South Kazakhstan Medical Academy
MD (Physician) · Shymkent, Kazakhstan
South Kazakhstan Medical Academy is a medical university in Shymkent, Kazakhstan (CIS) offering a 5-year MD (Physician) program taught in English. The estimated total cost of the full course is about $37,847 (≈ ₹32 lakh), with annual tuition around $4,000. Indian students should confirm South Kazakhstan Medical Academy's current recognition on the official National Medical Commission (NMC) list and meet NMC's FMGL-2021 eligibility rules to qualify for the FMGE / NExT licensing exam.
Some figures for South Kazakhstan Medical Academy are still being verified by our research team. Treat fees and estimates as indicative and confirm with official sources before paying any deposit.
Key facts
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan |
| City | Shymkent |
| Degree awarded | MD (Physician) |
| Course duration | 5 years |
| Medium of instruction | English |
| Ownership | Public |
| Year established | 1979 |
| NMC recognition | Verify on the current National Medical Commission (NMC) list |
| Intake months | September |
| Annual intake (est.) | 500 - 750 |
| Indian students (est.) | 1,000 - 1,500 |
| Teaching hospital | South Kazakhstan Multi-Profile Regional Hospital Shymkent |
| Teaching hospital beds | 1200 |
Cost overview
| Cost item | Amount (USD) | Approx (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Annual tuition | $4,000 | ≈ ₹3.4 lakh |
| Hostel / year | $600 | ≈ ₹51,000 |
| Living cost / month | $130 | ≈ ₹11,050 |
| Medical insurance / year | $100 | ≈ ₹8,500 |
| Visa / residence per year | $100 | ≈ ₹8,500 |
| Estimated total (full course) | $37,847 | ≈ ₹32 lakh |
Always request the latest official fee sheet from South Kazakhstan Medical Academy before paying any deposit. INR figures are approximate (at ₹85/USD) and for guidance only.
Admission & eligibility
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| NEET requirement | Yes (Mandatory for Indian Nationals) |
| Minimum 12th (PCB) | 12th Standard / 10+2 Higher Secondary Pass with PCB |
| PCB minimum | 50% for General / 40% for Reserved (As per Indian NMC Rules) |
| Age requirement | Minimum 17 years old by 31st December of the admission year. No standard upper age limit. |
| Entrance exam | Yes (Requires passing a basic university internal MCQ test or interview in Biology, Chemistry, and English). |
| English test | No |
| Application intake / deadline | Usually between July 15th to August 30th for the primary Fall (September) intake. |
Eligibility rules change every cycle — always confirm the current NEET/FMGL-2021 requirements and the college's own admission criteria before applying.
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NMC recognition & licensing
NMC does not approve/endorse individual foreign colleges; verify FMGL 2021 criteria + WDOMS listing + local recognition.
To practise in India, a graduate of South Kazakhstan Medical Academy must meet NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) 2021 rules — NEET-qualified admission, a course of at least 54 months, a 12-month internship, and the entire course completed in Kazakhstan — and then clear the FMGE (being replaced by the NExT). Confirm the college's current standing on the National Medical Commission (NMC) list and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) before applying.
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Sources & verification
- Recognition / licensing authority: National Medical Commission (NMC)
- Independent medical-school listing: World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
- Official university website: skma.edu.kz/
Figures are compiled by THE IMG PATH from program data and our research team's assessment, and can change. Always confirm current fees, NMC recognition and licensing eligibility with official sources before paying any deposit.