Study MBBS at Bashkir State Medical University
Ufa, Russia · Established 1932 · 6-Year English-Medium MBBS
Quick Overview
Bashkir State Medical University, founded in 1932 in Ufa, Bashkortostan, is a WDOMS-listed Russian medical university offering a 6-year English-medium MBBS at $5,890/year. The university is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.
About Bashkir SMU
Bashkir State Medical University (BSMU) was established in 1932 in Ufa, the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan. It is one of Russia's established medical universities and has been training international students for many years. The university has developed solid English-medium facilities and faculty specifically for its international student programme, which includes a significant number of Indian students each year.
The MBBS programme at Bashkir SMU runs for 6 years in English. The curriculum covers pre-clinical sciences thoroughly in the first three years, with clinical rotations beginning from Year 3 at affiliated teaching hospitals in Ufa. Students gain practical exposure across internal medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, and other core departments.
Bashkir State Medical University is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. NMC approves no foreign university. On NBEMS's figures, 105 of its 340 FMGE candidates passed in the 2024 report (30.88%), against 20,382 of 79,000 (25.80%) across all countries.
Bashkir SMU is one of the WDOMS-listed universities covered in our complete MBBS in Russia guide - see it for the full admission process, eligibility rules, fee comparison, and FMGE preparation strategy.
Location
Ufa, Russia
Established
1932
Total Enrolment
~8,000 students
Programme
MBBS (6 Years)
Medium
English
Annual Tuition (est.)
$5,890
Faculties & Departments
MBBS Fee Structure - All Expenses in USD
Year-by-year breakdown · Estimated figures · Contact A.J Trust for exact current fees.
| Expense | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | $5,890 | $5,890 | $5,890 | $5,890 | $5,890 | $5,890 |
| Hostel Fee(est.) | $480 | $480 | $480 | $480 | $480 | $480 |
| Medical Insurance | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 |
| Total / Year (USD) | $6,560 | $6,560 | $6,560 | $6,560 | $6,560 | $6,560 |
| Total 6-Year Package | $39,400 | |||||
Estimates at exchange rates as of Mon, 19 Oct 2026; yearly rows are rounded to the nearest $10 and the package to the nearest $100, so the totals can differ by a few dollars. One-time arrival and admission charges are not part of this table — See other expenses →
Note: Fee figures above are indicative estimates based on published and approximate data. Tuition fees are subject to change by the university without prior notice. Hostel and insurance figures are estimates and may vary. Always confirm the latest fees with A.J Trust before making any payment.
Get Exact Fees →FMGE Record - Official NBEMS Data
Every figure reads passed of appeared, from the NBEMS institute-wise performance reports.
| Report year | Appeared | Passed | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–14 | 20 | 3 | 15.00%small cohort - read with caution |
| 2015–18 | 118 | 15 | 12.71% |
| 2019 | 32 | 10 | 31.25% |
| 2020 | 49 | 9 | 18.37% |
| 2021 | 47 | 14 | 29.79% |
| 2022 | 151 | 58 | 38.41% |
| 2023 | 258 | 59 | 22.87% |
| 2024 | 340 | 105 | 30.88% |
| 2025 | 296 | 70 | 23.65% |
| Lifetime (all reports) | 1,311 | 343 | 26.16% |
Context: the 2024 national average across all countries was 25.80% - 20,382 of 79,000 candidates. A pass rate describes cohorts who enrolled six or more years before the report year, including repeat attempts - treat it as a record, not a promise.
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students
NEET Qualified
Valid NEET UG score mandatory as per NMC norms. Min. 50th percentile (General), 40th percentile (SC/ST/OBC).
PCB Percentage
Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Biology in Class 12 (40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for General-PwD).
Age Requirement
Must be 17 years or above as on 31 December of the year of admission.
Academic Background
Class 10 & 12 with PCB subjects from a recognised board. Intermediate or equivalent accepted.
Admission Procedure
Fill Application Form
Submit basic details and attach required documents through A.J Trust.
Receive Offer Letter
University issues an official admission / acceptance letter. Ask the university how long it takes.
Apply for Student Visa
Apply for a Russian student visa with full documentation support from A.J Trust.
Travel to Russia
Fly to Russia - our team arranges airport pickup and university check-in assistance.
Complete Formalities
Register at the university, open a bank account, and complete immigration formalities.
Begin Your MBBS
Attend orientation and start your 6-year journey towards becoming a doctor.
Documents Required
Class 10 pass certificate and mark sheet (attested)
Class 12 pass certificate and mark sheet (attested)
NEET UG score card (valid)
Indian passport valid for at least 1.5 years from the visa's start date
Birth certificate (MEA apostilled)
Passport-size photographs (white background, recent)
Medical fitness certificate from a registered doctor
HIV-absence certificate in English, with the details Russia's Health Ministry Order 1060n requires
School certificates need an MEA apostille and a Russian translation for the university’s admission. The student visa itself needs no apostilled documents. A.J Trust will guide you through every document step at no additional cost.
Why Study MBBS at Bashkir SMU?
Tuition
$5,890/year; see the fee table on this page for hostel and insurance.
WDOMS-Listed
Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. NMC approves no foreign university and WHO accredits none — what makes the degree usable in India is meeting the FMGL-2021 criteria
Low Cost of Living
Ufa's living expenses are significantly lower than Moscow or Saint Petersburg, making the total cost of completing MBBS very manageable.
English-Medium Programme
Bashkir SMU's programmes page lists General Medicine with Russian and English in its language column. Its rules set the language of each block and discipline in the programme documents.
Strong Clinical Training
Affiliated hospitals in Ufa provide structured clinical rotations with solid patient exposure from Year 3.
Welcoming Indian Community
An established Indian student network in Ufa provides peer support and cultural continuity throughout the MBBS journey.
Student Life at Bashkir SMU
On-campus hostel accommodation is available for international students with security, Wi-Fi, and nearby cafeteria facilities.
The Indian student community in Ufa organises cultural events, Indian food festivals, cricket matches, and celebrations of major Indian festivals.
Ufa offers a pleasant, relatively low-key student lifestyle with parks, shopping centres, and good public transport at low cost.
Campus sports facilities include a gym, sports grounds, and indoor courts accessible to all students.
The international department at Bashkir SMU supports arriving students with airport transfers, registration, and initial orientation.
Ufa - City at a Glance
Population
~1.1 million
Climate
Continental - cold winters (−14°C to −18°C), warm summers (18–24°C)
Country
Russia
Ufa is the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan in the Ural-Volga region of Russia, with a population of approximately 1.1 million. It is a well-developed industrial and educational city with green parks, a developed infrastructure, and a multicultural environment. Living costs are notably lower than in major Russian cities, which is a significant advantage for Indian students on a budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MBBS at Bashkir SMU
"NMC approved" is not a status that exists - NMC publishes no approved list of foreign universities and says so on its own study-abroad page. What decides your registration in India is whether your degree meets the FMGL-2021 criteria: at least 54 months of study, a 12-month internship at the same institution, English medium, and a qualification licensing you to practise in Russia, followed by a 12-month supervised internship in India. Bashkir SMU is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (FAIMER SCHOOL ID F0001026). Run the full FMGL-2021 checklist at nmc.org.in before paying anything - A.J Trust verifies these criteria for every university it recommends.
The estimated annual tuition fee at Bashkir SMU is $5,890. Including estimated hostel ($480/year) and medical insurance ($190/year), the estimated 6-year package is $39,400. These are indicative estimates — contact A.J Trust for exact current fees.
International students study on an English-medium track where the university runs one. Diplomas are issued in Russian, and at Volgograd State Medical University the State Final Attestation is held in Russian even on the English track. Russian is taught as a foreign language; ask the university in which years. Before you pay, get Bashkir SMU to confirm in writing the language of every year, the internship and the final exams.
There is no university-specific minimum NEET score. However, India's NMC mandates a valid qualifying NEET score for all foreign MBBS admissions - minimum 50th percentile for General/EWS, 45th percentile for PwD, and 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC categories. A.J Trust can assess your eligibility based on your actual NEET score.
The MBBS programme (awarded as 'Doctor of Medicine' in Russia) at Bashkir SMU is 6 years. FMGL-2021 needs 54 months of study plus a 12-month internship at the same institution, so get the study/internship split written on your admission letter. Students attend clinical rotations at affiliated hospitals from Year 3 onwards.
Ufa is the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan in the Ural-Volga region of Russia, with a population of approximately 1.1 million. It is a well-developed industrial and educational city with green parks, a developed infrastructure, and a multicultural environment. Living costs are notably lower than in major Russian cities, which is a significant advantage for Indian students on a budget.
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