INTRODUCTION

Russia has been a popular destination for international students seeking MBBS since the days of the Soviet Union. Russia is proud to occupy nearly 30 positions in the top 100 medical colleges ranked by the World Health Organization's (WHO) “Directory of World Medical Schools”. Students at the Russian Medical University are currently working in the best hospitals in the world. MBBS from Russia is a preferred choice for international students because of the highly subsidized fee by the Russian Ministry of Health & Education as compared to other western countries. This quality of education and low cost is one of the main reasons MBBS chooses the best Russian medical college. There are almost 89 medical universities in Russia. The student-teacher ratio is 7: 1 in all Russian medical schools. About 12 of these universities offer MBBS in English Medium.

WHY RUSSIA

Studying medicine in Russia is very easy for ordinary students, as students from all over the world can directly attend MBBS without an entrance exam. MBBS fees in Russia are very low because the Russian government subsidizes education. The average price of MBBS in Russia is between 2.5 and 5 lacs per year. All Russian medical schools are listed on WHO and NMC, so students with a Russian MBBS degree can do internships anywhere in the world, including India. Students from all over the world come to Russia to study MBBS, and all medical schools offer quality medical education and practical knowledge. Students have access to a well-equipped university residence serving fresh, quality meals. MBBS students can also receive scholarships if they meet the scholarship criteria. All MBBS students in Russia have health insurance on all courses and receive full medical care as needed. Students are trained in NMC screening tests at the School of Medicine, and faculty members are familiar with NMC screening tests. Medical classes are taught in English and Russian, and MBBS students are trained to learn Russian. By learning Russian, students can communicate with patients in the hospital during surgery.

LANGUAGE
Medical education is conducted in English at some universities, but the majority of the Russian population does not speak English. So, you should learn Russian.

COST
One of the main factors that make MBBS study popular in Russia among Indians is the cost of medical education. Russia offers you good, low-cost medical education. Unlike private medical schools in India, students can attend MBBS in Russia for only 2.5-3 Lacs per year, which is an excellent return on investment.

AFFORDABLE COST OF LIVING
As an Indian student or parent, you are always worried about college accommodation and restaurants. Living in Russia is very affordable for Indian students and never weighs much in your pocket. Their currency in the ruble is similar to the Indian rupee.
1 Russian Ruble equals 1.00 Indian Rupee

WEATHER
In general, Russia's climate can be described as a continental influenced climate, with hot and dry summers, (very) cold winters with temperatures below -30 ° C and sometimes heavy snowfall. Winters are generally dry, with snow covering the ground from late October to mid-March.

 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• The student shall complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission.
• The candidate must secure 50% marks in their 12th standard from science stream (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) in CBSE / ISC or any other Equivalent Board of Examination.
• Qualifying NEET examination is mandatory for studying MBBS abroad.

 

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• Original valid passport with a minimum validity of 01 years.
• Last Qualification details with passing certificate or Mark sheet copy which shows school name and addresses with contact no.
• Invitation Letter (require a color printout of invitation)
• HIV test report with (Passport no., DOB, Stamp & signature)
• Two Photographs

 

BENIFITS OF MBBS IN RUSSIA

• Globally recognized degrees
• Feasible Cost for Education
• Affordable Cost of Living
• Medical Insurance
• Advanced learning techniques
• Skilled & Profession Faculty
• Student-Teacher Ratio
• English as the medium of instruction
• Good Practical Exposure
• No Racism & Religious Issues

 

RECOGNITION OF RUSSIAN MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES

• National Medical Commission (NMC)
• Medical Council of Canada (MCC)
• Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russiabr
• World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
• Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER)
• Medical Licensing Examinations
• The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)

 

COLLEGES AND TUITION FEES

NAME OF THE UNIVERSITIES FEES (APPROX)/YEAR
Chuvash State Medical University 3950 USD
Saratov State Medical University 4400 USD
Voronezh State Medical University 6900 USD
I.M Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University 13500 USD
Bashkir State Medical University 4200 USD
South Ural State Medical University 3300 USD
OMSK State Medical University 3500 USD
Volgograd State Medical University 5900 USD
Far Eastern Federal University 4650 USD
Medical Institute of MEPhI, Moscow Campus 5000 USD
Medical Institute of MEPhI, Obnisk Campus 4400 USD
Kazan State Medical University 5760 USD
Kursk State Medical University 6200 USD
Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University 4400 USD
Crimea Federal University 4600 USD
Stavropol State Medical University 6300 USD
Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University 9300 USD
People’s Friendship University of Russia 9500 USD