Chechen State Medical University (CSMU), located in Grozny, Chechnya, Russia, traces its roots to 1938 and emerged as a prominent medical university post-Second Chechen War. The medical faculty offers a fully English-medium 6-year MBBS/MD equivalent program (5 academic years + 1-year internship). Recognized by the Russian Ministry of Education &
Science, WHO, NMC (India), ECFMG, FAIMER, and listed in WDOMS, the university provides affordable international medical education in the North Caucasus region.
Not Required
NEET Passed
Among The Top
Institution roots date to 1938; medical faculty offering MBBS began after university restoration in the 2000.
Grozny, Chechen Republic, Russia.
Public — government-funded medical university operating under Russian health and education authorities.
Following are the recognition:
Listed in global ranking systems, recognized as one of the MCI/NMC-approved medical institutions in Russia.
The institute offers a range of programs:
Modern infrastructure with simulation labs, smart classrooms, research labs, and affiliated hospitals for clinical rotations.
Selected by international students (notably from India) due to:
• Entire MBBS course taught in English.
• Lower tuition than Western and major Russian universities.
• Indian-friendly hostel and mess support.
• Cultural exposure in a recovering region with growing student services.
Graduates eligible for FMGE/NEXT (India), USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), among others—due to international recognition status.
MD/MBBS program delivered fully in English; Russian taught optionally to assist clinical interactions.
5 years academic + 1-year internship = total 6 years.
One intake per year: September
Experienced educators comprising regional and international faculty giving personalized attention and practical training.
Growing international student base, particularly Indian students; yearly intake modest but diverse.
| Fee | 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd- 6th Year |
|---|---|---|---|
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Tuition Fee |
RUB 245000 |
RUB 245000 |
RUB 245000 |
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Hostel |
RUB 25000 |
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— |
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Food |
USD 1300 |
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A Quick Look
| PARTICULARS | HIGHLIGHT |
|---|---|
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RECOGNITIONS |
WHO, listed in World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), NMC (India), ECFMG, FAIMER, WFME
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NUMBER OF STUDENTS |
Approximately 3,000–4,000 active medical
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MBBS DURATION |
5 years academic + 1-year internship = total 6 years |
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TUITION FEES |
— |
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MESS AND HOSTEL FEES |
— |
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TOEFL/IELTS REQUIREMENT |
Not required |
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NEET |
Required (with minimum qualifying marks) |
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INTAKE TIME |
Two intakes per year: January and September) |
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MEDIUM OF TEACHING |
English (with basic Russian classes for clinical practice) |
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