Government MBBS Universities in Russia 2026
List of government-funded medical universities in Russia 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 Russia 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 143 universities listed, 72 are NMC approved and 143 are government institutions. The highest FMGE pass rate is 100% at Belgorod State University. Average annual fees are approximately $5,445 (₹4.6 lakhs).
Government vs Private Medical Universities in Russia
Government (state-funded) medical universities in Russia 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 Top 50 of 143 Universities
| # | University | Fees / yr | 6-yr Total | FMGE % | NMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgorod State University | $4,900 (₹4.2L) | ₹25L | 100% | Yes |
| 2 | Kazan State Medical UniversityKazan, Russia | $7,941 (₹6.7L) | ₹40L | 24% | Yes |
| 3 | Tambov State University | $4,556 (₹3.9L) | ₹23L | 34% | Yes |
| 4 | Kazan Medical CollegeKazan, Russia | $7,941 (₹6.7L) | ₹40L | — | Yes |
| 5 | Kursk State Medical UniversityKursk, Russia | $6,397 (₹5.4L) | ₹33L | 18% | Yes |
| 6 | Tver Medical CollegeTver, Russia | $4,778 (₹4.1L) | ₹24L | — | Yes |
| 7 | Moscow Medical College 1Moscow, Russia | $6,862 (₹5.8L) | ₹35L | — | Yes |
| 8 | North Caucasian State Medical Academy | $3,333 (₹2.8L) | ₹17L | — | Yes |
| 9 | Kemerovo Medical AcademyKemerovo, Russia | $4,346 (₹3.7L) | ₹22L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Samara State Medical UniversitySamara, Russia | $5,733 (₹4.9L) | ₹29L | 7% | Yes |
| 11 | Moscow Pediatric Medical CollegeMoscow, Russia | $5,202 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 12 | Moscow Teaching Hospital Faculty Of MedicineMoscow, Russia | $5,202 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 13 | Moscow Psychiatry Medical CollegeMoscow, Russia | $5,202 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 14 | Moscow Regional Medical AcademyMoscow, Russia | $5,202 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 15 | Dagestan State Medical UniversityMakhachkala, Russia | $5,108 (₹4.3L) | ₹26L | 6% | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 143 universities below.
Belgorod State University
Kazan State Medical University
Tambov State University
Kazan Medical College
Kursk State Medical University
Tver Medical College
Moscow Medical College 1
North Caucasian State Medical Academy
Kemerovo Medical Academy
Samara State Medical University
Moscow Pediatric Medical College
Moscow Teaching Hospital Faculty Of Medicine
Moscow Psychiatry Medical College
Moscow Regional Medical Academy
Dagestan State Medical University
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Moscow Medical College 2
Tomsk Medical Institute
Siberian State Medical University
Krasnodar Medical College
Tomsk Medical College
Sibirskaya Medical Institute
Saint Petersburg Geriatrics Medical Institute
Tula State University
Ryazan Medical College
Astrakhan Medical College
Orel Medical College
Saratov Medical Institute
Vladikavkaz Medical College
Chelyabinsk Medical College
Petrozavodsk Medical Institute
Petrozavodsk State University
Chuvash State Medical University
Tambov Medical Institute
Crimea Federal University Medical Academy
Yaroslavl Medical College
Grozny Medical Institute
Tambov Medical College
Tomsk Pediatric College
Makhachkala Medical College
Kemerovo Medical College
Volgograd Medical College
Moscow Dentistry Medical Institute
Moscow Clinical Hospital Medical Institute
Moscow Rehabilitation Medical Institute
Moscow Community Health Institute
Tyumen Medical University
Tyumen Medical College
Tyumen State Medical University
Novosibirsk Medical College
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 Russia
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 Russia, through admission and visa, to arrival support.