NMC eligibility standards
NMC Guidelines Compliance – Stavropol State Medical University
| NMC Criteria | University Status |
|---|---|
| Government Recognition | Accredited by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation |
| WDOMS Listing | Included in the World Directory of Medical Schools |
| Language of Instruction | MBBS program offered in English for international students |
| Program Duration | 6 years total (5 years academic 1 year clinical internship) |
| Clinical Exposure | Hands-on training provided in affiliated hospitals across Stavropol |
| Internship Requirement | Internship completed within Russia, fulfilling NMC’s same-country clause |
| FMGE/NEXT Eligibility | Graduates are eligible to appear for FMGE/NEXT licensing exams in India |
| Curriculum Structure | Covers pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical subjects aligned with Indian MBBS |
| Attendance Mode | Full-time, on-campus education — no online or distance learning involved |
Key NMC Mandates for Foreign Medical Education
- Minimum Course Length: 5.5 years (including internship)
- Instruction Medium: Must be in English or supported by English
- Internship Location: Must be completed in the country awarding the degree
- University Recognition: Must be listed in WDOMS and locally accredited
- Curriculum Standards: Should be comparable to Indian MBBS syllabus
