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Karaganda State Medical University was established in 1950 and was transformed into the Karaganda State Medical Academy in 1997, later attaining full university status. In 2002, the university expanded with a pharmaceutical faculty, a faculty of eastern medicine, and a medical college. Today it hosts over 8,000 students across schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Public Health, and Nursing, with instruction offered in Kazakh, Russian, and English. Its English-medium General Medicine programme is recognised by the WHO and listed with the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), making it a well-established option for international and Indian students.
Karaganda State Medical University is one of Kazakhstan’s oldest and largest medical universities, offering an English-medium MBBS-equivalent program with WHO recognition and multi-faculty campus infrastructure.
6 Years (5 years academic + 1 year internship) – Comprehensive Medical Education
50% in PCB (40% for reserved category) + NEET Qualification Mandatory
Approx. $4,500 per year – Among the More Affordable Options in Kazakhstan
Available for international students
Founded in 1950, with over 70 years of medical education experience
Recognition and eligibility for medical registration/practice are subject to the applicable requirements of the relevant regulatory authority.
Over 8,000 students across Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Public Health, and Nursing faculties
A major industrial city with a lower cost of living than Almaty or Astana
Entire MBBS program is taught in English
Prepare these documents before starting your application
Duly filled admission application form
NEET scorecard and admit card
Valid passport (first & last page scanned copy)
Class 10th & 12th marksheets and pass certificates
6 passport-size photos (4.5cm × 3.5cm, white background)
Required for the Kazakhstan student visa application
Used for identity verification during enrolment
Demonstrates your ability to cover tuition and living costs
Aadhar, PAN, or Driving License (if passport not ready)
A structured, semester-wise curriculum designed to build strong medical knowledge and clinical skills.
| Fee Component | Amount | Applicable |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | ~$4,500 / year | All 6 years |
| Total — 6-Year Program | ~$27,000 |
Fees are indicative based on the 2026 fee structure and may vary. Confirm exact tuition directly with Karaganda State Medical University before making any payment.
Follow this straightforward 5-step process to join Karaganda State Medical University
Application form, passport copy, academic documents (translated/notarized), medical fitness certificate with vaccination details
Issued after document verification by the university's admissions team.
As per the university's published fee schedule.
Apply for your Kazakhstan student visa via the Kazakhstan Embassy in India using the admission letter.
Travel to Karaganda ahead of the September intake for registration and orientation.
Make Your Dream to Study in Kazakhstan
Karaganda State Medical University was founded in 1950, becoming the Karaganda State Medical Academy in 1997 before attaining full university status.
Yes, NEET qualification is mandatory for all Indian applicants seeking MBBS admission under NMC regulations.
The total cost for the full 6-year MBBS program is approximately $27,000, based on the current fee structure.
The MBBS program at Karaganda State Medical University is taught entirely in English for international students.
The main intake takes place in September each year, aligned with the standard academic calendar.
No, IELTS or TOEFL is not required for Indian students applying through the NEET pathway.
Yes, Karaganda State Medical University is WHO-recognised and listed with the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS); always verify current NMC status before applying.
Yes, graduates can pursue postgraduate studies via NEET-PG in India, or through residency programs abroad.
Yes, the university provides hostel accommodation for international students.
Karaganda is a major industrial city in central Kazakhstan, offering a more affordable cost of living than Almaty or Astana.
