Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (KazNMU)

Kazakh National Medical University (KazNMU) is one of the top most medical universities of Kazakhstan. The university was established in the year 1930 in Almaty. The first rector of KazNMU was S.D. Asfendiyarov, a graduate from Leningrad Navy Medical Academy.
The government of Kazakhstan classified KazNMU as the National University in the year 2001. The university is recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The university is named after the famous professor SD Asfendiyarov and hence also known as Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University. It offers one of the lowest fees in Kazakhstan for foreign students.
The process of admission in Kazakh National Medical University is simple. KazNMU functions under the administration of Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It was granted the status of “National University” in year 2001 after which it gained global popularity.
Kazakh National Medical University (Kazakhstan) is one of those higher education institutions of Kazakhstan that receives the most number of students from various countries including India. Medical education in Kazakh National Medical University is offered in English, Kazakh and Russian languages.
The university offers courses at undergraduate, post graduate, P.hd levels. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University ranks on 2nd among all medical institutions in Kazakhstan.

• Many students from various countries apply to get admission to MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India): in KazNMU.
• The university was started with the mission to deliver qualified medical Doctors worldwide. The university offers a number of medical courses under bachelor, master degrees, and doctorate programs. Kazakh National Medical University is well-equipped with the modernized infrastructure.
• At present, the university has more than 11,000 students studying in various fields of medicine. At present, there are more than 1500 faculty members working in KazNMU. The faculty members comprises of more than 500 candidates of science, over 200 doctors of science, 130 professors and 15 laureates of State prizes.
• The faculty of medicine at KazNMU is experienced & skilled in English medium.Students get sufficient exposure to clinical & practical training with local patients in hospitals under doctor’s supervision. There are a number of student organizations at Kazakh National Medical University.
• In 2001 Kazakh State Medical University given its name S. D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University. KazNMU (Kazakh National Medical University) ranks on 2nd position among all medical universities of Kazakhstan.
• Hostel with Indian Food (Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian)
• Indian Warden Separately for Boys & Girls Hostel.
• Preparation for various licensing examinations from the first year.

Faculties in KazNMU

The faculties at Kazakh National Medical University active in graduate, post-graduate & diploma courses to national & International students are:

• Faculty of General Medicine
• Faculty of Pediatrics
• Therapeutic Faculty
• Faculty of Stomatology
• Faculty of Medico-Prophylaxis
• Pharmacy Faculty
• Public Health & Management Faculty
• Faculty of Post Graduate Specialization
• Preparatory/Language Faculty

The faculty of general medicine is most active among all faculties; it receives the most number of applications from Indian students for admission in MD Physician Course (equivalent to МВВЅ in India).

• Each Group of students consists of 12 to 15 students.
• Small groups help students to have better interaction with teachers’ thus better studies.

Hostel facilities

The West Kazakhstan Marat Ospanov State Medical University has well- equipped hostel with all modern amenities:

• Hostels for students are situated within the main campus area at a walking distance. Indians only have to travel out of campus when they have to attend practical classes in hospitals from 2nd year onwards.
• Hostels have CCTV surveillance system installed for the safety of foreigners. Students can share rooms with 2/ 3/ 4 students subject to availability & choice of student on arrival.
• Each Hostel room has study tables & chairs, beds, bed-sheets, wardrobe, lamps etc. Boys and girls are provided accommodation on separate floors or hostels.
• Hostels have facility of common kitchen, laundry, sports hall & reading hall on each floor. Hostel & Indian Mess is compulsory for Indian students for Ist year.
• From 2nd year Hostel & Indian Mess is optional

Almaty City

• Almaty (Earlier known as Alma-Ata) is located in the southern most part of country is the largest city of the Kazakhstan.
• It was the official capital of country from 1929 to 1997.
• Almaty is the commercial & cultural capital of Kazakhstan and the most populated city as well.
• The city has an international airport with flights to most cities around the world.
• For transport within the city regular trams, trolley-buses, etc are available.
• The climate in Almaty is humid continental with warm summers (Up to +30 Degree Celsius) and mildly cold winters (Up to -10 Degrees Celsius).

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:

1. National Medical Commission (NMC) previously listed in MCI list.
2. World Health Organization (WHO)
3. Ministry of education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan
4. WFME (World Federation for Medical Education)
5. FAIMER (The Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research)
6. ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates)
7. 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.