MBBS Courses at Smolensk State Medical University

Smolensk, Smolensk, Russia

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Smolensk State Medical University MBBS Highlights 2026

There are MBBS course offered at Smolensk State Medical University for a duration of 6 years that are available for Indian students. This program is extremely beneficial for students who wish to excel in leadership qualities, with excellent academic and professional opportunities and extracurricular merit. The first-year tuition fees that must be paid for Smolensk State Medical University MBBS is RUB 3,68,469. Along with the first-year tuition fees, international students plan to cover other expenses as well like housing, food, transportation and more.

Smolensk State Medical University MBBS Admission Requirements and Eligibility

Students need to adhere to certain guidelines and fulfil basic eligibility requirements of the university to be able to enroll in the MBBS program. The Smolensk State Medical University admission process requires the submission of documents and scores in qualifying exams. Here is the list of exams required:

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Q: Is MBBS in Russia better than in India?

For students who are looking for clinical exposure and direct licensing in the home country, an MBBS in India can be the right choice, whereas Russia is a highly popular, NMC-approved option for students who are seeking a globally recognised MBBS degree. An MBBS in Russia (₹15 Lakhs–₹30 Lakhs (incl. hostel) can cost less than that of private Medical colleges in India (₹60 Lakhs–₹1.5 Crore). For students who wish to pursue MBBS in Russia, they will get an MD (Physician) degree, which can allow them to practice medicine worldwide, not just locally.

Q: Is an MBBS from Russia valid in India?

Yes, for all the universities recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC), such as Orenburg State Medical University's MBBS degree, can be practiced in India. To practice legally in India, the graduates from Russian Universities must give NEET-UG before joining and clear the FMGE (or NExT) licensing exam. All the degrees from unrecognized or unlisted institutions will not be accepted for registration or practice in India. Do check the NMC recognition as it can change with time.

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Fee components	Amount (for 6 years)
Tuition	INR 3.68 L
Hostel	INR 50.32 K
Transportation	INR 670
Total fee	INR 4.19 L

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Smolensk State Medical University	INR 4.19 L	-/-
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Part time work1.9

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Quality of faculty3.8

Student Life3.8

Value for money3.6

Public transportation4.2

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Indian Food3.3

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MBBS - Batch of 2029

3.8

Good option for MBBS abroad.

Tips: Smolensk State Medical University is a pretty serious college to study, so I had to get serious and put in some serious study time. If you're thinking about applying here, do not slack off, or you might not graduate. The teachers are okay, but you have to be prepared to put in time and do your own research. Self-study is a must to have a clear understanding of the concepts. Besides, it is very cold in winter. The classes start at 8 a.m. and we can easily use the public transportation. It is very convenient, affordable and accessible. People are very friendly as well and will help you in case you need any help. Overall, I am quite satisfied with the country and the university.

Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 8150

Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryRUB

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2025Read more

Anonymous

MBBS - Batch of 2028

3.3

Smolensk State Medical University has very limited internship opportunities.

Tips: Firstly, check how the university was, how the campus or campus area was, whether it was habitable or not, and also look at the university's results. There's no part-time work available to students because the university wants us to focus on our studies. The university says that we don't need part-time work, as there are lots of parts to our study plans. A lot of the students disagree with this policy, but it does help us to concentrate on school. Public transportation here is good with routes to every stop and so many buses. There are also private buses that work like public transport. I like it because travel times are reasonable, and the bus stops are all near my apartment. Overall, I am quite satisfied with the country and the college.

Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 10000

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryRUB 98325

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

Anonymous

MBBS - Batch of 2025

2.6

Hustle of college life for becoming the best doctor.

Tips: Life won't be as easy as you expect, so be mentally prepared. It's going to be like a proper Indian hostel, with all the usual politics. Cooking is your responsibility, so don't come unprepared. You came here to study, so keep that at the top of your priorities. Student life is a little difficult but it’s good at the same time as we get to learn a lot of new things, which helps the students grow better in the future. Like anywhere else, here there are college politics and hostel politics. But we will make the best memories here, so enjoy and participate in all activities, as after these five years there is no fun. Since there aren’t many options for Indians in this city, it can be tough to find items like Indian food and other basics. It’s also difficult to adjust to your new environment at first, but it gets easier once you get your bearings.

Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 10000

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryRUB 101400

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

Anonymous

MBBS - Batch of 2025

5.0

Great university with strong academics and tests fortnightly.

Tips: Before joining this college, you should be aware that you'll be living on your own in an unfamiliar city. You should also know that you may not get your scholarship money right away, so don’t panic. You'll be part of a culture change, though, so you'll have to learn how to celebrate Indian holidays. Student life is good here. Many events happen on the Indian Culture Committee, and everyone who’s interested participates. The campus also hosts a lot of quiz programmes and debate competitions, which are great for students looking to expand their vocabularies. Overall, this is a really nice school that takes your studies seriously.

Dislikes (Value for money): The teachers here are very strict, but it's because they really want us to be good doctors. The testing system is very nice because the teachers give us a moral exam. This helps the teachers weed out students who didn't study but still might manage to pass the written exam.

Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 10000

Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryRUB 104500

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

Anonymous

MBBS - Batch of 2027

2.3

Our college is mostly studies oriented and also we celebrate many festivals.

Tips: We live far from our home, so we have to be independent. But being here, we also get closer to Indian culture, since it's all around us. We get scholarships here, too, if we get the highest scores in our exams. The college itself isn't hard to get into, but safety here is good. There are no clinical postings and we don't get any internship. We have to find it on our own. The weather can be extremely cold so don't forget to bring warm clothes.

Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 10000

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryRUB

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

Anonymous

MBBS - Batch of 2027

2.8

The university is amazing but does not provide internship.

Tips: Should know how to live here in the new country, mainly away from home. Life abroad is not easy, but it’s okay if you have good people around. And, the university is also affordable for students in the general category. But there are no internship opportunities here. The teaching staff is great, though. Public transportation is widely accessible, convenient and affordable. Try to get a hold of ian nternship for practical knowledge. Overall, I am happy with my experiences.

Total Monthly ExpenseRUB 10000

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryRUB 150000

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

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Can Average Indian Students Get In the Smolensk State Medical University?

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Yes, most of the unofficial sources believe that average Indian students can easily get into the MBBS programme of Smolensk State Medical University. For Indian students who wish to practice medicine in Russia, it is advisable to learn Russian for communication with locals. For Indian students who w

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Is on campus housing compulsary at the Smolensk State Medical University?

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No, on-campus accommodation at the Smolensk State Medical University is not compulsory but highly recommended by the university officials. The Smolensk State Medical University has 4 university hostels with a capacity of housing more than 2000 students. Some sources believe that on-campus housing is

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Where is the Smolensk State Medical University Campus located?

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The Smolensk State Medical University Campus is located in the midst of Smolensk city in Russia. It is among the top historic centres of Russia due to its trading and commercial history. It is an old city dating back to 863 AD. The cost of living and tuition fees of the Smolensk State Medical Univer

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How is smolensk state university russia for medical studies?

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Smolensk State Medical University is a good institution for Indian students. Average Indian students can easily get into the MBBS programme of Smolensk State Medical University. International students like Indians have a 35% reservation on the total 1000 seats in the Faculty of General Medicine. The

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Is 12th marks important for MBBS in Smolensk State Medical University Russia?

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Yes, your Class 12th mark sheet with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB is required for your Smolensk State Medical University admissions. For the reserved category, an aggregate of around 40% in PCB is required. For students who do not have a class 12th mark sheet or equivalent, they will have

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