Nowadays, Russia is gaining a lot of popularity among international students who want to pursue their MBBS from abroad at low cost. Russia comprises many world-class Government Medical Universities that offer degrees in medicine at a very affordable price with about 30 medical universities in the list of top 100 world’s best medical university. The students who complete their MBBS degree from a medical university of Russia are eligible to apply for a job in any part of the world as universities are NMC and WHO approved.

Let’s look at 7 things to know about MBBS in Russia.

  1. MBBS in Russia V/S MBBS in India 

If not better, MBBS from Russia is definitely equivalent to MBBS from India. Medical universities in Russia are equipped with world-class infrastructure. Professors are well-qualified and experienced. This enhances the quality of education. Some universities have best world rank and degrees from these universities are globally accepted. Opportunities to attend and participate in international seminars and conferences are added advantage. Students get familiar with a community of people belonging to different nationalities which gives them great exposure. The fee structure is more affordable that in most private colleges in India. Living costs is also low as compared to other countries.

  1. Is It Too Expensive to study in Russia?

Russia is preferred destination among Indian students as cost of education is under the budget of many. Russia is less expensive as compared to popular MBBS destinations like USA, Germany and Ukraine too. The currency rate is somewhat similar to Indian currency.

Though different universities have different fee structures, the approximate total expenditure for 6 years is around 22-30 lakhs including tuition fees, hostel and food expenses. Therefore, the cost of studying in Russia is low or nearly equal to that of a private college in India.

  1. Does MBBS in Russia Mean Settling In Russia Forever? 

As discussed above, after completing MBBS from Russia, students can start practicing in India too. Degree from a medical university in Russia doesn’t restrict you there. It is accepted by other countries like the US, Australia, India, Ukraine and other European countries for higher education if it is obtained from recognized university and you are eligible as per their criteria.

Indian students should always check if the college they are applying for is recognized by the NMC of India or such bodies of other countries.  Regardless of your choice of where to settle always keep future alternatives open.

  1. After MBBS in Russia will I Be Able To Practice In India?

Once Indian students complete their medical degree from Russia, they can attempt the FMGE exam which will be NEXT exam soon. This is the Indian licensure exam conducted by National Medical Commission (NMC).  A lot of Indian students studying MBBS in Russia have availability of regular coaching for screening test like FMGE, USMLE etc. in many universities.

However, not all universities of Russia are acknowledged in India and degree from such universities is not valid so, students should know the details of the university they are applying for.

  1. Am I Eligible? 

To be able to study MBBS in Russia, a student has to be eligible for both a course and visa. Criteria and requirements for both are different. One is set by the university and other by the Russian government.

The criteria for admission to MBBS in Russia is students must be minimum 17 years old, passed 12th with 50% marks and subjects Physics, chemistry, and Biology from recognized board of India. To practice in India, students must have qualified NEET UG exam.

  1. The Admission Process.

Admission to a medical university in Russia is a simple procedure with minimum efforts.

Here are the steps for the admission procedure.

  1. Decide the university according to your budget and apply for it with required documents. If selected for the university, you will receive an admission letter.
  2. Submit the required documents for confirmation of admission.
  3. Upon verification of the documents submitted, you will receive an invitation letter.
  4. Your admission is ensured after invitation letter. You can move to Russia for study but for that, visa is necessary. Apply for visa with the universities invitation letter.

  1. Courses Offered in the university

Russia offers a variety of courses and specifications in medical field.  The most common courses pursued are General Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Dentistry and Surgery. After completing their MBBS in Russia, students are awarded the degree as “MD Physician” which is equivalent to the MBBS in India.

Conclusion:

The number of students who apply for a NEET UG exam is a lot more than the seats available in a few government colleges in India. Rest of the students is left with no alternative than to take admission in a private college which are more expensive.

NMC approved colleges of foreign countries like Russia, Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine are tough competitors with such private colleges. Russia is affordable, competent and globally recognized for medical education. Thus, making it a preferred destination for MBBS abroad in 2022.

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