Orel State University

Orel State University was established in the year 1931 (95 years old) and is located in Orel city of Russia. The total MBBS fees in Orel State University is 24,79,050 Rupees for 2026 session. OrelSU (Oryol) offers a very affordable MBBS fees in Russia for Indian students who wish to study MBBS abroad.

Students can apply for MBBS admission in Orel online by submitting relevant documents’ scans. The MBBS eligibility in Orel is 50% marks & NEET qualification as per the latest NMC rules. There is 1 academic session for MBBS course in Orel State University in whole year i.e. September session.

The MBBS course in Orel State University (Named after I.S. Turgenev)) in English medium was started approx. 10 years ago. Today, it is one of the most popular & chosen medical universities in Russia. Few of the reasons why so many Indians choose Orel to study MBBS in Russia are it’s top ranking, superior education and a huge number of Indian students studying.

• University Type : Government
• Recognitions : WHO, NMC (Earlier MCI)
• Duration : 6 Years (Including Internship)
• Medium of Instruction : English
• Entrance Exam : Yes (Online)
• Ranking : Top 15 (In Russia)
• Total Students : 10,000+
• Indian Students : 2,000+
• Education Level : Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Doctoral
• Departments : Medical, Dentistry, Pharmacy & Nursing

MBBS Fees in Orel State University – 2026

The MBBS fees in Orel State University is 24,79,050 Rupees including tuition fee & hostel accommodation. The detailed MBBS fee structure in Orel in 2026 session is given below :

Orel State University	1st Year Fees	2nd-6th/Year Fees	Total Course Fees
Tuition Fees	3,25,750 Rubles	3,25,750 Rubles	–
Hostel Fees	70,000 Rubles	15,000 Rubles	–
Visa Extension & Medical Insurance	6,000 Rubles	6,000 Rubles	–
Medical Checkup, Biometric, Translation, Notary & Misc. Expenses	20,000 Rubles	–	–
Total Fees (Rubles)	4,21,750 Rubles	3,46,750 Rubles	21,55,500 Rubles
Administrative / One Time Charges	USD 1,200	–	USD 1,200
Total Fees (Rupees)	Rs. 5,71,925	Rs. 3,81,425	Rs. 24,79,050

* 1st year MBBS fees in Orel includes administrative/OTC (One time charges).
* Indian mess facility is compulsory for all students in 1st year at additional USD 1,300.
* Fee structure in Indian Rupees is calculated at – 1 Ruble = 1.10 Rupee & USD 1 = Rs. 90.

Orel State University is generally paid through 2 most commonly used methods. First, students carry full 1st year fees with themselves and pay directly after arrival in Russia. They purchase US Dollars/Rubles in India and pay in respective currency after arrival there.

Second, students can transfer the 1st year fee online through bank directly to university/representative’s account in Russia 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 Russia.

MBBS Admission in Orel State University

Students can apply for MBBS admission in Orel State University through a simple step-by-step process as shown below :

• Student submits scans of 12th marksheets, passport and NEET qualification (2026/2025/2024).
• University issues admission letter confirming MBBS admission in Orel State University.
• Student submits the scans of valid passport for issuance of invitation letter from university.
• OrelSU (Oryol) issues invitation letter for study visa formalities in India & student’s entry to Russia.
• Student submits original marksheets, passport & few additional documents for visa from embassy.
• We assist them in currency exchange for payment on arrival or online fees transfer from India.
• We assist them 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 Russia.
• Our representatives receives the group at airport in Orel and provides them transport to hostel.
• All formalities of medical checkup, visa extension, etc. are completed by our representative in Russia.

MBBS Eligibility in Orel State University

The MBBS eligibility in Orel State University follows the NMC guidelines for admission of Indian students and is as mentioned below :

• 50% Marks : Students from general category must have 50% marks (PCB) in 12th/Inter/Equivalent, while reserved category candidates 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 Orel State University.

WHO/NMC Recognition of Orel State University

Orel State University 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 Orel State University 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 OrelSU (Oryol) 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 Orel State University

The most important benefits of studying MBBS in Orel State University for Indian students are as mentioned below :

• OrelSU (Oryol) ranks on 12th place among all higher education medical institutions in the whole Russia.
• It has recognition from NMC as well as WHO, so the medical degree from Orel is valid in whole world.
• Being a 95 years old university of Russia, Orel witnesses a very huge number of admissions from India.
• OrelSU (Oryol) has been teaching MBBS in English medium to foreign students for more than a decade.
• Hundreds of Indian students have successfully passed and been awarded MBBS degree from OrelSU (Oryol).
• The total MBBS fees in Orel State University is quite low for a medical university which is so popular.
• The MBBS eligibility in Orel of 50% marks & NEET qualification makes it very easy to get admission.
• MBBS admission in Orel State University is simple and students can apply online by following a simple process.
• The total duration of MBBS in OrelSU (Oryol) is “6” years which follows NMC rules of 54 months course & 12 months internship.
• The faculty of medicine at Orel has immense experience in teaching general medicine to Indians 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. Russian

Documents Required

The documents required for MBBS admission in Orel State University are :

• 12th/Inter & 10th/Board Marksheets
• NEET Qualification (2026/2025/2024)
• Original Valid Passport
• HIV & Medical Reports
• Passport Size Photos

Duration of Course

The total duration of MBBS course in Orel State University is 6 years (5 years 8 months exactly) for Indian students. It includes internship/clinical rotation also, which is compulsory for working as medical practitioner in Russia 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 Orel State University for all Indian students is English. All the classes, tests & exams are conducted in English by highly experienced teachers/professors/doctors for foreigners. All medical books by Indian writers are also available in university library and teachers often take references from them during classes. These help the students to prepare for their FMGE/NExT in India during their course of medical education.

Faculties

Most of the foreigners apply for admission in faculty of general medicine which receives the most students every year among all faculties. Students also have the option to enroll in preparatory/language courses, if they wish to study in local language (Russian). The active faculties at Orel State University that provide training to local & foreign students are :

• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Dentistry
• Nursing Faculty
• Faculty of Pharmacology
• Faculty of Post-graduation
• Preparatory/Language Faculty

Classes & Practical

Orel State University 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, foreigners also learn local language (Russian) from the very beginning of course. 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 Orel State University, 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/doctors in English who 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 Orel State University 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 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 not compulsory to stay in hostel during the first year of their MBBS in Orel State University.
• From 2nd year onwards, they can choose to rent a flat/apartment (If they wish to) or continue to stay in university hostel.
• All Indian festivals like Diwali, Holi & Eid are celebrated among Indians with enthusiasm and joy every year.
• Annual sports (Mostly Cricket) and cultural events are organized by OrelSU (Oryol) for Indian students.

Career Opportunities

Some very important steps/guidelines & career opportunities after MBBS from Orel State University for Indian students are :

• Students are awarded MD (Physician) in OrelSU (Oryol), equivalent to the MBBS degree in India.
• All Indian graduates 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 they must score 50% marks in it.
• There is no limit to the number of attempts and they 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.
• They 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 OrelSU (Oryol) have passed FMGE/NExT and are currently working in India.

Orel City

Orel (Also Oryol – Meaning “Eagle” in English) is the capital of Orel Oblast of Russia & is 385 kms. from Moscow. The city is situated in the South western part of Russia close to Russia’s border with Europe. The city was founded in 1566 by Tsar “Ivan the Terrible”. The city has Yuzhny airport for serving domestic & international flights. Trolleybuses, Trams, Buses, vans and taxis are available round the clock for transport within the city at affordable fares.

The majority of population in Volgograd comprises of Russians, Armenians, Belarusians, Azerbaijanis, Tatars, etc. The city of Oryol stands on the banks of Oka river (Main & larger river) & Orlik river (Smaller river). Oryol is an important converging point in road & rail connectivity with all neighboring highways that connect with Moscow and Crimea. Some of the major attractions in city are The Eagle Monument, Lenina Street, Tanker’s Square, etc.

Orel is an education hub with numerous world class government universities for law, agriculture, economics, security, finance & medicine. Most of the Indian students who travel to Orel have the sole motive of studying MBBS in Orel State University. Orel is a perfect city for Indians as it offers quality education, affordable lifestyle & a peaceful environment for students at the same time. The city witnesses mild winters (0 to -10 degrees Celsius) and moderate summers (+25 to +30 degrees Celsius).

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