Introduction
Osh State Medical University is part of a major public university system in southern Kyrgyzstan, offering a wide range of programs including medicine.
- International Medical Faculty prepares students for global healthcare careers.
- MBBS program is a 6-year course including internship.
- Program is taught in English for international students.
- Founded in 1951 and became a full university in 1992.
University Details
Academic and administrative details
- Establishment: 1951
- Location: Osh, Kyrgyzstan
- Approvals: WHO, NMC (National Medical Commission), Ministry of Education & Science of Kyrgyzstan
- Medium of Instruction: English
- Course Duration: 5 years + 1-year internship (MBBS)
- Faculty: Experienced educators in International Medical Faculty
- Academic Requirement: Minimum 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology (12th)
- Entrance Exam: NEET qualification required
- English Proficiency: IELTS / TOEFL not required
- Intake: February & September
About University
Location
via M41
Recognition
Accreditations & Recognition
The medical program at Osh State University is recognized by major international and national bodies:
- World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) – recognized listing
- World Health Organization (WHO) – ensures global acceptance
- National Medical Commission (NMC), India – MBBS equivalence
- FAIMER / ECFMG / IMED – international directories
- Ministry of Education & Science and Ministry of Health of Kyrgyz Republic
Graduates are eligible for licensing exams like FMGE/NExT (India), USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK).
Teaching Faculty
Osh State Medical University’s faculty is highly qualified and experienced. Many hold advanced degrees such as Doctor of Medical Sciences or Candidate of Medical Sciences (PhD). The teaching staff includes both international and national members.
Faculty qualifications and experience
- Mix of international and national teachers
- Professors hold advanced degrees (PhD level)
- Renowned scientists associated with the university
Faculty characteristics based on student reviews
- Helpful & Kind: Teachers are supportive and friendly
- Supportive: Positive teaching environment
- Excellent: Consistently rated highly by students
Overall faculty contribution
- Contributes to the university’s reputation as a leading medical institution in Kyrgyzstan
Ranking & Passing Ratio
National Ranking: #6th in Kyrgyzstan, #8500 globally
Global Ranking:
- QS Central Asia Rankings: Osh State University ranked 13th in the region (2025 QS Rankings)
- World Rankings (non-QS): Approx. 8363rd globally based on independent sources
Passing Ratio:
The passing ratio for Osh State University Medical Faculty in the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) varies yearly.
Recent results: 18.43% (2023), 7.02% (2020), 26.61% (2022)
- 2023: 18.43%
- 2022: 26.61%
- 2020: 7.02%
Note: Passing ratio is not fixed and may change every year.