From Dreams to Reality – Exploring the Journey of Studying In Russia for Aspiring Doctors

Russian medical universities are known for their affordable and high-quality medical education, especially MBBS programs. Most medical universities in Russia offer MBBS programs, which are considered to be among the best medical universities in the world. Also, Russian medical universities have facilities that allow Indian MBBS students to work as interns or resident doctors in some of the reputed hospitals affiliated with the universities. The Russian government provides subsidies to their medical universities. So, doing an MBBS from a Russian medical university are very affordable as compared to Indian medical universities. Private medical universities in India demand donations for MBBS admission. The Russian government provides subsidies to their medical universities, so no donation fee is required. One important benefit of studying MBBS in Russia is that top medical universities in Russia provide coaching classes for the NEXT Exam and NMC screening training for practice in India at no additional costs. The World Health Organization and the National Medical Commission recognize medical universities in Russia. The MBBS courses are taught in English at many Russian medical universities. Most Russian medical universities have top-class hostels for their students. The cost of living is very affordable and reasonable in Russia. Also, the hostel campus has Wi-Fi connectivity so that students can study online also in their free time. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. In a single room, 2-3 beds are shared with students and a separate kitchen, laundry, and washroom are available in every room. Water heaters are attached in the bathroom for winter.

Challenges of Studying MBBS in Russia –

Precipitation is mostly lower in Russia. Indian students take some time to get accustomed to the climate in Russia. Indian and Russian climate is totally different. But after some time, when Indian students get accustomed to the Russian weather, they enjoy the weather of Russia. Few MBBS universities in Russia use Russian language as a medium of instruction. But, there are some medical universities that offer MBBS courses in English. Most of the Russian population speaks Russian for communication, so if the student learns Russian, it will be very helpful for them to live in Russia.

Study MBBS in Russia –

Eligibility Criteria –

• Students must score 50% marks in subjects like Physics, Chemistry and Biology for general category students and 40% marks for SC/ST/OBC category students.
• Students must be NEET qualified.
• The student must be 17 years old.
• A passport is mandatory.

Fees –

As compared to private medical universities in India, the total fees of MBBS courses provided by Russian medical universities are quite affordable.

Safety of Indian Students While Studying MBBS in Russia –

Due to the war between Russia and Ukraine, many students feel that it is not safe for them to study MBBS in Russia. However, this is not true. Russia is still a safe place for Indian students. Apart from the war, Russia has had friendly relations with India for many decades. All the Russian medical universities provide accommodation facilities to Indian students which are fully safe and secure as the hostels are under CCTV surveillance.

Career Opportunities After Completing MBBS in Russia –

Students can come back to India and appear for the NEXT Exam. First, students have to prepare themselves for this exam, then, they have to clear this exam, and finally, students will receive their license and registration number from the National Medical Commission for medical practice in India. After completing MBBS in Russia, students can also go for postgraduate studies and settle in Russia.

EOCL India –

We provide opportunities to Indian students to get seats in reputed universities and to study MBBS in Russia at an affordable budget. Till now, EOCL India has sent more than 2000 students to study MBBS abroad. We have collaborations with various foreign banks that provide students with Forex Cards at the time of departure. EOCL India assists students and parents while choosing and buying air tickets. Education Orbit Counselling and Link is the leading MBBS abroad education provider in India with a history of more than 10 years. We provide students with all the necessary guidance and support to achieve their goals.