter or Sister
Two campuses, two safety arrangements. Years 1 to 3 on Jiangning are inside an international student dormitory with female-only floors. Years 4 to 6 on Wutai are inside a private rented apartment in central Nanjing. Pakistani parents need both pictures before paying any deposit, and MTZ states the difference openly.
Female-only accommodation
NMU houses your daughter on a separate female-only floor or in a female-only block on Jiangning campus, separated from male students
Female warden
A female staff member runs the female hostel block. First point of contact for any hostel concern at any hour
Separate entrance
The female block has its own entrance. Male students and male visitors cannot enter the female accommodation area
Male visitor restriction
Male visitors, including family members, meet your daughter in designated common areas only, never inside the female hostel
CCTV
CCTV covers all hostel entrances. 24-hour campus security personnel on site at Jiangning
CARD-ACCESS ENTRY
Hostel entry is by student card only. Unregistered visitors cannot enter the building
MTZ pre-enrolment support
MTZ shares hostel photographs and confirms female accommodation details before any commitment is made
Parent contact line
MTZ Islamabad (+92 315 155 5507) and Lahore (+92 328 900 2222) contactable throughout the full 6 years
Years 4 to 6 female safety, Wutai off-campus: From Year 4, your daughter moves to a private rented apartment near Wutai campus. MTZ assists with locating a vetted apartment building near other Pakistani female students, with a recommendation that female students share a flat with one or more other Pakistani female seniors for shared security. MTZ verifies the apartment building has secure entry and operates in a residential area before the rental is signed. This arrangement is not equivalent to the on-campus Jiangning hostel and Pakistani families must understand the change before paying any fee.
Ask About Female Safety at NMU
Safety for Pakistani Female Students Studying MBBS in China
Ask About Female Safety at NMU
Halal Food at Nanjing Medical University, What Your Child Will Actually Eat
Nanjing Jingjue Mosque has stood since the Ming dynasty. That single historical fact tells Pakistani families more than any reassuring paragraph: the city has carried a continuous Hui Muslim presence for over five centuries, and halal food access today is wider than in Shanghai, Hangzhou, or Suzhou.
Campus Muslim canteen (Qingzhen)
A halal dining section operates on Jiangning campus. It serves rice dishes, noodles, lamb, chicken, and beef with halal preparation. Daily meal cost is approximately CNY 25 to 40.
Halal restaurants in the city
Nanjing has multiple halal-certified restaurants spread across the city, with a concentration near the historic Confucius Temple area and the Nanjing Jingjue Mosque. Hui, Uyghur, and Pakistani cuisine are all accessible.
Nanjing Jingjue Mosque
One of the oldest mosques in southern China, dating back to the Ming dynasty, in the Confucius Temple area. Friday Jumu’ah prayer is held weekly. MTZ provides the nearest mosque address to the Jiangning campus and Wutai campus at the pre-departure briefing.
Prayer room on campus
Availability confirmed with MTZ before arrival. Pakistani students at NMU have informally arranged prayer space within the international dormitory during academic breaks for Maghrib and Isha.
Supermarket halal products
Major supermarkets in Nanjing stock halal-certified packaged foods (Qingzhen labelled). Pakistani community shops exist near the international dormitory areas.
Ramadan provisions
The campus Muslim canteen provides sehri and iftar meal options throughout Ramadan. The communal kitchen is available for home cooking. PSA organises communal iftar gatherings. The NMU international student office is briefed on Ramadan dates annually.
Ask About Halal Food at NMU
Halal Food Availability at Chinese Universities
Ask About Halal Food at NMu
Affiliated Teaching Hospitals and Clinical Rotation at Nanjing Medical University
From Year 3, your child leaves the lecture hall and enters the ward. Nanjing Medical University runs clinical rotations at its own affiliated hospitals, not at rented clinical bases. 24 affiliated hospitals and 50+ teaching hospitals across Nanjing, Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Huaian, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Qingdao, plus one international teaching hospital in Indonesia form one of the widest clinical training networks of any MOE-listed Chinese medical university.
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affiliated hospitals across Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Shandong, plus 50+ teaching hospitals. The four designated Year 6 internship hospitals are listed below.
Hospital Teaching Network
| Hospital | Type | Beds (approx.) | Role in MBBS |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Affiliated Hospital (Jiangsu Province Hospital) | Grade III Class A General | 3,000 | Most comprehensive hospital in Jiangsu Province. Year 6 internship designated. Centre of medical treatment, teaching, and research |
| Second Affiliated Hospital | Grade III Class A General | 1,600 (1,520 available) | 12 provincial key clinical specialties including gastrology, paediatrics, gynaecology and obstetrics, oncology, urology, neurology. Year 6 internship designated |
| Affiliated Stomatology Hospital | Grade III Class A Specialty | Specialty | Top 5 stomatology school in China, B+ grade in 4th round national evaluation. Year 6 internship designated for dental rotation |
| Sir Run Run Hospital of NMU | Comprehensive teaching | Multiple | Year 6 internship designated, comprehensive teaching across all rotations |
| Extended network | 20+ additional affiliated + 50+ teaching | Multiple sites | Across Nanjing, Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Huaian, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Qingdao + one in Indonesia |
Clinical Rotation Structure (Typical)
| Rotation | Approximate Duration |
|---|---|
| Internal Medicine | 16 weeks |
| Surgery (General and Specialties) | 16 weeks |
| Paediatrics | 8 weeks |
| Obstetrics and Gynaecology | 8 weeks |
| Other specialties (Neurology, Psychiatry, Dermatology, ENT) | 12 weeks combined |
| Internship Year 6 | 52 weeks across the 4 designated affiliated hospitals |
Ask About Clinical Rotation at NMU
Ask About Clinical Rotation at NMU
Refund Policy and Risk Flags, Read Before You Pay
Every family needs to understand what is refundable and what is not before any payment is made to Nanjing Medical University or to MTZ.
Application fee (CNY 500)
Non-refundable.
Non-refundable admission deposit (CNY 13,000)
Strictly non-refundable if your child gives up admission for personal reasons. CNY 12,500 counts toward Year 1 tuition if your child enrols. Per NMU 2026 brochure, students who fail to meet registration requirements at the time of registration and are disqualified from admission also forfeit the deposit. Read this twice before paying.
Tuition fee (CNY 34,000 per year)
Per NMU brochure, students who leave the university after paying tuition and accommodation may receive a partial refund per NMU Finance Department regulations. Mid-year withdrawals are generally non-refundable. Confirm with MTZ before any payment.
Hostel deposit
Refundable on proper checkout at year-end if no damage. Non-refundable if your child leaves without following NMU’s exit procedure.
X1 visa rejection
If rejection is due to MTZ file preparation error, MTZ resubmits at no extra charge. If rejection is due to applicant-side issues, resubmission is at cost.
MTZ service fee
Confirmed in writing to the family before any payment is made. No surprise charges. MTZ is SECP-registered.
Risk flags — read these before applying:
Age Limit (Strictly 25 Years)
Nanjing Medical University’s official age limit is 18 to 25 years at time of enrolment per the 2026 admission brochure. This is stricter than most Chinese medical universities (which typically allow up to 30). If your child is 25 or 26 at enrolment, NMU is not the right university and MTZ will redirect to a more flexible option.
60-Seat Cap and First-Come-First-Served
NMU caps English-medium MBBS at 60 international students per intake. Applications may close before 30 June if the cap is reached. MTZ recommends submitting the application no later than April 2026 for September 2026 entry. Late starts increase the risk of missing the cap regardless of MDCAT score.
Year 4 to 6 Wutai Off-Campus Accommodation Gap
This is the most important risk flag on this page. From Year 4 onwards, all classes move to Wutai campus. Wutai does not have international student hostel facilities. Your child must rent a private apartment near Wutai for Years 4, 5, and 6. Estimated rental cost CNY 15,000 to 24,000 per year per student (or CNY 1,250 to 2,000 per month for a shared apartment, more for a private unit). This adds approximately PKR 18L to 28.8L over the final three years versus a university hostel. MTZ assists with apartment location but the financial responsibility transfers to the family. Pakistani parents must factor this into the 6-year total cost decision before paying any deposit.
Document Quality
NMU requires clean colour-scanned documents, notarised high school graduation certificate and transcripts, and photographs with blue background. Mobile phone photographs of certificates are rejected. Use a proper flatbed scanner.
PMDC List Changes
PMDC recognition lists update periodically without advance notice. MTZ re-verifies PMDC status for every student before submission.
Confusion with Other Nanjing Universities
Nanjing Medical University (NMU/NJMU, 南京医科大学) is distinct from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (NJUCM, traditional Chinese medicine focus) and from Southeast University Medical School (SEU). Only NMU’s English-medium MBBS is the programme covered on this page. When verifying recognition at pmdc.pk, search specifically for ‘Nanjing Medical University’, not ‘Nanjing University’ or similar variants.
Scholarships for MBBS Students at Nanjing Medical University
Read this section carefully before any agent tells you a scholarship is guaranteed. MTZ’s position on scholarships is stated below in full, and it does not change based on what you want to hear.
SCHOLARSHIP POLICY: Some partner universities offer merit-based awards to high-performing MBBS students from their second year, based on academic performance — these are the university’s independent decisions and are not guaranteed at admission. MTZ Global Visa Consultants does not assure or guarantee scholarships for MBBS study in China. For fully funded MS and PhD scholarships, see our Global Scholarships hub.
Nanjing Medical University scholarship streams (factual, not guaranteed), per official NMU 2026 admission brochure:
| Scholarship Scheme | Level | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMU Full Tuition Scholarship | University, top 5% of students | 34,000 / year | Covers full tuition. Awarded based on academic performance. Mostly directed at students from small or underprivileged countries in Asia and Africa per NMU practice |
| NMU Partial Scholarship | University | Up to 30,000 / year | Available to undergraduate and graduate students, partial tuition waiver |
| Jasmine Jiangsu Government Scholarship | Provincial | Variable | Awarded by Jiangsu Provincial Government to international students at Jiangsu universities. Application deadline typically June each year |
| Nanjing Government Scholarship | Municipal | Variable | Awarded by Nanjing Municipal Government to international students at Nanjing universities |
| Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) | National, competitive | Full funding | Annual window December to April. HEC administers in Pakistan. Separate application process |
Students receiving Jasmine Jiangsu Government Scholarship or Nanjing Government Scholarship are typically not eligible for NMU’s internal scholarship in the same year. The seat allocation for the two government scholarships is decided by Jiangsu and Nanjing governments respectively, not by NMU.
What MTZ Will Not Promise for Nanjing Medical University
Twenty-five years of placing Pakistani students at foreign medical universities has taught Mubbashir Qureshi exactly which promises consultants make to close a deal, and exactly which of those promises evaporate by Year 2. Here is what MTZ refuses to promise about Nanjing Medical University, and what MTZ does commit to, both in writing.
MTZ will not promise:
Admission is decided by Nanjing Medical University. MTZ prepares a strong, complete application file. The decision belongs to NMU’s School of International Education after the online interview, not to MTZ.
The 60-seat cap means timing matters as much as merit. MTZ submits early. Late submission risks missing the intake even with a strong file.
Fee increases are NMU’s decision. CNY 34,000 is the current published tuition. Universities revise fees. PKR costs move with the CNY-PKR exchange rate.
Year 4 to 6 Wutai rental cost is not under MTZ’s control. MTZ helps locate an apartment but the family pays the private landlord directly.
Academic performance belongs to your child. MTZ provides guidance throughout the 6 years. No consultant can guarantee pass rates, interview outcomes, or NLE outcomes.
No scholarship is guaranteed at admission. NMU awards scholarships based on annual academic rankings. The scholarship section above states MTZ’s position in full.
PMDC recognition lists change without notice. MTZ re-verifies before every placement.
Visa timelines depend on the Chinese Embassy and CVASC. Processing time is not in MTZ’s hands.
MTZ commits to:
PMDC recognition status for NMU is verified at pmdc.pk before every student placement, not from memory.
A full written fee breakdown in CNY and indicative PKR reaches your family before any payment is requested. The Year 4 to 6 Wutai rental cost is explicitly included in the breakdown.
MTZ remains reachable on WhatsApp Islamabad and Lahore for all 6 years of your child’s degree.
If the X1 visa file rejection was due to an MTZ preparation error, MTZ resubmits at no extra charge.
Every university on MTZ’s list is independently verified. NMU is PMDC-recognised, MOE-listed since 2007, WFME-aligned, and confirmed.
Your child’s apartment search for Year 4 onwards begins in Year 3, not in Year 4. MTZ briefs the family on the rental market 12 months before the transition.
Jiangning at 87 Hectares, Wutai at 8 Hectares, Both in Nanjing
Nanjing’s two-campus split is the single most operationally important fact for any Pakistani family looking at NMU. Years 1 to 3 happen on the 87-hectare Jiangning campus. Years 4 to 6 happen on the 8-hectare Wutai campus in central Nanjing. The two campuses are different worlds for a Pakistani student.
The Campus
Nanjing Medical University operates two campuses: Jiangning (the main and larger campus, 87 hectares, Years 1 to 3 international student teaching and dormitory) and Wutai (the older and smaller campus, 8 hectares, Years 4 to 6 clinical teaching). The Jiangning campus houses the School of International Education (SIE), MBBS teaching buildings for Years 1 to 3, international student dormitories, campus canteen including the Qingzhen halal section, sports facilities, libraries, and direct metro access to Nanjing city centre. The School of International Education manages all administrative matters for international students: enrolment, residence permits, student ID, scholarship applications, and welfare. From Year 4, all teaching moves to Wutai campus, which sits in central Nanjing. Wutai does not have international student dormitories, which is why students rent private apartments nearby.
The City, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province
Nanjing (Chinese: 南京) is the capital of Jiangsu Province and one of the four ancient capitals of China. Population approximately 9.4 million. Nanjing sits on the Yangtze River and is the most important transport, education, and cultural hub of the lower Yangtze Delta region. The city has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Spring averages 10 to 20 degrees C. Summer averages 25 to 35 degrees C and is hot and humid. Autumn at 15 to 25 degrees C is the most comfortable season. Winter averages 0 to 8 degrees C. The city is well-served by Nanjing Metro (12 lines covering both campuses), DiDi, and city buses. Nanjing South Railway Station is the largest high-speed rail station in Asia and connects to Shanghai in 1 hour, Beijing in 4 hours. Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) is approximately 45 minutes from Jiangning campus and operates direct flights to Dubai, Doha, Seoul, Bangkok, and major Chinese transit hubs for Pakistan routes.
For Pakistani families weighing Jiangsu MBBS Pakistan options for Pakistan-bound graduates, Nanjing offers the most extensive transport network and the deepest hospital ecosystem of any city in the province.
What Pakistani Parents Get Wrong About MBBS at Nanjing Medical University
Incorrect information about MBBS at Nanjing Medical University circulates online and through unqualified agents. Read the facts.
‘Nanjing Medical University is not recognised by PMDC.’
Nanjing Medical University is on the current PMDC recognised foreign institutions list. MTZ verifies this before every placement. Confirm at pmdc.pk.
‘NMU is the same as Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine.’
They are two completely different universities. Nanjing Medical University (NMU/NJMU) is a public medical university focused on Western medicine, MOE-listed for English MBBS since 2007. Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (NJUCM) is a separate institution focused on Traditional Chinese Medicine. They are not interchangeable.
‘The MBBS at NMU is taught in Mandarin.’
NMU’s MBBS for international students is fully English-medium and has been since 2005. MOE approval for English-medium delivery was granted in 2007 as part of the first batch. HSK-4 is required only before the degree certificate is issued.
‘Pakistani students cannot get admission because the 60 seats are taken by Indian students.’
NMU’s 60-seat English MBBS intake is open to international students from all countries. Pakistani students apply through the same channel and MTZ submits applications early in the window to secure seats.
‘There is no off-campus accommodation issue, NMU has hostels for all 6 years.’
NMU’s official 2026 brochure and consistent operational practice confirm that Wutai campus (Years 4 to 6) does not have international student hostel facilities. Students rent private apartments. MTZ states this openly because hiding it would be dishonest.
‘You can get MBBS in China without MDCAT.’
PMDC requires a valid MDCAT score for Pakistani students applying to foreign medical universities. MTZ will not submit a NMU application for a student who does not meet the current PMDC MDCAT requirement.
‘NMU’s age limit is the same as other Chinese universities at 30.’
NMU’s age limit is strictly 18 to 25 years at enrolment per the 2026 official brochure. This is stricter than most Chinese medical universities. Confirm your child’s age fits this window before applying.
‘MTZ guarantees admission to Nanjing Medical University.’
No ethical consultant can guarantee admission. MTZ prepares a complete, accurate application file and submits early to maximise the chance of securing one of the 60 seats. Admission is decided by NMU after document review and online interview.
How Nanjing Medical University Compares
Nanjing Medical University suits students who want a Premium-tier, MOE-listed campus with two decades of English MBBS track record, a 24-hospital clinical network, and small class sizes. Compare directly below against the two closest Premium-tier MOE-listed alternatives MTZ places students at: Jiangsu University (also Jiangsu Province) and Wenzhou Medical University (Zhejiang coastal).
| Comparison Point | Nanjing Medical University (This Page) | Jiangsu University | Wenzhou Medical University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | Premium | Premium | Premium |
| MOE Listing | Yes (since 2007, first batch) | Yes | Yes (since 2006) |
| Province | Jiangsu (eastern, capital city) | Jiangsu (Zhenjiang) | Zhejiang (coastal) |
| City | Nanjing | Zhenjiang | Wenzhou |
| Annual tuition (CNY) | 34,000 | 34,000 | 33,000 |
| Annual hostel (CNY) | 6,000 (Years 1 to 3 only) | 4,500 (north) to 4,900 (south) double room | 4,400 |
| Off-campus rent required | Yes, Years 4 to 6 at Wutai | No, on-campus hostel all 6 years | No |
| Affiliated hospitals | 24 + 50 teaching | Multiple Grade III Class A | 5 hospitals, 5,000+ beds |
| English MBBS track record | Since 2005, first MOE batch 2007 | Established, MOE-approved | Since 2006 |
| Class size cap | 60 international students | Larger intake | Larger intake |
| CSCA required | No | No | Yes, mandatory 2026 |
| HSK-4 required for degree | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PMDC recognised | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ECFMG eligible | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| City character | Provincial capital, 4 seasons, 9.4M | Smaller provincial city near Nanjing | Coastal, mild, HSR to Shanghai |
| MTZ placement link | This page | /mbbs-in-china/universities/jiangsu-university/ | /mbbs-in-china/universities/wenzhou-medical-university/ |
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Frequently Asked Questions, MBBS at Nanjing Medical University
Twelve questions, in the order Pakistani families ask them on the WhatsApp chat. Every answer below maps to a specific line in the NMU 2026 admission brochure or the official Jiangsu Provincial Health Department record.
Yes. Nanjing Medical University is on the current PMDC recognised foreign institutions list. MTZ verifies PMDC status before placing every student. Always confirm the current status at pmdc.pk before submitting any application or paying any fee.
Annual tuition is CNY 34,000 per the official NMU 2026 brochure. Hostel is CNY 6,000 per year for Years 1 to 3 on Jiangning campus. Year 4 to 6 students rent private apartments near Wutai at CNY 15,000 to 24,000 per year. A non-refundable deposit of CNY 13,000 is paid after pre-admission, with CNY 12,500 counting toward Year 1 tuition. At 1 CNY = PKR 40, Year 1 tuition is approximately PKR 13.6 lakh. MTZ confirms the exact PKR breakdown in writing before any payment.
Yes. NMU’s MBBS programme is fully English-medium for international students. NMU was approved by the Ministry of Education in 2007 as one of the first batch of universities in mainland China to deliver English-medium MBBS. No Mandarin is required for academic study. HSK-4 is required only before the degree certificate is issued.
NMU requires IELTS 6.0 or higher (no individual band below 5.0) or TOEFL 70 or higher per the 2026 brochure. Pakistani students who completed FSc in English-medium schooling may submit a medium-of-instruction letter in lieu of IELTS. MTZ confirms case-by-case acceptance with NMU before applying.
NMU has one intake per year, with classes starting 10 September 2026. The application window runs 1 December 2025 to 30 June 2026, but applications may close earlier if the 60-seat cap is reached. MTZ advises submitting by April 2026 for September 2026 entry.
The official NMU age limit per the 2026 brochure is 18 to 25 years at the time of enrolment. This is stricter than most Chinese medical universities. If your child is 25 or older at the planned enrolment date, NMU is not the right university and MTZ will redirect to a more flexible option.
Years 1 to 3 on Jiangning campus international dormitory at CNY 6,000 per year for a double room. From Year 4 onwards, all classes move to Wutai campus, which does not have international student hostel. Your child rents a private apartment near Wutai for Years 4 to 6 at an estimated CNY 15,000 to 24,000 per year. This is a known NMU-specific arrangement that MTZ discloses upfront because Pakistani families need it factored into the 6-year cost.
On Jiangning campus (Years 1 to 3), NMU houses female students on female-only floors with a female warden, separate entrance, card-access entry, and CCTV. Male visitors are not permitted inside female accommodation. From Year 4 onwards, female students move to private apartments near Wutai. MTZ assists with locating a vetted apartment in a residential building, ideally shared with senior Pakistani female students. The Year 4 to 6 arrangement is not equivalent to on-campus security and parents must understand this before paying any deposit.
The NLE (National Licensing Examination) administered by PMDC is mandatory for all Pakistani graduates of foreign medical universities who wish to register and practise medicine in Pakistan. It applies to NMU graduates along with all other foreign MBBS graduates. NMU’s PMDC recognition means its graduates are eligible to sit the NLE. See our NLE preparation guide at /blog/nle-exam-preparation-after-mbbs-china/.
NMU enrols 1,500+ international students from over 40 countries. The MBBS English-medium intake is capped at 60 international students per year. MTZ connects new students with senior Pakistani students before arrival.
No. The initial eligibility check is free. WhatsApp MTZ Islamabad (+92 315 155 5507) or Lahore (+92 328 900 2222) with your child’s FSc marks and MDCAT result. MTZ confirms NMU eligibility, age check, PMDC status, and English proficiency at no charge. MTZ’s service fee applies to the full application and placement service and is confirmed in writing before payment.
HSK-4 is not required for admission or for the academic delivery of the MBBS at NMU. The 6-year programme is taught in English. However, NMU requires HSK-4 before the degree certificate is issued at the end of the programme. Your child learns Mandarin gradually during the degree, supported by the university’s Chinese language modules. Mandarin also helps during clinical rotations from Year 3.
Apply for MBBS at Nanjing Medical University, September 2026
MTZ verifies PMDC status before every submission. We do not place students at universities we cannot stand behind.
PKR figures on this page are indicative only at 1 CNY = PKR 40 for display purposes. The actual PKR cost on the date of payment depends on the prevailing CNY-PKR exchange rate. WhatsApp MTZ Islamabad or Lahore for the current PKR breakdown before making any payment decision.
September 2026 intake. Classes begin 10 September. Application window: 1 December 2025 to 30 June 2026. 60-seat cap may close earlier. Begin now.
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