🏛️ University Overview & History.
Founded in 1930 as a state-run medical institute in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Samarkand.
Public university overseen by Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Higher and Secondary Specialized Education.
Internationally accredited by ECAQA until 2030, affirming its compliance with global medical education standards .
🎓 Academics & Recognition.
Offers a 6‑year MBBS (5 years academics + 1‑year internship) entirely in English (also Russian and Uzbek options).
Recognized by WHO, NMC (India), FAIMER, ECFMG, UNESCO, and listed in WDOMS—enabling licensure in India, the US, UK, and more.
🏥 Infrastructure & Campus Life.
Boasts modern lecture halls, simulation & clinical labs, digital libraries, and advanced student facilities.
Approximately 13,200 students, including around 3,200 international students (Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshis, etc.).
Affiliated hospitals with clinical rotations beginning from Year 3, plus vaster exposure to community health setups .
✅ Eligibility & Admission.
Criteria: 50%+ in PCB (10+2), NEET-qualified, ≥ 17 years old.
Process:
Online application → 2. Admission & invitation letters (~15–35 days)
Fee payment & visa → 4. Arrive for September intake .
No IELTS/TOEFL required; entrance exam by university may apply
🎯 Why Choose SSMU?.
🌐 Globally recognized: WHO, NMC, ECFMG, UNESCO listed—FMGE/NExT, USMLE, PLAB eligible.
💸 Affordable fees: $3.2K–4K/year including hostel.
🏫 Modern infrastructure: Simulation labs, digital systems, ECTS-aligned curriculum.
🌍 Cultural & academic diversity: 3,200+ international students with a supportive environment.
🏥 Early clinical exposure: From third year, with hands-on training in real hospitals.