Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- Govt.
- Estd:1934
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU), located in Almaty, is one of Kazakhstan’s most prestigious and highest-ranked institutions, currently holding a top 200 spot in the QS World University Rankings. For the 2026-27 academic session, the university continues to be a premier choice for international students due to its English-medium MBBS program (often referred to as MD), which is fully recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India.
The MBBS program at KazNU is a comprehensive 6-year course, structured as 5 years of intensive academic and clinical training followed by a mandatory 1-year internship. The curriculum is divided into pre-clinical years (focusing on Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry), para-clinical studies, and final years dedicated to clinical rotations in major Almaty hospitals.
6-year MBBS course with5 years of intensive academic and clinical training followed by a mandatory 1-year internship.
Approx ₹25–₹35 Lakhs INR for the entire MBBS course
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU) offers a 6-year English-medium MBBS program with tuition around $4,200 annually. Admission requires 50% or higher in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in 12th grade, minimum 17 years of age, and NEET qualification for Indian students. Applications are accepted from May 15th to August 15th through the university portal.
- 14 comfortable dormitories housing over 6,000 students.
- Scientific labs and research institutes, including a dedicated Technopark for innovation.
- A specialized Youth Internet Center with 300 seats for high-speed research and study.
- Provides on-campus healthcare, including primary care, dental services, and psychological support.
- The campus features 24/7 video surveillance and electronic access systems for all dormitories to ensure student safety.
