The Government of Russia has taken an important step in the process of strengthening its friendship and relations with India, under which the Russian Government has taken an important decision for Indian students and has started the application process under its Government Scholarship Scheme for the academic session of the year 2026-27. With the help of this scholarship, Indian students can study in all the big universities of Russia, which is a big relief for Indian students because about 31,000 Indian students are pursuing higher education in Russia, out of which the largest number are those students who are studying MBBS. Many universities of Russia are starting the application process under this scholarship scheme.

Benefits of scholarship

This scholarship scheme of Russia is not only for bachelor level studies, but under this scheme, Indian students can apply for admission in Master, MPhil, Bachelor and many other programs. To apply for this scholarship scheme, you will have to visit its official website education-in-russia.com, but good universities like Lomonosov Moscow State University and MGIMO have not been included in this scheme.

Which subjects can Indian students study?

Indian students can study many subjects with the help of this scheme, which includes various courses like Pharmacy, Aerospace, Engineering, Management, Maths and Economics. If a student does not know Russian language, then a separate program will be run for such students, through which students can study Russian language and learn the language, but students who have to learn Russian language, they will be taught the language one year before the start of their degree or studies.

How will the selection process be?

• There will be no entrance exam to apply for this scheme.
• Selection of students will be based on their previous studies or course marks and portfolio.
• The portfolio will include documents like research papers, certificates related to Olympiad and any competition.
• While applying, students can choose up to 6 universities as per their choice and the final selection will depend on the scrutiny of the university and the availability of seats in the university.
• The first phase of this scheme will run till January 15 and in the second phase, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia will allot colleges to the students in collaboration with universities.

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Amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, Indian students are now turning to Georgia for MBBS studies. According to the data released under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme of the Reserve Bank of India, Indians have sent 50.25 million dollars for education in Georgia in 2024-25. This amount is almost 5 times more than the $10.33 million sent in 2018-19. In such a situation, let us tell you today why it is becoming the new choice of Indians for studying MBBS and why the trend is decreasing in countries like America and Canada along with Georgia and Ukraine.

Trend is moving away from Ukraine towards Georgia

Ukraine, which was once a favorite destination for Indian medical students, is now falling out of favor with the students. According to the latest RBI data, the amount sent to Ukraine was 14.18 million dollars in 2018-19, which has reduced to 2.40 million dollars in 2024-25. The amount sent to Russia was 69.94 million dollars, which was 200 percent more than in previous years. According to RBI, while 4,148 Indian students were studying in Georgia in 2019, this number will increase to 10,470 by 2023. The medical colleges here are famous for low fees and studies in English medium. The fees for MBBS course in Georgia also ranges between Rs 4,000 to Rs 7,500 annually. The total fee for a 6-year course is up to Rs 2,4000 in some universities, whereas in some universities this fee reaches around $45,000.
Why is Georgia’s popularity increasing?

Medical studies in Georgia are in English medium and the visa process here is also easy. Due to the country’s security, proximity to Europe and affordable fees, it has become a good option for Indian students. Many students are now continuing their studies in medical colleges of Georgia by taking direct transfer from Ukraine.

Indians’ interest in America and Canada is decreasing

According to the latest RBI data, there has been a 10 percent decline in the amount sent by Indian students to America in 2024-25. In Canada this decline was up to 43 percent, while in Australia a decline of 5 percent was recorded. There has been an increase of 12 percent in Britain and 70 percent in Germany, however, Georgia and Russia are emerging as the new choices of Indians in the medical education sector.

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