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MBBS in Russia
The largest destination for Indian MBBS students by volume, with globally recognized degrees, provided NMC's compliance rules are met.
What You Need to Know
Includes the mandatory 12-month internship at the same institution, per NMC's FMGL rules.
Many universities teach in English for the first 3 years, then in Russian for clinical years and patient interaction.
Certificates and mark sheets must be apostilled, per the Embassy of India, Moscow.
What the Embassy of India, Moscow Confirms
- NEET-UG is mandatoryRequired before admission, and again as a prerequisite for later Indian registration.
- No official "recognized education contractors"The Embassy states there are no recognized education contractors/consultants endorsed by the Russian Ministry of Education & Science, verify any agent independently.
- Apostille your documentsCertificates and mark sheets must be apostilled as part of the admission process.
- 6-year course, NMC-compliant durationMeets the FMGL Regulations' 54-month minimum plus internship requirement.
Russian licensing exam for independent practice
Graduates are generally expected to clear an accreditation examination (conducted in Russian) through Russia's Ministry of Health before independent practice in Russia. We recommend confirming the exact process directly with your shortlisted university and the Embassy of India, Moscow, before enrolling.
Return-to-India pathway
After completing your degree, you must clear NExT/FMGE and complete a further supervised internship in India before full registration, regardless of which Russian university you attend.
Considering MBBS in Russia?
We'll check your shortlisted university against NMC's FMGL compliance checklist before you apply.
