Minimum Passing Score for Medical Fields Set at 113.4

The minimum passing score for medical fields is set at 113.4. Presidential decree No. 191 tightens admission requirements for medical fields.

This article discusses the new minimum score and the rules being abolished. Umidjon Esirgapov 17.09.2026 · 2 minutes read The system of training specialists in the field of medicine and pharmacy will undergo radical changes.

The presidential decree dated September 10, 2026, "On the Radical Improvement of the System of Training Specialists in the Field of Medicine and Pharmacy" No. 191 tightens admission requirements for these fields. ## Key Details and Important Information According to the decree, starting from the 2027/2028 academic year, the minimum threshold for admission to bachelor's programs in medicine and pharmacy will be set at 60% of the maximum score that can be achieved in entrance exams. ## Key Details and Important Information The passing score doubles This means that instead of the current minimum score of 56.7, a score of 113.4 will now be required. ## Key Details and Important Information In other words, the threshold is raised almost twofold. ## Key Details and Important Information The new requirement will also apply within the framework of targeted admission parameters. ## Process and Consequences Those who score below the threshold will not be able to enroll in these fields — they will not be accepted even on a super-contract basis.

Changes for the 2026/2027 Academic Year The decree will also change several regulations in the field of medicine and pharmacy: in bachelor’s, master’s, and residency programs, the minimum passing scores for mastering each academic module and state exams will be set at 70% of the highest score for medical specialties and 60% for specialties of mid-level medical personnel; additional specialization in narrow fields through short-term retraining courses or programs will be abolished; admission to primary targeted specialization courses, that is, internships, will be abolished. ## Key Details and Important Information Another anticipated change in medical education — we previously reported on the proposal to introduce a 6-year General Medicine program instead of the Treatment work direction. ## Process and Consequences Information has also been published on the website that quotas for medical universities will now be determined based on regional needs. ## Key Details and Important Information What will the minimum passing score be for medical fields?

Starting from the 2027/2028 academic year, a score of 60% of the maximum score on entrance exams, which is 113.4, will be required for admission. ## Process and Consequences The current minimum threshold was 56.7 points. If I score below the established threshold, can I study on a super-contract?

According to the decree, those who score below the minimum threshold set for the bachelor's programs in medicine and pharmacy will not be accepted even on a super-contract basis. What else will change in medicine from the 2026/2027 academic year?

Minimum passing scores for each academic module and state exams will be introduced: 70% for medical specialties and 60% for mid-level medical personnel specialties. Narrow specializations through short-term retraining and admission to internships will also be abolished.