Kazan Federal (Volga) University
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Kazan Federal University: Rankings, Popular Courses, Fees

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#666 in World

#8 in Russia

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Kazan Federal University
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  • The application for Kazan Federal University for the next season may start from Apr 1, 2026
  • Kazan Federal Uni tops the national ranking of the IT Universities among the non-capital city institutions. Digital Economy has published its 2025 rankings. KFU is applauded for its IT specializations including Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Bio-informatics. 

About Kazan Federal (Volga) University

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Year of establishment
1804
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KFU
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Total foreign students
9700
No. of campus
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Q:   What is the acceptance rate of Kazan Federal University?
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The acceptance rate of Kazan Federal University is between 30% and 50% indicating that this is a selective university so to take admission to this university the applicants must have an exceptional academic record and the general requirements are having passed Class 12 for admission to UG programs while a Bachelor's degree is required for admission to PG courses. Additionally students must also meet the English language requirements.

Q:   Is Kazan Federal University a public or private university?
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Kazan Federal University is a public research university located in Russia. This university ranks at #450 position in 2026 in one the world-rankings. It is one of the oldest universities in Russia. The university's participation in the Project 5-100 designates the university's determination to reach the highest levels of education global rankings. Over 52,000 students are enrolled at this university in all of the programs. About 11,500 students are international at the university.

Q:   Why study at Kazan Federal University?
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Kazan Federal University has always been a type of bridge between East and West. Studying at this university would make a difference as it offers high-quality education and outstanding research in various fields. Highly acclaimed postgraduate and undergraduate education is offered by 3,000 professors. In the past few years, this university has developed a robust scientific infrastructure, including 17 globally competitive Research Centers of Excellence.

Q:   What is the language of instruction at Kazan Federal University?
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The majority of the courses at Kazan Federal University Russia are offered in Russian language. Also, note that there many courses that are offered in English language. The programs that are taught in English are: 

  • General Medicine

  • Dentistry

  • Management Economics International Business

  • Software Engineering

  • Petroleum Engineering (Master's degree)

  • Law  (Master's degree)

  • Management  (Master's degree)

  • A few of the PhD programs

Kazan Federal (Volga) University Ranking 2026

#666

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#8

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Q:   Where do the subjects of KFU rank in 2025?
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A few of the KFU subjects' rankings are given below:

  • Petroleum Engineering: #35
  • Linguistics: #151-200
  • Natural Sciences: #297
  • Arts and Humanities: #345
  • Engineering and Technology: #386

 

Q:   What is Kazan Federal University ranked in the world?
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In 2026 Kazan Federal University ranking in the QS rankings is #450 but in 2025 it is placed at #401 which shows that the university's ranking declined in the 2026 rankings meanwhile as per Times Higher Education (THE) rankings this university ranks at #801-1000 in 2026. In the U.S. News World University rankings, Kazan Fderal Uni ranks at #1105 in 2025

Q:   What is Kazan Federal ranked in the QS?
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As per QS rankings KFU ranking is #450 in 2026 and this university ranks at #401 in 2025 so the university's rank has declined in the QS rankings but it has still maintained to rank in the Top 500 Universities worldwide. Furthermore this university has been rated 5+ overall in QS stars evaluation system and this university ranks Globally among Top 100 for Engineering - Petroleum, Top 100 for Education, and Top 200 for Linguistics. 

Q:   What is the rank of Kazan Federal University?
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Kazan Federal University QS rankings 2026 is #450. In the QS rankings, Kazan Federal Uni ranks among the Top 500 Universities worldwide. In the 2026 rankings by Times Higher Ecuation, this university ranks at #801-1000

Kazan Federal University Admissions

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    Q:   Is there any entrance exams for Kazan Federal University?
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    For Kazan Federal Uni admissions, the students are required to pass internal entrance examinations. Indian students can take the entrance exam only once. For Medicine course this exam has to be taken on site at Kazan also the applications for this university are accepted online. 

    Q:   How can I apply to Kazan Federal University?
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    Indian students can apply to Kazan Fderal Uni through the university's application system. An entrance exam has to be given too by the students. The documents that the students have to submit to study to Kazan Federal are-

    • Passport copy
    • Previous studies transcripts
    • Copy of Russian visa (if applicable)
    • Photograph of students
    Q:   Do I need to submit any language certificate for admission to Kazan Federal University?
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    Students are not required to provide a language certificate to study at Kazan Federal Uni. While enrolling in an English or Russian course of this university, the language skills of the students are evident in entrance exams held by Kazan Federal Uni. 







    Kazan Federal University
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    • 0% students never faced discrimination in this university
    Vibe of Campus
    Multi-dimensional
    Fun loving
    Sporty
    Stressful
    Internships3
    Part time work4
    Post study jobs3
    Quality of faculty3.5
    Student Life4
    Value for money4
    Public transportation4.5
    Safety4.5
    Indian Food3
    Permanent Immigration3.5
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    MBBS - Batch of 2026
    4.9
    High ranked university with best faculty. Best hostel campus with best facilities.
    Tips: The people of Kazan are very good and helpful in every way. The city has good transportation, including metro, bus, and tram service. However, you will need to learn some Russian as most people in the markets and local areas speak Russian. Also, be prepared to do some of your own cooking as you will not find many places that serve Indian food. I am very satisfied with my university and the beautiful city of Kazan.
    Likes (Indian Food): In the city, all types of cuisine are available, including Indian, Italian, Russian, American, and European. We mostly do self-cooking, as we are provided with good kitchen facilities in our hostel. We can get all the groceries we need easily around our campus and at good prices.
    Dislikes (Part time work): There are mostly food/grocery deliveries part-time in the Yandex market and students can work part-time in a pizza outlet / Burger King / KFC in their free time and during vacation time. Mostly we don't feel the burden of studying during our semester and we can manage the time easily for study and work.
    Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 7000
    Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
    Expected Annual SalaryRUB 70000
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    Kazan Federal (Volga) University Fees

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    Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
    MBBS(1 course)
    Duration6 years
    Exam AcceptedIELTS, TOEFL
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    Q:   How much does Kazan University cost?
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    For 2025-26 Kazan Federal University MBA fees is around INR 6.6 lakh. The living cost will vary as per the housing type. But per month, the housing cost for foreign students is:

    • Old Dorms: RUB 670 - RUB 1,250
    • Apartments: RUB 730 - RUB 1,250

     

    Q:   What is the cost of living at KFU?
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    While studying at KFU students can live in the dorms of the students campus in the residential buildings of the Universiade Village in apartments and in hostels.

    • The Old Dorms has comfortable accommodation of 4 people in the room with sports fields and shops and pharmacies are also there within walking distance.
    • Universiade Village is one of the largest student campuses in Russiaa and on the territory of Universiade Village there are sports grounds, a supermarket, a canteen, a post office and the student clinic is within walking distance

    Price Range

    • Old dorms: RUB 670-RUB 1,250 per month
    • Universiade Village: RUB 730 – RUB 1,250 per month
    Q:   What is the fees of Kazan Federal University?
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    One of the popular courses of Kazan Federal Uni is MBBS course among Indian students. The tuition fees for the MBBS course is around INR 6 years. The first-year tuition fees for the UG and PG courses of Kazan Federal Uni are given below. 

    ParticularsFees (RUB)
    Dentistry RUB 594,000
    International Business (Bachelor's)RUB 360,000
    Software Engineering (Bachelor's + Master's)RUB 344,952
    Petroleum Engineering (Master's)RUB 528,000
    Geology (Master's)RUB 462,000
    Strategic Management (Master's)RUB 411,624

     







    Kazan Federal University Notable Alumni

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    Q:   Which famous celebrities have studied at Kazan Federal University?
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    The famous personalities who have studied at Kazan Federa Uni are-

    • Oleg Morozov (Politician)
    • Irina Volynets (Journalist)
    • Sergei Aksakov (Writer)
    • Leo Tolstory (Writer)
    • Oleg Saitov (Former Olympic boxer)

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    Q:   Does Kazan Federal University offer on-campus housing?
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    Yes KFU offers on campus housing for international students and students can live in dorms / student residences but the price varies depending on where students stay.

    • Old dorms- RUB 670-RUB 1,250 per month
    • Universiade Village- RUB 730 – RUB 1,250 per month

    Students can also choose to live off campus and the rented apartments have furniture and basic household appliances. The current price range for one room or two room apartments is around INR 16k – INR 22k. Listed of hostels near the university are: STEREO Hostel; Hostel Gart; Hotel Pushkin, Wings Hostel, etc.

    Q:   How is the student life at KFU?
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    At Kazan Federal Uni, Indian students can take part in the student organizations. A few of the student organizations are KFU Union of Students and Postgraduates, the Association of International Students, International Friendships Club, etc. The location where KFU is located could be of great significance as it is in the center of the Kazan city

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    Kursk State Medical University and Kazan Federal University are both well known universities, especially in MBBS program. Both the universities offer a 6-year course duration with not much difference in their fee structure. A Comparison between the two universities based on the MBBS course offered b

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    For English taught courses Kazan Federal University tuition fees for Indian students for one year is between around INR 2 L - INR 6 L) and the tuition fees vary as per the courses. For General Medicine course the tuition fee for a year is RUB 540,000 also note these facts are as per 2024-25 academic

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    The priority areas at Kazan Federal University are: 

    • Biomedical and Pharmaceutics

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    The duration of Kazan Federal University Management in English (Higher School of Business) is 2 years. This course is taught in English language only. The main purpose of this course is to train Master's degree graduates with professional things in the field of Management. Some of the major courses

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    The applicants at Kazan Federal University can take the entrance exams once at the Bachelor's and Master's level. To pass the online exams, students are required to have a stable connection, webcam, and a microphone. These entrance exams can only be taken as per KFU set schedule for entrance exams.

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