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Orenburg State Medical University main building in Orenburg, Russia
Orenburg, Russia Government Medical University

Orenburg State Medical University

Over 80 years of medical excellence with 1,500+ Indian students

Established 1944
Duration 6 years
Medium English
Intake September 2026
Indian students 1,500+
NEET Required
Official 2026–27 Fee Sheet

Fee ledger

$1 = ₹94. Actual amount is subject to change as per the exchange rate of USD to INR.
First year
$6,500 per year

Approx. ₹6,11,000

Tuition, hostel and medical insurance
Each year 2 to 6
$6,500 per year

Approx. ₹6,11,000 per year

Annual renewal for years 2 through 6
Six-year total 6-YEAR COURSE
$39,000

Approx. ₹36,66,000

Total tuition, basic hostel & insurance

✓ Included in the annual fee

  • ✓ Tuition fees
  • ✓ Basic hostel fee
  • ✓ Medical insurance

— Not included in the annual fee

  • — Medical check-up charges
  • — Visa extension fee
First-Year Items

Also payable

Indian mess (mandatory for the 1st year) $1,500
One-time administrative charge (OTAC - 1st year only) $500 (brochure rate: $1,500)
Processing charge (1st year) ₹47,000
Total payable for 1st year $8,500 + ₹47,000
What the administrative charge covers
✓ On-campus FMGE coaching for 6 years in the university
✓ Police verification and police registration
✓ Visa invitation letter
✓ Hostel registration
✓ Local translator in the initial days
✓ Library membership card for 6 years
✓ Airport pickup and refreshment in Russia
✓ Examination fee for 6 years
✓ Access to English textbooks for all subjects

Fees follow each university’s 2026-27 fee sheet and may change with university revisions and exchange rates; confirm current figures with a counsellor before paying.

Requirements

Eligibility criteria

  • 1 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class 12 (40% for reserved categories)
  • 2 Minimum 17 years of age on or before 31st December in the admission year
  • 3 NEET UG qualified (50th percentile for General/EWS, 40th percentile for reserved categories)
  • 4 Free from contagious diseases (medical certificate with HIV negative report required)
Application Dossier

Documents required

✓ Class 10th pass certificate and mark sheet
✓ Class 12th pass certificate and mark sheet
✓ Valid NEET UG scorecard
✓ Valid passport
✓ Passport-size photographs
✓ Medical test report including HIV negative report
Step by step

5-step admission process

1

Apply with documents

Submit the application form along with your Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, NEET scorecard, and passport.

2

Pay fees and get the confirmation letter

Pay the initial university fees and receive your official admission confirmation letter.

3

Submit your passport and get the invitation letter

Submit your passport and medical documents to obtain the official visa invitation letter.

4

Get the visa and fly

Obtain your Russian student visa and fly to Orenburg.

5

Join classes

Complete hostel check-in and police registration with on-ground support and begin your lectures.

Institution Profile

About Orenburg State Medical University

Established in 1944, Orenburg State Medical University (OrSMU) is one of Russia's leading government medical universities. Located in Orenburg near the border of Europe and Asia, the university houses 47 medical science departments and over 550 scientific and faculty staff members.

OrSMU provides hands-on clinical training through reputed teaching hospitals, simulation skill labs, and robotic learning equipment. Over 1,500 Indian students currently study at the university, and its graduates practice across India, the UK, the USA, the Middle East, and Europe.

Over 80 years of medical academic excellence; recognized as the 2nd best medical university of Russia in the brochure.

Recognitions & accreditations
National Medical Commission (NMC)World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER)General Medical Council (GMC PLAB, UK)
Key Highlights

Why choose OrSMU

  • ✓ Established in 1944 with over 80 years of medical academic excellence
  • ✓ Ranked as the 2nd Best Medical University of Russia in the 2026-27 brochure
  • ✓ Home to 1,500+ Indian students currently pursuing MBBS
  • ✓ Fulfills NMC criteria and recognized by WDOMS, ECFMG, FAIMER, and GMC PLAB
  • ✓ High-tech robotic simulation labs and clinical training at affiliated hospitals
  • ✓ Dedicated third hostel reserved specifically for Indian students with an on-campus Indian mess
  • ✓ On-campus FMGE coaching conducted for Indian students across all 6 years
Campus Living

Hostels, food & student life

FMGE coaching on campus

Orenburg State Medical University blends hands-on robotic simulation training with an active campus community of over 1,500 Indian students.

Hostel Accommodation

3 university hostels with comfortable furnished rooms, common kitchens, 24/7 CCTV surveillance, and Wi-Fi access. The third hostel is specifically reserved for Indian students.

Indian Mess

Dedicated Indian mess inside the hostel serving vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals tailored to Indian tastes.

Sports & Recreation

University sports club (founded in 2013) running 12 sports leagues including basketball, swimming, volleyball, indoor football, athletics, table tennis, skiing, gymnastics, and chess, alongside Indian festival celebrations.

Location context

City of Orenburg at a glance

Orenburg is the administrative center of Orenburg Oblast, situated on the Ural River at the geographic boundary between Europe and Asia, 1,478 km southeast of Moscow.

• Continental climate with warm, dry summers and moderately cold winters
• Historic landmarks including the Caravanserai architectural complex, the Pedestrian Bridge between Europe and Asia, and the Holy Trinity Convent of Mercy
• Major regional rail and road hub near the Kazakhstan border
• Well-connected public transport network of buses, trolleybuses, and taxis
Academics

6-year MBBS syllabus

Y1 Year 1
Semester 1
  • • Biology
  • • Anatomy
  • • Russian Language
  • • Latin
  • • Physical Education
  • • Nursing
  • • Physics
Semester 2
  • • Russian Language
  • • Biology
  • • Latin
  • • Nursing
  • • Anatomy
  • • Histology
Y2 Year 2
Semester 1
  • • Russian Language
  • • Anatomy
  • • Histology
  • • Physiology
  • • Biochemistry
Semester 2
  • • Russian Language
  • • Physiology
  • • Microbiology
  • • Immunology
  • • Biochemistry
Y3 Year 3
Semester 1
  • • Microbiology
  • • Immunology
  • • Radiology
  • • Surgery
  • • Pharmacology
  • • Pathophysiology
  • • Pathoanatomy
  • • Internal Medicine
Semester 2
  • • Surgery
  • • Pharmacology
  • • Pathophysiology
  • • Pathoanatomy
  • • Internal Medicine
  • • Topographic Anatomy
Y4 Year 4
Semester 1
  • • Topographic Anatomy
  • • Hygiene
  • • Oncology
  • • Gynecology
  • • Neurology
Semester 2
  • • Gynecology
  • • Neurology
  • • Ophthalmology
  • • Psychiatry
  • • Pediatrics
Y5 Year 5
Semester 1
  • • Therapy
  • • Pediatrics
  • • Psychiatry
  • • Obstetrics
  • • Hospital Surgery
  • • Dermatology
  • • Clinical Anatomy
  • • Traumatology
Semester 2
  • • Obstetrics
  • • Traumatology
  • • Therapy
  • • Hospital Surgery
  • • Dermatology
Y6 Year 6
Semester 1
  • • Obstetrics
  • • Gynecology
  • • Therapy
  • • Lab Diagnostics
Semester 2
  • • Surgery
  • • Pediatrics
  • • Emergency Medicine
Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

How many departments does Orenburg State Medical University have?
Orenburg State Medical University has 47 departments of medical sciences.
What is the language of instruction at Orenburg State Medical University?
English is the medium of classroom instruction for international MBBS students. Russian is taught as a subject so students can converse with patients during clinical training.
Is there a separate hostel for Indian students?
Yes. Out of the three university hostels, the third hostel is reserved for Indian students and includes an on-campus Indian mess.
What is the annual tuition fee at Orenburg State Medical University?
The annual fee is $6,500 per year from Year 1 through Year 6, totaling $39,000 for the 6-year course (covering tuition, basic hostel, and medical insurance).
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