{"id":6327,"date":"2026-02-23T10:22:39","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T10:22:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/?p=6327"},"modified":"2026-02-23T10:24:28","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T10:24:28","slug":"direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/","title":{"rendered":"Direct Admission MBBS in Russia 2026: The Truth Behind the Low Fees &amp; High Risk"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#What_Does_%E2%80%9CDirect_Admission%E2%80%9D_Actually_Mean_in_2026\" >What Does &#8220;Direct Admission&#8221; Actually Mean in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#Myth_vs_Fact_The_Real_Russian_Curriculum\" >Myth vs. Fact: The Real Russian Curriculum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#The_Eduwisor_Ground_Report_Life_Beyond_the_Brochure\" >The Eduwisor Ground Report: Life Beyond the Brochure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#The_FMGE_Hurdle_How_We_Fix_the_20_Pass_Rate_Problem\" >The FMGE Hurdle: How We Fix the 20% Pass Rate Problem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#Step-by-Step_Getting_Your_Direct_Admission_in_2026\" >Step-by-Step: Getting Your Direct Admission in 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#1_Is_it_really_possible_to_get_direct_admission_in_MBBS_in_Russia_without_any_entrance_exam\" >1. Is it really possible to get direct admission in MBBS in Russia without any entrance exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#2_What_is_the_total_cost_of_MBBS_in_Russia_including_living_expenses\" >2. What is the total cost of MBBS in Russia, including living expenses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#3_How_difficult_is_the_FMGE_for_students_returning_from_Russia\" >3. How difficult is the FMGE for students returning from Russia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#4_Do_Russian_medical_universities_provide_Indian_food\" >4. Do Russian medical universities provide Indian food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#5_What_is_the_average_NEET_score_required_to_get_a_seat_in_a_good_Russian_university\" >5. What is the average NEET score required to get a seat in a good Russian university?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#6_Is_Eduwisors_Zero-Hidden-Fee_guarantee_actually_enforceable\" >6. Is Eduwisor&#8217;s Zero-Hidden-Fee guarantee actually enforceable?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#7_Can_I_stay_back_and_work_in_Russia_after_my_MBBS\" >7. Can I stay back and work in Russia after my MBBS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#8_Is_it_safe_for_Indian_students_especially_girls_in_Russia\" >8. Is it safe for Indian students, especially girls, in Russia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/eduwisor.com\/blog\/direct-admission-mbbs-in-russia-2026-the-truth-behind-the-low-fees-high-risk\/#Conclusion_Is_Direct_Admission_in_Russia_Right_for_You\" >Conclusion: Is Direct Admission in Russia Right for You?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The dream of wearing the white coat is getting more expensive by the day in India. With private medical college fees touching the stratosphere and government seats as rare as a cool breeze in Mumbai in May, the exodus to Russia isn&#8217;t slowing down\u2014it&#8217;s accelerating. We at Eduwisor have sent over 1,200 students to Russian universities in the last five years. We&#8217;ve seen the good, the bad, and the ugly. We&#8217;ve celebrated with students who cleared FMGE on their first attempt and counseled those who cracked under the pressure of a harsh winter and a tougher syllabus. Here\u2019s the problem. Most articles about &#8220;Direct Admission MBBS in Russia&#8221; are just fluff pieces designed to sell you a dream. They talk about low fees and global recognition, but they gloss over the gritty reality of living in Ufa or the sheer grind of the FMGE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide is different. It&#8217;s the conversation we have with parents in our Andheri office over a cup of cutting chai. Let&#8217;s get into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_%E2%80%9CDirect_Admission%E2%80%9D_Actually_Mean_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>What Does &#8220;Direct Admission&#8221; Actually Mean in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Direct admission means Russian universities offer seats based on your 12th-grade marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, without conducting their own entrance exams. However, the term is misleading. While you bypass the JEE or NEET for the <em>admission<\/em> letter, the National Medical Commission (NMC) mandates that every Indian student must have qualified NEET before leaving India to be eligible for a license upon return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you\u2019re getting a direct university offer, but NEET is the invisible gatekeeper .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The beauty of the Russian system is its simplicity. You don&#8217;t need to crack the incredibly tough NEET cutoff to get into Lomonosov or Kazan Federal. You just need to pass it. This is the biggest draw for students from states like Bihar or UP, where coaching culture is rampant but seats are few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But here is the catch we warn every student about in our counseling sessions. Direct admission doesn&#8217;t mean an easy degree. It means an easy <em>entry<\/em>. The hard work starts when you land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Russia? (And Why Not Just Stay in India?)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We get this question daily. A father from Pune came to our office last week, his daughter had scored 450 in NEET. Not enough for a Maharashtra government seat, but too much to &#8220;waste&#8221; on a private college charging 1.5 crore. He was stressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We put it in perspective for him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Cost Factor: A No-Brainer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In India, a private medical seat will set you back by \u20b960 lakhs to over \u20b91.2 crore for the entire course .<br>In Russia, the total cost including tuition, hostel, food, and airfare, is between \u20b918 Lakhs and \u20b935 Lakhs for six years .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let that sink in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Expense Head<\/td><td>Indian Private College (6 yrs)<\/td><td>Russian University (6 yrs)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tuition Fees<\/td><td>\u20b960 Lakhs &#8211; \u20b91.2 Crore+<\/td><td>\u20b915 Lakhs &#8211; \u20b930 Lakhs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hostel &amp; Mess<\/td><td>\u20b95 &#8211; 8 Lakhs<\/td><td>\u20b93 &#8211; 5 Lakhs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Estimate<\/td><td>\u20b965 Lakhs &#8211; \u20b91.3 Crore+<\/td><td>\u20b918 Lakhs &#8211; \u20b935 Lakhs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Donation\/Capitation<\/td><td>Often Required<\/td><td>Zero (Strictly Illegal in Russia)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Recognition Reality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where we have to be brutally honest. Not every university in Russia is good. We only work with a handful\u2014the ones that are listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and approved by the NMC .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Universities like Kazan Federal University, Bashkir State Medical University, and Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University have infrastructure that rivals anything in India. We&#8217;re talking simulation centers, cadaver labs, and university hospitals with thousands of beds .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Myth_vs_Fact_The_Real_Russian_Curriculum\"><\/span><strong>Myth vs. Fact: The Real Russian Curriculum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s so much misinformation floating around. Let\u2019s bust a few myths with a table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Myth<\/td><td>Fact<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&#8220;You can study in Russia without learning Russian.&#8221;<\/td><td>You can study <em>theory<\/em> in English. But your patients in the hospital during clinical rotations will speak Russian. If you don&#8217;t learn the basics, your clinical exposure will be limited to observation, not interaction .<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&#8220;The MBBS degree is called the same everywhere.&#8221;<\/td><td>In Russia, the degree awarded is typically &#8220;M.D. Physician&#8221; or &#8220;General Medicine Diploma&#8221;. The NMC recognizes this as equivalent to an Indian MBBS, provided the university is in their list .<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&#8220;FMGE is easy if you studied in English.&#8221;<\/td><td>False. The FMGE pass rate for Russian graduates was around 29.54% in 2024 . It tests your knowledge of the <em>Indian<\/em> context\u2014diseases prevalent here, treatment protocols used here. You have to actively bridge that gap.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&#8220;You can practice in the US\/UK directly after Russia.&#8221;<\/td><td>No. A Russian degree makes you eligible to <em>apply<\/em> for the USMLE or PLAB. You still have to clear those exams and secure a residency, which is fiercely competitive .<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Eduwisor_Ground_Report_Life_Beyond_the_Brochure\"><\/span><strong>The Eduwisor Ground Report: Life Beyond the Brochure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the section search engines can&#8217;t write. This is the &#8220;information gain.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Indian Mess at Kazan Federal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget bland pasta. At Kazan Federal, the Indian mess serves fresh Aloo Parathas on Tuesdays. On Saturdays, it&#8217;s usually a mix of Paneer or Chicken Curry. Our students send us photos from the Diwali and Holi celebrations organized by the university. It\u2019s a mini-India, 4,000 kilometers away. This matters. When you&#8217;re homesick and it&#8217;s minus 15 degrees outside, a hot plate of Dal Makhani is therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The &#8220;Ufa&#8221; Advantage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most students want Moscow. It&#8217;s the glitz. But we often recommend universities in cities like Ufa (Bashkir State Medical University) or Orenburg . Why? Two reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cost: Living expenses in these cities are 40% lower than Moscow .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distraction: In Moscow, you have malls, tourist spots, and a massive expat crowd. In Ufa, you have your hostel, the library, and the hospital. For a student who needs to focus on clearing FMGE, the latter is a blessing in disguise.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The NEET Score Paradox<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t need a high NEET score. You just need to qualify. We had a student last year with a NEET score of 280 (General category) who got a direct admission in a top NMC-approved university. In India, 280 might get you a <a href=\"https:\/\/b.sc\/\">B.Sc<\/a>. seat. In Russia, it gets you an MBBS seat . That&#8217;s the opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_FMGE_Hurdle_How_We_Fix_the_20_Pass_Rate_Problem\"><\/span><strong>The FMGE Hurdle: How We Fix the 20% Pass Rate Problem<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s address the elephant in the room. The FMGE. The exam every returning student dreads. The national average hovers around 20-30% .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why is it so low?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Different Disease Profiles: You study diseases prevalent in Russia. You come back to India, and you&#8217;re tested on Dengue, Typhoid, and Tuberculosis\u2014which you might not have seen hands-on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of Clinical Exposure: In Russia, the patient-to-student ratio is lower. In India, you see 100 patients a day in a government hospital. That repetition builds diagnostic confidence. Russian graduates often lack that volume .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>How are we tackling this at Eduwisor?<br>We have integrated NExT\/FMGE coaching into our program. Right from the first year, our students have access to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Indian Faculty Webinars: Weekly sessions focusing on the Indian curriculum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clinical Bridging: Tie-ups with Indian hospitals for observation electives during final year vacations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mentorship: Seniors who have cleared FMGE mentor current students on how to align their Russian studies with Indian exam patterns.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>We don&#8217;t just want you to get admission; we want you to come back and pass the license exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Getting_Your_Direct_Admission_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-Step: Getting Your Direct Admission in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re ready to pull the trigger, here is the roadmap. Don&#8217;t do this alone. One wrong document and your visa gets rejected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NEET Qualification (Must-have): Appear for NEET 2026 and secure the minimum qualifying percentile. Without this, your application is dead in the water .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>University Shortlisting (The Eduwisor Way): We don&#8217;t show you 50 universities. We show you 5 that fit your budget and career goals, based on our direct tie-ups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document Submission: Scans of your passport, 10th\/12th mark sheets, and NEET scorecard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admission Letter &amp; Fee Payment: The university issues a provisional admission letter. You block your seat by paying the first-year tuition fees directly to the university&#8217;s official bank account. (This is where our Zero-Hidden-Fee guarantee kicks in).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa Processing: We help you with the invitation letter, visa application at the Russian Embassy, and medical insurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fly &amp; Register: Book your flight (usually via Dubai or direct to Moscow, then a connecting flight to your university city). Our local coordinator will be there to pick you up.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_it_really_possible_to_get_direct_admission_in_MBBS_in_Russia_without_any_entrance_exam\"><\/span>1. Is it really possible to get direct admission in MBBS in Russia without any entrance exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes and no. Russian universities do not conduct their own entrance theory exams. Admission is based on your 12th marks. However, since 2021, the National Medical Commission (NMC) mandates that Indian students must have qualified NEET to be eligible to study abroad and later practice in India. So, while Russia offers direct university admission, NEET is a non-negotiable backend requirement .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_total_cost_of_MBBS_in_Russia_including_living_expenses\"><\/span>2. What is the total cost of MBBS in Russia, including living expenses?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The total cost for a 6-year program ranges from \u20b918 Lakhs to \u20b935 Lakhs. This includes tuition (\u20b92.5 to \u20b96 Lakhs per year), hostel, food, and medical insurance. Cities like Moscow are expensive, while Kazan, Ufa, or Orenburg are more budget-friendly .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_difficult_is_the_FMGE_for_students_returning_from_Russia\"><\/span>3. How difficult is the FMGE for students returning from Russia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is challenging, but the narrative is changing. The national average for FMGE is around 20-30%, but this figure includes thousands of repeaters who have been out of touch with studies for years. For first-time takers from universities with integrated FMGE support (like our partner institutes), the success rate is significantly higher. The key is choosing a university that aligns with the Indian curriculum .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Do_Russian_medical_universities_provide_Indian_food\"><\/span>4. Do Russian medical universities provide Indian food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most universities with a high Indian student density have dedicated Indian messes. For example, at Kazan Federal University, the mess serves fresh Aloo Parathas on Tuesdays and Dal Makhani on weekends. In smaller cities, you might have to cook yourself, but local Indian grocery stores are readily available .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_average_NEET_score_required_to_get_a_seat_in_a_good_Russian_university\"><\/span>5. What is the average NEET score required to get a seat in a good Russian university?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You only need to qualify NEET. Unlike Indian colleges where 600+ marks are needed for a government seat, Russian universities accept the qualifying score (usually the 50th percentile, which hovers around 130-150 marks out of 720). A low NEET score is not a barrier to getting a good seat in Russia .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Is_Eduwisors_Zero-Hidden-Fee_guarantee_actually_enforceable\"><\/span>6. Is Eduwisor&#8217;s Zero-Hidden-Fee guarantee actually enforceable?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Absolutely. We put it in writing. Many consultancies lure students with low quotes and then add charges for &#8216;university registration&#8217;, &#8216;donation&#8217;, or &#8216;administrative fees&#8217;. We have direct, sanctioned agreements with universities. The fee you agree upon at our Mumbai office is the final fee you pay to the university. Period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Can_I_stay_back_and_work_in_Russia_after_my_MBBS\"><\/span>7. Can I stay back and work in Russia after my MBBS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it&#8217;s possible but requires fluency in Russian and passing the Russian licensing exams. Most Indian students prefer to return to India or go to the US\/UK, as the salaries in Russian government hospitals are not as high as private practice in India .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Is_it_safe_for_Indian_students_especially_girls_in_Russia\"><\/span>8. Is it safe for Indian students, especially girls, in Russia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, university campuses are generally very safe with 24\/7 security and CCTV. Hostels are segregated by gender. However, like any foreign country, you need to be street-smart, especially in big cities at night. 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