Toshkent Pediatric Medical Institute

- Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Abroad

General Information

The Toshkent Pediatric Medical Institute (TashPMI) is a major state medical university in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. It is highly regarded for its specialization in pediatrics and integrated general medicine training, holding full NMC recognition.


General Information

Core Institutional and Program Facts

  • Official Designation: Toshkent Pediatric Medical Institute (TashPMI).

  • Founding Year: Established in 1972 (as a result of the restructuring of the primary medical institute), providing a significant history in state-supported specialized medical education.

  • Institutional Status: Operates as a State University under the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation of Uzbekistan.

  • Degree Awarded: Graduates receive the Medical Doctor (MD/MBBS) degree, recognized nationally and internationally.

  • NMC Compliance: Fully NMC Approved. The 6-year degree is accepted as equivalent to MBBS for Indian licensing, subject to clearing the NExT exam.

  • Program Duration: The course is a mandatory 6 Years (5 years academic study + 1 year mandatory clinical internship/rotation).

  • Instruction Language: International programs are typically offered in the English Medium.

  • Global Recognition: Recognized by WHO WDOMS, ECFMG, and WFME, facilitating global practice and examination eligibility.

  • Curriculum Basis: Follows the rigorous national educational standards of Uzbekistan, emphasizing a strong foundation in general medicine with a pediatric specialization track.

  • Annual Intake: Maintains a substantial international student intake, reflecting its status as a major academic hub.

  • Entry Requirement: Mandatory NEET UG qualification for Indian citizens (minimum 50% in 10+2 PCB).

  • Academic Focus: Known for integrating extensive research and specialized clinical protocols, particularly in maternal and child health.

Campus Facilities

TashPMI operates from a large, specialized urban campus in Tashkent, featuring dedicated academic and clinical infrastructure.

Physical Infrastructure and Learning Environment

  • Campus Layout: The university complex is well-integrated into the city, featuring several academic, administrative, and hostel blocks.

  • Academic Blocks: Houses modern academic blocks with spacious Lecture Halls (amphitheater style) equipped with contemporary A/V teaching aids and digital projection systems.

  • Digital Classrooms: Equipped with advanced multimedia systems and smart boards for interactive case-based learning.

  • Simulation Centers: Maintains highly functional Clinical Skills Centers and Simulation Labs for mandatory procedural training using high-fidelity mannequins, including specialized pediatric models.

  • Anatomy Facilities: Features dedicated Anatomy Labs and dissection halls, maintaining world-class resources for practical study.

  • Departmental Labs: Extensive, state-of-the-art laboratories are provided for foundational sciences (e.g., Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology).

  • Central Library: Maintains a large, specialized Medical Library with a comprehensive collection of print and digital resources.

  • Digital Access: Provides institutional access to essential digital medical databases and e-journals for advanced research.

  • Reading Halls: Provides numerous spacious reading halls with ample seating capacity for focused study.

  • Wi-Fi Connectivity: High-speed Wi-Fi access is guaranteed across the entire academic campus.

  • Security: The academic areas are monitored by 24/7 security personnel and CCTV surveillance.

  • Heating & Utilities: Centralized utility management ensures effective heating and ventilation in all blocks.


Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

Clinical exposure is mandatory and utilizes the university's own specialized pediatric clinics and a vast network of major republican hospitals in Tashkent.

Clinical Facilities and Exposure

  1. Total Bed Strength: Students rotate across a collective clinical network utilizing 1500+ teaching beds across the integrated University Pediatric Clinics and affiliated centers.

  2. Primary Teaching Hospital: The university operates its own large TashPMI Clinic complex, which is a specialized hospital base for pediatric care.

  3. Affiliation Network: Clinical rotations are mandatory at numerous affiliated Republican and City Hospitals in Tashkent, ensuring exposure to diverse adult and child pathology.

  4. Patient Load: Exposure is guaranteed to an extremely high volume of diverse pathology, with a unique emphasis on pediatric and maternal health cases.

  5. Core Training Method: Core method involves intensive bedside teaching and supervised patient interaction from the clinical years onwards.

  6. Surgical Exposure: Significant Surgical Exposure is provided in affiliated hospital Operating Theatres, including specialized pediatric surgery.

  7. Diagnostic Tools: Direct exposure and practical training using advanced imaging technologies (MRI, CT, Angiography).

  8. Core Rotations: Structured, compulsory rotations in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, OBGYN, and Traumatology.

  9. Emergency/Trauma: Dedicated postings in high-traffic Emergency and Trauma Departments are compulsory.

  10. Faculty Oversight: Clinical training is directly supervised by senior specialists and clinical faculty.

  11. Language Application: Practical application of Uzbek/Russian language skills is mandatory during patient interaction, with dedicated language courses provided.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

The financial structure is highly competitive for a state university in Uzbekistan, offering significant affordability.

Financial Commitments

  1. Annual Tuition Fee: Approx. $4,000 – $6,000 USD per year.

  2. Total 6-Year Tuition: Approx. $24,000 – $36,000 USD (total academic fee).

  3. Payment Mode: Fees are payable annually in USD or the UZS (Uzbekistani Som) equivalent.

  4. Tuition Stability: State university fees are generally stable for international students for the duration of the course.

  5. Hostel Fees (Annual): Approx. $500 – $1,000 USD per year (residential rent, highly subsidized).

  6. Mandatory Medical Insurance: Approx. $100 – $300 USD per year.

  7. Mandatory Visa/Residency Permit Fee: Approx. $100 – $200 USD per year.

  8. Initial Registration Fee: A small, non-refundable one-time enrollment fee is collected in the first year (e.g., $500 - $1,000 USD).

  9. Caution Deposit (Refundable): A refundable caution deposit is collected once (amount varies).

  10. No Capitation Fee: Absolutely no non-refundable development or capitation fees are charged.

City Details

Tashkent is the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan, renowned for its diverse culture, political stability, and modern infrastructure.

Life in Tashkent

  1. General Atmosphere: Tashkent is a clean, modern, and cosmopolitan city, known for its extensive metro system and Soviet-era planned architecture alongside new development.

  2. Safety Profile: The city is generally regarded as very safe for international students, with robust public security.

  3. Student Life: Features a highly active student life due to numerous universities, offering diverse social, academic, and recreational events.

  4. Climate: Experiences a continental climate, with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters.

  5. Transportation: Boasts an efficient, modern public transport system, including the Tashkent Metro and affordable taxis.

  6. Famous Food: Uzbek cuisine is globally celebrated, featuring staples like Plov (national dish), Lagman (noodles), and Samsas (baked pastries).

  7. Indian Food Accessibility: The city has a moderate to good number of Indian restaurants and grocery stores catering to the significant international student population.

  8. Language in Daily Life: Uzbek is the official language, but Russian is widely spoken in the capital, essential for daily communication.

  9. Accommodation: Students often find affordable, modern private apartments or continue residing in university hostels.

  10. Cost of Living: The average monthly cost of living is highly economical compared to European cities.

Hostel & Mess

Residential living is structured, secured, and features a flexible self-sufficient model, popular among international students.

Residential Details

  1. Hostel Policy: On-campus residency is usually available and mandatory for the first year.

  2. Accommodation Type: Rooms are located in secure, university-managed dormitory blocks.

  3. Room Configuration: Primarily 2-seater or 3-seater shared occupancy.

  4. Furnishings: Rooms include beds, study desks, chairs, and individual heating radiators.

  5. Security: Hostels maintain robust 24/7 security staff presence and CCTV surveillance.

  6. Heating System: Equipped with effective centralized heating systems.

  7. Kitchen Facilities: Common kitchen areas are widely provided, which is the preferred cooking system.

  8. Mess System (Self-Catering): The standard model is self-cooking.

  9. Dietary Control: This allows Indian students complete adherence to specific dietary requirements.

  10. Study Halls: Dedicated, quiet Study Halls/Reading Rooms are provided within the hostel blocks.

Miscellaneous

Key Student Obligations & Career Pathways

  1. Admission Selection: Based on NEET UG merit and successful completion of the university's admission procedures.

  2. No Service Bond: No mandatory service bond or financial penalty is imposed by the university or the Uzbek government.

  3. Internship Requirement: Students must complete the 6-year duration (including the mandatory 1-year internship) to be eligible for the NExT exam in India.

  4. NExT Eligibility: Graduates must successfully complete the required duration and pass the NExT to secure a license to practice in India.

  5. Visa Requirements: Requires annual student visa and residency permit renewal coordinated through the university's international office.

  6. Language Requirement: Mandatory language training (Uzbek/Russian) is required for clinical posting eligibility.

  7. Academic Calendar: The session typically commences in September/October.

  8. Part-Time Work: Generally restricted on international student visas.

  9. Age Requirement: Students must be 17 years old by December 31st of the admission year.

  10. Postgraduate Options: Residency options are available locally and internationally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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