• THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN IS SITUATED IN THE HEART OF EURASIA. The name Kazakh, of Turkic origin, means “free man” – that is appropriate in a land historically populated by freedom-loving nomads.
• The area became part of the Kirgiz Autonomous Republic formed by the Soviet authorities in 1920. In 1925 this entity’s name was changed to the Kazakh Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic (Kazakh ASSR). Along with the other central Asian republics.
• Kazakhstan obtained its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
• On 21st Dec. 1991 Kazakhstan proclaimed its membership in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
• In 1993, the Country overwhelmingly approved the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
• In 1997, the National Capital was changed from Almaty, the largest city, to Astana (formerly called by the name Aqmola).
• On March 23, 2019, by the Presidential Decree of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the city of Astana was renamed to the city of Nur-Sultan – now the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
• Kazakhstan has a well-articulated culture based on the nomadic pastoral economy of the inhabitants. Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country.
• The region is intensive in agricultural development and a testing ground for nuclear weapons. Due to its large oil and natural gas reserves Kazakhstan is the richest country in Central Asia. Kazakhstan is the largest Uranium producing country in the world.
• Kazakhstan is the world's ninth biggest country by size. The Kazakhstan territory is larger than the twelve countries of the European Union. Kazakhstan borders with China, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Russia. The language of communication among locals in Kazakhstan is mainly Russian. Kazakhstan is the CIS's second and world's ninth largest country.
• Kazakhstan's climate is continental hot summers with equally extreme winters. Kazakhstan is home to different nationalities and faiths.

Capital of the Country	Nur-Sultan
Official National Language	Kazakh, Russian
National Currency	Kazakhstani Tenge
Time Zone	30 Mins Ahead of India
Most Followed Religion	Islam; Christianity
Average Temperature Summer +30 °C (86 °F)	Winters −20 °C (−4.0 °F)

Advantages of studying MBBS in Kazakhstan for Indian Students

• Kazakhstan is safe & secure for foreigners.
• Large numbers of Indian students join Medical Universities for MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India) in Kazakhstan. Duration of Course: 5 years of Theoretical & Clinical education + 1 year Internship since 2019. It takes 6 years including internship to finish the MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India) in English medium in Kazakhstan. It directly saves 1 year of medical students.
• The duration of the course is only 5 years without Internship for MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India). The graduates those complete their course, an academic degree of bachelor program "General Medicine" and upon completion of 1 year internship is awarded the qualification "General Practitioner".
• The Medium of Instruction is English that makes it easier for Indian students to communicate & understand the studies. Studying MD Physician Course, a medical doctor in Kazakhstan is one of the best options for the Indian students. The mode of teaching is English for MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan. All the teachers are very well qualified & proficient in English.
• MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India) is comparatively cheaper in Kazakhstan than many other favorite destinations for Indian students. Faculty of the Universities in Kazakhstan are highly qualified and experienced and they work hard in providing both theoretical & practical knowledge to the students.
• Kazakhstan has a Best Teacher - Student Ratio. For every 10 to 12 students here we have a teacher. The teacher students ratio in Kazakhstan is 1:10 here
• The curriculum for MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan is designed as per the international standards. The MD Physician Degree is recognized all over the world. From 2nd year the students are given the chance for practicals in Government hospitals.
• There is scope for learning new languages like Russian; Kazakh helps students to interact with local public & patients.
• There are number of leading medical universities in Kazakhstan to provide quality education to the students. Kazakhstan offers a high quality education at very economical cost. The tuition fees of Medical Schools of Kazakhstan are lower than the institutions in many other countries including India. The medical colleges of Kazakhstan are listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools.
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are recognized or approved & listed by World Health Organization (WHO).
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are recognized or approved by National Medical Commission (NMC) previously MCI.
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are recognized or approved by United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
• Students with MD Physician Degree from Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are eligible for United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are recognized or approved & listed by FAIMER (The Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research).
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are recognized or approved by General Medical Council (GMC).
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan are recognized or approved & listed by International Medical Education Directory (IMED).
• The students after completion of MD Physician Degree course from Kazakhstan are eligible to practice in any part of the world.
• Degrees provided by Medical Universities of Kazakhstan have world-wide recognition.
• Medical Universities in Kazakhstan are approved by NMC (previously MCI), WHO and are globally recognized.
• Additional Coaching is being provided to the students in the University making it easier to qualify licensing examinations to practice as a Doctor in various countries.
• The procedure of Admission in Kazakhstan is very easy. The student has to meet with eligibility criteria for admission in any medical University in Kazakhstan.
• Compared to other countries, cost of living in Kazakhstan is very low. Indian Food is available in most of the medical universities of Kazakhstan making the life & living comfortable for students. The cost of living is very affordable; the hostel charges are very economical.
• Direct Flights are available from various places in India to Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan.
• All the medical universities in Kazakhstan use modern technology and infrastructure. Due to high-quality medical education in Kazakhstan, students can easily qualify for global competitive examinations. MBBS in Kazakhstan opens up a window of opportunity for students to gain international exposure.
• Medical aspirants are not required to appear for any entrance test to seek admission for MBBS in Kazakhstan. NO ENTRANCE TEST; DIRECT ADMISSION. There is NO DONATION & CAPITATION FEE. No need to pay DONATIONS or CAPITATION fee at any Medical University in Kazakhstan.
• There is no requirement to qualify for English language exams like TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, and others. Medical universities are recognized by WHO, IMED, USMLE, GMC, UNESCO, NMC, etc
• Qualifying NEET-UG is compulsory for all Indian students those wish to pursue MBBS in Abroad including Kazakhstan. The National Medical Commission has made NEET-UG compulsory for all students seeking admission for MBBS in India or Abroad. After completing Medical Doctor Degree from Kazakhstan, students need to qualify Screening Test (FMGE) in India conducted by National Board of Examinations (NBE) to get registered with National Medical Commission (NMC) to practice in India.
• In India, the number of medical seats is limited as compared to Kazakhstan; getting admission to a medical university in Kazakhstan is very easy.

Duration of Course & Medium of Instruction

Medical education in all listed medical universities in Kazakhstan is offered in English, Kazakh and Russian languages. The MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India) for complete duration of 5 years in medical universities in Kazakhstan for the students coming from around the globe are taught in English by highly qualified and renowned faculty members.
The students need to undergo 5 years of medicine program under the guidance of trained and well qualified professors. On the completion of MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India), students undergo 1 year Internship & have hands-on experience of handling patients in the hospital. The candidates are taught in 100% English language for doing MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India) education by co-operative and knowledgeable teachers.

Accreditation and Recognition

All listed medical universities in Kazakhstan are accredited as recognized by whole world including:

• National Medical Commission (NMC) previously listed in MCI list.
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Ministry of education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan
• WFME (World Federation for Medical Education)
• FAIMER (The Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research)
• ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates)
• United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Eligibility criteria for Studying MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan

• A minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Biology in aggregate for general category and 40% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Biology in aggregate for reserve category in 10+2 examination.
• The student must have qualified NEET-UG during current year or with in previous two years.
• The aspirant must be 17 years or above of age on 31st December of the year of Admission.
• The student must not be suffering from any contagious diseases i.e. HIV Aids, tuberculosis, etc.

Admission Procedure for Studying MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan

1. Fill the application form
2. University or universities can also test you abilities online; Skype or any other mode.
3. After acceptance from university student will be given the admission letter from University.
4. After receiving admission letter you need to submit all pending original documents in our office.
5. We will apply for student visa in the Embassy of Kazakhstan
6. Embassy may call the student for an interview.
7. Once visa is stamped we will inform the aspirant student about the travelling date.
8. Once the student travels to Kazakhstan, University Officials will receive the student on arrival.
9. Student will be accommodated to the University Hostel.
10. After Student makes the pending payment, if any of the tuition fee or any other balance to the International Student Department and joins the studies.

Required Document for Admission to MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan

Below mentioned are the necessary conditions and documents required to take admission in any listed medical universities in Kazakhstan:

• Application form.
• Valid Passport
• 5 passport size photos
• 10th or Matriculation mark sheet & certificate.
• 12th or Intermediate or equivalent mark sheet & certificate.
• Qualified NEET - UG examination results.
• Caste certificate. ( if less than 50% Marks in 12th & low NEET Score)
• No objection certificate (NOC) from parents.
• Aadhar card.
• Covid Vaccination certificate
• COVID-19 reports.
• Medical fitness certificate
• A letter from the university/ college or school is provided in which the enrolment is confirmed.

APART FROM THE ABOVE DOCUMENTS, MEDICAL UNIVERSITY IN KAZAKHSTAN MAY REQUIRE SOME INDIVIDUAL ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS TOO.

Benefits of Studying MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan

• Approved by NMC (MCI), WHO, UNESCO.
• Easier for students to get an internship or jobs in top hospitals all across the Globe.
• 5 years MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India)
• No Donation; No Capitation.
• No Entrance Exams; Direct Examination.
• Quality Education
• No extra language tests.
• Availability of FMGE Coaching
• World-class infrastructure.
• Highly Qualified Faculty.
• Affordable Education cost.
• Easy Admission Process.
• Availability of Indian Food.
• Global Recognition of Degree.
• Affordable Cost of Education

Disadvantages of MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan for Indian Students

• The cold climate may be a great challenge for some.
• The diverse weather conditions sometimes pose challenges for overseas students, mostly Indians from south.
• You must carry woolen clothes to make yourself comfortable in Kazakhstan
• Students need to learn local language to interact with the patients & locals.

FMGE Passing Percentage after Completion of MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan

• You will have to study hard to clear any licensing examination anywhere on earth; be it FMGE in India, USMLE in USA & many other licensing examinations in various other countries.
• It is not so easy for the students to qualify Screening Test (FMGE) in India conducted by National Board of Examinations (NBE) to get registered with National Medical Commission (NMC) to practice in India; so work hard with full attention.
• The passing percentage of students with Medical Doctor Degree from Kazakhstan in FMGE is comparatively better.

Accommodation for Students MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan

• The universities of Kazakhstan provide the hostel facility to all; subject to availability.
• There are sufficient numbers of hostels in each university of Kazakhstan.
• All the students are provided with the facility of hostel room & shared kitchen as well.

Is NEET Required for Studying MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan?

• Yes, every Indian student needs to qualify NEET UG before seeking admission in Medicine in Indian or abroad.
• According NMC every Indian aspiring student need to qualify the NEET UG examination before seeking admission abroad.
• NEET UG result is valid for admissions abroad for 3 years as per NMC.

Studying MD Physician Course in Kazakhstan Valid in India

• The answer is “Yes”.
• MD Physician Degree (MBBS) from Kazakh Medical Universities is valid after a student qualifies Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) conducted by NBE.
• FMGE is mandatory for all medical students graduating from foreign medical universities to practice in India.

Student Association in Kazakhstan to Assist Indian Students

An informal association called KAISA (Kazakh- Indian Students Association) was formed in January, 2016, which has about 700 Indian students from different universities in Kazakhstan as members.

KAISA is attempting to provide a platform for Indian students and alumni to connect with each other, share/exchange information and address concerns/issues of Indian students in Kazakhstan.

• We provide all the relevant help required during the admission process & the course.
• We are always here to help whenever you feel any difficulty within the process and provide guidance and instruction to students.
• We guide students to choose good university that helps students achieving their dream.
• We also provide the student's guidance or assistance at every step from first day of submitting application to completion of degree.
• We guide students & their parents in choosing the perfect option that matches preferences and parameters such as budget, aptitude, ability field of interests etc.
• We guide you at every step.