Study MBBS at Kursk State Medical University
Kursk, Russia · Established 1935 · 6-Year English-Medium MBBS
Quick Overview
Kursk State Medical University, founded in 1935 in Russia's Kursk region, is WDOMS-listed; in NBEMS's 2024 report 109 of its 489 FMGE candidates passed (22.29%). The 6-year English-medium programme costs $7,200/year. Kursk Oblast is one of three regions the Indian Embassy in Moscow asked Indian nationals to temporarily relocate from in August 2024, so we do not currently suggest it.
About Kursk SMU
Kursk State Medical University was founded in 1935 and is located in Kursk, a city in central Russia. It has a long-established English-medium MBBS programme and a large Indian cohort - 3,245 FMGE candidates across the NBEMS reports from 2012-14 to 2025. The university has developed strong infrastructure to support international students, including English-speaking faculty, dedicated hostels, and an active international office.
The MBBS programme at Kursk SMU is 6 years and is taught in English for international students. The curriculum follows the Russian Federal Educational Standard. Clinical training begins from Year 3 at the university's affiliated teaching hospitals in Kursk, where students rotate through internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, and other core departments.
Kursk State Medical University is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. NMC approves no foreign university — what matters is whether the degree meets the FMGL-2021 criteria. On NBEMS's own figures its 2024 FMGE record is below the all-country figure: 109 of 489 candidates passed in the 2024 report (22.29%), against 20,382 of 79,000 (25.80%) across all countries. Across the two 2025 sessions, 116 of 511 passed (22.70%). Kursk is also in Kursk Oblast, one of the three regions (with Bryansk and Belgorod) from which the Indian Embassy in Moscow, in its advisory of 14 August 2024, asked Indian nationals to take necessary precautions and temporarily relocate. We found nothing that withdraws the advisory, so treat it as current: it was still listed on the Embassy's homepage in the last archived copy, of 3 February 2026, and on 18 October 2026 a search of the Embassy's Telegram channel and of MEA's advisory list for Russia found no replacement, extension or withdrawal. The live Embassy website could not be checked. We do not currently suggest this university.
Kursk 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
Kursk, Russia
Established
1935
Total Enrolment
Not verified at source
Programme
MBBS (6 Years)
Medium
English
Annual Tuition (est.)
$7,200
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 | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
| Hostel Fee(est.) | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Medical Insurance | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 |
| Total / Year (USD) | $7,390 | $7,390 | $7,390 | $7,390 | $7,390 | $7,390 |
| Total 6-Year Package | $44,300 | |||||
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 | 202 | 36 | 17.82% |
| 2015–18 | 423 | 56 | 13.24% |
| 2019 | 308 | 106 | 34.42% |
| 2020 | 315 | 58 | 18.41% |
| 2021 | 291 | 68 | 23.37% |
| 2022 | 336 | 83 | 24.70% |
| 2023 | 370 | 61 | 16.49% |
| 2024 | 489 | 109 | 22.29% |
| 2025 | 511 | 116 | 22.70% |
| Lifetime (all reports) | 3,245 | 693 | 21.36% |
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 Kursk SMU?
FMGE Record (NBEMS)
109 of 489 Kursk candidates passed FMGE in NBEMS's 2024 report (22.29%), below that year's all-country figure of 20,382 of 79,000 (25.80%). Across the two 2025 sessions, 116 of 511 passed (22.70%).
Established Indian Student Community
489 Kursk-trained candidates sat FMGE in NBEMS's 2024 report (3,245 across all reports), the sign of a large Indian cohort and peer network.
Fees
Tuition is $7,200/year with hostel included; the fee table on this page adds medical 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
International Infrastructure
English-speaking faculty, international hostels and an Indian student association.
Strong Clinical Training
Affiliated hospitals in Kursk provide structured rotations with high patient volumes across all major medical specialties.
Student Life at Kursk SMU
Kursk SMU has dedicated hostels for international students with on-site security, common rooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity throughout.
A large Indian cohort (489 FMGE candidates in NBEMS's 2024 report) means Indian food options, Hindi-speaking seniors, and cultural events.
The Indian student association organises Diwali, Holi, cricket leagues, and annual cultural shows.
The city of Kursk is compact and student-friendly, with markets, parks, and eateries within easy walking distance of the university campus.
Sports facilities on campus include a gymnasium, football ground, and indoor courts, all accessible to international students.
Kursk - City at a Glance
Population
~450,000
Climate
Continental - cold winters (−8°C to −12°C), warm summers (18–24°C)
Country
Russia
Kursk is a historic city in central Russia with a population of approximately 450,000. It is compact and affordable, but it lies in Kursk Oblast, a region the Indian Embassy in Moscow asked Indian nationals to temporarily relocate from in August 2024. We found nothing that withdraws that advisory, so check the Embassy's own channels before choosing it. The cost of living is moderate, and the large Indian student community means there is always familiar food, language, and culture available. The city has basic amenities including shopping centres, parks, and public transport.
Sources & References
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MBBS at Kursk 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. Kursk SMU is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (FAIMER SCHOOL ID F0000079). 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 Kursk SMU is $7,200. Including hostel (included in the fee) and medical insurance ($190/year), the estimated 6-year package is $44,300. 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 Kursk 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 Kursk 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.
Kursk is a historic city in central Russia with a population of approximately 450,000. It is compact and affordable, but it lies in Kursk Oblast, a region the Indian Embassy in Moscow asked Indian nationals to temporarily relocate from in August 2024. We found nothing that withdraws that advisory, so check the Embassy's own channels before choosing it. The cost of living is moderate, and the large Indian student community means there is always familiar food, language, and culture available. The city has basic amenities including shopping centres, parks, and public transport.
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