International School of Medicine

International School of Medicine (ISM) was established in year 2003 & is located in the city of Bishkek (Capital of Kyrgyzstan). The total MBBS fees in ISM (International School of Medicine) is INR 25.12 & INR 32.32 Lacs (Indian Rupees) in Issyk-Kul & Central campus for 2024 session. It offers a moderate MBBS fees in Kyrgyzstan for Indian students who wish to study MBBS abroad. The process of MBBS admission in ISM (International School of Medicine) can be easily completed online by submitting relevant documents’ scans. The MBBS eligibility in ISM is 50% marks & NEET qualification as per the latest NMC’s guidelines.

There are 2 academic sessions for MBBS in ISM (International School of Medicine) in an year i.e. February & September session. Eligible students can apply by submitting documents online or by visiting any of our offices.

About ISM (International School of Medicine)

ISM (International School of Medicine) is a private higher education medical institution that functions under the Ministry of Health & Ministry of Science & Education of Kyrgyzstan. It is a structural sub-division of IUK which provides education in various fields. ISM (Central Campus) is the oldest campus situated in the heart of Bishkek while the other two campuses  i.e. Issyk-Kul & East Campus are located in outer regions. For years, the central campus has remained the most popular destination among Indians for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan. The main reasons of studying MBBS in International School of Medicine are it’s top ranking, excellent education and location in Bishkek (Capital f Kyrgyzstan).

International School of Medicine ranks among the top 5 (According to online ranking portals)  medical universities in Kyrgyzstan. Overall, there are 7,000+ students (Local Kyrgyz & foreigners) studying medicine & other courses from different countries and 500+ teachers (Including some Indian teachers) are engaged in training them. At present, there are more than 750 Indian students studying MBBS in International School of Medicine in English medium. ISM (Bishkek) provides education at undergraduate, postgraduate & doctoral levels in medical field. It has several students exchange programs with some very renowned universities of Russia & Europe too.

MBBS Fees in ISM (International School of Medicine) – 2024

The MBBS fees in ISM (International School of Medicine) is INR 25.12 & INR 32.32 Lacs (Indian Rupees) in Issyk-Kul & Central campus respectively for Indian students. The detailed MBBS fee structure in ISM for 2024 session is given below :

MBBS Fees in ISM (Central Campus)

ISM (Central Campus)	1st Year Fees	2nd-6th/Year Fees	Total Course Fees
Tuition Fees	USD 5,500	USD 5,500	–
Hostel Fees	USD 900	USD 900	–
Documentation, Translation, Visa Extension, Registration, Medical Insurance & Misc. Charges	USD 2,000	–	–
Total Fees	USD 8,400	USD 6,400	USD 40,400
Total Fees (Indian Rupees)	INR 6,72,000	INR 5,12,000	INR 32,32,000

* Indian mess is compulsory in 1st year at additional USD 120 per month.

MBBS Fees in ISM (Issyk-Kul Campus)

ISM (Issyk-Kul Campus)	1st Year Fees	2nd-6th/Year Fees	Total Course Fees
Tuition Fees	USD 4,000	USD 4,000	–
Hostel Fees	USD 900	USD 900	–
Documentation, Translation, Visa Extension, Registration, Medical Insurance & Misc. Charges	USD 2,000	–	–
Total Fees	USD 6,900	USD 4,900	USD 31,400
Total Fees (Indian Rupees)	INR 5,52,000	INR 3,92,000	INR 25,12,000

* Indian mess is compulsory in 1st year at additional USD 120 per month.

The MBBS fees in ISM (International School of Medicine) is generally paid through 2 most commonly used methods. First, students carry full 1st year fees with themselves and pay directly after arrival in Kyrgyzstan. Students purchase US Dollars in India before departure and pay in US Dollars after arrival there.

Second, students can transfer the 1st year fee online through bank directly to university/representative’s account in Kyrgyzstan and provide transaction receipt for confirmation. The online fee transfer must be done before departure from India & it is allowed/accepted by selected medical universities in Kyrgyzstan.

MBBS Admission in ISM (International School of Medicine)

All eligible candidates from India and other countries can apply for MBBS admission in ISM online or visit any of our offices with prior appointment. Indian students can apply for MBBS admission in International School of Medicine through a simple step-by-step process as shown below :

• Student submits scans of 10th, 12th marksheets and NEET qualification (2024/2023/2022).
• ISM (International School of Medicine) issues admission letter on the basis of documents submitted.
• Student submits the scans of valid passport for issuance of invitation letter from university.
• ISM (International School of Medicine) issues invitation letter for study visa & student’s entry to Kyrgyzstan.
• Student submits original marksheets, passport & few additional documents for visa from embassy.
• We assist students in currency exchange for payment on arrival or online fees transfer from India.
• We assist students in ticket booking and plan their departure in groups, so that they travel together.
• Our representative meets the students at airport and briefs about their trip from Delhi to Kyrgyzstan.
• Our representatives receives the students at airport in Baku and provides them transport to hostel.
• All formalities of medical checkup, visa extension, etc. are completed by our representative in Kyrgyzstan.

MBBS Eligibility in ISM (International School of Medicine)

The MBBS eligibility in ISM (International School of Medicine) strictly follows the rules set by NMC for Indian students to study abroad. All seats are allotted on the basis of MBBS eligibility in ISM and seats availability at the time of application. The exact MBBS eligibility in ISM (International School of Medicine) for admission of Indian students is as below :

• 50% Marks : Students from general category must have 50% marks (PCB) in 12th/Inter/Equivalent, while reserved category students must have 40% marks in the same.
• NEET Qualification : The student must have qualified NEET exam in current year or any of the previous 2 years i.e. NEET must be qualified in either in 2024/2023/2022.
• Age : The student must be of complete full 17 years (By 31st December) in the year of application to comply with the MBBS eligibility in ISM (International School of Medicine).

WHO/NMC Recognition of ISM (International School of Medicine)

International School of Medicine is recognized by NMC & WHO, as it is included in the list of recognized universities on WDOMS and follows the latest NMC guidelines. This clears some major doubts for all students as given below :

• According to NMC’s current rules, students should pursue MBBS from medical universities listed on WDOMS and have minimum course duration of 4.5 years (54 months) & internship/clinical rotation of 1 year (12 months).
• Indian students who take MBBS admission in ISM (International School of Medicine) can appear in the FMGE/NExT in India. After passing this test, they can work as a registered medical practitioner in India (Either in government & private sector).
• Indian students in ISM can also appear in post-graduation entrance exam of other countries, as the university is included in the list of recognized/approved institutions published by WHO on WDOMS.

Benefits of MBBS in ISM (International School of Medicine)

Some very useful points that might help Indian students to decide about studying MBBS in International School of Medicine are :

• International School of Medicine ranks among top 10 higher education medical institutions in whole of Kyrgyzstan.
• It has recognition from NMC as well as WHO, so the medical degree from ISM is valid in whole world.
• Being a 19 years old university of Kyrgyzstan, ISM (Bishkek) witnesses a good number of admissions from India.
• International School of Medicine (ISM) has been teaching MBBS in English medium to Indians (And other foreign students) for more than 15 years.
• More than 2,000 Indian students have successfully passed and been awarded MBBS degree from ISM.
• The total MBBS fees in ISM (International School of Medicine) is quite low & affordable for entire medical course.
• The MBBS eligibility in ISM of 50% marks & NEET qualification makes it lot easy for students to get admission.
• MBBS admission in ISM (International School of Medicine) is quite simple and students can apply online by following a simple process.
• The total duration of MBBS in ISM is 5 years + 1 year internship, as per NMC rules of 54 months course & 12 months internship.
• The faculty of medicine at ISM is highly experienced in teaching general medicine to Indian students in English medium.
• Students get ample exposure to clinical & practical sessions by interacting with local patients in hospitals under doctor’s supervision.
• Indian mess facility is available in hostel premises, so students do not have to waste time in preparing food themselves.
• By the time students complete their medical course, they have full command over another foreign language i.e. Kyrgyz.

Documents Required

The documents required for MBBS in ISM (International School of Medicine) are :

• 10th & 12th/Inter Marksheet
• NEET Qualification (2024/2023/2022)
• Original Passport
• Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate
• Passport Size Photos

Duration of Course

The total duration of MBBS course in International School of Medicine is 5 years + 1 year (Internship in Kyrgyzstan) for Indian students. It includes internship/clinical rotation also, which is required for working as medical practitioner in Kyrgyzstan or any other country. This entire MBBS course duration fully complies with the latest NMC rules, which require Indian students to pursue 4.5 years course (54 months) + 1 year internship (12 months).

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction in International School of Medicine for all Indian students is English. All the classes, tests & exams are conducted in English by highly experienced teachers/professors/doctors for foreign students. All medical books by Indian writers are also available in university library and are often referred during classes. These help the students to be prepare for their FMGE/NExT in India too during their course of medical education.

Faculties

International School of Medicine provides medical education at undergraduate, post-graduate & doctoral levels. The faculty of general medicine is the busy among all faculties and receives huge number of Indian students every year. Other than medical, language/preparatory faculty is also available for students who wish to study in local language (Kyrgyz). The faculties at International School of Medicine that provide training to local & foreign students are :

• Medical faculty
• Dental faculty
• Nursing faculty
• Faculty of post-graduate education
• Faculty of preparatory/language course

Indian Students’ Classes

The classes for Indian students in International School of Medicine comprise of 12-15 foreign students. These small groups perhaps help students to learn and understand subjects in a better way. Indian students begin their classes with a revision of science subjects and selected medical subjects (Anatomy & Histology) during 1st semester. Apart from this, local language (Kyrgyz) is also taught as a subject from the very beginning. This helps them to start interacting with local people for their their daily activities outside university.

During the first 2 years of MBBS course in ISM, more emphasis is given to theoretical subjects. Students attend all of their classes within university campus. From 3rd year onwards, they have to visit hospitals in city and interact with local patients. By this time, Indian students become fluent in local language & do not face any problems in understanding local patients. This makes it easier for them to report back to their teachers in English who then evaluate their performance. The time students spend in hospitals for clinical/practical classes increases with every further year.

Hostel Facilities

The hostels for Indian students in International School of Medicine are situated in the campus & nearby areas. A brief overview of the facilities at hostels is as below :

• Located within the main campus & students attend their classes in university at a walking distance from hostels.
• Some new hostels have also been recently built by university to accommodate the increasing number of Indians.
• Indian students have to travel out of campus from 3rd year, when they have to attend classes in various hospitals.
• All the hostels has CCTV surveillance system & fire alarm safety system installed for the safety of foreigners.
• Students can choose 2/3/4 seater rooms which have study tables & chairs, beds, bed-sheets, wardrobe, lamps, etc.
• They can also submit application to hostel administration, if they wish to the change their room or upgrade it.
• Indian students (boys/girls) are provided accommodation on separate hostels/floors with complete separation.
• The hostels have common facilities of kitchens, laundry, sports hall & reading hall within their premises on each floor.
• It is compulsory for Indian students to stay in university hostel during the first year of their MBBS course in ISM.
• From 2nd year onwards, they can choose to rent a flat/apartment (If they wish to) or continue to stay in university hostel.
• Indian mess facility is available in all hostels of ISM (Bishkek) where they can have breakfast, lunch & dinner.
• The Indian mess is compulsory for all students in 1st year & they can choose from vegetarian/non-vegetarian meals.
• All Indian festivals like Diwali, Holi & Eid are also celebrated among Indian students with enthusiasm every year in hostel.
• Annual sports (Mostly Cricket) and cultural events are organized by International School of Medicine for Indian students.

Career Opportunities

Some important steps/guidelines & career opportunities after MBBS from International School of Medicine for Indian students are :

• Students are awarded MD (Physician) in ISM, equivalent to the MBBS degree in India.
• All Indian students must appear and qualify FMGE/NExT, if they wish to work as a doctor.
• FMGE/NeXT exam is organized twice every year in the months of June & December.
• This is a qualifying exam, conducted in online mode and students must score 50% marks in it.
• There is no limit to the number of attempts and students can re-appear in this exam after every 6 months.
• Once qualified, they must serve 1 year internship in any government hospital from any part of India.
• The students get permanent registration (As a doctor) in India, after they complete their internship.
• Doctors can then work in government/private hospitals or run their own clinics or appear in NEET PG.
• Doctors, who want to pursue PG in English speaking countries can also appear in USMLE, PLAB, NZREX, etc.
• Thousands of Indians from ISM (Bishkek) have passed FMGE/NExT and are currently working in India.

Bishkek City

Bishkek is the capital & largest city of the Kyrgyz Republic. It was earlier known by the names Pishpep & Frunze. The city got it’s current name in the year 1991 when the parliament changed it finally to Bishkek. It is located at an altitude of 2,600 feet and is surrounded by Ala-Too Range & Tian Shan Mountains. The city reflects a wide variety in it’s architecture in marble buildings, soviet styled apartments, courtyards, private houses, boulevards, etc.

Bishkek is considered to be the best in terms of education, opportunities, infrastructure & lifestyle in whole Kyrgyzstan. It is the most populated city of Kyrgyzstan with approx. 66% native Kyrgyz and the remaining being from neighboring countries. Being the hub of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek is very well connected to all other major cities as well as other countries. The city has an international airport which frequent domestic and international flights. Trams, trolley buses, minivans, taxis are easily available for transport within the city.

Bishkek is home to more than 15 institutions and is a an education hub of Kyrgyzstan. ISM (International School of Medicine) is one of the most prestigious institutions located here that attracts huge number of foreign students every year. The city has humid continental climate with average winter temperature being below 0 degrees Celsius and minimum up to -15 degree Celsius. Summers are long and warm with temperature ranging between +25 to +32 degree Celsius. Bishkek is a home to thousands of foreign students (Most of them being from India) who travel here to study medicine every year.

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