Samara State Medical University

Samara State Medical University was established in the year 1919 (107 years old) and is located in Samara city of Russia. The total MBBS fees in Samara State Medical University is 31,31,700 Rupees for 2026 session. SamSMU (Samara) offers a very affordable MBBS fees in Russia for Indian students who wish to study MBBS abroad.

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

The MBBS course in Samara State Medical University in English medium was started approx. 6 years ago. Today, it is one of the most popular & chosen medical universities in Russia. Few of the reasons why so many Indians choose Samara 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 20 (In Russia)
• Total Students : 6,000+
• Indian Students : 400+
• Education Level : Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Doctoral
• Departments : Medical, Dentistry, Pharmacy & Nursing

MBBS Fees in Samara State Medical University – 2026

The MBBS fees in Samara State Medical University is 31,31,700 Rupees including tuition fee & hostel accommodation. The detailed MBBS fee structure in Samara in 2026 session is given below :

Samara State Medical University	1st Year Fees	2nd-6th/Year Fees	Total Course Fees
Tuition Fees	4,50,000 Rubles	4,50,000 Rubles	–
Hostel Fees	32,000 Rubles	–	–
Visa Extension & Medical Insurance	6,000 Rubles	–	–
Medical Checkup, Biometric, Translation, Notary & Misc. Expenses	19,000 Rubles	–	–
Total Fees (Rubles)	5,07,000 Rubles	4,50,000 Rubles	27,57,000 Rubles
Administrative / One Time Charges	USD 1,100	–	USD 1,100
Total Fees (Rupees)	Rs. 6,56,700	Rs. 4,95,000	Rs. 31,31,700

* 1st year MBBS fees in Samara includes administrative/OTC (One time charges).
* Indian mess facility is compulsory for all students in 1st year at additional USD 1,200.
* Fee structure in Indian Rupees is calculated at – 1 Ruble = 1.10 Rupee & USD 1 = Rs. 90.

Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical University

Students can apply for MBBS admission in Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical University.
• Student submits the scans of valid passport for issuance of invitation letter from university.
• SamSMU (Samara) 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 Samara and provides them transport to hostel.
• All formalities of medical check-up, visa extension, etc. are completed by our representative in Russia.

MBBS Eligibility in Samara State Medical University

The MBBS eligibility in Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical University.

WHO/NMC Recognition of Samara State Medical University

Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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 SamSMU (Samara) 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 Samara State Medical University

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

• SamSMU (Samara) 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 Samara is valid in whole world.
• Being a 107 years old university of Russia, Samara witnesses a very huge number of admissions from India.
• SamSMU (Samara) 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 SamSMU (Samara).
• The total MBBS fees in Samara State Medical University is quite low for a medical university which is so popular.
• The MBBS eligibility in Samara of 50% marks & NEET qualification makes it very easy to get admission.
• MBBS admission in Samara State Medical University is simple and students can apply online by following a simple process.
• The total duration of MBBS in SamSMU (Samara) is “6” years which follows NMC rules of 54 months course & 12 months internship.
• The faculty of medicine at Samara 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 Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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

Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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 Samara State Medical 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 SamSMU (Samara) for Indian students.

Career Opportunities

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

• Students are awarded MD (Physician) in SamSMU (Samara), 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 SamSMU (Samara) have passed FMGE/NExT and are currently working in India.

Samara City

Samara (Earlier known as – Kuybyshev) is the capital of Samara Oblast of the Russian Federation. The city is situated at a distance of 350 kms. south of Kazan & 1,000 kms east from Moscow. It is the located at the confluence of River Volga & River Samara. By population, it is 9th largest city of Russian Federation & 3rd most populous city on Volga river. The city is a major industrial hub of Russia and has a multi-ethnic population.

The majority of population in Samara comprises of Russians, Tatars, others, etc. Being located centrally in Russia, the city is excellently connected with other major cities through roads, rail & air routes. In 2018, Samara hosted one of the matches of FIFA World Cup at the Samara Arena Stadium. Trams, buses and taxis are available for transport within the city. The most famous places of attraction in Samara are Monument of Glory, Samara Skyline, Soyuz Carrier Rocket Monument, etc.

Samara is an important education hub with more than 26 universities (public & private) for engineering, aviation, petroleum & medicine. Most of the Indian students travel here with the sole motive of studying MBBS in Samara State Medical University. Samara is a perfect place for Indian students as it offers superb education & a peaceful lifestyle for students at the same time. The city witnesses mild winters (0 to -10 degrees Celsius) and moderately warm summers (+20 to +25 degrees Celsius).

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