MBBS in Russia
With almost 57 medical universities, Russia has been a very popular choice and one of the top destinations for Indian students to pursue MBBS. Low cost subsidized fee, high-quality education and worldwide recognition are some great reasons that Russia has moved to the 8th position in the top destinations for medical education in all over the world. Over 53 universities for MBBS in Russia are already approved b y Medical Council of India (MCI). All universities are well recognized by the Medical Council of leading countries. WDOMS, ECFMG, FAIMER, and Ministry of Education, Russia itself has approved them. It enables you to complete your education abroad and work in India & Russia afterward.
Russia and India are having a long history of smooth relationship. Both countries are working together to strengthen their politics, defence & security, economy, trade, science, and culture etc.
By providing students a comprehensive curriculum with the latest advancements in medicine, internships and necessary equipment and resources to help students prepare for their exams, MBBS in Russia opens up an ocean of opportunities for medical students to have a bright career!
Interesting Facts About Russia
- Russia population is equivalent to 1.8% of the total world population which ranks number 9 in the list of countries by population and it occupies 1/8th area of the earth.
- The official language of Russia is obviously Russian but almost 30% of the Russian population know good English.
- Russian Ruble (RUB) is the official currency of Russia which is 0.90 INR.
- Indian time zone is approx 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Russian time zone.
Russia is one of the independent countries in Eurasia and also it is biggest developed country in the world having Moscow as it’s capital. - Due to its vast size Russia has a diverse climate. In Siberia you can experience harsh winters with temperatures dropping below -30°C (-22°F), while in southern regions milder climate would be there and continental climates in central areas. There’s no doubt that climate change poses threats, affecting ecosystems, agriculture, and contributing to permafrost thaw in Russia.
MBBS in Russia: At a Glance
Here we’re giving a very quick overview of doing MBBS in Russia for Indian students. We hope it would help you to unveil complexities to choose your preferred university.
Degree
MBBS/MD
Intake for MBBS in Russia
September
MBBS course duration
6 Years
Medium of Teaching
Russian/English
MBBS Fees in Russia
INR 12.5 to 17.5 Lakhs Per Year
Eligibility to study MBBS in Russia
50% (for general category) and 40% for reserved category in 10+2 in PCB , NEET Qualified
Living Cost in Russia
INR 12000 - 16000 | 150 - 200 USD Per Month
Recognition of Medical Universities
NMC, WHO, FAIMER, Ministry of Education Russia.
MBBS in Russia Vs MBBS in India
MBBS in Russia and India are not the same! Go through this list to understand the difference between MBBS in Russia and India for Indian students –
MBBS course duration
Russia - 6 years ( including a 1-year internship) India - 5.5 years ( including a 1-year paid internship)
Seats availability
Russia - Special accommodations for Indian students are available if seats are lacking India - MBBS seats quantity is fixed
Teaching Language
Russia - English and Russian India - English only
Donations
Russia - No donations are required for admission India - Donations are required for admission
Recognition
Russia - NMC, WHO, FAIMER, Ministry of Education Russia etc.
India - National Medical Commission (NMC)
License Exam
Russia -Coaching of licensing exams of different countries such as USMLE, PLAB, FMGE, etc are available India - NExT Exam is conducted
Why to choose Russia?
We already know some of promising reasons to choose Russia for your MBBS degree. To make it more clear and for your better understanding we have mentioned some of the relevant points below –
01
Worldwide Recognition
Universities are approved by well recognized prestigious organizations like WHO, NMC, ECFMG, FAIMER, WFME, Ministry of Education, Russia etc. These recognition make them acknowledged throughout the world.
02
Affordable Fees
It’s just around 2 Lakhs rupees (2300 USD) per year if you would go for lowest MBBS fee in Russia. And depending on the universities MBBS Tuition Fees in Russia range between 2 Lakhs to 4 Lakhs Indian Rupees per year, which would range between 3 to 6 Lakhs per year including Hostel Fees, Medical Insurance, Medical Checkup, Dactyloscopy, Visa Extension etc.
Not just for India but for other countries too pursuing MBBS/MD is cheaper, affordable and budget-friendly according to the financial condition!
03
Quality Education and great exposure
The MBBS syllabus in Russia is a very high standard. Advanced labs and modern teaching techniques are a huge plus for medical universities in Russia. The students will get the facility of well-equipped modern laboratories. You will get a reference from the Medical Colleges in Russia for working in the leading hospitals all across the globe. Colleges in Russia provide a comprehensive syllabus and education system which includes the latest advancements.
04
No Unfair Donation
The Universities in Russia do not Demand any unfair Donations.
05
Safe College and Country
On and off-campus safety measures are provided for international students. For both – national and international students, Russia is having strict laws against ragging! This all make Russia a safe country to study and live! And of course, you would find lot of fellow Indians already studying there!
06
Flexibility in eligibility
Russian medical universities would ask you for a NEET score of at least 137-140/720 for the general category and 107-110/720 for SC/ST/OBC. It makes clear that in Russian universities no other entrance exams are required and students with low scores can also get admission.
07
Loan and scholarship
To majority of Indian students who are looking forward to study in Russia, governmental and non-governmental scholarships are available for them. These scholarships are being provided by India and Russia both. In the same way study loans are also available!
08
Accommodation and Food
Based on your budget and requirements etc different student accommodation facilities are available from Universities itself and from the side of private properties too. Normally it is gonna be around INR 12000 – 16000 | 150 – 200 USD Per Month. Food and grocery expanse vary across regions in Russia and many international dishes including Indian are served in college canteens and restaurants.
MBBS Admission Process in Russia for Indian Students
Admission in medical universities in Russia is quite straightforward as there are no entrance exams are compulsory to appear in. Of course there are some requirements and eligibility criteria set by MCI and Russian Universities itself. Admissions in Russia for MBBS begin on May 1st of each year and end on August 30th.
Things in eligibility criteria which Indian students must meet are given here –
- Students must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with PCB subjects including English with an aggregate of 50% marks in PCB subjects and overall too.
- Students must have completed 17 years of age before applying to the university.
- Maximum age to apply for MBBS in Russia is 25.
- NEET qualification is required with at least passing marks!
Required Documents
- Duly filled-in application form of the applicant
- Scanned copies of Class 10th and 12th mark-sheets and also Pass Certificates
- 4-6 Passport colored photographs of the candidate with a white background (4.5 cm /3.5 cm)
- Scanned copies of NEET Results. Score of at least 137-140/720 for the general category and 107-110/720 for SC/ST/OBC is required.
- Scanned copy of Passport (include first and last page). If Passport is not ready at the time of application please provide Aadhaar Card or Pan Card.
Academic Sessions in Russian Medical Universities
The Academic year in Russian medical universities starts on 1st September. There would be two semesters in each educational year – September to January month and February to June month.
1st-semester examinations start from January whereas second-semester exams start from June.
From 20th January to 7th February it’s winter vacation. And summer vacation would be from 15th July to 31st August.
Scope after MBBS in Russia
You’re going to take a big step by choosing Russia for your MBBS degree so, you must be aware of the various career opportunities that you can explore after completing it. Without any doubt the career scope after MBBS in Russia is quite vast.
A variety of career paths in the medical field depends on the specialization you choose.
- Students can go for private practice or they can join any hospital or become a researcher.
- You can go for a teaching career and become a lecturer or professor in the field of medicine.
- You can also choose career in medical marketing as a medical marketing executive etc. And even you can join armed forces too if you want to.
- If you are looking for a job in the public sector, then you can apply for various positions in the healthcare sector like doctor, lab technician etc.
- There are lot of career options available in government medical fields itself. You can apply for a medical researcher, medical administrator, medical consultant, or medical advisor too. Private sector also gives you a big opportunity including positions in the pharmaceutical or medical industry etc.
- Students can choose to live in Russia and practice MBBS and obviously after qualifying the MCI screening test, they practice medicine in India.
- Students can also pursue a post-doctoral fellowship and specialize in a particular area of medicine easily . They have an option to pursue PG courses in any country and can prepare for USMLE (USA) and PLAB in future.
Syllabus
First Year
History, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Anatomy, Histology, Latin, Public Health and saftey, Economics, Philosophy, Culturology, Russian language, Physical Training, Basics of Research, Basics of patient care, Physiology, Pedagogy
Second Year
Physiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Hygiene, Psychology, Medical Law, Bioethics, Russian language, Philosophy ,Microbiology, Pedagogy, Topographic anatomy and Operative surgery, Nursing ,Pathophysiology, Propedeutics of internal diseases
Third Year
Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Radiology, Internal medicine, Topographical anatomy, Operative surgery, Radiodiagnostics, IT and e-health, Hygiene, Public Health
Fourth Year
Hospital cycles, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Dermatology and Venereology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Neurology, Therapy, Medical Rehabilitation, Urology, Public health, Phthisiology, Endocrinology, Otorhinolaryngology, Ophthalmology, Medical genetics
Fifth Year
E.N.T., Ophthalmology, Surgical Gynecology, Psychiatry, Traumatology, Orthopedics, Physiotherapy, Outpatient therapy, Gene therapy, and Infectious diseases, Pediatrics
Sixth Year
Oncology and radiation therapy, Occupational diseases, Anesthesiology, Intensive care training, Dentistry,, General medical practice, Neurosurgery, Forensic medicine, and Epidemiology, Outpatient service, Clinical Immunology AND Pharmacology
Top MCI Recognized MBBS Universities in Russia we provide admissions in
We have prepared a list of top MBBS Universities in Russia along with their tuition fees. I would give you an overall view and would help you to figure out what college should you go for.
Bashkir State Medical University
- Founded in: 1932
- Location: Ufa City, Bashkortostan, Russia
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: NMC, WDOMS, ECFMG, MCC and many more
- Course duration: 6 years
- Ranking: 4177
Fee Structure 2024-25
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 | |
Tuition Fee (approx.) | 272736 | 272736 | 272736 | 272736 | 272736 | 272736 |
Fees in Indian Rupees | Rs.2.73 Lakhs | Rs.2.73 Lakhs | Rs.2.73 Lakhs | Rs.2.73 Lakhs | Rs.2.73 Lakhs | Rs.2.73 Lakhs |
Hostel Fees | 60000 | 60000 | 60000 | 60000 | 60000 | 60000 |
Hostel Fee in Rupees | Rs 60000 (approx.) | Rs 60000 (approx.) | Rs 60000 (approx.) | Rs 60000 (approx.) | Rs 60000 (approx.) | Rs 60000 (approx.) |
Approx. Total Fees in Indian Rupees | Rs 5.06 Lakhs | Rs 5.06 Lakhs | Rs 5.06 Lakhs | Rs 5.06 Lakhs | Rs 5.06 Lakhs | Rs 5.06 Lakhs |
** 1 Ruble = Rs.1 here
*We are giving you an approximate fee and it may change as per the change in currency
* We have not included Medical Insurance + Medical Checkup,Visa Extension,Dactyloscopy etc in the fee structure
Kazan Federal University
- Founded in: 1804
- Kremlyovskaya St, 18, Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, 420008
- At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- English (for Indians) and Russian
- NMC, WHO, FAIMER etc
- Course duration: 6 years
- Ranking: 370
Fee Structure 2024-25
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 | |
Tuition Fee (approx.) | 493740 | 493740 | 493740 | 493740 | 493740 | 493740 |
Fees in Indian Rupees | Rs 4.80 Lakhs | Rs 4.80 Lakhs | Rs 4.80 Lakhs | Rs 4.80 Lakhs | Rs 4.80 Lakhs | Rs 4.80 Lakhs |
Hostel Fees | 62000 | 62000 | 62000 | 62000 | 62000 | 62000 |
Hostel Fee in Rupees | Rs 62000 (approx.) | Rs 62000 (approx.) | Rs 62000 (approx.) | Rs 62000 (approx.) | Rs 62000 (approx.) | Rs 62000 (approx.) |
Total Fees in Indian Rupees | Rs 5.33 Lakhs | Rs 5.33 Lakhs | Rs 5.33 Lakhs | Rs 5.33 Lakhs | Rs 5.33 Lakhs | Rs 5.33 Lakhs |
** 1 Ruble = Rs.1 here
*We are giving you an approximate fee and it may change as per the change in currency
* We have not included Medical Insurance + Medical Checkup,Visa Extension,Dactyloscopy etc in the fee structure
Crimea Federal University
- Founded in: 2014
- 4, Akademika Vernadskogo Avenue, Simferopol, Crimea, Russia
- At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- English (for Indians) and Russian
- NMC, MSHE, WDOMS, ECFMG etc
- Course duration: 6 years
- Ranking: 301-350
Fee Structure 2024-25
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 | |
Tuition Fee (approx.) | 250,000 Ruble | 300,000 Ruble | 300,000 Ruble | 300,000 Ruble | 300,000 Ruble | 300,000 Ruble |
Fees in Indian Rupees | Rs.2.5 Lakhs | Rs.3 Lakhs | Rs.3 Lakhs | Rs.3 Lakhs | Rs.3 Lakhs | Rs.3 Lakhs |
Hostel Fees | 45000 Ruble | 45000 Ruble | 45000 Ruble | 45000 Ruble | 45000 Ruble | 45000 Ruble |
Hostel Fee in Rupees | Rs.45,000 (approx.) | Rs.45,000 (approx.) | Rs.45,000 (approx.) | Rs.45,000 (approx.) | Rs.45,000 (approx.) | Rs.45,000 (approx.) |
Approx. Total Fees in Indian Rupees | Rs.2.95 Lakhs | Rs.3.45 Lakhs | Rs.3.45 Lakhs | Rs.3.45 Lakhs | Rs.3.45 Lakhs | Rs.3.45 Lakhs |
** 1 Ruble = Rs.1 here
*We are giving you an approximate fee and it may change as per the change in currency
* We have not included Medical Insurance + Medical Checkup,Visa Extension,Dactyloscopy etc in the fee structure
Kursk State Medical University
- Founded in: 1935
- Location: Ulitsa Karla Marksa, д.3, Kursk, Kursk Oblast, Russia, 305000
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: NMC, WHO, USMLE etc
- Course duration: 6 years
Far Eastern Federal University
- Founded in: 1899
- Location: Ulitsa Sukhanova, 8, Vladivostok, Primorsky Krai, Russia, 690091
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: MCI, WHO etc
- Course duration: 6 years
Volgograd State Medical University
- Founded in: 1935
- Location: Ploshchad’ Pavshikh Bortsov, д. 1, Volgograd, Volgograd Oblast, Russia, 400131
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: MCI, WHO etc
- Course duration: 6 years
TVER State Medical University
- Founded in: 1936
- Location: Ulitsa Sovetskaya, 4, Tver, Tver Oblast, Russia, 170100
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: MCI, WHO etc
- Course duration: 6 years
Kazan State Medical University
- Founded in: 1814
- Location: Ulitsa Butlerova, 49, Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, 420012
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: MCI, WHO etc
- Course duration: 6 years
Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
- Founded in: 1906
- Location: Ulitsa Ostrovityanova, 1, Moscow, Russia, 117997
- Eligibility for admission: At least 50% aggregate marks in PCB subjects in Class 12th and NEET passing score (50th percentile for general category and 40th percentile for unreserved category)
- Medium of teaching: English (for Indians) and Russian
- Recognition: MCI, WHO etc
- Course duration: 6 years
Explore All Universities
Russia is waiting for you
How do we help you with your admission?
Here’s how you can start your MBBS/MD journey with our assistance and support-
Visit and meet our counselors at our office Cuddalore Road, Near SBI Bank, Virudhachalam 606001
or Apply Online
Step 1 :
Apply for admission by scanning your Passport and School Certificate along with Digital Photo to medwiceconsultants@gmail.com . We will reply you with the information about the university, courses, fee structure and possibility of admission as per your budget or requirement.
Step 2 :
After receiving the acceptance letter or Offer Letter, you have to sign the admission contract for the selected university and proceed with the payment of admission fees.
Step 3 :
We will get you enrolled in the university and apply for study Invitation Letter/E-Visa and provide you with visa support documents from the ministry of foreign affairs to get visa pasted on your passport.
Step 4 :
Buy air ticket and Fly. Inform us about your arrival time, date and Flight number, Our representative will meet you on the airport and shift you to the university or get booked with us on our chartered flights.
Step 5 :
Submit your original educational certificates and passport at our Head Office Tamil Nadu, Necessary steps are taken to complete the admission process and study permit/visa issuance.
Documents Required:
1. Passport Scan (with validity not less than 3 Year)
2. Higher Secondary School Certificate * (12th Mark-sheet).
3. Digital Photo (3×4) with White Background.
4. NEET score card,
* MedWice Team would handle all the process like visa, registration & apostille etc..
Frequently Asked Questions
Until your Visa is Study Visa, you can’t go for any job in Russia. With Study Visa working is not permitted actually.
Nationalized banks in India offer study loans for education abroad. MWEC will help you at every step while applying for it. We would handle every paperwork and documentation between you, bank and University.
Student’s clinics are available. Almost all medical universities are having one. And if you have any medical insurance then you can get your treatment in your city from the government hospital.
We recommend you to take admission in Top Government Medical Universities which are recognized by NMC/MCI, WHO. These recognitions are enough to make you eligible to get a job!
Normally you’re allowed to carry 20-25 kgs of luggage without any charges. After that you have to pay on a Kg basis.
Since from the fourth year, you would start your clinical subjects and it would require to attend the clinics/hospital as part of training and also you would have to interact with the local Russian patients! In this situation it’s visible that knowing the local language would be helpful. That’s why Russian language is being taught to you in MBBS syllabus.
Appropriate clothing and essential stuffs would make you feel comfortable for sure. Learning environment is good in Russia. Lot of Indians are already studying in most of the Universities and education there is of great quality with high exposure and possibilities.
