WHO Approved Medical Universities in Kazakhstan 2026
WHO approved (WDOMS listed) medical universities in Kazakhstan for Indian students 2026. Verified recognition status, fees, FMGE pass rates.
Reviewed by the iAMBBS medical admissions team•Last updated July 2026
Medical universities in Kazakhstan listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO/WDOMS listing is an important recognition alongside NMC approval — it validates that the university meets international standards for medical education.
Among the 48 universities listed, 24 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 $5,303 (₹4.5 lakhs).
WHO / WDOMS Listing Explained
A WHO-approved university in Kazakhstan is one listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), jointly maintained by the World Federation for Medical Education and the FAIMER foundation and referenced by the WHO. WDOMS listing signals that the medical school is recognised by its own country's health authority and meets baseline international standards.
Compare All 48 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 | Atyrau Medical Institute | $3,200 (₹2.7L) | ₹16L | — | Yes |
| 5 | Semey Medical UniversitySemey, Kazakhstan | $5,500 (₹4.7L) | ₹28L | — | Yes |
| 6 | Nur-Sultan Medical CollegeNur-Sultan, Kazakhstan | $3,500 (₹3.0L) | ₹18L | — | Yes |
| 7 | Akmola State Medical AcademyNur-Sultan, Kazakhstan | $4,000 (₹3.4L) | ₹20L | — | Yes |
| 8 | Al-Farabi Kazakh National UniversityAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $5,233 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 9 | West Kazakhstan State Medical UniversityOral, Kazakhstan | $5,233 (₹4.4L) | ₹27L | — | Yes |
| 10 | Kokshetau State UniversityKokshetau, Kazakhstan | $4,600 (₹3.9L) | ₹23L | — | Yes |
| 11 | Kostanay State Medical UniversityKostanay, Kazakhstan | $5,800 (₹4.9L) | ₹30L | — | Yes |
| 12 | Syrym Datov Kazakh Medical UniversityKazakhstan, Kazakhstan | $5,800 (₹4.9L) | ₹30L | — | Yes |
| 13 | Semey Medical CollegeSemey, Kazakhstan | $5,500 (₹4.7L) | ₹28L | — | Yes |
| 14 | Central Asian UniversityAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $3,750 (₹3.2L) | ₹19L | — | Yes |
| 15 | JSC National Scientific Medical CenterAlmaty, Kazakhstan | $6,817 (₹5.8L) | ₹35L | — | Yes |
Showing top 15 by ranking. Full details for all 48 universities below.
West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov State Medical University
North Kazakhstan State University
Ust-Kamenogorsk Medical College
Atyrau Medical Institute
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
Central Asian University
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
Kazakhstan-Russian Medical University
Kyrgyzstan-Kazakhstan Medical Institute
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
Atyrau State University
Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University
Karaganda Medical University
Pavlodar State 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
Caspian University
Nazarbayev University School of Medicine
Mangystau State University
Oral Medical College
International Medical School
WHO Listing vs NMC Approval — You Need Both
For Indian students, WDOMS listing alone is not enough — the university in Kazakhstan must ALSO be NMC-approved for the degree to be usable in India. Treat WHO/WDOMS listing as a quality signal that complements, but does not replace, NMC approval. Always confirm both before applying.
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.