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Kokshetau State University named after Sh. Ualikhanov is a WHO-recognised university. It is located in the Kokshetau region of Kazakhstan, a Central Asian country and former Soviet republic. Established in 1962, Kokshetau State University is a public university. It is a multi-level university that teaches a variety of courses, including General Medicine. Kokshetau State University started the General Medicine course in 2018. In 2020, the university faculty comprises approximately 410 teachers, including 20 doctors of science, 13 PhD holders, 92 candidates of science, and 214 masters. There are 500+ Indian students at Kokshetau State University. Here is an overview of Kokshetau State University:
| Type | Government |
| Founded in | 1962 |
| NMC Recognised | NMC does not maintain a list of recognised universities abroad; there is no clarity regarding NMC’s recognition of universities abroad. (Updated: August 2025) |
| WHO Recognised | Yes |
| Duration | 6 years |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Need to learn the local language | Yes |
| Tuition Fee | USD 3,800 per year |
| NEET Score required? | Yes, NEET qualifying required |
| Hostel facility available? | Yes |
Kokshetau State University Ranking
Kokshetau State University’s Ranking is as follows –
- According to the Times Higher Education ranking, Kokshetau State University is ranked between 1,001 and 1,500 in the Impact Rankings 2025 and between 201 and 300 in the Quality Education 2025 rankings.
World Rankings are often deceiving, and one should never select a college for MBBS abroad solely on the basis of World rankings. Global Medical Foundation will suggest that the students must take admission in universities with a high FMGE passing percentage. We will suggest that the students should choose universities like:
- Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kazakhstan, had the highest FMGE passing percentage among all universities in three countries — Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan — in the FMGE 2024 examination.
- Bukhara State Medical Institute, Uzbekistan, achieved the highest FMGE passing percentage among all universities in Uzbekistan in the FMGE 2024 examination.
If you are looking for options with a low budget, then you can look into:
- Asian Medical Institute, Kyrgyzstan
Eligibility Criteria for Indian students
Eligibility criteria for admission in Kokshetau State University, MBBS in Kazakhstan for Indian students:
| Age | The student must be at least 17 years old as on 31st December of the year in which the admission is being taken. |
| Board | The candidate must have completed class 12th from a regular and recognised board. |
| Marks for General Category students | The student must have an aggregate of at least 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject. |
| Marks for Other Category students | The candidate must have an aggregate of at least 40% in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and must have English as a compulsory subject. |
| NEET | You need to qualify NEET from 2018 onwards for admission in abroad. NEET result is valid for 3 years from 2018 onwards for MBBS abroad admission. |
| Entrance Exam by the university | The university will conduct an entrance exam. |
Additionally, the university will conduct an entrance exam. This exam will take place in August and will be conducted online. The student will also need to pass an English proficiency exam, such as the IELTS. For more details, contact Global Medical Foundation.
Kokshetau Weather
It is essential to know the climate of the city in which your preferred university is located. After all, you will have to live in this city for the majority of the next 6 years. Below is the average temperature of Kokshetau over the year:
| Month | High | Average | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11°C | -15°C | -18°C |
| February | -9°C | -14°C | -18°C |
| March | -2°C | -6°C | -11°C |
| April | 11°C | 6°C | 0°C |
| May | 19°C | 14°C | 7°C |
| June | 25°C | 20°C | 13°C |
| July | 26°C | 21°C | 15°C |
| August | 24°C | 19°C | 12°C |
| September | 17°C | 12°C | 6°C |
| October | 8°C | 4°C | 0°C |
| November | -2°C | -5°C | -9°C |
| December | -9°C | -12°C | -16°C |
Admission Process for Indian students
For getting the admission letter from Kokshetau State University, the following documents need to be submitted to Global Medical Foundation:
- 10th mark sheet
- 12th mark sheet
- NEET qualified result
- Passport
Initially, you are required to send the scanned copies of the above-mentioned documents to Global Medical Foundation. You can apply for admission through GMF from all over India. We will issue your admission letter, after which you will need to courier the original documents to us for visa processing. Once your visa is approved, we will assist you in completing all the pre-departure formalities. After this, we will send you from Delhi to Kazakhstan, and you will travel as part of a group of students.
The university starts issuing the admission letters in the month of June and the sessions start in September-October.
How to travel from India to Kokshetau State University?
Kokshetau State University is located in Kokshetau, situated in northern Kazakhstan. Kokshetau is far away from Almaty. It is about 1,500 km from Almaty. Therefore, it is difficult for students to travel by train/car.
To travel from Delhi to Kokshetau via Almaty, here’s the step-by-step journey:
1. Delhi (DEL) to Almaty (ALA)
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Direct Flights Available: Airlines like Air Astana and IndiGo operate non-stop flights.
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Flight Duration: Around 3 hours and 15 minutes.
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Frequencies: 1–2 direct flights per day, with multiple departures throughout the week.
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Typical Fare: ₹10,000–₹25,000, depending on season and booking time
2. Almaty (ALA) to Kokshetau (KOV)
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Direct Flights Available: Qazaq Air, Air Astana, FlyArystan, and SCAT Air offer direct flights.
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Flight Duration: About 2 hours and 20 minutes.
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Frequencies: Several direct flights per week (e.g., Qazaq Air runs 3–4 direct flights weekly).
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Typical Fare: One-way fares start at around ₹5,400 to ₹14,500. Booking in advance can help get the lowest prices.
Students can also travel from Almaty to Astana by flight and then take a train/bus/cab to Kokshetau.
Kokshetau State University Fee Structure
Kokshetau State University’s fee structure is relatively low compared to other medical universities in Kazakhstan. The MBBS fee at Kokshetau State University for Indian students is among the lowest in Kazakhstan.
The tuition fee at Kokshetau State University is USD 3,900 per year, and the hostel fee is USD 400 per year. Mess costs USD 1,400 per year. The fee must be paid in instalments, which means you can easily pay the fees over 6 years. Your total budget, including tuition fees and hostel fees, for the six-year program will be approximately ₹19.60 lakh.
