Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KSMA), named after I. K. Akhunbaev, was established on 1 September 1939 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. It is the country’s flagship government medical institution with education in General Medicine, Pediatrics, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Public Health, and Military Medicine. The academy emphasizes research, offering 9 dormitories, 6 academic buildings, university clinics, and a rich academic infrastructure including a plastination museum and a 512,000-volume library.
- At least 17 years old by 31 December of the admission year
- Completion of 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, minimum 50% in PCB
- NEET qualification is mandatory for Indian students
- Required documents: Passport, academic transcripts, NEET score (for Indian students), medical fitness certificate (including HIV test), passport-sized photographs
- Hostels: Nine dormitories with shared rooms, kitchens, laundry, Wi‑Fi, security, and medical clinics
- Indian-friendly environment: Large international community (3,700+ foreign students), FMGE coaching, and Indian food options provided on campus
- Clinical training: Begins early with rotations in university-affiliated hospitals in Bishkek and partner institutions in Russia
- Academic resources: Extensive library, simulation labs, plastination museum, research labs, and active student scientific societies
- Support & activities: KVN teams, student festivals, language evenings, mentoring by seniors, and a Student Senate with cultural and housing support