Ryazan State Medical University

Ryazan State Medical University (RyazSMU) is a government medical university located near Moscow, offering a 6-year MBBS program with English-medium instruction, affordable fees, and broad international recognition for its medical education. Located in Ryazan city, approximately 190–200 km from Moscow, it is well-connected by train, bus, and road, making travel to and from the city easy for new arrivals. Ryazan State Medical University is a top choice for pursuing MBBS in Russia. More than fifteen batches of Indian students have graduated from Ryazan State Medical University. It is challenging to gain admission to Ryazan State Medical University, as it offers only 60 seats. Generally, the seats fill up within a few days of the university’s admission process starting. If you are really sure about studying MBBS at Ryazan State Medical University, you should get in touch with Global Medical Foundation as soon as possible. We recommend applying for a seat at Ryzan State Medical University at least a year in advance.

Global Medical Foundation has sent students to Ryazan State Medical University. As the university is located approximately 200 km from Moscow, its demand among Indian students has risen significantly. Ryazan State Medical University’s fee for the September 2025 intake was 4,14,000 Rubles per year for the General Medicine course, which is equivalent to MBBS in India.

On this page on Ryazan State Medical University, you will find the following details:

There are several compelling reasons to choose Ryazan State Medical University. Some of the top reasons are:

• Ryazan State Medical University is a WDOMS‑listed medical school (FAIMER, WFME directory), supporting global degree verification and pathways for licensure after meeting destination‑country rules.

• English‑medium MBBS course for all 6 years.

• Government university with 15+ Indian batches already graduated.

• The university has extensive experience in teaching Indian students.

• Proximity to Moscow with a 2.5–3.5 hour connection time by train or car, easing travel and logistics for Indian students.

• Ryazan State Medical University’s fee is comparatively economical among Russian universities for international students.

• There is no overcrowding as Ryazan State Medical University offers only 60 seats to Indian students. This also means that getting a seat is difficult at this university. In recent years, it has been noted that many medical universities in Russia have taken hundreds of admissions and are allegedly failing students to reduce the numbers afterwards. There will be no such problems at Ryazan.

The following is the eligibility criteria for Ryazan State Medical University admission:

• Academics: Passed Class 11th and 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English from a recognised board.

• NEET‑UG: Qualifying marks in NEET are mandatory to pursue MBBS abroad; NEET results are currently valid for three years for MBBS admission overseas, as per official NMC advisories.

• Licensing pathway: To register in India after graduation abroad, the medical program and internship must meet the NMC FMGL Regulations, 2021 (e.g., a minimum of 54 months of academic course + 12 months of internship).

• The student must clear the online entrance exam conducted by Ryazan State Medical University for admission. The university usually conducts the exam in August with tests in Biology and Chemistry. The Global Medical Foundation will assist its students in preparing for and passing the entrance exam for admission to Ryazan State Medical University.

• Distance: The distance from Moscow to Ryazan State Medical University is approximately 200 km, depending on the route and measurement method.

• Time and modes: Trains and buses operate regularly; driving typically takes about 2-3 hours under normal conditions.

• Nearest international gateway: Moscow airports (e.g., Domodedovo) with onward train or road connection to Ryazan.

• The MBBS program is offered in English over 6 years for international students, with Russian language instruction provided for clinical communication purposes.

• No IELTS/TOEFL is required by the university for MBBS admission; candidates should prioritise preparing for NEET and ensuring document readiness.

The number of seats at Ryazan State Medical University is minimal. The university has only one intake, which is in September. The Global Medical Foundation will recommend that students apply for admission one year in advance. For eg., if you wish to apply for admission to Ryazan State Medical University in the September 2026 intake, you should apply for admission with Global Medical Foundation one year in advance. Students are encouraged to apply for admission as soon as possible.

The university conducts its entrance exam in August. Technically, this is the deadline; however, the university usually receives hundreds of applications months before August. Therefore, we do not recommend waiting for June/July. We would suggest that students apply for admission through Global Medical Foundation as soon as possible.

As the Global Medical Foundation assisted students in gaining admission to Ryazan State Medical University for the September 2025 intake, you can confidently rely on the information provided below regarding the fees for Indian students at Ryazan State Medical University. Below is the cost for the 2025 intake:

• Yearly tuition fee: Ruble 4,14,000
• Yearly hostel fee: Ruble 21,950
• Annual medical insurance: Ruble 9,000

The fee for the 2026 intake will be updated by the university in June/July 2026.