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Common Mistakes During MBBS Applications to Avoid.

Alright, you're dreaming big about med school in Russia. That is an enormous ambition! However, even prodigies make mistakes. Let's talk about some of the application errors so that you can avoid them and maximize your chances of getting in. 

 

This is your "application survival guide."

 

1. Forgeting the University Deep Dive (Major Blunder!):

 

Don't select a school because it sounds cool or because it is in a big city. That's like selecting a doctor by the look of his office. You have to do your homework! Not all med schools are created equal.

 

•  The Fix: Spend quality time on the university websites. What is their program like? What kind of professors do they have? Do they have the resources you require? What is the accreditation status? What does student life really look like? Then, make your application personal for that specific university. Make them know you're not applying anywhere else; you applied to them for a reason.

 

2. Ignoring Deadlines (Don't Be That Person!):

 

Being late with a deadline is the same as showing up at a job interview a week late. It shows that you are not serious or that you are unorganized.

 

•  The Solution: Get yourself a calendar (electronic or on paper, whatever is easiest!). Record ALL deadlines: submitting application, entrance exams, sending in documents. Set reminders on your phone. Check the university website regularly to see updates. And apply EARLY! Don't leave it to the last minute.

 

3. Sloppy Application Forms (Red Flags Galore!):

 

A sloppy application form screams "I don't care!" It shows a lack of attention to detail, which is NOT something you want to convey to a med school.

 

•  The Fix: Read the instructions carefully. Fill out each section fully and accurately. Check double-check double-check everything! Spelling, dates, contact info – everything. Ask someone else (relative or friend) to proofread it for you. Another pair of eyes can catch mistakes you'll miss.

 

4. Translation Fails (Lost in Translation!):

 

If your documents are not in English or Russian, you need to get them translated. But a bad translation is worse than no translation.

 

•  The Fix: Get a certified translation service. Google Translate is not your friend! Make sure the translation is accurate and follows the university's exacting specifications. Then proofread the translated documents to make sure everything reads sensibly.

 

5. Boring Motivation Letters (Yawn!):

 

Your statement of purpose (or motivation letter) is your opportunity to shine! Don't blow it by writing something bland and uninteresting.

 

•  The Fix: Here you can be yourself, explain them why you need to be a doctor, and why you stand out. Your experiences, strengths, and aspirations – share those. Show them that you enjoy medicine and are familiar with the Russian system of medical education. Get feedback from mentors or advisors. Make it personal, make it interesting, and make it memorable!

 

6. English Language Test Forgetting (Oops!):

 

If the course is English-taught, you need to prove you can actually speak English! That is, take IELTS or TOEFL.

 

•  The Solution: Register for the test well in advance and prepare for it. Score the highest. If your performance is not up to the mark, re-take the test or enroll in the English language course.

 

7. Weak Recommendations (Don't Beg for a Favor!):

 

Recommendation letters can make or break your application. Don't get just anyone to write one for you.

 

•  The Fix: Choose teachers, professors, or mentors who know you and will be able to vouch for your positives and abilities. Give them plenty of time to write the letters and give them direct orders on what you want them to highlight. Make follow-ups so they send the letters in time.

 

8. Underestimating the Cost (Budget Disaster!):

 

Going abroad to study does not come free. Don't just focus on tuition fees.

 

•  The Fix: Create a proper budget that includes tuition fees, living expenses, visa fees, travel costs, health insurance, etc. Familiarize yourself with the cost of living in the city you will be studying in. Look for financial aid or scholarship opportunities.

 

With these usual mistakes steered clear of, you're already halfway on the right track to sending an excellent and efficient application for MBBS in Russia. Good luck!

 

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THE PROCESS

Eligibility: 

• 50% in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC) in Class 12.
• Minimum 17 years by December 31 of the admission year.
•   NEET Qualification: Mandatory for Indian students.

 

Invitation letter: 

After RUS OVERSEAS submits your documents in the university. The university issues you an invitation letter. 

 

Visa process: 

Once the invitation letter arrives. The company will start your visa processing and in a few days you will be on the plane to Russia. 

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