The Smolensk State Medical University was established in 1920. It is located on the Dnieper River, 360 kilometers (220 mi) west-southwest of Moscow. It is one of top Medical Universities of Russia for MBBS in Russia. The Smolensk State Medical University is recognized by MCI,WHO, UK, USA and other major countries. In the international rating it is placed on the 22nd position. Today this University is a big scientific establishment where fundamental, applied and methodical scientific research is carried out. Because of high results, the Russian Government in March 2015 has raised the level to highest i.e. from Academy to University. That is why the name has been changed from Smolensk State Medical Academy to Smolensk State Medical University. Today, Russia is the most preferred destination for students around the world who are willing to study MBBS abroad. There are many top government medical universities in Russia that offer MBBS at a very low price. Smolensk State Medical University is one of the leading medical universities in Russia. Thousands of students from India and many other countries apply to get admission in MBBS in Smolensk State Medical University. Students from more than 50 countries study in Smolensk State Medical University. For foreign students MBBS course is carried out in English medium. There are 67 departments, where 450 highly qualified teachers are working. All the faculties and departments are well equipped with Electronic Microscopes, Bio-Chemical Laboratories, Radio-Isotope Laboratories and lecture halls equipped with Tele-video and multimedia apparatuses. The students who complete their MBBS from Smolensk State medical University are required to complete a one year internship at one of the hospitals affiliated to SSMU. Smolensk State Medical University is affiliated to almost 31 hospitals in the city. Smolensk State Medical University is one of the best options for the Indian students who want to pursue their MBBS. The kind of atmosphere and facilities provided in the SSMU campus makes it much easier and comfortable for Indian and other foreign student to adapt in the campus. The hostels of Smolensk State Medical University are well furnished with central heating system and all other basic amenities. Every hostel has internet facilities provided by university. The campus of SSMU is well secured under 24 hour security guards and CCTV cameras.