Overview
About Samarkand State Medical University
About the University
Samarkand State Medical University, established in 1930, is one of the oldest medical institutions in Central Asia, located in the historic UNESCO World Heritage city of Samarkand. SamSMU offers a 6-year English-medium MBBS program recognized by WHO, NMC India, ECFMG, and FAIMER. The university has been actively expanding its international student program, particularly for Indian students, with dedicated support services and Indian mess facilities.
MBBS Learning Experience
Students train at SamSMU's network of affiliated hospitals in Samarkand from year 3, covering general medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics, and community health. The hospitals serve a large regional population providing diverse clinical case exposure.
- Duration: 6 Years
- Medium: English
- Clinical base: 10+ affiliated hospitals in Samarkand
- Location: Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Campus and Student Life
SamSMU features modern academic buildings, a central scientific library, simulation labs, updated laboratories, student hostels with Indian food, and sports facilities.
Free Counselling
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Recognition for Indian Students
Samarkand 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
10+ affiliated hospitals in Samarkand
Hostel Support
University hostels
City
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
University Type
Public
5,000+ total; 600+ international
Student Community
10+ affiliated hospitals in Samarkand
Clinical Exposure
WHO, NMC, FAIMER, WDOMS
Recognition
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
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
