Perm State Medical University, Russia
Perm State Medical University (PSMU) is a higher medical education institution located in Perm, Russian Federation, functioning under the regulatory framework of Russian federal education and healthcare laws. The university operates as a comprehensive medical training center designed to train both domestic and international students across multiple disciplines in medicine and healthcare.
History dates back to October 1916, when the Medical Faculty of Perm University was founded.
Early scientific schools (1916–1920s):
• Electrophysiology and physiology
• Immunity physiology and anaphylaxis
• Histology and tissue evolution
• Parasitology and medical entomology
Developed by researchers: B.F. Verigo, A.A. Zavarzin, V.N. Beklemishev
• 1931 — Independent Medical Institute
• 1994 — Perm State Academy of Medicine
• April 2006 — Named after Academician E.A. Wagner
• October 2014 — Granted University status
During the Great Patriotic War, the university played an active role in medical research and healthcare delivery.
• Development of typhus vaccine in 1942
• State Prize awarded in 1946
• More than 300 scientific studies conducted during wartime
Major scientific surgical school under Academician E.A. Wagner, focusing on:
• Thoracic surgery
• Pulmonary and esophageal diseases
• Abdominal surgery
• Oncology and transplantation
• Vascular pathology and urology
• 6 profile institutes
• 75 academic departments
• More than 140 Doctors of Medical Sciences
• More than 450 Candidates of Medical Sciences
Over the past 5 years:
• 112 patent inventions
• 17 utility model patents
• 161 improvement proposals
Ranks among leading institutions in the region for patent applications and innovation output.
• 47 RHF grants
• 34 RFBR grants
• 16 government grants
• 15 innovation grants (UMNIK program)
• UNODC grant (HIV and hepatitis research)
Collaborates with: Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences and other Russian academic institutions.
• Perm Medical Journal (since 1924)
• Included in official doctoral publication list since 2003
• More than 50,000 doctors trained (historical data)
• Member of Association of Medical Schools in Europe
• Listed in foreign economic relations registry since 1992
• Students from 21 countries (current data)
• 5 academic buildings
• 12 computer labs
• Electronic medical library
• 2 polyclinics
• Dental surgical hospital
• Simulation center (under development)
Accommodation: 9 hostels, internet-enabled and furnished, infrastructure continuously improving.
PSMU has a structured and well-established international education system managed by the Department of Foreign Studies, established in 1992, when the university joined the federal program for export of educational services.
Approximately 1700 foreign students enrolled in various programs.
Students come from: India, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Belarus, Tajikistan, CIS countries and more.
• First intake: 1992–1993 academic year
• First batch: 35 foreign students (Syria, Morocco, others)
• First foreign graduate: 1996 (India)
• Total graduates (1992–2014): 195 doctors from 30 countries
Preparatory program for foreign students introduced in 1996.
Includes: Russian language, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Social sciences.
Department of Russian as a Foreign Language established in 2006. New academic standards for language training introduced in 2012–2013.
Purpose: academic understanding, clinical communication, integration into Russian healthcare environment.
Foreign students have equal access to:
• University library
• Sports facilities
• Academic infrastructure
After completing medical degree, students can pursue: Internship, Residency (ordinatura), Postgraduate programs (aspirantura).
| Process | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01 September 2023 |
| Application End | 16 September 2023 |
| Entrance Tests | 16–25 October 2023 |
| Merit List Publication | 26 October 2023 |
| Enrollment Order | 31 October 2023 |
| Academic Year Start | 01 November 2023 |
Applicants can submit documents through:
• 1. In-person submission (Admissions Committee)
• 2. Online portal submission
• 3. Postal submission
Postal Submission Rules:
• Documents must reach admissions office before deadline
• Late documents → Not accepted
• Incorrect address → Rejected
• Deadline for postal receipt: 16 October 2023
Applicants must submit:
• Application form
• Passport (identity proof)
• Notarized passport translation
• Educational certificate + appendix
• Notarized translation of educational documents
• Recognition certificate (if required)
• Agreement for paid educational services (2 copies)
• Copies must match original size (no scaling allowed)
• Must clearly show seals, signatures, and all records
Application form must:
• Be printed on single A4 sheet (both sides)
• Filled in black ink (block letters)
• No corrections allowed
Documents may be rejected if: incomplete, not readable, or not as per format rules.
• Sending missing documents later → NOT allowed
• Extra documents → NOT accepted and NOT returned
• Documents must be complete at submission stage
The university maintains transparency by publishing accepted/rejected applications, displaying applicant lists, and providing reasons for rejection.
To receive official student invitation:
• Application for invitation
• Financial guarantee (sponsor/parents)
• Passport copies + translation
• Educational certificate + translation
At enrollment, students must submit:
• Original educational documents
• Passport + translation
• Recognition certificate
• Medical certificate
• HIV test
• Medical insurance
• Passport-size photographs
• Entry visa (if applicable)
Admission to the General Medicine (MBBS-equivalent) program at PSMU is based on a mandatory university entrance examination, as per official 2019/2020 regulations for foreign-language instruction.
Admission is NOT based on NEET score.
NEET is required only for:
• NMC eligibility (India)
• FMGE / NExT after graduation
For admission to PSMU, you must clear the university entrance exam.
| Subject | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| Biology | 50 / 100 |
| Chemistry | 50 / 100 |
Same for all applicants. Cannot be changed during admission process.
Available Languages:
• English
• French
• Russian
Foreign students can choose their exam language. English option is formally provided.
English is the preferred and most practical choice for Indian students — matches school background (CBSE/ISC/State Boards) and aligns with English-medium medical studies.
The cost of studying General Medicine (MBBS-equivalent) at PSMU is governed by an official paid educational services contract, which is legally binding between the student and the university.
| Details | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | 284,000 RUB / year |
| Total Course Cost (6 Years) | 1,704,000 RUB |
Option 1: Installments
• 50% before 1 September
• 50% before 1 February
Option 2: Full Payment
• Entire yearly fee before 1 September
Early payment is allowed. Payment via bank transfer or university system.
Fee includes:
• Academic teaching (as per federal standards)
• Access to university infrastructure
• Evaluation and examination system
NOT included (students manage separately):
• Hostel fees
• Living expenses
• Travel costs
• Visa and documentation charges
• Insurance
Fees cannot be increased arbitrarily after contract signing.
Increase allowed only based on official inflation index (Russian government policy).
If fees are not paid, students will:
• Not be allowed to appear in exams
• Not be promoted to next academic year
This is strictly enforced.
Indian students must:
• Pay fees on time (no reminders required)
• Attend classes and pass exams
• Follow university rules and discipline
• Maintain valid visa and documents
Students must:
• Submit documents for visa extension 45 days before expiry
• Maintain valid passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond visa)
• Inform university about: address changes, passport/visa updates, and travel movements
Non-compliance = student's responsibility.
Mandatory:
• HIV negative certificate
• Medical certificate (with vaccination details)
• Health insurance covering: treatment, preventive check-ups, repatriation
Students may be expelled if:
• Academic failure
• Violation of university rules
• Non-payment of fees (>3 months delay)
• Providing false documents
• 11 scientific schools recognized in Russia and internationally
• Approximately 80% of faculty members hold academic degrees
• Every 3rd–4th lecturer is a Doctor of Medical Sciences or Professor
• 6 specialized institutes
• 4 dissertation councils across 10 specialties
• More than 30 utility patents annually
• Research outcomes implemented in public healthcare systems
Research Funding:
• 10 RFFI grants (~10 million rubles total)
Researchers actively participate in Russian and international grants, scientific forums, and collaborative projects with research institutions in Russia, former Soviet republics, and international academic partners.
PSMU collaborates with the Ural Department of the Russian Academy of Sciences, leading to increased research productivity and stronger integration of science into medical practice.
Exposure to research-oriented medical education. Opportunities to engage in:
• Scientific projects
• Academic publications
• Conferences
Integration of research with clinical and practical training.
Student life at PSMU is diverse and activity-oriented, combining academics with cultural, social, and extracurricular engagement. Students actively participate in university, city-level, regional, and national events, often receiving medals, diplomas, and awards.
• "First-Year Students' Dedication"
• "Student Concert-Theatrical Spring"
• "Cheerful and Sharp Club" (KVN-type events)
• Alumni interaction events ("1+6" and "1+5" evenings)
Social initiatives: "City Against Narcotics", "Hope Tree", "Hold Out Your Hand". PSMU students are recognized as active volunteers in Perm Krai.
• Sports Club "Medic" with 16 sports sections
• Choreography, vocal and instrumental groups, theatre collectives
Sports facilities:
• Sports and health-improving center
• Universal sports and training halls
• Table tennis, billiards, darts, therapeutic physical training
Creative infrastructure: Rehearsal halls, musical instruments, stage costumes and performance support.
• Polyclinics with modern equipment, dental clinic, first-aid posts
• Dining halls and buffets with hot meals on campus
Accommodation:
• 5 hostels in the city center
• Total capacity: 1785 students
• New hostel under construction (~300 additional places)
• Ongoing renovation of existing hostels
• 23 named scholarships (in honor of distinguished scientists)
• Amount: 1,500 – 8,000 rubles
• Awarded twice a year (Academic Council meetings)
Additional benefits: academic administration scholarships, scientific grants, free tour packages, swimming pool access, sports and wellness center access, theatre tickets, gifts and welfare support.
Long-running student work groups (25+ years), including:
• "Olympia-service"
• "Phaeton"
• "Legion"
The General Medicine program (31.05.01 – Foreign/English Pathway) at PSMU is treated as a Primary Medical Qualification, subject to prevailing regulations of the National Medical Commission (NMC), India.
• The degree functions as a Primary Medical Qualification (MBBS equivalent) for FMGE eligibility
• Students from PSMU are allowed to appear in FMGE, conducted by NBEMS
• The program aligns with a 6-year medical education structure and the framework required for screening exam eligibility
• Graduates can pursue medical licensure in India after clearing FMGE / NExT
NMC-related eligibility is always subject to:
• Latest NMC regulations
• NEET qualification (mandatory for Indian students)
• Course duration compliance
• Internship requirements
Students must ensure full compliance at the time of admission and during the course.
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Students Appeared | 944 |
| Total Students Passed | 295 |
| Pass Percentage | 31.25% |
295 students successfully cleared FMGE. Indicates active participation of PSMU graduates in FMGE and measurable outcome of student performance.
| Institution | Pass % |
|---|---|
| Perm State Medical University | 31.25% |
| Global FMGE Average (2024) | ~25.80% |
• Temperature: −10°C to −25°C
• Average January: around −15°C
• Snowfall common in winter
• Temperature: 15°C to 25°C
Students travel from:
• Delhi
• Mumbai
• Bangalore
→ To: Moscow, Russia
• Domestic flight: about 2–2.5 hours
• Train: around 20–24 hours
→ Arrival at Perm International Airport (Bolshoye Savino Airport)
• University is 30–45 minutes from the airport
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