Why I Chose Medicine: My Journey into MBBS in Russia Instead of MBBS in India

EOCL India
September 8, 2025

The journey into MBBS in Russia begins after the 12th, when students after the 12th, when students who want to become doctors must become even more serious; at this time, they have to make some significant decisions. And the biggest decision is where and how to take the best and most affordable university for themselves, and how to clear NEET, and which strategies to take help of so that after clearing NEET, students can find the best university for themselves.

Today, I want to share my story on how I decided to study MBBS in Russia rather than India, and why it is the best decision of my life.

Why Students Choose MBBS in Russia Instead of MBBS in India NEET & Seat

To be honest, my NEET score was good, but even if you get only good scores in NEET, it is not guaranteed that you will definitely get a seat in a government medical college in India. And this is main reason for why my journey into MBBS in Russia started taking shape in my mind.

How will your performance be in NEET? It is decided by how many students have participated in the NEET exam and how the paper has been set. All these things decide whether you will get a seat or not. Every year 18 lakh students appear in NEET exam but you will be surprised to know that 18 lakh students appear in the exam but only 1.5 lakh MBBS seats are available for all of them.

And if students who cannot get admission in government colleges want to take admission in a private college, the fees of private colleges are so high that most students can never afford them. The fees of private medical colleges in India are around Rs 15 to 25 lakh per year, and this amount is absolutely impossible for the budget of a middle-class family. Because of this budget problem my journey into MBBS in Russia started.

What makes Russia the Best choice?

When there is talk of going abroad to do MBBS, why do I put Russia at the top? Let me tell you, when the dream of MBBS in India starts getting shattered due to fewer seats and unaffordability, then students should not give up and should choose the path of going abroad for MBBS.

Russia offered world-class medical education with affordability for MBBS students. Russian universities were listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and were acknowledged internationally Top universities like Tver State Medical University are well-recognised for their quality education and global acceptance among Indian students. Russia is one of the best options for Indian students to complete their MBBS education

These are some key points that make Russia the best MBBS option for students:

The highly affordable fees of universities make Russia the most attractive destination for students. In Russia, you can complete your 6-year’ complete MBBS program in just Rs. 20-25 lakhs, which you will not get anywhere else.

You do not have to give any entrance test for admission to Russian universities, like other countries. To be admitted, a decent NEET score was necessary. (which I had), also with good marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 12th grade. Apart from this, there is no need for any other additional exam or donations.

Some people say that the MBBS degree from Russian universities is not acceptable in other countries, but this is completely a myth; rather, the degree from Russian universities is recognised everywhere, be it India, the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, and many other countries.

Students who hear the name of Russia feel that they do not need Russian language for admission in Russian universities, but in Russia, the entire MBBS program for international students is available in English. So that students do not have to face any problem due to language barrier.

The best benefit of studying in Russia for students is that they get a chance to live in an environment with different cultures, languages and different thinking. This experience is amazing, where we share our culture and thoughts with each other.

The Decision

It is good and most affordable to go to Russia for doing MBBS but even after this taking this decision is not that easy, going away from home and that too not to some other state but to some other country is a big decision which cannot be taken in a hurry.

The journey into MBBS in Russia needs very careful planning and mental preparation. Environment, weather, support, and hostel, it is very important to look at all these. You can go through any counseling company but take the decision of going only after keeping your safety and all these points in mind. This is very important.

Our Advice to You

If you want to become a doctor and you cannot get a government seat from any reasons in India and your budget is not able to afford the fees of private colleges in India, then you must definitely go to Russia if you really want to become a doctor.

I know that you will face some problems in the initial time in another country but believe me, your journey into MBBS in Russia will become well once you will be easily solve all the challenges and will also get adjust to the environment there.

Education Orbit Counselling & Link

Journey into MBBS in Russia, EOCL India will make your journey very smooth by taking admission in Russia and settling there. Due to years of experience and successful admission abroad of thousands of students, EOCL India is the best option for you for MBBS Abroad.

Their expert team is with you to solve every doubt of yours.

EOCL India has tie-ups with not just one or two but all the big and best Universities of Russia through which you can take admission in whichever university you want.

About The Author:

Tahseen Khan

I’m Tahseen Khan, an Assistant Vice President with 13+ years of experience in international education, managing student counselling, applications, documentation, and visa processes to ensure a smooth study abroad journey.