Bukhara State Medical Institute

Bukhara State Medical Institute was established in 1990 and is located in Bukhara, which is one of the largest cities of Uzbekistan. The total MBBS fees in Bukhara State Medical Institute is INR 24.52 Lacs (Indian Rupees) for 2026 session. It offers the lowest MBBS fees in Uzbekistan for Indian students who wish to study MBBS abroad. The process of MBBS admission in Bukhara State Medical Institute can be easily done online by submitting documents scans. The MBBS eligibility in Bukhara is 50% marks & NEET qualification as per the the latest NMC’s guidelines.

There are 2 academic sessions for MBBS in Bukhara State Medical Institute in an year i.e. February & September session. Eligible students can apply by submitting documents online or by visiting any of our offices.

About Bukhara State Medical Institute

Bukhara State Medical Institute is a government medical institution that functions under the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Science & Higher Education. It was established on the basis of Bukhara Pedagogical Institute that was established in 1930. Today, there are 9 faculties, 50 departments, lyceum, language centre & specialized departments. It is the one of the best options for Indian students to pursue MBBS in Uzbekistan. The main reasons of studying MBBS in Bukhara State Medical Institute are it’s low & affordable fees, top ranking & a good number of Indian students.

Bukhara State Medical Institute ranks in top 10 (According to online ranking portals) among all medical universities in Uzbekistan. Overall, it has 8,000+ students (Uzbeks & foreigners) studying in various fields of medicine and 650+ teachers are engaged in training them. At present, there are more than 500 Indian students studying MBBS in Bukhara State Medical Institute in English medium. The university provides education at undergraduate, post-graduate & doctoral levels. Being one of the most reputed medical institutions of country, it plays a significant role in research activities as well.

MBBS Fees in Bukhara State Medical Institute – 2026

The total MBBS fees in Bukhara State Medical Institute is INR 24.52 Lacs (Indian Rupees) for Indian students. The detailed MBBS fee structure in Bukhara for 2026 session is given below :

Bukhara State Medical Institute	1st Year Fees	2nd-6th/Year Fees	Total Course Fees
Tuition Fees	USD 3,200	USD 3,200	–
Hostel Fees	USD 800	USD 600	–
Visa Extension & Registration	USD 550	USD 500-550	–
Documentation, Translation, Notarization & Development Charges	USD 1,200	–	–
Total Fees	USD 5,750	USD 4,300	USD 27,250
Total Fees (Indian Rupees)	INR 5,17,500	INR 3,87,000	INR 24,52,500

* Indian mess is compulsory in 1st year at additional USD 1,200.
* Fee structure in Indian Rupees is calculated using USD 1 = INR 90.

The MBBS fees in Bukhara State Medical Institute is generally paid through 2 most commonly used methods. First, students carry full 1st year fees with themselves and pay directly after arrival in Uzbekistan. 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 Uzbekistan and provide transaction receipt for confirmation. The online fee transfer must be done before departure from India & it is allowed/accepted by selected medical colleges in Uzbekistan.

MBBS Admission in Bukhara State Medical Institute

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

• Student submits scans of 12th marksheets, passport and NEET qualification (2026/2025/2024).
• Bukhara State Medical Institute issues admission letter on the basis of documents submitted.
• Student submits the scans of valid passport for issuance of invitation letter from university.
• Bukhara State Medical Institute issues invitation letter for study visa & student’s entry to Uzbekistan.
• 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 Uzbekistan.
• Our representatives receives the students at airport in Bukhara and provides them transport to hostel.
• All formalities of medical checkup, visa extension, etc. are completed by our representative in Uzbekistan.

MBBS Eligibility in Bukhara State Medical Institute

The MBBS eligibility in Bukhara State Medical Institute strictly follows the rules set by NMC for Indian students to study abroad. All seats are allotted on the basis of MBBS eligibility in Bukhara and their availability at the time of application. The MBBS eligibility in Bukhara State Medical Institute 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 2026/2025/2024.
• 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 Bukhara State Medical Institute.

WHO/NMC Recognition of Bukhara State Medical Institute

Bukhara State Medical Institute 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 Bukhara State Medical Institute 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 Bukhara 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 Bukhara State Medical Institute

The most important benefits of studying MBBS in Bukhara State Medical Institute for Indian students are as mentioned below :

• Bukhara State Medical Institute ranks in top 10 universities among all higher medical institutions in whole of Uzbekistan.
• It has recognition from NMC as well as WHO, so the medical degree from Bukhara is valid in whole world.
• Being a 36 years old university of Uzbekistan, Bukhara State Medical Institute witnesses a good number of admissions from India.
• The total MBBS fees in Bukhara State Medical Institute is one of the lowest in whole country, and the education quality is exceptional.
• The MBBS eligibility in Bukhara State Medical Institute of 50% marks & NEET qualification makes it lot easy for students to get admission.
• MBBS admission in Bukhara State Medical Institute is quite simple and students can apply online by following a simple process.
• The total duration of MBBS in Bukhara is “6” years which follows NMC rules of 54 months course & 12 months internship.
• The faculty of medicine at Bukhara 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. Uzbek.

Documents Required

The documents required for MBBS admission in Bukhara State Medical Institute are :

• 12th/Inter Marksheet
• 10th/Board Marksheet
• NEET Qualification (2026/2025/2024)
• Original Passport
• Passport Size Photos

Duration of Course

The total duration of MBBS course in Bukhara State Medical Institute is 6 years (5 years 8 months exactly) for Indian students. It includes internship/clinical rotation also, which is required for working as medical practitioner in Uzbekistan 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 Bukhara State Medical Institute 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

Bukhara State Medical Institute provides medical courses at undergraduate & post-graduate & doctoral levels. The faculty of general medicine is the most popular one and it receives the most number of Indian students every year. The university also has preparatory/language faculty for foreign students who wish to study in local language (Uzbek). The faculties at Bukhara State Medical Institute that provide training to local & foreign students are :

• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Pediatrics
• Dentistry Faculty
• Faculty of Medical Pedagogy
• Faculty of Preventive Medicine
• Higher Nursing Faculty
• Preparatory/Language Faculty
• Faculty of Post-Graduation

Indian Students’ Classes

The classes for Indian students in Bukhara State Medical Institute 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 (Uzbek) 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 Bukhara, 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 Bukhara State Medical Institute 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.
• Indian students have to travel out of campus from 3rd year, when they have to attend classes in various hospitals.
• All the hostels have 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 Uzbekistan.
• 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 Bukhara State Medical Institute 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 great enthusiasm every year in hostel.
• Annual sports (Mostly Cricket) and cultural events are organized by Bukhara State Medical Institute for Indian students.

Career Opportunities

Some important steps/guidelines & career opportunities after MBB from Bukhara State Medical Institute for Indian students are :

• Students are awarded MD (Physician) in Uzbekistan, 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.
• Hundreds of Indians from Bukhara have passed FMGE/NExT and are currently working in India.

Bukhara City

Bbukhara is the 7th largest city of Uzbekistan & is located in the southern region of Uzbekistan close to border of Turkmenistan. According to history, Bukhara was the epicentre of Persian culture (Just like Samarkand). Being located on Silk Road, the city serves as a centre of trade, scholarship, culture & religion. Bukhara’s historic mosques & madrassas have even been listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

The major cities surrounding Bukhara other that the Turkmenistan border region are Navoi, Qarshi & Urgench. The city of Turkmenabat (Turkmenistan) is the 1st major city that is very close & adjacent to Bukhara. The city has been very successful in transforming the old infra-structure to a very modern one in past few decades. Bukhara International Airport has frequent flights to most cities around Uzbekistan, Russia & Turkey. For transport within the city regular buses, vans, etc. are available all the time.

Bukhara is home to more than 5 higher education universities & Bukhara State Medical Institute is just one of them. Students from several neighbouring countries apply here every year for different courses in engineering, management, hospitality, aviation, etc. But, almost all Indian student who travel to Uzbekistan have the sole motive of studying MBBS in Bukhara State Medical Institute. The city witnesses a typical Mediterranean climate that has long & warm summer season (+32 to +38 degrees Celsius) and a comparatively shorter winter season (0 to -5 degrees Celsius).

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