Hyderabad: A groundbreaking collaboration between GSL Medical Institutions in India and Impuls Medical Institute in Uzbekistan has introduced a new MBBS program. This initiative marks the first academic partnership in the medical education sector between the two countries. The program strictly follows India’s National Medical Commission (NMC) Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) Regulations.
This program responds to the NMC’s advisory from July 21, 2025, urging Indian students to choose only foreign medical schools that meet FMGL standards. Through this partnership, Indian students can pursue medical education abroad while ensuring they remain eligible to practice in India and other countries.
The new MBBS program mirrors the Indian MBBS system, featuring 54 months of academics and a 12-month paid clinical internship. Instruction will be in English, adhering to the NMC syllabus, and will include cadaveric dissections and clinical exposure at affiliated hospitals. Students will receive comprehensive training for both Indian and global licensing exams, such as FMGE/NExT, USMLE, UKMLA, MRCP, and MRCS, guided by Indian and international experts.
Dr. Bakhtinur Oybutaevich Khudanov, President of Impuls Medical Institute, emphasized that their curriculum aligns with Indian NMC guidelines and USMLE standards, ensuring graduates’ eligibility to practice worldwide.
Dr. Orifjon Kholmirzaev, Rector at Impuls Medical Institute, highlighted Impuls’s role as a hub for international medical education. The partnership with GSL offers students the expertise of Indian and international faculty, keeping them eligible for medical registration in India.
Dr. Tarun Gogineni, Director of GSL Institutions and Hospitals, stressed the importance of choosing FMGL-compliant institutions. Recognized by Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Education and listed with WHO and ECFMG, Impuls provides a globally valid pathway. The 12-month internship offers $100 monthly. Previously, about 10,000 Indian students studied in Ukraine yearly, but that number has decreased. GSL follows India’s educational principles.
Sri Rohit, COO of NEO and Head of International Outreach at GSL, noted the collaboration’s benefits. Indian students experience a supportive environment in Uzbekistan, with clinicals offering rich patient interactions. The local respect for Indian doctors strengthens the learning experience.
Dr. Alisher Khamdamov, Rector of Impuls Medical Institute, Tashkent Region, stated that students will access over 43 partner hospitals for extensive clinical exposure.
This partnership ensures Indian students receive a medical education that aligns with the FMGL framework, securing their future eligibility to practice in India and globally.
