Semey State Medical University

Previously, the university was known as ‘Semipalatinsk State Medical institute’, but after a period of about 40 years the university’s name was changed to Semey State Medical University.

Semey state Medical University is one of the largest medical universities in Kazakhstan with its own hospital and branches in Pavlodar and Ust Kamenogorsk. Semey State Medical University is considered to be one of the best universities of Kazakhstan.

Semey State Medical University is the First Central Asian Government Medical University to carry out studies fully in English Medium for foreign and local students. Studies are offered in three different languages (English, Russian and Kazakh) in Semey State Medical University. Semey State Medical University provides the best medical education using the latest equipments and up to date technology.

Semey State Medical University was founded in 1952.
The first faculty at the university was the medicine faculty which started in the year 1953. The very first batch of 320 students got admission in the medicine faculty in the year 1953.
The university introduced more faculties gradually which includes Pediatrics that started in 1963.
Semey State Medical University Stomatology faculty started in 1991
International Students from countries like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan, China, studying in Semey State Medical University since 1997.
Medico Prophylactic, Pharmaceutical faculty and general medicine faculty started in 2003.
Currently there are more than 3500 students pursuing their medical education in General Medicine, pediatrics, Stomatology, pharmaceuticals and medical-prophylactic.
Semey State Medical University is the First University in CIS to get recognition and Associate Membership of Association of Indian Universities – New Delhi India.
The university has many hospitals affiliated where the students can practice and have practical experience under the guidance of well qualified teachers. In Semey State Medical University emphasis is given on both practical as well as theoretical study.
Students can get permanent residency and they can plan to settle in Kazakhstan after completing their degree from Kazakhstan. The faculties at this university and the quality of education are at its best in Semey State Medical University. Good hostel and mess facilities are available for students at Semey State Medical University. There is a moderate climate in Semey (previously Semipalatinsk) for the whole year.
Selecting Semey State Medical University for pursuing an MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India) is beneficial for both national & international students. The university is listed by WHO and many other Global Medical Education Regulators.

Semipalatinsk City

Semey formerly known as ‘Semipalatinsk’ is the second largest city of the east Kazakhstan located on the banks of the Irtysh River.
The Semey (Semipalatinsk) city has an airport and also a river port.
The Semey (Semipalatinsk) city has important railway junction joining Russia and Southern Kazakhstan.
The Semey (Semipalatinsk) city experiences extreme temperatures both in winter & summer.
The Semey (Semipalatinsk) city the temperature can be -45 degrees in winter and till +45 degrees in summer.

Hostel & Accommodation

Semey State Medical University provides Hostels with in campus for students
The hostel building is located within university campus with a travel time of a few minutes walk for the lecture rooms.
The hostel provides common space, laundry and a sports arena for all in hostel building.
The students coming from various nationalities generate an environment good for studies in the hostel.
Semey State Medical University has separate hostels for girls and boys.
Hostels have CCTV cameras for watch & ward of the students.
Semey State Medical University gives special attention to the security of girls.
Semey State Medical University has well furnished and convenient hostels rooms.
There are three separate hostels and one international student’s hostel for SMU students.
Hostel provides 24-hour gas, electricity supply, hot and cold water.
The hostel has a library with big collections of books for research and study.
Hostel cafeteria provides tasty and healthy food.
The university encourages sports within the campus for students.
A Doctor & the Indian warden are available for any support, guidance & emergency round the clock.
There are 3 Hostels to accommodate students and scholars with one hostel exclusively for International Students.
Hostels have Twin sharing rooms with attached washrooms.
Hostel rooms are hygienic as the regular cleaning services are provided from time to time.
Indian food is available with in the hostel premises.
The high speed internet is available in Hostel.
Hostel is fitted with centralized heating system.
Grocery shops, cafes and sports clubs are available in the vicinity.

Student's Life at Semey State Medical University

The university offers a student with exciting opportunities and experiences:

The university provides a study friendly environment to students for a better education.
The students are encouraged to participate in seminars, conferences, presentations and group discussions held by the university.
The students are encouraged to actively participate in extracurricular activities.

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

Fill the application form
University or universities can also test you abilities online; Skype or any other mode.
After acceptance from university student will be given the admission letter from University.
After receiving admission letter you need to submit all pending original documents in our office.
We will apply for student visa in the Embassy of Kazakhstan
Embassy may call the student for an interview.
Once visa is stamped we will inform the aspirant student about the travelling date.
Once the student travels to Kazakhstan, University Officials will receive the student on arrival.
Student will be accommodated to the University Hostel.
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.