MBBS 

at Kemerovo SMU, Kemerovo

Kemerovo offers its domestic & international students quality medical courses at affordable costs.

The low cost of education at the university can be credited to the factors listed below:

·      Government Subsidies

·      Lower student costs due to greater number of medical institutions

·      Strong currency exchange rates between INR and the Russian Ruble

·      Financial help to universities by state government

·      Simple admission process with less intermediaries and thus less associated fee

KSMU is considered among the best medical institutions in Russia primarily for offering medical courses in a range of specialisations at affordable costs.

Students are exposed to an enriching learning environment with the university's experienced faculty ever-present to guide them at every step of the educational journey.  

Listed below are some key reasons why KSMU can be a good option for higher studies:

• Affordable cost
• Globally recognised medical programs
• Option to pursue studies in English
• Experienced international faculties
• Access to world class facilities including internet equipped classes & labs
• Student exchange agreements with international universities located in Belgium, Germany & Italy

Yes, the KSMU MBBS programme is globally recognised by prominent institutions such as the World Health Organization (WHO), National Medical Commission of India (NMC) and other bodies. Students wishing to practice in India post study can do so after clearing the country's national medical test (FMGE). 

Kemerovo SMU graduates also have the option to stay & practice in Russia after obtaining the country's medical license.

MBBS is one of the most popular programs at this university among Indian students. Below mentioned are the required documents for Kemerovo State Medical University admissions:

·         Notarized Certificate of Secondary Education

·         Notarized Certificate copy attested by the Ministry of Human Resource Development

·         Notary attested copy of birth certificate

·         Medical certificate with all important lab test results including AIDS test which should be negative

·         Copy of national passport with minimum validity of 9 months

·         12 recent passport-sized photographs in matt paper only

The educational documents should be translated in Russian language before uploading them on the university portal. 

There's not much to seperate between Kemerovo State Medical University and Perm State Medical University, both offer a six year MBBS program, with five years of academics and one year of internships/placements.

Both universities are recognised by global medical bodies such as World Health Organization (WHO), National Medical Commission, and the Health Ministry of the Russian Government. 

However, KSMU Russia offers a more affordable option for MBBS in Russia, with a per year tuition cost: USD 4,500 (INR 3.94 L), while Perm State on the other hand charges an annual cost of USD 5,500 (INR 4.82 L). 

International applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language of instruction for their chosen program, either Russian or English. The MBBS programme offered by this university is offered in English language and the Indian students who are willing to apply need to take IELTS as part of Kemorovo State Medical University application process.

Apart from being recognized by the likes of World Health Organization (WHO), National Medical Commission or Medical Council of India, as it was previously known, and the Russian Ministry of Health, the institute also secured a rank #401-450 for the year 2022, as part of the best emerging universities in Europe and Russia rankings, rolled out by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World. 

While KSMU Russia is not ranked for 2025, by popular university ranking publications, it is still a very popular choice among Indian students thanks to its affordable cost of medical studies.

Offering a wide range of Medical programs available at KSMU, it remains quite popular among Indian students. The Kemerovo State Medical University acceptance rate stands at 36% which suggests that this university follows a difficult admission process. 

To raise one's chance to beg their offer letter form this university, below mentioned are the documents required: 

·         Notarized Certificate of Secondary Education

·         Notarized Certificate copy attested by the Ministry of Human Resource Development

·         Notary attested copy of birth certificate

·         Medical certificate with all important lab test results including AIDS test which should be negative

·         Copy of national passport with minimum validity of 9 months

·         12 recent passport-sized photographs in matt paper only

The entrance exams accepted by the university for admission to its medical courses includes the NEET conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) of India on an annual basis and apart from NEET test scores the university also conducts an entrance test of its own.

The institution doesn't explicitly mention a valid test score, but according to reviews posted by students on Shiksha, passing both exams is a must to be eligible for admission at KSMU.

Kemerovo State Medical University can be considered an ideal place to study for Indian students seeking affordable medical studies. 

The MBBS cost is way lower as compared to some reputed Indian medical institutions, and students are free to come back and practice in India, after the completion of their studies, after a successful clearance of the FMGE exam.

It also allows students to expand their horizons, gaining a good understanding of the European culture, and the standard of medical education in the world. 

Overall, KSMU Russia is certainly a viable option for Indian students seeking medical education abroad.