Places can be limited
Some programmes work with defined intake capacity. Beginning with the first available intake can give you more choice before popular options become harder to access.
News & key dates
The 2026-2027 academic year, at a glance
Registration for the government quota's 2026-2027 academic year opens this autumn. Exact dates shift slightly year to year, so always confirm the current cycle with our team before you rely on a deadline.
Key dates
September 2026
Quota registration opens
The government quota portal opens for 2026-2027 applications in September 2026, with deadlines of December 15, 2026 for CIS countries and January 15, 2027 for all others.
Winter – spring 2027
Selection & interviews
Files are reviewed by the coordinating office, followed by interviews or qualifying tests where required for your country and programme.
Summer 2027
Results & invitation letters
Successful applicants receive their university assignment and invitation letter, ready to begin the 2026-2027 academic year that September.
Why act now
A little preparation now can make the next stage much easier.
Starting early gives you room to compare programmes, organise documents and make decisions without rushing the parts that deserve attention.
Give your documents time
A calm document timeline leaves space to review translations, confirmations and programme-specific requirements, so small corrections do not become last-minute obstacles.
Latest news
Growing international interest in Russian education
TASS reports that more than 160,000 foreign applicants registered interest in Russian education in 2026.
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Why international students are choosing Russian universities
CNA profiles an international student who chose Moscow and describes the value of studying alongside people from around the world.
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Russian universities recognised for teaching quality
TASS reports that five Russian universities placed in the global top 100 for teaching quality, including MSU, RUDN and Saint Petersburg State University.
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