Dagestan State Medical University, Makhachkala, Russia
English -Taught Medical Practice (MBBS Equivalent)
Complete Admission Guide for Indian Students (2026 - 27)
β’ Program Code: 31.05.01
β’ Specialty: Medical Practice
β’ Duration of Study: 6 years
β’ Form of Study: Full-time
β’ Qualification Awarded: General Practitioner
β’ Language of Instruction: English (for foreign students)
β’ Admission on Budget (Government-funded seats): Yes
β’ Admission on Paid Basis (Contract): Yes
β Foreign students are typically admitted under paid (contract-based) seats
Seat Matrix (Medical Practice β Paid Educational Services):
β’ Seats for Foreign Students: 250
β Separate competition for international students
β’ Annual Tuition Fee: 420,000 RUB
β’ Estimated Total (6 years): 2,520,000 RUB
Subjects Required:
β’ Chemistry
β’ Biology
β Conducted by the university
β Required for foreign applicants without EGE
Admission of foreign citizens and stateless persons to Dagestan State Medical University under contracts for paid educational services is conducted according to officially established timelines for separate competition groups.
π Application & Document Submission
β’ 20 June 2026 β Start of acceptance of applications and required documents
β’ 20 July 2026 β Deadline for submission of documents with entrance examinations
β’ 29 July 2026 β Deadline for submission of documents without taking entrance examinations
π§ͺ Entrance Examination Period
β’ 26 July 2026 β Start of entrance examinations
β’ 28 July 2026 β Completion of entrance examinations
π Admission & Enrollment Process
β’ 30 July 2026 β Publication of competition (merit) lists
β’ 30 July 2026 (before 12:00 Moscow time) β Deadline for concluding educational agreements (contract signing)
β’ 2 August 2026 β Issuance of official enrollment orders
In case of unfilled places, the university may conduct an additional admission round within the following timeframes:
π Application & Document Submission
β’ 18 September 2026 β Start of acceptance of applications and documents
β’ 21 October 2026 β Deadline for submission of documents with entrance examinations
β’ 27 October 2026 β Deadline for submission of documents without taking entrance examinations
π§ͺ Entrance Examination Period
β’ 23 October 2026 β Start of entrance examinations
β’ 27 October 2026 β Completion of entrance examinations
π Admission & Enrollment Process
β’ 28 October 2026 β Publication of competition (merit) lists
β’ 28 October 2026 (before 17:00 Moscow time) β Deadline for concluding educational agreements (contract signing)
β’ 30 October 2026 β Issuance of enrollment orders
β’ Admission is conducted in two cycles: Main cycle (JuneβAugust) and Additional cycle (SeptemberβOctober)
β’ Each cycle includes: Application submission, Entrance examinations, Merit list publication, Contract signing, and Final enrollment
β’ Separate deadlines exist for: Applicants taking entrance exams and Applicants not taking entrance exams
β’ Contract signing deadlines are: Strictly time-bound (12:00 and 17:00 Moscow time respectively)
β’ Enrollment is finalized only after: Signing of educational agreement and Issuance of official admission order
Foreign citizens and stateless persons applying to Dagestan State Medical University for the Medical Practice (Specialist Program) may be admitted under different admission frameworks established by the university and the Russian Federation.
1οΈβ£ Admission within Government Quota
Foreign citizens may be admitted to study at the expense of budgetary allocations in accordance with: International treaties of the Russian Federation, Federal laws, and Quotas established by the Government of the Russian Federation. Admission under this category is carried out based on directions issued by the authorized federal executive body.
2οΈβ£ Admission Based on International Agreements
Applicants applying under international agreements must: Submit required admission documents and Provide additional documents confirming eligibility under the relevant international agreement.
3οΈβ£ Admission under Paid Educational Services (Contract-Based)
Foreign students may also be admitted on a self-funded basis under contracts for paid educational services.
β’ The university allocates separate seats for foreign citizens
β’ Admission is conducted within separate competition groups for foreign applicants
β This is the most common pathway for international students
Foreign citizens who do not have results of the Unified State Exam (EGE) are admitted based on: Internal entrance examinations conducted by the university
Subjects:
β’ Chemistry
β’ Biology
Admission Competition System:
β’ The university forms separate competition groups for foreign citizens
β’ A separate ranked merit list is prepared for international applicants
Admission is granted based on:
β’ Performance in entrance examinations
β’ Position in the competition list within the foreign applicant group
β’ The university does not accept Russian language test certificates as a substitute for entrance examination results
β’ Applicants must submit: Original or copy of identity document (passport or equivalent)
β’ If violations in admission procedures are identified: The student may be expelled from the university
π Key Admission Features:
β Multiple admission pathways available
β Separate competition for foreign students
β Entrance exams conducted by the university
β Admission strictly based on entrance exam performance
Applicants seeking admission to the specialist program at Dagestan State Medical University are required to undergo a mandatory preliminary medical examination (medical check-up). The medical certificate must be valid only if issued not earlier than one year before the completion of admission procedures and entrance examinations.
Clinical Blood Test including:
Hemoglobin, Color index, Erythrocytes, Platelets, Leukocytes, Leukocyte formula, ESR
Clinical Urine Analysis including:
Specific gravity, Protein, Sugar, Microscopic examination of sediment
Biochemical Screening:
β’ Blood glucose
β’ Cholesterol
Other Tests:
β’ Blood test for syphilis
β’ Tests for: Gonorrhea (smears), Intestinal infections, Typhoid (serological examination), Helminth infections (parasites)
β’ Electrocardiography (ECG)
β’ Chest examination, including: Digital fluorography, or X-ray in two projections (frontal and right lateral views)
Applicants must undergo examination by the following specialist doctors:
β’ Therapist
β’ Psychiatrist
β’ Narcologist
β’ Dermatovenereologist
β’ Otorhinolaryngologist (ENT specialist)
β’ Dentist
β’ Infectious disease specialist
These examinations are part of the mandatory medical clearance process required for admission.
General Medical Contraindications:
Admission may be restricted in cases of:
β’ Congenital anomalies or developmental disorders with significant functional impairment
β’ Severe diseases of the central nervous system (motor/sensory/cognitive/coordination disorders)
β’ Disorders involving loss of consciousness, including Epilepsy and related syndromes
β’ Severe psychiatric disorders requiring continuous medical supervision
β’ Alcoholism, drug addiction, or substance abuse
β’ Malignant neoplasms (cancers)
β’ Severe diseases of: Cardiovascular system, Blood and hematopoietic organs, Endocrine system (advanced stages), Liver and kidneys (with functional insufficiency)
β’ Active forms of tuberculosis
β’ Severe chronic diseases of: Gastrointestinal tract, Musculoskeletal system, Nervous system
β’ Chronic skin diseases with frequent recurrence
β’ Severe visual disorders such as unstable glaucoma
Infectious and Additional Contraindications:
β’ Typhoid, paratyphoid, salmonellosis, dysentery
β’ Helminth infections
β’ Active syphilis
β’ Gonorrhea (during treatment period)
β’ Leprosy
β’ Pediculosis
β’ Contagious skin infections
β’ Active or infectious tuberculosis (including extrapulmonary forms)
β Mandatory medical examination required
β Certificate must be issued within 1 year
β Includes: Laboratory tests, Diagnostic procedures, and Specialist consultations
β Admission depends on medical fitness compliance
β οΈ Important Note: If an applicant has medical contraindications, the university informs the applicant about possible consequences. These conditions may affect: The ability to complete training and Eligibility for future professional medical practice.
β’ Hostel: Dormitory No. 4 & 5
β’ Capacity: 500 seats
β’ Location: Makhachkala
β Dedicated hostel for foreign students
β’ Separate competition for foreign students
β’ Passport required
β’ Admission may be cancelled if rules are violated
β MBBS equivalent: Medical Practice (English Medium)
β Duration: 6 years
β Degree: General Practitioner
β Tuition: 420,000 RUB/year
β Foreign seats: 250
β Entrance exam: Chemistry + Biology
β Two admission cycles
β Dedicated international hostel
Dagestan State Medical University offers:
β’ A 6-year Medical Practice program (MBBS equivalent)
β’ Admission through separate international competition
β’ Defined entrance exam structure (PCB-based)
β’ High foreign student intake capacity
β’ Mandatory medical fitness compliance
β’ Dedicated accommodation for international students
Dagestan State Medical University is located in Makhachkala (North Caucasus region, near the Caspian Sea), which has a relatively warm climate compared to most of Russia.
β’ Winter (NovβMar): 0Β°C to β5Β°C
β’ Summer (JunβAug): 25Β°C to 35Β°C
β’ Overall: Mild winters, hot summers
π This is one of the warmest MBBS destinations in Russia β much easier for Indian students to adapt.
Step 1 β Flight from India
Students travel from Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore to: Moscow / Dubai / Istanbul
Step 2 β Travel to Makhachkala
β’ Domestic flight from Moscow: ~2.5β3 hours
β’ OR via connecting international routes (limited)
Final Step
β’ Arrival at Makhachkala International Airport
β’ University is 20β30 minutes from the airport
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