Mari State University
- 1972
- Established
- 6 years
- Duration
- English
- Medium
- September 2026
- Intake
- 2,000+
- Indian students
- Required
- NEET
Official 2026–27 fee ledger
First year
$6,500 per year
₹6,11,000
Each year 2 to 6
$5,500 per year
₹5,17,000
Six-year total
$34,000
₹31,96,000
Included in the annual fee
- Tuition fees
- Basic hostel fee
- Medical insurance
Not included
- Medical check-up charges
- Visa extension fee
Also payable
- Indian mess (mandatory for the 1st year)
- $1,500
- One-time administrative charge (OTAC - 1st year only)
- $500 (brochure rate: $1,500)
- Processing charge (1st year)
- ₹47,000
- Total payable for 1st year
- $8,500 + ₹47,000
- On-campus FMGE coaching for 6 years in the university
- Police verification and police registration
- Visa invitation letter
- Hostel registration
- Local translator in the initial days
- Library membership card for 6 years
- Airport pickup and refreshment in Russia
- Examination fee for 6 years
- Access to English textbooks for all subjects
$1 = ₹94. Actual amount is subject to change as per the exchange rate of USD to INR.
Fees follow each university's 2026-27 fee sheet and may change with university revisions and exchange rates; confirm current figures with a counsellor before paying.
Eligibility and documents required
Eligibility
- 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in Class 12 (45% for PwD, 40% for SC/ST/OBC categories)
- Minimum 17 years of age on or before 31st December in the admission year
- NEET UG qualified (50th percentile for General/EWS, 40th percentile for reserved categories)
- No IELTS or TOEFL examination required
Documents required
- Class 10th pass certificate and mark sheet
- Class 12th pass certificate and mark sheet
- Valid NEET UG scorecard
- Valid passport
- Passport-size photographs
- Medical test report including HIV negative report
Admission process, in five steps
- 1
Apply with documents
Fill in the admission form and attach your Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, NEET scorecard, and passport.
- 2
Pay fees and get the confirmation letter
Receive the official admission acceptance letter from Mari State University and complete fee formalities.
- 3
Submit your passport and get the invitation letter
Submit your original passport and medical reports to obtain your official student visa invitation.
- 4
Get the visa and fly
Apply for your student visa at the Russian Embassy and travel to Yoshkar-Ola.
- 5
Join classes
Complete university, hostel, and police registration formalities on arrival and start your MBBS program.
About the university
Established in 1972 by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Mari State University (MarSU) is a rapidly growing classical university in the scenic capital city of Yoshkar-Ola. Spread across 128,000 square meters, the campus includes 7 educational buildings, 8 student residence halls, and a library holding over 1.1 million books.
MarSU is affiliated with more than 10 teaching hospitals providing over 5,000 beds for clinical rotations. Taught by 100+ Doctors of Sciences and 400+ associate professors, the university hosts over 2,000 Indian medical students.
Recognitions
Why choose MarSU
- Established in 1972 with 50+ years of academic excellence and 250+ institutional awards
- Awarded the Gold Medal in 2008 as one of the Best Universities of Russia
- Affiliated with 10+ teaching hospitals equipped with 5,000+ beds for clinical rotations
- 2,000+ Indian students currently studying on campus
- Fulfills NMC criteria and recognized by WDOMS, ECFMG, and FAIMER
- On-campus FMGE coaching and dedicated Indian mess facility
- 128,000 sq. m. campus with 7 academic buildings, 8 hostels, and a 1.1-million-volume library
Student life
Mari State University offers a vibrant, student-centered community with over 2,000 Indian students, extensive sports complexes, and regular celebrations of Indian cultural festivals.
FMGE coaching on campus
Hostel
8 fully furnished residence halls located near the main campus. Shared rooms (2–3 students) feature central heating, reading rooms, 24/7 Wi-Fi, electronic access control, CCTV security, and security guards at every checkpoint.
Indian mess
Dedicated Indian mess serving hygienic vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian meals daily.
Sports and activities
Sports complex with a mini-football field, track-and-field complex, beach football courts, indoor basketball and volleyball courts, gyms, aerobics studios, and a shooting range. Regular celebrations of Diwali, Holi, Eid, and Indian Independence Day.
Yoshkar-Ola at a glance
Yoshkar-Ola (formerly known as Tsaryovokokshaysk and Krasnokokshaysk) is the scenic capital of the Mari El Republic, situated in the Volga region of Russia.
- Pleasant, partly cloudy summers and snowy Russian winters
- Historic and architectural landmarks including the Green-domed Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, National Art Gallery, and riverside embankments
- Direct daily train connections to and from Moscow railway station
- Well-connected public transport network of buses, trolleybuses, trams, and taxis
Faculties
- General Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Dentistry
- Preventive Care
- Clinical Psychology
- Pharmacy & Nursing
Questions about MarSU
Yes. The MBBS degree from Mari State University is recognized by WDOMS, ECFMG, FAIMER, and fulfills India's NMC criteria, allowing graduates to appear for licensing exams in India, the USA, the UK, Canada, and Australia.
The 6-year program combines foundational classroom and laboratory studies in the initial years with 1.5 years of extensive clinical rotations across 10+ affiliated hospitals (5,000+ beds).
All 8 university hostels feature 24-hour CCTV surveillance, electronic keycard access, and dedicated security personnel at every checkpoint.
Yes. An on-campus Indian canteen provides fresh vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian meals for the 2,000+ Indian students studying at the university.
Ask about Yoshkar-Ola
A counsellor replies on WhatsApp with the current fee sheet, the eligibility checklist and the document list for Mari State University.
Fees follow each university's 2026-27 fee sheet and may change with university revisions and exchange rates; confirm current figures with a counsellor before paying.
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