BEGIN YOUR MEDICAL JOURNEY IN KAZAN

A Historic Medical University with English-Medium General Medicine Kazan State Medical University is one of Russia's established medical universities, with a history dating back to 1814. The university offers General Medicine in English for international students through its Faculty of International Students. The programme is a six-year full-time Specialist programme leading to the qualification of Physician. Located in Kazan, one of Russia's major educational and cultural centres, KSMU offers students an environment combining medical education, practical training and international student life.

WHY KAZAN STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY?

01. More Than Two Centuries of History

Founded in 1814, Kazan State Medical University has a long-standing history in medical education and healthcare training.

02. English-Medium General Medicine

International students can pursue the six-year General Medicine programme with English as the language of instruction.

03. Dedicated International Student Faculty

KSMU has a dedicated Faculty of International Students supporting the education of students from different countries.

04. Medical & Clinical Training

The curriculum progresses from fundamental medical sciences to clinical disciplines and practical training.

05. Six-Year Specialist Programme

General Medicine is offered as a six-year full-time Specialist programme under speciality 31.05.01.

06. Study in Kazan

Kazan is a major Russian university city with extensive public transport, student infrastructure, healthcare facilities and cultural life.

GENERAL MEDICINE

Your Six-Year Medical Education

The English-medium General Medicine programme is designed to provide students with comprehensive training in medical sciences, clinical disciplines and practical skills.

PROGRAMME DETAILS

Programme:- General Medicine

Speciality Code:- 31.05.01

Duration:- 6 Years

Study Mode:- Full-Time

Medium:- English

Qualification:- Physician

Programme:- LevelSpecialist

Faculty:- Faculty of International Students

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?

FOUNDATION & BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Medical Chemistry

• Anatomy

• Histology

• Embryology

• Cytology

• Normal Physiology

• Biochemistry

• Microbiology

• Pathophysiology

• Pharmacology

• Medical Genetics

• Medical Informatics

PRE-CLINICAL & CLINICAL DISCIPLINES

• Pathological Anatomy

• General Surgery

• Internal Medicine

• Hospital Therapy

• Hospital Surgery

• Pediatrics

• Neurology

• Psychiatry

• Dermatology

• Ophthalmology

• Otorhinolaryngology

• Urology

• Oncology

• Infectious Diseases

• Obstetrics & Gynecology

• Anesthesiology

• Emergency Medicine

• Epidemiology

• Public Health

• Clinical Pharmacology

• Rehabilitation Medicine

The university lists a broad range of medical, clinical and practical disciplines within the General Medicine programme.

CLINICAL & PRACTICAL TRAINING

From Classroom Knowledge to Clinical Practice, Medical education at KSMU includes practical training alongside theoretical study. Students progress through clinical disciplines and practical placements as part of the programme, gaining exposure to medical practice under the university's academic and clinical structure. KSMU's official information for international students identifies clinical bases including Clinical Hospital No. 7 and Clinical Hospital No. 11.

PRACTICAL EXPOSURE INCLUDES

• Patient care

• Clinical examination

• Medical history taking

• Diagnostic approaches

• Therapeutic disciplines

• Surgical disciplines

• Emergency medicine

• Hospital-based clinical training

• Practical medical skills

FEES FOR 2026/27

GENERAL MEDICINE | ENGLISH MEDIUM

636,000 RUB / YEAR

Programme Duration: 6 Years

INDICATIVE TUITION CALCULATION

636,000 RUB × 6 Years = 3,816,000 RUB

This is an indicative calculation based on the current 2026/27 annual tuition fee.

Important: Future-year tuition fees are subject to the university's approved fee structure and may change during the student's course.

The university publishes foreign-student tuition fees annually. Students should always confirm the applicable fee for their admission year before signing the education contract.

COMPLETE COST STRUCTURE

• Tuition: 636,000 RUB

• University Hostel: Approximately 18,000–22,000 RUB*

• Medical Insurance: Approximately 6,000 RUB*

• Medical Examination & Biometrics: Approximately 7,000–10,000 RUB*

• Visa & Migration Expenses: Approximately 2,000–6,000 RUB*

• Food & Personal Expenses: Approximately 180,000–300,000 RUB*

• Estimated Total: 849,000–980,000 RUB

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Who Can Apply?

Indian students seeking admission to General Medicine should satisfy the applicable university requirements as well as the requirements governing medical education for Indian citizens.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Applicants should generally have completed:

• Class 12 / 10+2 or equivalent

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

FOR INDIAN STUDENTS

Students should also meet the applicable NEET qualification requirements for studying medicine abroad and for eventual practice/registration in India.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Applicants may need to provide:

• Valid passport

• Academic certificates

• Academic transcripts / mark sheets

• NEET documentation where applicable

• Passport photographs

• Medical documents

• Required certificates

• Translated/legalised documents where applicable

• Other documents requested by the university

ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

Kazan State Medical University conducts entrance examinations for applicable foreign applicants. For the 2026 admission cycle, KSMU has published entrance-examination information and results for English-medium applicants.

The university's published admission materials include examination subjects such as:

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Physics

• English / applicable language examination

The exact examination requirements and procedure should be confirmed for the student's admission cycle.

For applicable foreign applicants, KSMU's 2026 admission materials state that entrance examinations are conducted remotely through the university's educational portal with proctoring.

2026 ADMISSION TIMELINE

IMPORTANT DATES

• General Medicine / Specialist Programmes

  Application Period:
  20 June 2026 – 15 July 2026

• Additional admission dates may be announced if vacant places remain.

• Preparatory Department

  20 June 2026 – 31 August 2026

Students should always verify the current admission schedule before submitting documents.

DOCUMENTATION PROCESS

Your Application, Step by Step

• STEP 01

  Eligibility Assessment

  We review your academic profile and eligibility.

• STEP 02

  University Selection

  We help you understand the programme, fees and admission requirements.

• STEP 03

  Document Preparation

  Academic and identity documents are prepared according to university requirements.

• STEP 04

  Application Submission

  The application is submitted through the applicable university process.

• STEP 05

  Entrance Examination

  Students complete the applicable entrance examination.

• STEP 06

  Admission Decision

  The university evaluates the application and examination results.

• STEP 07

  Education Contract & Payment

  The student completes the required contractual and payment formalities.

• STEP 08

  Invitation & Visa

  For students from visa-required countries, the required invitation and visa process is completed.

• STEP 09

  Pre-Departure Preparation

  Travel, baggage, accommodation and essential preparations are arranged.

• STEP 10

  Arrival in Kazan

  Students receive guidance for arrival, registration and initial university formalities.

VISA & MIGRATION SUPPORT

Preparing You Before You Leave India

International students from visa-required countries must complete the applicable Russian student-visa and migration procedures.

SUPPORT MAY INCLUDE

• Visa documentation guidance

• University invitation coordination

• Visa application guidance

• Migration documentation

• Arrival documentation

• Registration guidance

• Medical and migration compliance guidance

Students must maintain valid immigration and registration documents throughout their stay.

MEDICAL & MIGRATION COMPLIANCE

Important for International Students

Foreign students may be required to complete applicable:

• Medical examinations

• Fingerprinting

• Photographing

• Migration registration

• Health-related documentation

• Visa extensions

• Other procedures required under Russian law

Requirements can change according to Russian immigration regulations.

NxtGen Educareer helps students understand the applicable process and prepare the required documentation.

STUDENT LIFE IN KAZAN

More Than a University City, Kazan is the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan and one of Russia's major educational and cultural centres. students can experience a city combining:

• Major universities

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Shopping centres

• Restaurants and cafés

• Public transportation

• Sports facilities

• Cultural attractions

• Student communities

Kazan offers an urban student environment while maintaining a strong academic and cultural identity.

LIVING EXPENSES

Students should budget separately for their everyday living expenses.

COMMON EXPENSES

• Food

• Transportation

• Mobile connection

• Internet

• Personal items

• Books and stationery

• Winter clothing

• Leisure

• Local travel

• Medical expenses not covered by insurance

ESTIMATED STUDENT BUDGET

Approximately 15,000–25,000 RUB per month

This is an estimated personal living budget and is not a university fee. Actual expenditure varies according to lifestyle and accommodation arrangements.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN TUITION?

Your Tuition Covers the Educational Programme

The annual tuition fee is the university's charge for the academic programme.

TUITION DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY INCLUDE:

• Air tickets

• Food

• Personal expenses

• Private accommodation

• Medical insurance premium

• Visa expenses

• Medical examination charges

• Migration-related charges

• Personal medical expenses

• Travel outside the university programme

Always distinguish university tuition from the student's overall cost of living.

NxtGen Educareer can provide students with an individual cost estimate based on their accommodation and travel requirements.

FEE DISCLAIMER

Fees and admission requirements are subject to change according to the official regulations, orders and fee structures of Kazan State Medical University and applicable authorities. The tuition fee shown above refers to the published 2026/27 fee structure for foreign students entering in 2026. Hostel, insurance, visa, medical, travel and personal expenses are separate unless expressly stated otherwise. Students should verify the applicable fees and requirements before enrolment.

NxtGen Educareer provides admission guidance and support services. Final admission decisions, fee approvals and enrolment are determined by the university and applicable authorities.