Perm State Medical University - Russia, Perm

About Perm State Medical University

• Founded in 1916 as a medical faculty of Perm University; became an independent institute in 1931 and gained full university status in 2014.
• One of Russia’s oldest and leading medical universities, with 50,000+ graduates and strong scientific-research traditions.
• Offers a 6-year MBBS/MD program in English or Russian, with clinical training beginning in early years and multiple medical faculties (pediatrics, dentistry, preventive medicine, etc.).
• Globally recognized—listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and approved by bodies such as WHO, NMC (India), ECFMG, and others.
• Known for affordable fees and living costs, roughly USD 5,000–5,500 tuition per year with low monthly expenses.
• Provides modern infrastructure, research facilities, simulation centers, and affiliated hospitals for practical training.
• Has experienced faculty and strong academic environment, with many lecturers holding advanced degrees.
• Hosts international students from many countries, offering hostels, cultural activities, and a multicultural campus life.
• Ranked among notable Russian medical institutions (e.g., around 35th in Russia in recent rankings). 

For Indian Students

• Established in 1916; one of Russia’s oldest medical universities.
• 6-year MBBS in English with clinical training from early years.
• Recognized by WHO, NMC, ECFMG, GMC, FAIMER, etc.
• 1,000+ Indian students and Indian mess/hostel facilities available.
• Modern labs, simulation centers, large medical library, and hospital training.
• Safe, student-friendly city with low living cost.
• Eligible for NEXT, USMLE, PLAB and other global licensing exams.

Approvals

• National Medical Commission (NMC), India – degree accepted for Indian students.
• World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) – globally listed medical university.
• ECFMG (USA) – eligible for US medical licensing pathway.
• FAIMER – registered in the international medical education database.
• Medical Council of Canada (MCC) – recognized for Canadian licensing exams.
• Russian Ministry of Health & Ministry of Science/Higher Education – officially accredited in Russia.
• Graduates can appear for FMGE/NEXT, USMLE, PLAB, and other licensing exams after completing MBBS. 

Climate

• Cold continental climate with long, very cold winters and short, mild summers.
• Winter temperatures often around ?13 °C average in January, with frequent snowfall and very short daylight.
• Snowfall occurs most of the year (about 150 days annually), especially heavy in January.
• Summer is mild, with July highs around 22 °C and long daylight hours.
• Annual rainfall about 657 mm, with June the wettest month.
• First snow can begin in September and winter conditions last for many months.

Documents Required

• 12th marksheet
• Aadhar scanned copy
• Passport
• Neet result copy
• Passport size photo with white background