MBBS in Russia

MBBS in Russia

MBBS in Russia is one of the most popular destinations for Indian students. Between 2015-18, more than 11,000 Indian students appeared for FMGE after studying from Russian medical universities. This makes it the 2nd most popular country for MBBS in abroad.

Studying MBBS in Russia is one of the best options for Indian students. However, just like in any other country, there are good, average and bad medical universities in Russia. 

Here are some facts about studying MBBS in Russia for Indian students:

What to keep in mind while searching for the right Russian medical university ?

One thing to keep in mind is that in many Russian medical universities, the medium of instruction is not English for all the 6 years. This is called the bilingual pattern. You should avoid such colleges and choose only those universities which teach in English medium for the entire 6 years.

Also, many agents have made fake websites of various universities. The real or official websites will have ‘.edu’ or ‘.edu.ru’ in their URL.

Value of Russian MBBS Degree in India

The degree awarded on the completion of MBBS in Russia is MD Physician which is equivalent to MBBS in India.

There are 50+ MCI recognised medical universities in Russia. After graduating from one such MCI recognised university, you can appear for the licensing exam or NEXT in India for getting the license here. If the university is WHO recognised then you will get the chance to appear for exams such as USMLE for PG in the US.

MUST KNOW Information – National Exit Test (NEXT)

Before we know about MBBS abroad, we must know about FMGE and NEXT.

Before –

Earlier, the students who used to study MBBS from abroad were required to give a licensing exam whereas the students studying in India were not required to appear for any such exam. This licensing exam for foreign medical graduates was called the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination). It was also known as the MCI Screening Test. Only students who have studied from the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada were exempted.

“Candidate seeking provisional or permanent registration shall not have to qualify the licensing exam if he/she holds an Under Graduate medical qualification from Australia/Canada/New Zealand/United Kingdom/United States of America and the holder thereof has also been awarded a Post Graduate medical qualification in Australia/Canada/New Zealand/ United Kingdom/United States of America and has been recognized for enrollment as a medical practitioner in that country.”

– FMGE 2019 information bulletin.

Now –

 In 2019, the FMGE was replaced by the National Exit Test. NEXT will be a common licensing exam for students who study in abroad and also in India.

Indian students who study in India will also have to give licensing exam now. The same exam will be given by the Indian students who do their MBBS from abroad. The NEXT exam is expected to start in 2022. Even if there is a 1-2 year delay, those who are taking MBBS admission from 2020 onwards in India or abroad will be appearing for NEXT in the future.

NEXT will also replace NEET-PG. This means that you will get a license and a chance to get a PG seat in India on the basis of your performance in the NEXT exam.

MBBS in Russia -Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students 

The following is the MBBS in Russia eligibility criteria for Indian students who wish do MBBS study in Russia:

Entrance Exam in India  :There are no entrance examinations in India like IELTS/SAT, etc. NEET qualification is a must for Indian students.    

Age  :The student must be at least 17 years old as on 31st December of the year in which the admission is being taken.    

Board :The candidate must have completed class 12th from a regular and recognised board.    

Marks for General Category students : The student must have an aggregate of at least 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject.    

Marks for Other Category students :The candidate must have an aggregate of at least 40% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject.    

NEET: You need to qualify NEET exam for admission in any of the MCI approved medical universities of Ukraine. NEET result is valid for 3 years for MBBS abroad from 2018 onwards.    

Passport :The student must hold a valid passport.  

Please note that the universities might also have their own criteria for MBBS admission. The eligibility criteria stated above is the minimum requirement. Some universities will ask for a higher percentage of marks in class 12th board examination and some might ask for certain marks in NEET. Eligibility criteria might be different for different universities.

Get in touch with J S Global for a quick answer to your queries. We will help you with the entire admission process.

Is NEET required for MBBS in Russia ?

Yes, qualifying NEET is required for studying MBBS in Russia. It is not possible to get admission in MBBS course in Russia without qualifying NEET. NEET qualification is a must for admission letter from any university in Russia.

The good thing is that the NEET result is valid for a period of 3 years to study MBBS in abroad from 2018 onwards.

As per MCI rules, you will not be allowed to appear for the screening test if you get admission in any medical college in abroad without qualifying NEET. Subsequently, you will not be able to acquire the license to practice in India.

MBBS in Russia Duration

The duration of MBBS education in Russian medical colleges is 6 years. Earlier, the students had  to undergo a preparatory course of 1 year where they were taught the Russian language. Then they used to study the 6-year medical course.

Now, many universities in Russia teach in English medium for the complete 6 years. You will still be taught the local language as it will be required during hospital visits. It will also help you in day to day activities. After completing the 6-year MBBS course from Russia, you can come back to India and sit for the licensing exam – NEXT.

Medium of Instruction

There are 50+ MCI recognised medical universities in Russia. Many universities teach the first few years in English and then change to the Russian language. You should avoid bilingual universities.

Now there are a lot of Russian universities  which will teach the entire course in English medium. Some of the top medical universities which teach in the Russian language are Mordovia State University & Ulyanovsk State University.

It is compulsory to learn the local language which is Russian even for the universities which teach in English medium for full 6 years.The language course is a part of the syllabus itself. There is no extra charge for language training. It will be required for interaction with the patients during hospital visits and internship. Learning the local language will also help you in day-to-day interaction with the locals.

Academic Session

The academic session or academic year for MBBS in Russia starts in the month of September-October and follows the semester system, just as it is followed in India.

The first semester starts in September and continues until January.

The second semester starts in February and continues until June.

The month of January and June constitutes the odd and even semester examination respectively.

Admission is on a first-come-first-served basis.

The best time to apply is right after getting NEET result.

This will allow in the admission process to be carried out smoothly.

For MBBS admission in Russia , call on 8209244774.

Note: Due to COVID-19, the session in Russian universities is expected to start on a later date. There is no confirmation yet from the Russian government regarding this.

Documents required for Medical Admission in Russia

You will be required to forward scanned copies of the following documents to J S Global for getting the admission and visa from a university in Russia:

10th mark sheet

12th mark sheet

NEET result

Passport

Passport size photograph

HIV Elisa Report

Application form (duly filled)

Initially, we only require scanned copies of the documents for getting the admission letter. Once we get the admission letter, we need to apply for your visa. We will apply and get your visa from the Embassy. JS Global will apply for your visa once you submit the required documents and fees with us.

How do I pay MBBS fee?

For studying MBBS in Russia, you have to finance your education by paying from your pocket or by taking an education loan from a bank in India. Some universities offer scholarship on the basis of performance in the semester exams. However, it will be given to only 1 in 100 students. The best way is to plan as if you have to bear all the expenses.

You don’t have to pay the entire MBBS fees at once. The tuition fees can be paid yearly or semester wise. Hostel fee can be paid yearly and mess fee can be paid monthly. This means that you can pay the MBBS fees easily and in installments. You don’t have to pay any donation for admission to any university or college in Russia.

Please note that you should always pay the MBBS fees only to the university and not to the agents in India.

 Education loan for MBBS in Russia

You can get an education loan for studying MBBS in Russia.For an education loan for MBBS in Russia, you should first apply with a Government Bank or a PSU bank –

Bank of Baroda

State Bank of India

Allahabad Bank

State Bank of Mysore

Tip: The first bank you should approach for an education loan is the one where you already have an existing account.

You will have to apply with a bank which is located near your house. You cannot apply for an education loan from a bank in the country where the college is located. You will get a loan where you have a house/address proof.

MCI Approved Medical Colleges in Russia

There are more than 50 MCI approved medical colleges in Russia. It is important to take admission in one of these colleges only if you are an Indian student. You will be allowed to sit for the screening test in India only if you take admission in one the the MCI approved medical colleges in Russia.

List of MCI Approved Medical Universities/Institutes 

MCI Ranking of Medical Colleges in Russia

You can check the MCI Screening Test passing percentage from different universities in Russia between 2012-18. This will give you an idea of the best performing Russian medical universities. You will also be able to check the FMGE or MCI passing percentage from every college in every country.

Is Russia safe for Indian students?

Yes, Russia is a safe country for travelers and international students. More than 10,000 Indian students currently study medicine in Russia. The students are sent in groups when they travel to Russia for the first time. When the students reach Russia, they are provided with airport pickup facility and transport facility. The students are taken directly to the hostels and provided accommodation. Hostels provided by the universities of Russia are safe and secure. There are hostel wardens and outsiders cannot enter the hostel. There is CCTV facility and security is there in the hostels in Russia.

Russians are generally very welcoming towards Indians. Russia and India have always been close allies and the relationship between the two countries have been excellent in recent times.Also, there is an Indian Embassy in Moscow, Russia. The Embassy also provides the required support to all the Indian nationals and students who are in Russia.

Overall, Russia is a very safe country for Indian students.

Entrance Exam conducted by Universities in Russia

Each medical university in Russia conducts an entrance exam as part of the admission process. This exam takes place in Russia only once the student has reached the university. In most of the universities, this exam is just a formality and students do not fail.The exam mainly consists of 3 subjects – Chemistry, Biology and English.

However, in some universities, such as Kazan Federal University, many students were denied admission on the basis of their performance in the entrance exam. The exam mainly consists of 3 subjects – Chemistry, Biology and English.

Indian Embassy in Moscow, Russia

Indian nationals and students in Russia are provided with support by the Indian Embassy which is located in Moscow. The Indian Embassy in Moscow has been instrumental in coordinating with the Indian government regarding the evacuation of Indian students from Russia. Having an Indian Embassy in the country where you are going to is an advantage. The Embassy will and has always helped the students who needed any help.

Though, having an Embassy won’t be a deciding factor for students to choose a country or college. Almost every popular MBBS abroad destination has an Indian Embassy except for Georgia.

Option After completing MBBS in Russia

MBBS in Russia is a great career choice as it gives many options to students graduating from these universities.

After completing MBBS in Russia, a student will have the following options:

Come to India: The most taken option is to come back to India and appear for NEXT. Prepare for this exam, clear this exam and get the registration number from the Medical Council of India for medical practice in India.

Stay in Europe: After completing your degree from a medical university in Russia, you can explore the opportunities in Russia itself and go for PG also, and settle in Russia. You can also look for work in EU countries or the country of your choice. There will be exams which you will need to clear.

Medical PG and Settle Abroad: While studying, you can apply for USMLE Step 1 in case you want to settle down or practice in the United States. USMLE has 3 steps and those who clear all the 3 steps and get Permanent Registration from the medical council of the USA can practice there. PLAB, which is the licensing exam of the UK is another popular choice of students. Students can also go for PG in Australia, Canada, New Zealand.

Advantages of MBBS in Russia for Indian Students

There are many benefits of choosing to study MBBS in Russia for Indian students:

>There is no donation or capitation fees.

> You will get to know about different cultures as Russian universities are filled with international students.

>The degree is recognised by MCI. Thus, students can appear for NEXT after graduating from Russia.

> Most of the universities are included in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

>You can appear for exams such as USMLE and PLAB.

>The tuition fee for Indian students is low and affordable the average Indian family.

>There is an existing and large base of Indian students in many universities. You will find students from every India state studying in Russia.

> Indian Embassy is present in Moscow, Russia which provides support to any student in need.

> FMGE/NEXT coaching is available in most of the popular universities. Indian teachers go to Russian universities from time to time.

>As there are many Indian students, most of the universities also have an Indian mess which serves Indian food.

> Hostel facility is provided by the universities to all of its international students.

> Russians are very welcoming towards Indians. India and Russia have been close allies for a long time.

> Getting a visa is easy and there is no visa interview. Also, you don’t need to freeze any money in your accounts for getting a visa.

> India and Russia and well connected with daily and direct flights.

>The students get to experience a different culture and live in a European country. All this contributes to the personality development of the students.

> Class size is low for international students which helps students to focus more. This is no overcrowding.

>As the Indian Rupee and Russian Ruble is almost equal in value, the living cost is similar to that of India.

MBBS in Russia – Hostel

Hostel facility is provided to the students in most universities who wish to study MBBS in Russia. The students who wish to study in Mordovia State University or Ulyanovsk State University will be provided with the best hostel facility. The hostel facility in Russian medical universities are amongst the most comfortable and best in the world.

The hostel rooms will have all the facilities like beds, almirah, table, chairs, central heating system, etc. Also, an Indian representative will be available 24×7 to the students in both these universities. Indian mess facility is available to the students and also, kitchen facility is there for the students. The students who wish to cook food for themselves can do so. Hostel rooms will be on sharing basis.

Indian Food in Russia

Many medical universities in Russia where the number of Indian students is high has an Indian mess. The Indian mess is separate from the canteen located inside the university’s campus. Generally, Indian mess facility is located inside the hostel where Indian students stay. Most universities have Indian Mess.

A lot of students prefer cooking food for themselves. They can do so as the kitchen facility is also provided inside hostels. Food from the Indian mess generally costs around USD 120 per month. This is roughly around  Rs 8,000 per month.

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