MBBS Fees in Russia
Studying MBBS in Russia is one of the first choices of Indian students who wish to pursue medical education from abroad. The total MBBS fees in Russia
ranges between INR 14 to 31 Lacs for full course in English medium.
The process of MBBS admission in Russia is straight forward and simple based on rules set by NMC and respective universities of Russia. The total MBBS fees in Russia in Rupees includes the tuition fee, hostel & medical insurance for whole duration of course.
MBBS degree from Russia is recognized worldwide as all medical universities are included in list of WHO (World Health Organization). The eligibility for Indians is 50% marks, NEET qualification & min. 17 years age.
Some of the universities that offer the lowest MBBS fees in Russia for Indian students are as below :
• Izhevsk State Medical Academy
• Omsk State Medical University
• Siberian State Medical University
• Bashkir State Medical University
• Crimea Federal University
• Kazan State Medical University
Course Duration
The course duration in medical universities in Russia is 6 years including internship. This duration has remained the same since decades unlike many neighboring countries. This course duration consists of pre-clinical, para-clinical & clinical classes. The degree given to Indian students in Russia is MD (Physician). It is equivalent to MBBS degree that is awarded by Indian medical colleges.
Recognition
All Russian medical universities are recognized by WHO and is published on WDOMS website. NMC (India) recommends Indians to pursue MBBS course only from universities listed on WDOMS. This makes the medical/MBBS degree from Russia valid in whole world.
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction of MBBS in Russia is English for Indian students. All the classes, tests and exams are conducted in English by qualified Russian teachers. These teachers & professors have vast experience in teaching foreign students.
Classes, Exams & Grading
The classes in all medical universities of Russia are conducted in small groups of 15-20 students. This helps in creating a comfortable atmosphere for Indians where even the weak ones find it easy to ask their doubts. The final exams of all medical subjects in medical universities of Russia are conducted in English. During the remaining time of year, tests of various subjects are conducted on a regular basis (Including Russian language).
Average Cost of Living
The average cost of living in Russia is USD 100-150 per month for Indian students while pursuing MBBS course is far less than most countries in Europe. The average monthly cost of living in Russia includes food expenses, travelling within city and miscellaneous expenses.
* This monthly cost does not include the Indian mess charges which is compulsory in some selected universities of Russia.
Opportunities after MBBS from Russia
Students can appear in NEXT (National Exit Test)/FMGE in India, if they wish to practice in India. They can appear in PG exam of English speaking countries (USMLE/PLAB/NZREX/AMC), if they wish to do post-graduation/work in any of these countries.