More than 12,000 students are currently studying medicine in Russia. In order to study medicine abroad and be eligible to practice in India after completing MBBS in Russia, the National Medical Commission (NMC) announced four rules in 2022 concerning course requirements:
In light of recent rule changes, 4-year medical degrees from countries such as the Philippines are no longer recognized in India. Furthermore, MBBS programs in Kazakhstan mandate a minimum of 2 years of internship, for which students must pay more, and the internship is subject to availability for international students.
Regrettably, many students fall prey to dishonest agents who conceal vital information and send them to these countries. Therefore, one must be very cautious in selecting the right MBBS Abroad agent.
The combination of altered regulations—resulting in diminished student flow to the Philippines and Kazakhstan—and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine has significantly narrowed the range of options for prospective students. Consequently, the number of students opting to pursue MBBS in Russia has increased.
The following options would help you decide the universities in Russia.
Typically, the primary reason for choosing a university in Russia for a medical course is its proximity to Moscow. Accordingly, the first choice for the students becomes expensive universities located within Moscow or more affordable institutions in neighboring cities like Oryol.
| University | Fees (RUB)* | Course in | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oryol Medical University | 260,000 | English | Value for Money!! |
| Bashkir State Medical Univ | 294,000 | English | Away from Moscow |
| Kazan State Medical Univ | 416,000 | English | High quality |
| Crimean Federal University | 300,000 | English | Highest FMGE pass |
| Pirogov NRM Univ | 500,000 | Bi-lingual | Top in Moscow |
| Astrakhan Medical Univ | 180,000 | English | For low budget |
| Mordovia State Medical Univ | 260,000 | English | Great Choice |
| Orenberg Medical University | $ 3,200 | Bi-lingual | Many scams |
| Perm Medical University | 270,000 | Bi-lingual | Low FMGE Passing |
| Mari University | $4,000 | Bi-lingual | Just 7 years old |
* The fees mentioned above are in Rubles based on 2022-23. Updated fees will be published on 1st June.
Students may encounter various challenges while pursuing MBBS in Russia. Therefore, it is essential to exercise caution and consider the following factors:
When planning to study MBBS in Russia, ensure that you sign a two-party agreement directly with the university, rather than a three-party agreement involving a contractor. Some Indian students may be given misleading packages by small-time MBBS Abroad agents with incorrect tuition fees, causing them to pay a higher amount while the contractor profits from their parents' hard-earned money. To avoid this, students should obtain written confirmation from their overseas education consultant that "the tuition fees will be paid directly to the University and not the contractor, under a two-party agreement system between the Student and the University.”
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Exercise caution when approached by a student encouraging you to join the university where they are presently enrolled. These students may have become study abroad agents themselves (often because they were misled when they joined a low-quality institution) and could appear friendly at first. However, once you arrive at the university, you may discover their true intentions for persuading you to choose their institution.
The first crucial decision you need to make is to ensure that you select a career planner, not just an agent offering admission services. You might be inclined to visit the nearest overseas education center or study abroad consultant, but are they the best choice? Here are seven essential questions to ask the consultant before finalizing your decision:
After evaluating the credibility, reliability, and trustworthiness of the study abroad company, you can proceed to choose your preferred university to study MBBS in Russia.
Russian universities offer three distinct types of medical courses:
When selecting a university, make sure you choose an English-taught program. Be cautious of small overseas education agents who might steer you towards MBBS programs in Russian language, as this may be more profitable for them. Do not jeopardize your medical career by making an uninformed decision.
When you choose to study medicine abroad, you must understand the real problems faced by students is not admission. The problem is to qualify in FMGE, the licensing exam required to practise Medicine in India. From 2024 onwards, all students (studying in India or abroad) would have to appear for NExT. It is important to prepare for the exam right from the 1st year. The same exam also serves as an entrance for PG seats.
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