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Medical University in Kemerovo, Russia
Indian Students
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Kemerovo Medical University is located in Kemerovo, at the confluence of the Iskitimka and Tom rivers in the Kuznetsk Basin — one of Russia’s major coal-mining and industrial regions.
The MBBS (General Medicine) programme follows Russia’s standard 6-year curriculum, taught in English for international students, with clinical training at the university’s affiliated teaching hospitals.
Kemerovo is an industrial administrative centre with a population of over 557,000, offering a lower cost of living than Moscow or St. Petersburg while still being a genuine city, not a small town.
For students comparing options across the region, our MBBS in Russia country guide covers the full range of NMC-compliant universities available.
Kemerovo Medical University offers a 6-year, NMC-recognized MBBS programme taught in English, with established clinical facilities in Siberia’s Kuzbass region. It provides an affordable Siberian alternative to universities in Moscow or St. Petersburg.
6 Years (Including Internship) – Comprehensive Medical Education
50% in PCB (40% for reserved category) + NEET Qualification Mandatory
Approx. ₹4,02,000 per year – Affordable Medical Education in Siberia’s Kuzbass Region
Available for international students
Industrial city in southwestern Siberia, capital of the coal-mining Kuzbass region
Recognition and eligibility for medical registration/practice are subject to the applicable requirements of the relevant regulatory authority.
Built with contemporary educational technology in mind
Industrial Siberian city, capital of the Kuzbass coal-mining region, lower cost of living than Moscow
Entire MBBS program is taught in English
Studying MBBS in Russia is a popular choice for international students, including those from India, due to its affordable tuition fees, high-quality education, and globally recognized degrees. Here’s an overview:
MBBS Program
6 Years Duration
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 by Russian immigration authorities for the student visa.
Used for identity verification during enrolment
Demonstrates your ability to cover tuition and living costs
Aadhar, PAN, or Driving License (if passport not ready)
Beyond tuition, here’s what to budget for day-to-day life as a student in Kemerovo.
University hostel rooms are the standard option for international students, typically shared with 1-2 roommates.
Hostel canteens and nearby grocery stores serve both local and Indian-style cooking setups; many students cook in shared kitchens to save costs.
Kemerovo has an affordable public bus network — most students use it or walk to reach classes and clinical placements.
Kemerovo's industrial-city cost of living keeps everyday expenses lower than Moscow or St. Petersburg.
A structured, semester-wise curriculum designed to build strong medical knowledge and clinical skills.
| Fee Component | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 | Total (6 Years) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 472 500 RUB | 312 500 RUB | 312 500 RUB | 312 500 RUB | 312 500 RUB | 312 500 RUB | 2 035 000 RUB |
Fees are indicative and shown in INR, per the official fee schedule (tuition only; hostel and admin charges apply in Year 1). Year 6 (internship year) shown at the same tuition rate as Year 5. Hostel, visa, medical insurance, and annual charges are billed separately from Year 2 onward. Please confirm exact current figures with our counsellors or the university directly.
Follow this straightforward 5-step process to join Kemerovo Medical University
Submit the required application documents as per Kemerovo Medical University's current admission requirements.
Issued after document verification by Kemerovo Medical University's admissions team.
As per Kemerovo Medical University's published fee schedule.
Apply for your Russia Student Visa using the admission letter.
Travel to Kemerovo ahead of the September intake for registration and orientation.
Make Your Dream to Study in Russia
Kemerovo Medical University was founded in 1955, making it an established medical university in Siberia.
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 ₹24,42,000, based on the current official fee structure.
The MBBS program at Kemerovo 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.
Graduates receive a Diploma of Specialist in General Medicine (Russia’s equivalent higher-medical-education qualification), recognised as MBBS-equivalent for NMC’s FMGL pathway.
Yes, graduates can pursue postgraduate studies via NEET-PG in India, or through residency programs abroad.
Yes, Kemerovo Medical University provides hostel accommodation for international students.
Kemerovo is the capital of Kuzbass, an industrial and coal-mining region in southwestern Siberia, Russia.
Kemerovo is the administrative centre of the Kuznetsk Basin, one of Russia’s major coal-mining and industrial regions, with a population of over 557,000.
Most students fly from India to Moscow, then take a domestic connecting flight to Kemerovo. Our counsellors assist with visa-linked travel planning once your admission is confirmed.
Yes. Indian students form part of the international student community there, helping new arrivals settle into hostel life and coursework.
Yes — Kemerovo offers a lower cost of living than Moscow or St. Petersburg while still being a genuine city with proper amenities, not a small town.