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Dagestan State Medical University

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About University
Why Choose Dagestan State Medical University
About City - Makhachkala
Recognitions
Fee Structure
Hospital
Food & Accommodation Facilities
Eligibility Criteria (For Indian Students)
Admission Process
Frequently Asked Questions

Dagestan State Medical University (DSMU) is a government-funded public university that was established back in 1932. With over 90 years of experience in medical education, DSMU is one of the leading medical institutions in the North Caucasus region of Russia. The university has trained thousands of doctors that now practice across Russia, India, and many other countries. Today, more than 5,000 students study here every year with approximately 400-500 Indian students choosing DSMU for their medical career.

Institute Name	Dagestan State Medical University
Location	Makhachkala City, Dagestan Republic, Russia
Type	Government Medical University
Year Established	1932
Program Offered	MBBS / Doctor of Medicine (MD equivalent)
Course Duration	6 years (including internship/clinical training)
Medium of Instruction	English (for International Students)
Accreditation & Recognition	Ministry of Health (Russia); Listed in WDOMS (WHO); NMC Approved (FMGE/NExT eligible)
Ranking	Recognized government medical university in Russia; preferred for affordable MBBS
Tuition Fees*	Approx. USD 4,000 – 5,000 per year
Language in Clinical Settings	English-supported clinical training; Russian language exposure during patient interaction
Intake Sessions	September (Primary Intake)

DSMU was founded in 1932 in Makhachkala which is the capital of Dagestan and is one of the oldest and most reputable medical universities in the Russian Federation.
The university has over 90 years of excellence in medical education, scientific research, and comprehensive clinical training across various medical disciplines.
DSMU annually attracts thousands of international students from India, Bangladesh, African nations, and Middle Eastern countries that choose to pursue MBBS abroad in

Makhachkala is the capital of Dagestan Republic in southern Russia, sitting right on the Caspian Sea coast. It is not Moscow.
If you need constant excitement, Makhachkala will feel limiting. But if you can keep yourself occupied and prefer focusing on studies over partying.
The cost of living is genuinely low among the cheapest in Russia.

Dagestan State Medical University is recognized by NMC & WHO.
Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. Your degree is not just expensive paper, it is actually valid back home.
You can take the FMGE or NExT exams and practice medicine in India, assuming you pass those brutal exams

Year	Tuition Fee	Hostel & Living
1st Year	₹3.8-4.5 Lakhs	₹70,000-1.0 Lakh
2nd Year	₹3.8-4.5 Lakhs	₹70,000-1.0 Lakh
3rd Year	₹3.8-4.5 Lakhs	₹70,000-1.0 Lakh
4th Year	₹3.8-4.5 Lakhs	₹70,000-1.0 Lakh
5th Year	₹3.8-4.5 Lakhs	₹70,000-1.0 Lakh

Total Estimated Cost for 6 Years: ₹31-35 Lakhs

Hospital / Medical Facility	City / Location	Type	Role in MBBS Training
Republican Clinical Hospital	Makhachkala	Government multi-specialty hospital	Major rotations in Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics
City Clinical Hospital No. 1	Makhachkala	Government tertiary hospital	General medicine and emergency exposure
Dagestan Republican Oncology Center	Makhachkala	Specialized cancer hospital	Oncology and radiation therapy training
Republican Children's Clinical Hospital	Makhachkala	Pediatric specialty hospital	Pediatrics and neonatology rotations
City Maternity Hospital	Makhachkala	Maternity and gynecology center	Obstetrics and gynecology practical training
University Teaching Hospital	Makhachkala	University-affiliated hospital	Daily clinical postings and supervised training
Polyclinics & Community Centers	Makhachkala	Outpatient facilities	Community medicine and preventive healthcare

Living Situation:
Hostel rooms are shared with 2-4 students, depending on availability. You get beds, study desks, cupboards for your stuff, and shared bathrooms. It is super basic; think bare minimum functional hostel, nothing fancy. Common kitchens exist where desperate Indian students cook at midnight, trying to recreate their mom's recipes with whatever they find at local markets.

Food Reality:
Here is the honest truth: most Indian students cook their own food, at least for dinner. The university canteen serves Russian food, which is okay if you like soups, potatoes, and meat dishes, but it gets boring fast. Makhachkala has Indian grocery stores where you can buy rice, lentils, spices, and even some Indian snacks. Many seniors run informal mess services where you can get Indian meals for reasonable prices.

Basic Requirements:

10+2 passed with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, scoring a minimum of 50% for the general category and 40% for reserved categories
Valid NEET qualifying score
Minimum 17 years old by December 31st of the admission year
Valid passport for international travel

Getting admission is fairly straightforward:

Initial Eligibility Verification - Check you initial requirements
Application Submission - Submit the application form
Provisional Admission Letter - University reviews application and issues provisional admission letter within 7-10 working days
Fee Payment - Pay the first-year tuition fee
Invitation Letter - You will get an invitation letter
Document Translation - Documents needs to be translated into native language
Visa Application - Apply for the visa
Travel Arrangements - Arrange your travelling tickets
Airport Reception - Once you reach the Airport, Board in the airplane
University Registration - Once reaching the college start for the registrations

Documents you will need:

NEET scorecard and admit card
10th and 12th standard certificates and marksheets
Birth certificate
School leaving certificate / Transfer certificate
Migration certificate (if applicable)
Medical fitness certificate
HIV negative test report
Invitation letter from the university
Visa approval letter
Bank statements or financial proof

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I actually reach Makhachkala from India?

You fly India to Moscow, then take a domestic flight Moscow to Makhachkala (about 2.5-3 hours). The journey is not terrible, just more complicated than more accessible Russian cities. Most students travel in groups during admission season in September.

Is FMGE preparation even realistic here with limited resources?

Should I choose DSMU just because it is the cheapest option?

What is the language of instruction? Do I need to learn Russian?

Is Russia safe for Indian students? What about racism?

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