Government MBBS Universities in Kazakhstan 2026
List of government-funded medical universities in Kazakhstan for MBBS. Lower fees, better infrastructure, and higher FMGE pass rates compared to private universities.
Reviewed by the iAMBBS medical admissions team•Last updated July 2026
Government medical universities in Kazakhstan are publicly funded institutions that typically offer lower tuition fees, better-equipped teaching hospitals, and higher FMGE pass rates than their private counterparts. These universities are the preferred choice for budget-conscious Indian students seeking quality MBBS education abroad.
Among the 38 universities listed, 19 are NMC approved and 38 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 84% at Karaganda State Medical University. Average annual fees are approximately $5,483 (₹4.7 lakhs).
Government vs Private Medical Universities in Kazakhstan
Government (state-funded) medical universities in Kazakhstan are usually the first choice for Indian students because they typically charge lower tuition, have larger established teaching hospitals, and often post stronger FMGE outcomes than private institutions. They are state-run, which generally means better-regulated infrastructure and a longer track record of training doctors.
Compare All 38 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov State Medical UniversityRepublic of Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan | $4,500 (₹3.8L) | ₹23L | — | Yes |
| 2 | North Kazakhstan State UniversityPetropavl, Kazakhstan | $5,233 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 3 | Ust-Kamenogorsk Medical CollegeUst-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan | $4,917 (₹4.2L) | ₹25L | — | Yes |
| 4 | Semey Medical UniversitySemey, Kazakhstan | $5,500 (₹4.7L) | ₹28L | — | Yes |
| 5 | Nur-Sultan Medical CollegeNur-Sultan, Kazakhstan | $3,500 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | — | Yes |
| 6 | Akmola State Medical AcademyNur-Sultan, Kazakhstan | $4,000 (₹3.4L) | ₹20L | — | Yes |
| 7 | Al-Farabi Kazakh National UniversityAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $5,233 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 8 | West Kazakhstan State Medical UniversityOral, Kazakhstan | $5,233 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 9 | Kokshetau State UniversityKokshetau, Kazakhstan | $4,600 (₹3.9L) | ₹23L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Kostanay State Medical UniversityKostanay, Kazakhstan | $5,800 (₹4.9L) | ₹30L | — | Yes |
| 11 | Syrym Datov Kazakh Medical UniversityKazakhstan, Kazakhstan | $5,800 (₹4.9L) | ₹30L | — | Yes |
| 12 | Semey Medical CollegeSemey, Kazakhstan | $5,500 (₹4.7L) | ₹28L | — | Yes |
| 13 | JSC National Scientific Medical CenterAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $6,817 (₹5.8L) | ₹35L | — | Yes |
| 14 | Medical University AlatauAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $6,817 (₹5.8L) | ₹35L | — | Yes |
| 15 | Kazakh National Medical UniversityAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $6,817 (₹5.8L) | ₹35L | — | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 38 universities below.
West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov State Medical University
North Kazakhstan State University
Ust-Kamenogorsk Medical College
Semey Medical University
Nur-Sultan Medical College
Akmola State Medical Academy
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
West Kazakhstan State Medical University
Kokshetau State University
Kostanay State Medical University
Syrym Datov Kazakh Medical University
Semey Medical College
JSC National Scientific Medical Center
Medical University Alatau
Kazakh National Medical University
Kazakhstani Medical Institute
Kostanay Medical Academy
International Kazakh-Turkish University
Almaty Medical College
Karaganda State Medical University
Semey State Medical University
South Kazakhstan Medical Academy
Shymkent Medical College
Astana Medical University
Almaty Medical University
Taraz State Medical University
Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University
Karaganda Medical University
Uralsk State Western Kazakhstan University
Kokshetau University
Aktobe Medical University
Aktobe Regional State Medical University
Aktobe Medical Institute
Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University
Karaganda Medical College
East Kazakhstan State Technical University
Nazarbayev University School of Medicine
Mangystau State University
What to Weigh Before Choosing a Government University
Lower fees are the headline benefit, but confirm the total six-year cost (tuition + hostel + living), the language of clinical instruction, and the university's NMC approval and FMGE pass rate. Some government universities teach clinical years partly in the local language — check that English-medium clinical exposure is genuinely available for the full course.
How to Apply for MBBS in Kazakhstan
Once you have shortlisted a university from the list above, the process is straightforward: confirm you have qualified NEET, prepare your documents (10th/12th mark sheets, NEET scorecard, passport), apply to the university, receive the admission/invitation letter, and process your student visa. iAMBBS provides free, honest guidance at every step — from matching your NEET score and budget to a university in Kazakhstan, through admission and visa, to arrival support.