Overview
About Kazan State Medical University
About the University
The Kazan State Medical University, also popularly known as KSMU, is a 200-year-old public university founded in 1814 in Kazan, Russia. It is the third-oldest medical university in Russia, after St. Petersburg and Moscow. As a public university, the management is funded by the Ministry of Healthcare and the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation.
MBBS Learning Experience
KSMU offers clinical training at over 30 affiliated hospitals with access to 9,000+ beds, providing massive hands-on experience with diverse medical cases.
- Duration: 6 Years
- Medium: English
- Clinical base: 30+ affiliated hospitals; 9,000+ hospital beds
- Location: Kazan, Russia
Campus and Student Life
KSMU's infrastructure is robust, including a strong clinical base, modern laboratories, simulation centres, and research facilities. The library holds more than 700,000 printed resources in Russian and English, with free access to 500+ medical and scientific journals. Sports grounds include areas for tennis, cricket, football, basketball, and badminton. A community gym is available for students.
Free Counselling
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Recognition for Indian Students
Kazan State Medical University is listed with major medical education directories and recognition bodies relevant for Indian MBBS aspirants, including WHO, NMC, FAIMER, WDOMS.
How KMC Supports Your Admission
- University shortlisting based on eligibility, destination preference and student profile.
- Admission document guidance with clear timelines and checklist support.
- Visa, travel, hostel and post-arrival coordination for a smoother move abroad.
- Counselling focused on the complete MBBS journey, including FMGE/NExT preparation awareness.
MBBS Details
Key details for Indian students
A quick, practical view of the university facts students usually check before shortlisting an MBBS abroad option.
MBBS Duration
6 Years
Language Medium
English
Clinical Exposure
30+ affiliated hospitals
Hostel Support
Student support available
City
Kazan, Russia
University Type
Public
6,000+ total; 2,000+ international from 57 countries; ~700-800 Indian students
Student Community
30+ affiliated hospitals; 9,000+ hospital beds
Clinical Exposure
WHO, NMC, FAIMER, WDOMS
Recognition
Kazan, Russia
Location
Admission guidance for MBBS abroad
Basic eligibility
- Minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- NEET qualification is required for Indian students.
- Student should be at least 17 years old as per admission norms.
Documents usually needed
- Passport, 10th/12th marksheets, and NEET scorecard.
- Passport-size photos, Aadhaar/PAN, and university application documents.
- KMC helps with admission, visa file, travel, and pre-departure steps.
Recognition and screening guidance
KMC helps students verify recognition status, medium of instruction, documentation, and current eligibility requirements before applying.
WHO
NMC
FAIMER
WDOMS
