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Tashkent State Medical Academy

30, Shahrisabz Street, Tashkent, 100060, Uzbekistan

Global Medical Education

Tashkent State Medical Academy (TSMA), originally established in 1931 as the Tashkent Medical Institute and later restructured, is a leading public medical university in Uzbekistan with a strong legacy in medical education and research. It offers a 6-year MBBS (General Medicine) program in English for international students, alongside Russian-medium instruction. TSMA is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), making its degree eligible for FMGE/NExT in India (subject to NMC’s current eligibility list). With over 90 years of academic excellence, experienced faculty, and extensive clinical partnerships across Tashkent, TSMA remains a top choice for students from India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Africa seeking affordable, high-quality medical education in Central Asia.

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Recognitions

TSMA is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO). Its MBBS degree is eligible for FMGE/NExT screening in India, provided the student’s admission year is included in the National Medical Commission (NMC)’s approved list.

MBBS Education

TSMA offers a 6-year MBBS program in English, structured into 2 years of pre-clinical sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry), 3 years of clinical rotations across core specialties, and 1 year of compulsory internship. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on patient interaction from early years, problem-based learning, and rigorous internal assessments to prepare students for FMGE/NExT, USMLE, and other licensing exams.

Faculties

The Faculty of General Medicine is the primary choice for international MBBS students. Other faculties—Pediatrics, Dentistry, Preventive Medicine, and Nursing/Pharmacy—offer specialized pathways. All programs follow national standards aligned with global medical education frameworks and are taught by highly qualified clinicians and researchers.

Clinical Facilities

Students gain extensive clinical exposure at 10+ affiliated hospitals in Tashkent, including high-volume tertiary care centers like Republican Hospital No. 1 and City Clinical Hospital No. 5. Rotations cover internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, psychiatry, emergency care, and more—with consistent patient contact and supervised practical training.

Students Facilities

TSMA provides comprehensive support for international students, including visa invitation letters, airport pickup (on request), orientation, academic counseling, and assistance with documentation. Senior student networks and peer groups often help newcomers adapt. While formal FMGE coaching is limited, revision sessions and past papers are shared regularly.

Campus Facilities

Located in central Tashkent, the campus features historic and modern academic buildings, advanced anatomy labs, simulation centers, lecture halls, and Wi-Fi zones. Hostels are nearby, and the city offers urban amenities, markets, and transport links. The environment is academically focused yet vibrant, ideal for dedicated medical study.

Special Facilites

  • Annual sports tournaments in football, volleyball, basketball, and table tennis among student teams.
  • Cultural events include Navruz (Uzbek New Year), Independence Day, Diwali/Holi (organized by Indian students), and medical symposiums.
  • Student clubs host quizzes, poetry nights, health camps, and charity drives.
  • Traditional Uzbek music and dance performances are occasionally featured on campus.
  • Strong sense of community between local and international students fosters cross-cultural exchange.
  • Separate, secure hostels for male and female students with 24/7 security, wardens, and CCTV.
  • Rooms in double or triple occupancy, furnished with beds, desks, wardrobes, and shared bathrooms/kitchens.
  • Common kitchens allow self-cooking—essential for vegetarian, halal, or custom diets (widely used by Indian students).
  • No compulsory mess; students cook or eat at nearby cafeterias offering affordable meals (vegetarian options available).
  • Hostels are within walking distance or short commute from campus and hospitals.
  • One of the largest medical libraries in Central Asia, housing thousands of textbooks (e.g., Gray’s Anatomy, Robbins, Guyton), journals, and reference materials.
  • Quiet reading halls, group study rooms, and computer terminals for research.
  • Access to some digital resources; physical collection remains the primary strength.
  • Extended hours during exams and subject-wise sections for all MBBS disciplines.
  • Librarians assist with book issuance, academic guidance, and exam preparation resources.
  • Tashkent is a safe, modern capital city with low crime rates and strong public order.
  • University hostels have controlled access, night guards, fire safety systems, and emergency protocols.
  • Local people are respectful toward foreign students, especially those in medical uniforms.
  • Uzbekistan maintains political stability and prioritizes student welfare under national education policies.
  • TSMA’s international office coordinates with local authorities to address any health or safety concerns promptly.

Admission Related Information

Tashkent State Medical Academy offers one main intake per year in September (Fall semester). Applications typically open in March–April and close by August. Early application is strongly recommended due to high demand and limited seats for international students.

Follows a transparent, merit-based admission policy with no capitation fee (donation) and no entrance examination for international MBBS applicants.

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