Lowest yearly fee of our 5
Ivanovo State Medical University
- Founded in 1930, about 254 km from Moscow
- ₽3,65,000 a year from Year 2
- Food not included (self-cooking)
University fee, 6 years₹26.3 L
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Admissions 2027 openNorthern and Yaroslavl seats are usually booked a year ahead
MBBS in Russia for Indian Students 2027
Russia offers a 6-year MBBS (General Medicine) at government medical universities, taught in English for Indian students who are NEET qualified. For 2027, the university fee for all 6 years, including hostel, ranges from ₽22,25,000 + US$1,000 (≈ ₹26.3 Lakh) at Ivanovo to ₽38,27,000 + US$1,000 (≈ ₹44.6 Lakh) at North-Western State Medical University. MBBSDirect offers five government universities: Ivanovo, Northern, Voronezh, Yaroslavl and North-Western.
- Capital
- Moscow
- Duration
- 6 years
- Medium
- English
- University fee
- ₹26.3–44.6 L
- Intake
- September
- NEET
- Required
Universities we offer in Russia for 2027
Five government medical universities. University fee for 6 years, including hostel.
250 seatsBook a year ahead
Northern State Medical University
- Founded in 1932, in Arkhangelsk
- Second-lowest yearly fee of our 5
- Food not included
University fee, 6 years₹29.1 L
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6th in Consulate rating list
Voronezh State Medical University
- Named after N.N. Burdenko; roots from 1918
- 6th of 28 Ministry of Healthcare universities in the Consulate General of India list
- Food not included
University fee, 6 years₹37.4 L
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Indian mess on campus250 seats
Yaroslavl State Medical University
- Founded in 1944, about 250 km from Moscow
- Hostel and Indian mess in one package
- Seats usually booked a year ahead
6 years, with hostel and Indian mess₹44.4 L
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St. Petersburg
North-Western State Medical University
- Named after I.I. Mechnikov; roots from 1907
- In Russia’s second-largest city
- Food not included
University fee, 6 years₹44.6 L
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Ask on WhatsAppMBBS in Russia fees 2027
Fees are set in rubles and paid directly to the university. Every total below includes hostel and a one-time US$1,000 Year 1 charge.
| University | Per year from Year 2 | 6-year total | In rupees | Food |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivanovo | ₽3,65,000 | ₽22,25,000 + $1,000 | ₹26.3 L | Not included |
| Northern (Arkhangelsk) | ₽4,05,000 | ₽24,65,000 + $1,000 | ₹29.1 L | Not included |
| Voronezh | ₽5,27,000 | ₽31,97,000 + $1,000 | ₹37.4 L | Not included |
| Yaroslavl | ₽6,30,000 | ₽38,10,000 + $1,000 | ₹44.4 L | Indian mess included |
| North-Western (St. Petersburg) | ₽6,32,000 | ₽38,27,000 + $1,000 | ₹44.6 L | Not included |
INR at ₹1.14 per ruble and ₹96 per US dollar (15 October 2026). Fees are in rubles, so the rupee amount moves with the exchange rate. Yaroslavl without its hostel and mess package: ₽24,90,000 + $1,000 (≈ ₹29.3 L). Not included: food (except Yaroslavl), visa, air tickets and personal expenses.
Got a lower quote for Russia? Check 3 things.
- 1. Ruble rate used. Fees are in rubles. A quote at an old, lower rate looks cheaper, but you pay at today’s rate.
- 2. Food and Year 1 charges included? Food is extra at most universities, and Year 1 has a one-time US$1,000 charge.
- 3. All 6 years counted? Some quotes show only the yearly fee or only Year 1.
What parents ask first
Studying in Russia in 2027: safety, payments and travel
The three questions parents ask most, answered with official sources.
Embassy advisories
In August 2024, the Embassy of India in Moscow advised Indian nationals to move out of the Bryansk, Belgorod and Kursk regions, which border Ukraine (All India Radio). None of the five universities we offer is in these regions. Voronezh is the closest of our five to them. Before travelling, check the latest advisory from the Embassy of India in Moscow; we share current updates during counselling.
How fees are paid
Fees are paid by bank transfer, directly to the university’s account, against an official receipt. Payment routes from India to Russia have changed in recent years, so we guide each family on the current route before the Year 1 payment. Never pay university fees to an agent in cash.
Flights
Students fly from Delhi to Moscow and travel on to their city by train or a domestic flight. Keep a few days’ buffer before the session starts, as schedules can change.
Distance from Moscow
- Yaroslavl: about 250 km north-east
- Ivanovo: about 254 km north-east
- Voronezh: south of Moscow
- St. Petersburg: north-west
- Arkhangelsk: far north
Why Indian students choose Russia
Six practical reasons, when you choose the right university.
Govt.
Government universities
All five we offer are state medical universities.
1907
Long track record
Our five were founded between 1907 and 1944.
English
English-medium MBBS
Core subjects in English. Russian is learnt for hospital work.
6th
Official rating list
Voronezh is 6th in the Indian Consulate’s list of 28 universities.
₹26L
Choice of budget
From ₹26.3 Lakh to ₹44.6 Lakh for 6 years, with hostel.
NEET
No donation
Admission on NEET and Class 12 marks, not capitation fees.
Eligibility and NMC rules
Who can apply
- NEET qualified (mandatory under NMC rules)
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology: 50% in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
- 17 years or older by 31 December of the admission year
- Valid Indian passport (1.5+ years validity)
What the NMC requires
- At least 54 months of study
- A 12-month internship at the same university
- Teaching in English
- Eligible for a medical licence in Russia
- No transfer to another university mid-course
Under the Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate Regulations, 2021.
Russia suits you if
- You want a government university with a long history
- You can plan and book a year ahead for popular seats
- You are ready for long, cold winters
Look elsewhere if
- You want a total under ₹30 Lakh with food — see MBBS in Uzbekistan
- You want a fixed US-dollar fee — see MBBS in Kyrgyzstan
- You are not ready to learn Russian for hospital work
Admission process for MBBS in Russia: 6 steps
We handle the paperwork. You provide the documents.
- Book earlyNorthern and Yaroslavl seats are usually booked a year ahead.
- Free counsellingWe match your NEET score, budget and food needs to one university.
- ApplyShare marksheets, NEET scorecard and passport.
- Admission letter & feePay Year 1 directly to the university. Keep the receipt.
- Student visaApply with the university’s invitation letter.
- Fly to RussiaAirport pickup and hostel check-in. Sessions start in September.
For parents who want every detail
The full guide to MBBS in Russia
How to choose between our five universities
For the lowest fee, choose Ivanovo (₽3,65,000 a year from Year 2) or Northern (₽4,05,000). If you want Indian food arranged on campus, Yaroslavl has an Indian mess in its hostel package. For a university on an official rating list, Voronezh is 6th among 28 Ministry of Healthcare universities in the Consulate General of India, St. Petersburg list. For a large city, North-Western is in St. Petersburg.
Why the rupee fee changes
Russian universities set fees in rubles. The rupee amount on this page uses ₹1.14 per ruble (15 October 2026). If the ruble rises, the rupee cost rises too, so keep a margin of 5–10% in your budget.
Language in hospitals
Lectures are in English, but patients speak Russian. Every university teaches Russian in the early years so students can take patient histories during clinical rotations.
Food and living
At Ivanovo, Northern, Voronezh and North-Western, food is not part of the fee; students cook in hostel kitchens or use canteens and Indian food options in the city. Yaroslavl’s hostel package includes an Indian mess. Winters are long and cold, especially in Arkhangelsk; hostels are heated.
After MBBS: FMGE / NExT and licensing in India
Graduates return to India, clear FMGE / NExT, complete the compulsory rotating internship required by the NMC, and register with their State Medical Council to practise.
MBBS in Russia: frequently asked questions
What is the total fee for MBBS in Russia in 2027?
At the five government universities MBBSDirect offers, the university fee for 6 years, including hostel and a one-time US$1,000 Year 1 charge, is: Ivanovo ₽22,25,000 (about ₹26.3 Lakh), Northern ₽24,65,000 (about ₹29.1 Lakh), Voronezh ₽31,97,000 (about ₹37.4 Lakh), Yaroslavl ₽38,10,000 with Indian mess (about ₹44.4 Lakh) and North-Western ₽38,27,000 (about ₹44.6 Lakh), at ₹1.14 per ruble and ₹96 per US dollar.
Which Russian universities does MBBSDirect offer for 2027?
Five government medical universities: Ivanovo State Medical University, Northern State Medical University (Arkhangelsk), Voronezh State Medical University, Yaroslavl State Medical University and North-Western State Medical University (St. Petersburg).
Which is the cheapest of these Russian medical universities?
Ivanovo State Medical University has the lowest yearly fee of the five we offer: ₽3,65,000 a year from Year 2, including hostel. Northern State Medical University is second at ₽4,05,000.
Is food included in the MBBS fee in Russia?
Only at Yaroslavl, where the hostel package of ₽2,20,000 a year includes an Indian mess. At Ivanovo, Northern, Voronezh and North-Western, food is not included in the fee.
Is it safe to study MBBS in Russia in 2027?
In August 2024, the Embassy of India in Moscow advised Indian nationals to move out of the Bryansk, Belgorod and Kursk regions, which border Ukraine. None of the five universities MBBSDirect offers is in these regions; Voronezh is the closest of the five. Check the latest advisory from the Embassy of India in Moscow before travelling; MBBSDirect shares current updates during counselling.
Why do some agents quote MBBS in Russia for much less?
Usually because the quote uses an old ruble rate, leaves out food or the one-time Year 1 charge, or shows only one year instead of all 6. Russian fees are set in rubles, so always check the rate used.
Is MBBS from Russia valid in India?
Yes, if the university meets the NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate Regulations, 2021: at least 54 months of study and a 12-month internship at the same university, teaching in English, and eligibility for a medical licence in Russia. Graduates must then clear FMGE / NExT in India.
How long is MBBS in Russia?
6 years of General Medicine. Core subjects are taught in English, and students learn Russian for hospital work.
Is NEET required for MBBS in Russia?
Yes. Indian students must be NEET qualified, with 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Class 12 (40% for SC/ST/OBC), and be 17 or older by 31 December of the admission year.
When should I apply for MBBS in Russia?
As early as possible. Northern and Yaroslavl each have 250 seats, and most Indian students book them about a year before the September session.
Which Russian university is on the Indian Consulate's rating list?
In the rating list of medical institutions published by the Consulate General of India, St. Petersburg, Voronezh State Medical University named after N.N. Burdenko is listed 6th among 28 Ministry of Healthcare universities.
What happens after MBBS from Russia?
You return to India, clear FMGE / NExT, complete the compulsory rotating internship required by the NMC, and register with your State Medical Council to practise.
Planning for 2027 or 2028?
Northern and Yaroslavl fill early. Talk to us now, even before NEET results, to plan your booking.