RUDN University

RUDN University (the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba) is one of Moscow's best-known universities for international students. It offers General Medicine with separate English and Russian tracks, and a four-year Nursing bachelor's degree taught in Russian. Here is what Indian students should know for 2027-28.

Key facts for 2027-28

Location	Moscow, Russia
Founded	1960
Type	Public federal university
Programmes on this page	General Medicine (6 years, English or Russian tracks); Nursing (4 years, Russian)
Intake	September 2027

Always check fees, dates and rules for your intake on the official university website before you apply or pay.

About RUDN University

RUDN was founded in 1960 in Moscow to educate students from Asia, Africa and Latin America. It has since grown into a large federal university with students from more than 150 countries, and international students form a big share of its campus. Its Medical Institute trains doctors, dentists, pharmacists and nurses, with clinical teaching in Moscow hospitals.

Because of its international mission, RUDN has long experience with students who arrive without Russian, and it runs a preparatory faculty for those who want to study in Russian.

General Medicine at RUDN

The General Medicine programme lasts six years. RUDN lists an English-language track separately from the Russian-language track, so choose carefully when you apply: the language, fee and admission rules can differ. The course follows the Russian medical curriculum:

• Years 1–2: anatomy, histology, biochemistry, physiology, biology and Latin.
• Year 3: pathology, pharmacology, microbiology and propaedeutics (introduction to clinical medicine).
• Years 4–6: internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, neurology, infectious diseases and other clinical subjects in Moscow hospitals.

Even on the English track, you will need Russian to talk to patients in the clinical years. RUDN teaches Russian as part of the programme.

Nursing at RUDN

RUDN also offers a four-year Nursing bachelor's degree taught in Russian, with simulation training and practice at clinical sites in Moscow. If you are interested in nursing, you will usually need Russian at a good level first, often through a preparatory year. Indian citizens who later want to work as nurses in India need Indian Nursing Council equivalency.

Why students choose RUDN

• A well-known university in Moscow with a very international student body.
• An English-taught medicine track listed separately from the Russian track.
• Clinical training in a large capital city with many hospitals.
• Strong support services for international students.

Things to think about

• Moscow is the most expensive city in Russia.
• Payment and banking can be difficult; many foreign bank cards do not work in Russia, so plan how you will pay fees and receive money.
• Learn Russian seriously from the first year.

How admission works

Apply through RUDN's international admissions office for your chosen programme and language. Russian universities usually ask for your Class 12 documents, passport and sometimes entrance tests or interviews for international applicants. After admission, the university applies for your visa invitation, and you then apply for the student visa at the Russian embassy or consulate.

Fees and costs

Tuition differs by programme and language track. Ask RUDN for the official 2027-28 fee for your track in writing. Also plan for hostel, food, medical insurance, visa and registration, winter clothing, books and travel.

Life in Moscow

Moscow is Russia's capital and largest city, with an excellent metro, parks, museums and theatres. RUDN's main campus is in the south-west of the city. Indian food shops and restaurants are available, and there are Indian student groups. Winters are long and cold, with snow from November to March, so proper winter clothing is essential.

Before you apply to RUDN University

To practise in India later, you need a qualifying NEET-UG result before you join, and the course must meet the NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate Regulations, 2021: at least 54 months of study, a 12-month internship at the same university, teaching in English and eligibility for a medical licence in Russia. NMC does not approve or list foreign universities, so ask RUDN University to confirm these points in writing and read the latest notices on nmc.org.in. After graduating you will need to clear the licensing exam (currently FMGE) and a 12-month internship in India. Our MBBS abroad guide covers eligibility, documents, FMGE preparation and careers in detail.

2027-28 intake timeline

• October 2026 – January 2027: shortlist RUDN University and other options, read the official 2027-28 admission rules and check that the course meets the NMC conditions.
• February – April 2027: register for NEET-UG 2027 and get your passport and documents ready.
• May 2027: appear for NEET-UG 2027 (NTA will announce the date; recent exams were on the first Sunday of May).
• June – August 2027: apply to RUDN University through its official international admissions channel.
• August – October 2027: admission letter, visa, travel and joining.

Russian universities apply for your visa invitation after admission, which can take a month or more, so do not wait until the last week to apply. Classes for international students usually start in September, with late arrivals possible at some universities.

Related guides

For the bigger picture beyond RUDN University, read these guides:

• Study MBBS in Russia: living costs, visa, climate, student life and the full admission process in Russia.
• MBBS abroad guide: eligibility, recognition in India, costs and choosing a country.
• Compare other universities by country, course and city.

How PSP Education can help

PSP Education has guided Indian students since 1992 and can help you decide whether RUDN University suits you and apply before the 2027-28 deadlines. Book a free counselling session using the form on this page.

Summary and official sources

RUDN University offers two different healthcare study routes in Moscow. General Medicine takes six years, with an English-language track listed separately. Nursing is a four-year bachelor’s course taught in Russian.

Nursing training includes simulation work and practice at clinical sites in Moscow. Applicants should choose the exact course and language before applying through the international admissions office.

Courses and official information

• General Medicine — 6 years; language: English or Russian; separate tracks. Official programme information. Explore this course.
• Nursing — 4 years; language: Russian. Official programme information. Explore this course.

Visit the official university website for current admission rules, fees and application dates.

Indian medical applicants should check the current NMC requirements, NEET bulletin, internship structure and local licensing conditions before applying. Admission alone does not give permission to practise medicine in India.

For nursing practice in India, check the Indian Nursing Council’s foreign qualification equivalency process and the relevant registration requirements.