Top 10 Medical Universities in Russia for Indian Students

Top 10 Universities in Russia for MBBS

If you want to become a doctor, Russia is a very famous place for a medical degree in 2026. Many students go there because the MBBS fees are very cheap compared to private colleges in India. Also, most of these medical universities teach in English medium, so you don't have to learn Russian perfectly to start.

Now let us get to know the universities in detail:

Sechenov University

The I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University located in Moscow, is the oldest medical school in Russia. Many university alumni have earned international recognition for their exceptional contributions to global medicine and other related domains. Some of them are Pirogov N.N., Chekhov A.P., Sechenov I.M., Botkin S.P., Korsakoff S.S. It offers medical students a Bachelor's in General Medicine as an integral part of their medical courses on offer at the university. Candidates can know about the eligibility course framework here. The I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, FMSMU MBBS fees is around INR 8.19 lakhs. However, with adding some extra costs like hostel, insurance fees, the total fee of MBBS at FMSMU will cost around INR 9.24 Lakhs annually. 

Lomonosov Moscow State University

The Lomonosov Moscow State University is the first Russian University, It is founded in 1755 in Moscow. The majority of courses at the university are taught in Russian. An entrance test is conducted based on which students are enrolled to undergraduate or graduate programs. It is the only Russian university among the world’s top 100 universities in the two international rankings: ARWU and QS World University Rankings. Candidates can know about the eligibility and admission criteria for the courses, here. The MBBS fees at Lomonosov Moscow State University is around 5.63 Lakhs annually. 

Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University

The Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University is one of the oldest and leading universities in Russia and is well-known all over the world. The university provide a better portfolio of medical courses including a General Medicine program for six years for clinical enthusiasts. The MBBS fees at Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University is INR 4 lakhs for 1st year.

Pavlov University

The Pavlov First Saint Petersburg State Medical University was founded in 1897 as the Medical Institute for women. The clinics and departments of the Women’s Medical Institute (WMI) implemented the most advanced methods of diagnostics and treatment. There are 75 departments and more than 5,000 Russian and foreign students studying there. Many of the university alumni are working in leading positions at various medical and educational institutions and have become top medical experts. The Pavlov University MBBS fees is INR 4 lakhs for 1st Year. 

Check out more details about the MBBS course offered by the university, here.

RUDN University

The People’s Friendship University of Russia (PFUR) also referred to as the RUDN University was founded in 1960. It is one of the leading state higher educational institutions of Russia. UI GreenMetric World University Ranking recognised it as the “greenest university” in Russia. This medical university offers a six-year Medical Doctor in Medicine program for clinical students. Know more about the courses offered at the university, here.

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Saint Petersburg State University

The St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy was established in 1925 as the Academic and Research Institute of Maternal Health and Babyhood Protection. Thousands of foreign students, from 70 nations and four continents, have graduated from there. The University is among the top 3 universities of all medical organizations in the Russian Federation and among the top 25 scientific organizations in the country. The university offers a six-year MBBS program for budding medical enthusiasts. 

Know about the course structure and eligibility criteria here.

NSU

The NSU is one of the top universities in Russia for medical studies. Located in the world-famous scientific centre – Akademgorodok, the university offers a six-year MBBS program. Know more about the courses offered at the university here.

Kazan Federal University

The Kazan Federal (Volga) University (KFU) is the second-oldest university in Russia. It has 18 educational units in the central campus (Kazan), two territorial campuses, and three secondary schools. A total of 10,500 international students from 101 countries are studying there. The unique culture of the university has shaped the development of Kazan and the Volga region and offers a six-year MBBS program for budding medical enthusiasts. Know more about the courses offered at the university here.

All students from different corners of the world who wish to apply fr MBBS in Russia need to fulfil the following criteria: 

• General category candidates should possess at least 50% in physics, chemistry, & Biology (PCB)
• Candidates from the reserved category should hold at least 40% in physics, chemistry, & Biology (PCB).
• The minimum age limit for abroad students is 17 years.
• He/she should have cleared NEET

MBBS Fees in Russia

An MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) fee in Russia ranges between $4,000- $8,000 annually (INR 3,31,068 to INR 6,62,137). The fee for an MBBS programme in Russia for abroad students can vary based on the institution, choice of course and specialisation, and place of study. But on average, the cost of studying for an MBBS in Russia is considered less than in many other Western nations. You are recommended to visit the official website of your target universities to keep track of the tuition fee as the same tends to change over time.

Is NEET Required for MBBS in Russia?

If you are a student from India and want to go to Russia for MBBS 2026, you must know the rules about the NEET exam. Many people ask this question because they are worried about their marks.

According to the NMC (National Medical Commission), every Indian student must qualify NEET to study medicine in any foreign country. If you want to go to a medical university in Russia, you need to show your NEET scorecard during the admission process.

Candidates required to mandatory qualify the NEET UG exam because:

• Coming back to India: If you want to work as a doctor in India after your 6-year course, you must sit for the NEXT exam (or FMGE). But, if you didn't pass NEET before going to Russia, the Indian government will not let you take this license test.

• Degree Value: Without a NEET qualification, your MBBS degree from Russia is not valid in India. You can be a doctor in Russia, but not in your home country.

• Visa Paperwork: Most times, the visa office or the university will ask for your NEET result to make sure you are a serious student.

Career After MBBS in Russia

Doing MBBS in Russia give many jobs in India and also other countries. Here are some ways students can go.

For students coming back to India

• Students who finish MBBS in Russia must pass FMGE exam in India. After passing they can join NMC and work as doctor. They can do job in government hospital, private clinic or even open own clinic.
• After MBBS they can study more like MD or MS in India. They can choose things like heart doctor (Cardiology), brain doctor (Neurology), children doctor (Pediatrics), bone doctor (Orthopedics) and many more.
• They can also join research work or become teacher in medical college.

For students who want to stay abroad

• Some countries ask for extra exams before you can work as doctor. Students must check rules of that country.
• MBBS degree from Russia can also help to join postgraduate courses like residency or fellowship in other countries.
• Students can also do medical research work abroad in different fields.
• Students who want to work in Dubai healthcare sector need to pass the DHA Exam to get the license.

Related Reads:

• List of MCI Approved MBBS Universities Abroad
• MBBS Colleges Abroad with a Low Fee Structure

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