The Government of Russia has announced 300 fully-funded scholarships for Indian students for the academic year 2026-27. These scholarships cover a wide range of subjects — including medicine, engineering, architecture, agriculture, economics, management, humanities, space sciences, and several others.
This opportunity allows Indian students to pursue high-quality education at Russian universities at minimal cost.
What the Scholarship Covers
Full coverage of tuition fees
Admission to a recognised Russian university
A one-year preparatory Russian language course for students opting for Russian-medium programmes
Multiple disciplines and degree levels, from Bachelor’s to Master’s, PhD and specialist degrees
Living expenses such as accommodation, travel and food may still need to be covered by the student unless specified otherwise by the chosen university.
Courses Available Under the Scholarship
Indian students can apply for several streams, including:
Medicine & Pharmacy
Engineering & Technology
Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences
Architecture and Planning
Economics, Management & Business Studies
Mathematics, Computer Science & IT
Arts, Culture & Sports
Aviation, Space and Technical Sciences
Many universities also offer English-medium programmes, especially in medicine and engineering.
Eligibility Criteria
Indian citizenship
Completed required previous education (Class 12 for UG, graduation for PG)
A strong academic record
Discipline-specific subject requirements (especially for medicine and engineering)
Interest in studying in Russia and ability to adapt to a new environment
Application Process
Students must submit their application only through the official Russian education portal.
Applicants can select up to six universities in order of preference.
Academic documents, transcripts, certificates, recommendation letters and a motivation letter must be uploaded.
Shortlisted students may have to attend interviews or tests.
Final selection and university placement are made by the Russian authorities.
Important Dates
Application Deadline (Stage 1): Around 15 January 2026
Language Preparatory Course (if applicable): Begins before academic session
Final University Placement: Conducted after document verification by Russian authorities
Why Study in Russia?
Affordable education with scholarships covering full tuition
Availability of English-medium courses
Globally recognised degrees in medicine, engineering, aviation and space sciences
Strong research environment
Access to advanced laboratories and modern campuses
For students choosing medical education, degrees from many Russian universities are recognised internationally, though Indian students must still clear national licensing exams upon returning.
FAQs
Q1. How many scholarships are available for Indian students?
A total of 300 fully-funded seats are available for the 2026-27 academic year.
Q2. Is medicine included in the scholarship?
Yes, students can apply for MBBS-equivalent medical programmes, pharmacy, dentistry and related fields.
Q3. Do I need to know Russian language before applying?
No. If you study in Russian, you will first undergo a one-year language preparatory course. English-medium options also exist.
Q4. Can I choose the university myself?
Yes, applicants can select up to six universities based on preference, though the final placement decision is made by Russian authorities.
Q5. What expenses are not covered?
Living costs like hostel, meals, travel and personal expenses are usually not fully covered unless stated otherwise by the specific university.
Published on : 14th November
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