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Is Internship in Russia Valid in India?

Internship in Russia? Will it be credited back home? The Real Deal for Indian Med Graduates

 

So you have graduated MBBS from Russia, and now you are thinking of returning to India to practice. Wonderful! But there is one huge question mark hanging over your head: will that internship experience you gained in Russia be recognized in India?

 

The reality is, it's not a straightforward yes or no. It's more of an "it depends… let's get to the bottom of this" kind of thing. Having this clarified is useful because the internship is a key part of becoming a fully qualified doctor.

 

Let's take apart what you need to know to make your sweat and tears count:

 

The Rule Makers: Understanding the MCI/NMC Game

 

In India, previously, the Medical Council of India (MCI) used to be the big boss of licensure and medical education. These days, they have been overtaken by the National Medical Commission (NMC). They are the ones who publish rules for everyone, even internships.

 

Over the years, the MCI (and now the NMC) have had very clear-cut guidelines for internships undertaken abroad. Guidelines have been modified, so it's extremely important to be aware of the current guidelines of the NMC. Don't use outdated guidelines!

 

What Makes an Internship "Valid"? Main Things to Know

 

Right, so what is it that makes your Russian internship valid in the eyes of the NMC? These are the main things to look at:

 

• Is Your University Legitimate? (MCI/NMC Approved): Priorities first, your university that gave you your MBBS needs to be approved by the MCI/NMC. Not listed, not a problem if. That approval does not equate to your university program being accredited in some other standard in India.

•  Did You Do Enough Time? (Duration Matters): Your Russian internship experience has to be just as in India – at least a year.

•  Did You Cover the Basics? (Specialty Rotations): You have to have rotated through various specialties of medicine such as general medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and community medicine. Basically, you should have tasted a bit of everything.

•  Were You Supervised? (Training is Key): Your internship would have been supervised by trained medical professionals who are MCI/NMC compliant. It's not about showing up for duty; it's about getting proper training and hands-on exposure.

• Got the Paperwork? (Documentation is Essential): You will be asked to secure formal records from your university and hospitals where you have done your internship. Documents should clearly specify for how long you did your internship, for which specialties you worked, and details regarding supervision and training.

 

The Screening Test/NEXT: Everything Changed… Again!

 

The Screening Test (now being substituted by the National Exit Test - NEXT) has put everything in reverse gear as far as internship validity is concerned.

 

•  Pass the Test, Get Registered (Finally): All you need to do is pass the NEXT to become registered with the MCI/NMC and be allowed to practice in India. No way out.

• But Passing Doesn't Guarantee Internship Approval: Passing the NEXT is important, but it does not automatically ensure your Russian internship will be approved. The MCI/NMC can still request that you do some additional training or supervised practice in India to keep you up to date.

 

Potential Roadblocks (And How to Overcome Them!)

 

Alright, let's be realistic: there may be some challenge to your Russian internship being completely recognized in India.

 

•  Different Curriculum? (Bridge the Gap): Your Russian training can be disparate to a certain degree from Indian training.

•  Language Barrier? (Practice Makes Perfect): Short of smooth English and Hindi, interacting with patients and translating medical jargon into simple terms may be challenging.

•  New Healthcare System? (Get Familiar): India's healthcare system is a little strange, and you'll have to get used to it.

 

So, what do you do? Here are a few tips:

 

•  Volunteer in India: Get used to Indian hospitals by volunteering or becoming a medical observer. This will get you used to the local healthcare system.

•  Investigate Bridge Courses: Identify courses that help foreign medical graduates familiarize themselves with the Indian medical curriculum and practice.

•  Rehearse Your Language Skills: Make sure that you are comfortable communicating both in English and Hindi.

•  Keep Abreast: Continuously keep a watch on the MCI/NMC website for updates or amendments to the rules.

 

The moral of the story? It's a great accomplishment to have your MBBS from Russia, but you have to put in extra effort to make your internship recognized in India

 

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THE PROCESS

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