NEET UG 2025 Syllabus Released
The finalized syllabus for NEET UG 2025 covers detailed topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, serving as the primary guide for aspiring medical students preparing for the academic session 2025-26. Stakeholders, including educational institutions and candidates, have been urged to refer to the updated syllabus to align study materials and preparation strategies.
New Process for Verification of Additional Medical Qualifications in India
Previously, NMC verified qualifications directly with issuing institutions. However, NBEMS has implemented a new online system called the “Credential Verification Online Portal (CVOP)” to streamline this process. The online CVOP system is expected to improve the efficiency and transparency of the verification process for medical practitioners seeking NMC’s AQ certificates.
NMC Warns Against Misleading Communications
The NMC has clarified that only communications formally published on its official website and Twitter handle (@NMC_BHARAT) are considered authentic and enforceable. Any other communications circulating in the public domain, including social media, should be treated with caution and verified through official channels.
NEET-PG 2025 Exam Tentatively Scheduled for June 15th
The National Medical Commission’s Post Graduate Medical Education Board (PGMEB) has announced a tentative date for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate Medical Courses (NEET-PG) 2025 as June 15, 2025. The PGMEB has also specified that the internship completion date for eligible candidates will be July 31, 2025.
Medical Colleges Get Extension for Annual Declaration Submission with Penalty
Considering the lack of compliance, the NMC has extended the deadline one final time. Medical colleges now have until December 20, 2024, to submit their annual declarations. However, a late submission penalty of Rs. 20,000 (including GST) will be imposed on defaulting colleges.
Second Special Stray Vacancy Round Announced for BDS & B.Sc Nursing Seats
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) have announced a Second Special Stray Vacancy Round for filling vacant BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) and B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) Nursing seats across India. This round comes after the completion of the Special Stray Vacancy Round held in November and the ongoing State Counselling rounds.
NMC Invites Applications for New Medical Colleges and Seat Increases
The application portal will be open from December 5, 2024, to January 4, 2025. Applicants must adhere to the guidelines outlined in the MARB Guidelines for assessment of medical colleges/institutions-2024. Applications will undergo a rigorous evaluation process, including document verification and physical inspections.
National Medical Commission Cracks Down on Ragging in Medical Colleges
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced a renewed focus on curbing the menace of ragging in medical colleges across India. This initiative comes in response to the recent tragic death of a first-year MBBS student at GMERS Medical College and Hospital, Dharpur, allegedly due to ragging.
National Medical Commission Seeks Faculty to Join Assessor Pool for Medical College Inspections
The National Medical Commission (NMC) is creating a pool of qualified assessors to conduct inspections of medical colleges across India. The NMC is calling upon faculty members from government medical colleges who are eligible to become postgraduate (PG) guides to express their interest in joining the assessor pool.
Further Extension Of Deadline For Submission Of PG Annual Declaration Report
The deadline for submission has been extended by 15 days. The new deadline is December 7, 2024. A penalty of Rs. 20,000 plus GST will be imposed per course for late submissions.
NMC Issues Advisory To Indian Students Seeking Foreign Medical Degrees
The NMC has outlined specific regulations for foreign medical graduates (FMGs) in the Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiates (FMGL) Regulations, 2021. Students who do not comply with these regulations may face disqualification from obtaining medical registration in India, even after completing their foreign medical degree. Students are advised to conduct thorough research and ensure that the foreign medical institutions they choose adhere to the prescribed standards and regulations.
NMC Extends Deadline for MBBS Admission Data Submission Again
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has extended the deadline for medical colleges to submit details of first-year MBBS students admitted for the academic year 2024-25. The new deadline is December 10, 2024. This notice was issued on November 22, 2024.