Overview
Russia is one of the most popular destinations for Indian students pursuing an MBBS degree due to the high quality of education and affordable fee structures. All of the universities in our Russia listings on the Universities page are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and are compliant with the National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines — confirm every institution on official WHO/NMC and university sources before you apply.
Here is how we group top medical universities in Russia — by popularity and region — on that Universities page (anchor: Russia).
Universities
The same grouped listings appear on the Universities page for easy scanning across countries. Confirm names, fees, and intake rules on each institution’s official site and with regulators.
1. Most Popular for International Students
These universities have a long history of training Indian students and offer a 100% English medium curriculum.
Petrozavodsk State University (PSU)
Located near the Finnish border, it is known for its European-standard campus and strong clinical base.
Altai State Medical University (ASMU)
Based in Barnaul, this is a highly respected government university with very affordable living costs.
Kazan Federal University (KFU)
One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Russia, located in the sports capital of the country.
Bashkir State Medical University
Located in Ufa, it is a leading center for medical and pharmaceutical sciences in the Russian Federation.
2. High-Ranking Federal Universities
These institutions often receive more government funding and have state-of-the-art research facilities.
I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University
The oldest and most prestigious medical school in Russia.
Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University (RNRMU)
A leading research center located in Moscow.
Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU)
Located in Vladivostok, it features one of the most modern medical centers in the country.
Crimean Federal University
Located in Simferopol, it has a very large Indian student community.
3. Renowned Regional State Universities
These universities offer a great balance between high-quality clinical exposure and lower tuition fees.
Orenburg State Medical University
Known for having a high FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) passing rate among Indian students.
Mari State University
Located in Yoshkar-Ola, it provides excellent hostel facilities and modern infrastructure.
Perm State Medical University
One of the top-ranked medical universities in the Ural region.
Kursk State Medical University
Was the first university in Russia to offer a full English-medium medical program.
4. Specialized Research & Regional Centers
Volgograd State Medical University
Highly famous for its dentistry and general medicine programs.
Smolensk State Medical University
A popular choice for students due to its proximity to Moscow.
Tver State Medical University
Historically one of the first choices for international students in Russia.
Key Requirements for Admission (NMC 2021 Gazette)
When choosing a university, ensure they meet these three criteria required to practice in India later:
- Course duration: Minimum 54 months of study + 12 months of internship in the same hospital.
- Medium of instruction: Must be 100% English for the entire duration.
- Registration: The degree must allow you to register as a medical practitioner in Russia.